Industry news round-up: December 23, 2013
Our weekly round-up of industry news, for December 16 to 23, 2013 New range adds energy to mixers A new range of premium mixers is being launched into the on-trade which combines interesting new flavours with the buzz of energy drinks. The four-strong Gloworm range has been created to match different spirits for simple serves …
Industry news round-up: December 16, 2013
Our weekly round-up of industry news, for December 9 to 16, 2013 Visits to nightclubs continue to fall Britons are going out to nightclubs less often while visits to bars, pubs and restaurants remain steady, according to a survey of 2,000 UK consumers by leading advisory and restructuring group Zolfo Cooper. In the sixth edition …
Absinthe Hapsburg launches cassis flavour
A cassis flavour is being launched for premium spirit brand Absinthe Hapsburg, aimed at top-end cocktail bars. Absinthe Hapsburg XC Cassis combines the flavour of an authentic absinthe with the fragrance and taste of real blackcurrant. At 89.9% ABV, the spirit is designed to add its distinctive flavour to cocktails with a measure of 10ml …
Bottlegreen promotes cordials for enjoying hot
A campaign has been launched for Bottlegreen cordials to help bars and pubs to develop profitable hot drinks over the winter months. The Enjoy Hot campaign aims to extend the appeal of cordials outside of the traditional summer period, promoting them as caffeine-free alternatives to tea and coffee and alcoholic drinks. Running across both the …
British artist lends name and art to hotel bar
Leading artist and caricaturist Gerald Scarfe (pictured) is lending his name and work to the bar at new hotel Rosewood London in Holborn. The bar at the luxury hotel, which opened in October, has been renamed Scarfes Bar after the cartoonist spent several months there drawing inspiration from the atmosphere and interior design. The collaboration …
Marriott unveils details for new London bar
Marriott International has revealed more details of its new stand-alone restaurant and bar Lanes of London which is due to officially open at its Park Lane hotel in January. With a soft opening planned for the end of December, the bar will offer “an intimate space and relaxed atmosphere” for cocktails plus premium spirits and …
Barr’s Originals relaunch targets premium adult market
Soft drinks group AG Barr has relaunched its Barr’s Originals with new packaging to target growing demand for premium adult soft drinks. With eye-catching, modern and characterful packaging, the 330ml cans come with four natural flavours: Cream Soda, Traditional Lemonade, Ginger Beer and Orange. Adrian Troy, head of marketing for AG Barr, said: “Consumers love …
ALMR names operations managers of the year
Will Fotheringham of JD Wetherspoon and Barrie Robinson of Greene King Pub Partners have been named winners in the Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers’ annual Operations Manager Awards. Will was named Area Manager of the Year, for area managers in managed pub companies, and Barrie was named Business Development Manager of the Year for tenanted …
