USA: Modelo surpasses Bud Light in US ranking amidst non-alcoholic trend
As Americans raise their glasses to celebrate National Beer Day this year, there’s a notable shift in the beer hierarchy. Modelo has officially overtaken Bud Light as the nation’s preferred ... More
08/04/2024

Nigeria: Nigerian Breweries announce yet another price hike
In what seems to have become a monthly ritual, the Nigerian Breweries Plc has once again announced a hike in the prices of its products that would take effect from ... More
07/04/2024

Kenya: Keroche Breweries risk losing licence
Keroche Breweries, associated with Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja, and London Distillers are among 24 alcohol manufacturers that could lose their licences in 21 days if they do not comply with ... More
06/04/2024

UK: Stout consumption up 23% between 2021 and 2022
Stout, sometimes thought of as the drink of older men in pubs, is finding a diverse audience – and it’s not just Guinness that’s boosting sales, The Guardian reported on ... More
06/04/2024

Ukraine: Ukrainian brewers fight to establish identity with new style of beer
In the months following Russia’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, US businesses were eager to show support for the besieged nation by flying flags of blue and gold. Few industries ... More
06/04/2024

Canada, BC: New liquor policy coming to breweries, wineries
The B.C. government has approved a series of regulatory changes it says is designed to improve the experience of people visiting wineries, breweries and distilleries across the province, the Times ... More
06/04/2024

France: Wine retakes top spot among consumer preferences from beer
After two years of success when beer overcame wine in the French people’s preferences, wine has retaken the top spot, Sowine/Dynata data shows. 60% of the population say they prefer wine. ... More
05/04/2024

France: Spring malting barley prices increase on worries over planting progress
France’s feed barley prices, like those of soft wheat, have shown little movement during the last week. A small increase in port charges should nevertheless be noted, La Depeche said ... More
05/04/2024

India: Excise officials raid United Breweries plant in Karnataka
Excise officials conducted a massive raid on the United Breweries (UB) manufacturing unit located in Nanjangud, under the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency, and seized liquor and raw materials amounting to ... More
05/04/2024

Ukraine: Demand for Ukrainian barley continues to decrease
World demand for barley remains quite low, especially against the background of forecasts of increased production in the new season, so hopes for increased barley exports from Ukraine at the ... More
05/04/2024