Drinks
Diageo’s sale of East African Breweries to Asahi faces legal freeze
A major shake-up in the African beer market has stalled as Diageo’s planned sale of East African Breweries to Asahi runs into multiple court challenges in Kenya. Investors, employees and suppliers now face uncertainty while judges decide whether to merge the various lawsuits or let them proceed separately. Readers gain a clearer view of how legal battles can delay big alcohol deals and what that might mean for regional markets.
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Historic Scottish family pub closes as insolvency pressures hit hospitality
The Herald
2 Jul 2026
A long-standing Scottish family pub has closed amid mounting financial pressures. Discover what this says about the future of pubs, drinking habits and hospitality.
Read more …World Cup crowds drive boom in mocktails and alcohol-free drinks at US bars
The Independent
1 Jul 2026
World Cup match nights are boosting business for US bars – and alcohol-free drinks are leading the charge. Discover how fans are balancing atmosphere with lighter choices.
Read more …Heatwave fuels surge in alcohol-free beer as more Britons skip the booze
The Independent
26 Jun 2026
A scorching UK summer is pushing more people towards alcohol-free beer. See how heat, health concerns and sober-curious habits are reshaping warm-weather drinking.
Read more …Damm ramps up no/low beer and soft drinks as global demand grows
The Drinks Business
26 Jun 2026
Damm is expanding alcohol-free beers and soft drinks worldwide, responding to the growing trend of drinking less alcohol. See how this could shape future drink choices.
Read more …Salter vs Ninja: which slushie maker is best for frozen mocktails and low-alcohol drinks?
The Independent
19 Jun 2026
Considering a slushie machine for frozen mocktails or lighter cocktails? See how Salter’s budget-friendly launch stacks up against Ninja’s cult frozen drinks maker.
Read more …Which? pinpoints supermarket foods and drinks still climbing in price
Daily Mirror
16 Jun 2026
Which? highlights the supermarket foods and drinks still rising in price, and where inflation is finally easing, to help shoppers stretch their weekly budget.
Read more …Salter vs Ninja: which slushie maker is best for frozen mocktails and low-alcohol drinks?
The Independent
19 Jun 2026
Considering a slushie machine for frozen mocktails or lighter cocktails? See how Salter’s budget-friendly launch stacks up against Ninja’s cult frozen drinks maker.
Read more …Which? pinpoints supermarket foods and drinks still climbing in price
Daily Mirror
16 Jun 2026
Which? highlights the supermarket foods and drinks still rising in price, and where inflation is finally easing, to help shoppers stretch their weekly budget.
Read more …Chance Clean Cider seeks £1m to fuel non-alcoholic cider growth
The Drinks Business
16 Jun 2026
Chance Clean Cider is raising fresh investment to scale alcohol-free cider in the UK and beyond, aiming to make sober-friendly sipping feel more exciting.
Read more …Impossibrew’s Big Retail Push: What It Signals for Alcohol‑Free Beer
The Drinks Business
10 Jun 2026
Impossibrew is crowdfunding again to take its alcohol-free beer from online favourite to supermarket staple. See what this could mean for drinkers and the wider category.
Read more …Singapore’s Next-Gen Cocktail Festival Puts Creativity and Alcohol-Free Options on the Menu
The Drinks Business
9 Jun 2026
Singapore’s new cocktail crossover festival mixes bars, art, music and alcohol-free options to create more inclusive, experience-led nights out.
Read more …Tesco adds alcohol-free beer to meal deal, dividing lunchtime shoppers
Metro
9 Jun 2026
Tesco’s meal deal now includes alcohol-free beer, and shoppers can’t decide if it’s brilliant or bizarre. See what this tweak means for your lunchtime routine.
Read more …Luxury gifting goes alcohol-free as Fells backs sparkling tea for summer 2026
The Drinks Business
5 Jun 2026
Discover how a leading wine importer is turning luxury gifting into a more inclusive experience with tea-led hampers and alcohol-free sparkling tea in top hospitality settings.
Read more …Salter vs Ninja slushie makers: which frozen-drink gadget suits your sober summer?
The Independent
2 Jun 2026
Planning an alcohol-light or alcohol-free summer? Discover how Salter and Ninja slushie makers compare for soft drinks, frappés and frozen treats at home.
Read more …Laurent-Perrier returns to growth as Champagne market faces new pressures
The Drinks Business
1 Jun 2026
Laurent-Perrier is growing again while Champagne shipments fall. Discover what this says about changing drinking habits and the rise of alternative sparkling options.
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