The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry

Scottish craft beer company BrewDog has closed all of its bars for the day today (2 March 2026), with an announcement regarding the sale of the business expected early this week.

William Grant & Sons’ Hendrick’s Gin is launching a new permanent addition to its premium gin range, marking the brand’s first line extension since 2017.

Heineken has appointed Romain Apert as its new chief digital and technology officer (CDTO) and member of the executive team, effective 15 May 2026.

US-based Tilray Brands has entered into a exclusive brewing and licensing agreement with Danish brewer Carlsberg, starting 1 January 2027.

Hive Mind has launched a dark cherry variant, signalling a renewed push to bring the honey-fermented beverage back into the spotlight for younger drinkers.

Constellation Brands has appointed Nicholas Fink as president and chief executive officer, effective 13 April 2026.

Heineken USA is broadening its non-alcoholic beer portfolio with the launch of Heineken 0.0 Cold Pressed Lime and Nectarine Juniper.

Heineken will cut roughly 7% of its global workforce as Europe’s second-largest brewer moves to protect margins amid continued weakness in beer demand.

Ready-to-drink alcohol brand Mom Water is expanding beyond fruit-infused vodka waters with the launch of its first Iced Tea + Vodka line.

Carlsberg has agreed to sell its 50% non-controlling stake in Lhasa Brewery to its local joint venture partner, Tibet Development.

UK mead producer Lyme Bay has launched two low-alcohol sparkling meads, repositioning the honey-based drink as an RTD-style option for lighter drinking.

UK functional drinks maker Sentia Spirits is entering alcohol-free cider, targeting science-led innovation as consumers cut alcohol without losing social rituals.