ALL SHOOK UP SERVES UP NEXT STAGE OF UK GROWTH WITH NEW MORRISONS LISTING
All Shook Up is continuing its rapid expansion across the UK’s RTD cocktail market, with the brand announcing its latest major retail milestone: securing a listing across more than 360 Morrison stores in the UK. From 7th September, shoppers will be able to find All Shook Up’s Mixed Pack in select Morrisons stores across the […]
LONDON BARTENDER CROWNED WINNER OF FRANKLIN & SONS FLAVOUR IN MOTION 2026 COMPETITION
London bartender Alice Ford took home first place at the 2026 Flavour in Motion final, winning £2,500 in Franklin & Sons’ national bartending competition. Alice, currently bartending at Opium Cocktail Bar, won the competition with a reimagined version of the iconic Long Island Iced Tea. Inspired by childhood camping trips, her winning creation, “Corr, Blimey”, […]
VK unveils new enhanced RTD, ‘VK Squashka’, inspired by students
VK has announced a brand-new addition to its portfolio launching this November – bringing something completely different to the UK’s enhanced RTD market. Inspired by the brand’s loyal student fanbase, VK Squashka has been born from the university cultural phenomenon which sees students mixing their own “Squashka” (or “Squadka”) as a pre-drinks ritual. On student […]
GLOBAL BRANDS PARTNERS WITH DERBYSHIRE CONSTABULARY
Global Brands has announced it is supporting Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner on her “Don’t Risk The Drive” campaign – aiming to combat drink driving over the festive period. The campaign, launching on 3rd November, is designed to encourage locals to plan ahead of any festivities this Christmas – such as exploring public transport routes, […]
SOOPA HOOCH SECURES MAJOR NATIONAL LISTING WITH ASDA
Disruptive enhanced RTD brand, Soopa Hooch, is set to hit the shelves of over 150 Asda Express stores nationwide from this week, marking a significant distribution win for the Hooch portfolio and signalling continued momentum in the high-strength flavoured alcohol category. Known for its bold personality and flavour-forward innovation, Soopa Hooch has carved out a […]
FRANKLIN & SONS EXPANDS PREMIUM MIXER RANGE WITH BRAND-NEW YUZU SODA
Franklin & Sons has announced the launch of its new Yuzu Soda – catering to the growing trend for exotic and fruity flavours in cocktails and soft serves. Crafted around fresh yuzu juice, the soda combines the sharp yet sweet citrus notes of this exotic fruit with fresh water from the Lake District, carbonated to […]
FRANKLIN & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK BRAND AMBASSADOR
Franklin & Sons has announced the appointment of Joe Mantle as its newest UK Brand Ambassador, strengthening its engagement with on-trade partners and bartending professionals across the country. Joe Mantle joins Franklin & Sons with nearly eight years of hands-on experience in the hospitality and drinks sector. His previous roles include work at the 4-star […]
Shanky’s Whip Secures Key Regional Retail Win with Co-Op East of England Stores
Shanky’s Whip, the fast-rising Irish liqueur and whiskey blend brand known for its distinctive flavour and standout branding, is set to make its debut in over fifty Co-Op East of England stores, rolling out from September 2025. The listing marks a significant milestone in the brand’s continued growth across the UK off-trade, providing Shanky’s Whip […]
VK PARTNERS WITH BUTLIN’S BIG WEEKENDERS TO BRING THE Y2K PARTY VIBES THIS SEPTEMBER
VK is getting the party started with a karaoke-inspired activation as part of a nostalgia-infused partnership with Butlin’s Big Weekenders. Launching at Butlin’s Back to the 2000s Big Weekender in Skegness on 26th September, the iconic RTD brand is giving budding karaoke enthusiasts the chance to channel their inner pop star and belt out their […]
FRANKLIN & SONS EXPANDS CANNED COLLECTION WITH POPULAR BREWED GINGER BEER
Franklin & Sons has expanded its popular canned range with the launch of its much-loved Brewed Ginger Beer in a convenient 250ml format. Joining the brand’s three existing canned favourites, Dandelion & Burdock, Elderflower Lemonade, and Raspberry Lemonade, the new addition strengthens Franklin & Sons’ reputation for delivering authentic, flavourful drinks in a format that […]