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January 14, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | North West, Uncategorized
A Manchester-based microbrewer believes real ale has finally shaken off the ‘old man’ image of the past. Carley Friedrich, who works for the family-owned Brightside Brewing Company based in Radcliffe, says real ale now attracts significantly more female drinkers. For the full story, please visit: http://mancunianmatters.co.uk/content/130114081-taking-beer-back-beardy-chaps-women-are-embracing-real-ale-says-manchester-microbr
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January 14, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | North West, Uncategorized
Following a visit to the SIBA BeerX Exhibition & Conference in March 2013, Keith Wright, the Owner and Head Brewer of George Wright Brewing Company, based in Rainford, near St Helens, Lancashire, visited the stand of CBMS as he was in the market for a new bottling line for his award winning beers. The George […]
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January 13, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | Uncategorized
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) is teaming up with the Beer Academy to find the 2014 Beer Sommelier of the Year. The award will be presented at the BII’s Annual Lunch which is held on 13th May at the Grosvenor House Park Lane. The wining Sommelier will receive a cash prize of £1000 and […]
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January 10, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | Uncategorized
The Alltech International Craft Brews and Food Fair presents the second annual Dublin Cup Craft Beer Competition. This is an international craft beer competition showcasing the best beers in their categories from all around the globe. Judged by a panel of industry experts, the winner of each category then goes into direct competition to contend […]
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January 10, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | North West, Uncategorized
A NORTH West brewery boss has warned that campaigns to encourage an alcohol-free January could hit jobs in the leisure sector.David Grant, who runs Moorhouse’s, a Burnley-based brewery, slammed “do-gooders” promoting ‘Dry January’ and abstinence for the months, which is always a difficult trading period.He said: “Yes, many pubs have enjoyed good a Christmas. But […]
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January 9, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | South West, Uncategorized
A DEVON brewery is offering pubs and other licensed outlets the chance to have their own branded traditional cask ale. Clearwater Brewery has been established in the north Devon town of Torrington for 20 years and under the current ownership for four years. Head Brewer Paul Stewart-Reed, said: “There are so many different beers coming […]
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January 8, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | South West, Uncategorized
St George & the Dragon is one of Wadworth’s most popular seasonal ales and usually makes a welcome appearance in the pubs in the lead up to St George’s day in April. But this year the Devizes-based brewers are releasing the beer a little early to allow England supporters to cheer on their team in […]
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January 8, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | Uncategorized
The chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG) MP Andrew Griffiths has defended the brewing industry against accusations from the British Medical Journal (BMJ) that it had an undue influence on the Government over minimum pricing. For the full story please visit: http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/General-News/Beer-Group-chairman-MP-Andrew-Griffiths-defends-undue-influence-claims-over-minimum-pricing
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January 8, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | North East, Uncategorized
Barnsley brewery is stepping up production, developing products and looking to sell its beer overseas after investing in new equipment. Acorn Brewery – behind beers such as Yorkshire Pride and Barnsley Gold – produces about 30,000 pints of real ale every week and has outlined its plans for growth in 2014. For more information please […]
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January 7, 2014 | by SibaAdmin | Midlands, Uncategorized
Wye Valley Brewery received recognition across their range of real ales recently, winning 4 awards at the West Midlands CAMRA Champion Beer of the Year 2013. The awards were held on 29th December at The Barton Arms, Birmingham. Wye Valley Brewery’s new head brewer is pictured collecting the award for Butty Bach, 2nd place in […]
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