Brains replaces Costa coffee in pubs with own brand
SA Brain, the Welsh brewer and pub operator, has taken out Costa coffee in its 95 sites and brought in its own brand named Great Little Coffee Company.
Archives for November 18, 2013
The PMA's Guide to Bottled Cider
With new launch and marketing activity coming from all directions, the growing cider market shows no signs of slowing down. The PMA reports
Enterprise raises concerns to Government over energy suppliers
Enterprise Inns has raised concerns over the way utility companies treat licensees during a recent discussion with the Major Energy Users Council (MEUC) and All Party Parliamentary Group on Energy Costs (APPGEC).
Chardonnay comes back into fashion
Accolade Wines, maker of Hardys and Echo Falls, is hoping to rid the world of the ABC (anything but Chardonnay) crowd with a new campaign to revive the misunderstood varietal.
Police urge licensees to watch out for black market craft beer
West Yorkshire Police is appealing for publicans to be on the lookout for black market craft beer sold as wine, after more than £3,000 worth of world-renowned beer was stolen from a Leeds-based importer.
Sat Bains secures R&D tax credits from HMRC
A Michelin-starred chef has successfully claimed R&D tax credits from HM Revenue & Customs in an unusual move for a restaurant.
Scottish Professional Football League loses appeal over pubco screening foreign satellite broadcasts
A Scottish pub company has resisted an appeal brought against it by the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL), a case that could impact on English pubs that have been asked not to use foreign satellite systems.
Christmas drinks that will boost your sales
Several summer drinks brands, such as Pimm’s and Aspall Cyder, have given their offer a wintry feel to get in on the festive action. The cocktails opportunity is no different, offering hosts scope for year-round sales. The PMA looks at how licensees can...