Beverages

The new cider apple variant is the latest in a range of more than 20 flavoured coffees produced by Cherizena

Cider apple coffee launched by Cherizena

By Luke Nicholls

Coffee supplier Cherizena is launching a new cider apple-flavoured coffee next month for drinks menus in restaurants, pubs, hotels and cafés across the UK.

Beanies flavoured coffee

Beanies launches flavoured freeze-dried coffee range

By Emma Eversham

Freeze dried coffee company Beanies has launched a range of flavoured coffees in 50g jars which it says are 'perfect' for the small cafe, bar or restaurant owner who wants to extend their hot beverage offering.

Feel Good Water

Feel Good Drinks launches flavoured waters

By Emma Eversham

Soft drinks producer Feel Good Drinks has launched Feel Good Water, a blend of spring water, fruit juice B vitamins which it says is set to 'make a splash' in the water market in 2013. 

Fentimans launches new mixers

Fentimans launches new range of mixers

By Peter Ruddick

Premium soft drinks manufacturer Fentimans has launched its new range of mixers for the on trade with the addition of a light tonic and ginger ale to the collection of botanically-brewed drinks. 

Funkiun Agave Nectar is designed specifically for use in cocktails and long drinks as a sweetener

Funkin Agave Nectar cocktail syrup

By Luke Nicholls

Cocktail manufacturer Funkin has launched a 100 per cent Agave Nectar, in a bid to capitalise on the increasing demand for skinny cocktails across the UK on-trade.

Brian Wogan's Mytea range includes chamomile, English breakfast, red berry mix, earl grey leaf, Yunnan green, and chai.

Brian Wogan launches Mytea gourmet tea range

By Luke Nicholls

South West independent coffee roaster Brian Wogan has launched Mytea - a gourmet range of teas in silky mesh pyramids, available to all UK restaurants, hotels and bars. 

Bols Natural Yoghurt Liqueur can be used to supplement most drinks and cocktails.

Maxxium UK launches Bols Natural Yoghurt Liqueur

By Luke Nicholls

Maxxium UK, the global drinks giant behind Highland Park, Jim Beam and Courvoisier, has launched the first ever natural yoghurt liqueur to the UK market, developed by cocktail liqueur and spirits producer Lucas Bols.

Carling Zest will be available as single bottles to the on-trade from 18 March until September

Molson Coors launches 2.8% ABV Carling Zest

By Luke Nicholls

Molson Coors has launched Carling Zest, a limited edition larger for the summer which will take advantage of the lower tax payable on beers at or lower than 2.8% ABV.

Drury releases special spiced pyramid teabags for Christmas

Drury releases special spiced pyramid teabags for Christmas

By Emma Eversham

London-based tea blender and coffee roaster Drury has added a special spiced Christmas blend to its pyramid-shaped teabag range to enable hotels, restaurants and pubs to enhance their beverage menus for the festive season.

Tolly English Ale is due to be released from October

Greene King to release 2.8% ale

By Luke Nicholls

Cask ale brewer Greene King is set to unveil Tolly English Ale, a new lower strength ale at 2.8 per cent ABV.

Crabbies Mulled Ginger Wine is available to the on-trade and take-home markets for the winter period

Christmas products: Drink

By Luke Nicholls

BigHospitality takes a look at some festive-themed drinks including Crabbie’s Mulled Ginger Wine, Medieval ale, Christmas coffee and Winter Shield ale. All of these drinks are available to the on-trade, and all are sure to make your business stand out...

April pub and restaurant sales up, but analysts urge caution

April pub and restaurant sales up, but analysts urge caution

By Lorraine Heller

The Royal Wedding, Easter Holidays and record sunshine all contributed to higher sales in pubs and restaurants this year, but market analysts warn that they also created new challenges for the hospitality sector, which did not trade as well as it could...

Caffè Culture to open doors in London next week

Caffè Culture to open doors in London next week

By Lorraine Heller

Caffè Culture, the trade show for café and bar operators, is preparing to open its doors to industry next week, providing a chance to meet key suppliers and gather tips on managing successful coffee-based operations.

Twinings launches new royal tea blends

Twinings launches new royal tea blends

By Becky Paskin

Tea brand Twinings has released two new products for hospitality operators - a stronger Earl Grey blend, and a special commemorative Royal Wedding blend.

Beverage awards to recognise coffee quality

Beverage awards to recognise coffee quality

By Lorraine Heller

The Beverage Standards Association (BSA) is launching a new set of awards that aim to recognise high standards in the preparation and service of hot drinks.

Breakfast: Is your hotel getting it right?

Breakfast: Is your hotel getting it right?

By Lorraine Heller

Breakfast in hotels is often one of the most under-rated and overlooked meals, but if it’s done right it becomes a key driver for business and extra revenue. BigHospitality takes a look at how you can make the most of breakfast in your hotel.

Pret A Manger remains most admired brand

Pret A Manger remains most admired brand

By Lorraine Heller

Pret A Manger and McDonald’s are the UK’s most admired food and beverage brands by people in the industry, according to a new survey released today.