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Big Drop Pumps Licence Model
Denise Hamilton-Mace talks to Alcohol-free brewer Big Drop about launching a crowdfunding campaign and international growth.

Big Drop
Jun 28, 20243 min read


Moderation nation: A quarter of UK adults ‘zebra striping’ on every pub visit
A quarter of UK drinkers are alternating between alcoholic and alcohol-free drinks when they visit pubs and bars, according to a new...

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Jun 11, 20244 min read


Botivo: Making a Branding Shift
Botivo is embracing bolder language and brand narrative, departing from its original descriptor of 'Slow-Sipping Botanicals' to embrace...

Botivo
May 5, 20242 min read


Nourish Awards Introduces Low-No Drink Category: Celebrating Alcohol-Free Innovation
This addition underscores the awards' commitment to supporting businesses and brands that are dedicated to creating healthier communities by

Diana Babics
Apr 26, 20242 min read


Au Revoir to Boisson
Having opened its latest store earlier this year, American alcohol-free retailer Boisson announced this week that it will be closing its...

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Apr 13, 20242 min read


WAFA Winners: The World Alcohol-Free Awards 2024
The world’s largest alcohol-free drinks competition has announced its medal winners for 2024.

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Apr 9, 20242 min read


Lewis Hamilton's Alcohol-Free Agave Spirit Launches in the UK
Racing into the alcohol-free market, Mangrove Global & Lewis Hamilton introduce the world’s first alcohol-free, agave ‘spirit’!

Almave
Apr 7, 20242 min read


L.A Brewery launch a crowdfunding campaign
L.A Brewery launch a crowdfunding campaign as demand for non-alcoholic drinks booms. The Suffolk-born brand aims to raise £500,000-£1m.

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Feb 13, 20242 min read


Brighton's alcohol-free bar closes: Farewell to Tørstigbar
Luke & Emmi opened Brighton's first alcohol-free bar in November 2022. They've had a tumultuous ride since then with complaints, council...

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Feb 1, 20242 min read


Press release: Pernod Ricard ramps up its activity in the no-alcohol sector
Pernod Ricard announces a significant addition to its no-alcohol brand portfolio with the launch of Beefeater 0.0%.

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Jan 29, 20242 min read


Portman Group launches first industry-wide Alcohol Alternatives Guidance for packaging and marketing.
Today, the Portman Group launched the first industry-wide and freely available Alcohol Alternatives Guidance for packaging and marketing...

Portman Group
Jan 17, 20243 min read


The UK's first standalone non-alcoholic Fermentery to open in the heart of Buckinghamshire
REALÂ has opened the UK's first sustainable, state-of-the-art Fermentery on Waddesdon Estate, Buckinghamshire. It is the first of...

REAL Drinks
Dec 14, 20232 min read


Spirits of Virtue Awarded £3.5 million IP Valuation.
The award-winning non-alcoholic spirits company based in Clydebank, Scotland, has achieved a £3.5m IP valuation.

Spirits of Virtue
Dec 9, 20232 min read


Is this a match made in heaven? David Guetta Announces Partnership with Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Lyre's announces a brand new partnership with the world's #1 DJ, David Guetta, as part of their mission to change the way the world drinks.

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Dec 5, 20233 min read


Navigating Alcohol-Free Retailing: Insights from Dive Bar's Founders
Dive Bar, an independent London-based drinks retailer, offers insight into this evolving landscape of the alcohol-free drinks market.

Umar Azad
Dec 1, 20232 min read


The Challenges of Creating Alcohol-Free Red Wine That Truly Complements Food
Here’s why the journey to create a satisfying alcohol-free red wine is complicated, yet utterly intriguing:

David Hodson
Oct 21, 20234 min read


From 0.05% to 0.5%: Is it time to change alcohol-free labelling?
After several years of waiting, the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) in the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC)

Denise Hamilton-Mace
Oct 2, 20234 min read


Low/No is No Longer a Niche Category
Where once low and no was merely a consideration during Dry January in an effort to dilute the ravages associated with excessive festive...

Andrew Mallinson
Aug 9, 20234 min read
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