Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

The battle to preserve The Oxford Artisan Distillery

Published: 05 June, 2024

The Oxford Artisan Distillery (Toad) has become a cherished local institution since its inception. Known for its handcrafted spirits, the distillery prides itself on using sustainably farmed, heritage grains and traditional distilling methods. However, recent developments have cast a shadow over its future, leading to a campaign to keep Toad in its current location.

Chapel Down appoints head of brewing for its Curious Brewery arm

Published: 16 October, 2018

Chapel Down has appointed Matthew Anderson of AB InBev to the newly created position of head of brewing & production.

Chapel Down reveals new venture as it posts healthy half-year sales

Published: 27 September, 2018

Chapel Down is set to open a new experiential bar, restaurant and ginnery at King’s Cross, London.

Chapel Down reveals first beer NPD following appointment of previous Brewdog MD

Published: 09 April, 2018

Chapel Down has via its beer arm, Curious Brewery, launched a series of small batch beers – the first NPD from the producer since it appointed previous Brewdog MD Gareth Bath as its ‘MD of beer’ in October last year.