Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Thirst for Sherry drives Sherry Festival 2016

Published: 26 April, 2016

Sherry is no longer purely a "London phenomenon" - and merchants across the UK should take advantage of its growing popularity.

Around the Globe cocktail menu at London's oldest hotel

Published: 25 April, 2016

The Donovan Bar in Brown's Hotel, Mayfair, is launching a jet-set new cocktail menu showcasing mixology innovations from around the world

Anti-aging gin is the "alcoholic equivalent of a facial"

Published: 25 April, 2016

A new gin which claims to reverse the aging process and keep the skin looking fresh even after a night of drinking has been released in North Wales.

London's food and drink supply chains at "increasing risk of service failure"

Published: 22 April, 2016

A report for the food logistics industry has warned that the way food and drink is delivered to the capital is a ticking time bomb.

Port-inspired pub opens in collaboration with Symington Family Estates

Published: 22 April, 2016

The quintessential Portuguese drink has inspired a collaboration between Cheshire Cat Pubs and Bars and Symington Family Estates to open the Fitzherbert Arms, a traditional English pub stocking over 30 different Ports.

Analysis: Are organic and biodynamic wines going mainstream?

Published: 19 April, 2016

Following the positive response over the past two days at the fifth annual Real Wine Fair, Doug Wregg, co-organiser of the event, confidently believes that natural and biodynamic wines are no longer niche products but are increasingly becoming more mainstream.

Crown Cellars launches on-trade exclusive range to win over wine novices

Published: 19 April, 2016

Crown Cellars has launched a new range of on-trade exclusive, own label wines to appeal to new wine consumers.

Over 14,000 gin and tonic pairings at London's "largest" gin bar

Published: 19 April, 2016

Holborn Dining Room's newly opened The Gin Bar is claiming to have London's biggest selection of gins and tonics.

Mouton Cadet returns for 25th year at Cannes Film Festival

Published: 14 April, 2016

Mouton Cadet Wine Bar will be celebrating a landmark year when it re-opens its exclusive annual wine bar at Cannes International Film Festival next month.

Pinkster gin jumps aboard for partnership with global cosmetics brand

Published: 14 April, 2016

Premium gin Pinkster has been selected to set sail with a global beauty brand, as a primary spirits provider.

Bibendum and Bidvest Foodservice team up for "less-is-more" wine menu

Published: 13 April, 2016

A new range from Bidvest Foodservice is being positioned to target those looking for a recognisable, easy-to-drink wine list.

Calvados Boulard goes for the twist with cocktail on trade strategy

Published: 13 April, 2016

Calvados Boulard has unveiled its new plan to put its brand of cider spirit back on bar menus, with its range of classic cocktails-with-a-twist.

Jascots Wine Merchants undergoes a managment buyout

Published: 11 April, 2016

Miles MacInnes, the sales and marketing director at Jascots, and John Charnock, managing director at Jascots, have acquired a controlling stake in the business from founder Jack Scott.

Martin Williams: The ambitious Mr. M

Published: 08 April, 2016

It has been more than a year since Martin Williams went it alone and opened his first M restaurant on Threadneedle Street in London. Harpers.co.uk catches up with him and finds he hasn't slowed down since.

Vinho Verde wines gaining traction in the UK market

Published: 07 April, 2016

Vinho Verde wines are gaining traction in the UK and at yesterday's annual Vinho Verde tasting where 27 producers were showcasing over 130 wines from one of Portugal's more recognised regions, they are looking to grow their UK market share.

Soho House's credit rating downgraded

Published: 06 April, 2016

On Monday Moody's Investor Service credit rating agency downgraded the Soho House & Co and the Soho House Bond from Caa1 to Caa2, which is considered speculative grade is rated as poor quality and a very high credit risk.