UK: Fruit-led beers gaining significant traction in the UK

Fruit-led beers are gaining significant traction in the UK, with a 250% increase in sales volume last year, says retailer Tesco. As consumers increasingly seek lower alcohol options, these “lighter, ...
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UK: Government urged to raise alcohol-free beer threshold in line with Europe

A recent analysis has revealed that everyday supermarket items such as burger rolls and ripe bananas can contain more alcohol than a no-alcohol beer. The British Beer and Pub Association ...
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UK: Average price of a pint of beer could increase by as much as 21p

The average price of a pint is set to increase by as much as 21p as the impact of Budget changes take effect next month, according to the British Beer ...
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Germany: Maltsters facing increasing competition from import

Germany’s malt industry is facing increasing pressure from rising import competition and structural cost disadvantages, as new data for 2024 shows a continuing trend of declining domestic malt production. According ...
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UK: Carlsberg Britvic launches new alcohol-free beer from 1664

Carlsberg Britvic has announced that 1664 Bière 0.0%, expertly brewed to contain no alcohol, will launch in the Off Trade this April, following a successful launch in the On Trade ...
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Rwanda: Rwanda’s biggest brewer Bralirwa gets waiver to import raw materials tax-free

The East African Community (EAC) has granted Bralirwa Ltd, Rwanda’s biggest beer and beverage manufacturer, a duty remission on key industrial inputs, allowing the company to import sugar and raw ...
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Japan: Kirin Brewery renews focus on developing more low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages

Kirin Brewery has announced a renewed focus on developing more low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages within its portfolio, after the traditional beer sector hit a 17-year high in 2024, Food Navigator ...
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UK: Brewing and hospitality business Powder Monkey Group eyeing more acquisitions this year

UK brewing and hospitality business Powder Monkey Group is eyeing more acquisitions this year as it looks to grow the company, Yahoo reported on March 21. Earlier this week, the Gosport, ...
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Canada: 2024-25 barley supply estimated 3% down from previous year and 9% below five-year average

For 2024-25, the Canadian barley supply is estimated at 9.4 million tonnes (Mt), down 3% from the last crop year due to lower production from smaller area, however carry-in stocks ...
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USA: Barley production forecast to slightly increase in 2025-26

For the US, the USDA’s ten-year baseline projections indicate a slight y/y increase in the 2025-26 barley production, primarily as a result of expected improvement in yields with stable seeded ...
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