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From Italy to the rest of Europe: Pocketful of Stones expands into six European countries, just weeks after Italy deal

Independent Cornish craft distillery Pocketful of Stones, best known for its innovative spirits and signature Dr Squid Gin, has expanded its European reach once again.

Devon’s Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero named best no-alcohol cider in the world

Devon-based Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero has just won gold and been named Best Non-Alcoholic Cider at the World Cider Awards, less than a year after it was launched.

Hoteliers to connect with next generation of hospitality talent

Bristol Hoteliers will host a special event next month to kick-start an education initiative which aims to partner businesses with local schools to inspire the next generation of industry talent.

Cornish Bakery celebrates record-breaking Summer trading

Fast-growing independent Cornish Bakery has delivered a record-breaking summer of trading, achieving 24% total sales growth year-on-year.

Bar Buoy’s “lovely” moment: Devon brand takes This Morning by storm

Bar Buoy, the award-winning ready-made cocktail brand based on the Devon coast, was proudly featured on ITV’s This Morning.

Bread to beer! St Austell teams up with Toast Brewing

St Austell Brewery has partnered with London’s sustainable brewing powerhouse, Toast Brewing, to create a limited-edition beer made using surplus bread.

Sandford Orchards launches Ben’s Cider, at inaugural Bristol Cider Week, in collaboration with Ben Collins

Sandford Orchards is launching a new Vintage Straw Pressed Fine Cider (ABV 6.8%) created in collaboration with Ben Collins, formerly known as The Stig.

Devon food lovers: Cast your vote in the new Food Drink Devon People’s Choice Award

Consumers can show their support for Devon’s outstanding hospitality scene, with voting now open for Food Drink Devon’s new People’s Choice Award, Top Hospitality Venue.

Bramley & Gage Ltd. launches new premium liqueurs: Amaretto, Limoncello & Coffee Liqueur

Bramley & Gage Ltd., have expanded their premium offering with the launch of three new artisan liqueurs: Amaretto, Limoncello, and Coffee Liqueur.

Ugly Butterfly 2.0 opens at The Headland, Newquay

Award-winning chef and restaurateur Adam Handling MBE has confirmed that Ugly Butterfly 2.0 – his bold new vision for sustainable British luxury – opens on schedule today.

Bays Brewery sets sail with new charity beer supporting Torbay Lifeboats

Bays Brewery in Paignton is making waves once again with the launch of its latest charity brew ‘Ahoy’, a refreshing golden ale.

British Summertime Tipple – The West Country’s answer to Pimms

Ten Hides, a small artisan distillery on the banks of the River Avon, has launched a unique British Summertime Tipple.

Public vote sees Nanny Gwynn and Redlap named in final of Britain’s Best New Cheese

Two cheeses from the South West have been named as finalists in ‘People’s Cheese 2025: Britain’s Best New Cheese’, with organisers, The Real Cheese Project.

Thatchers Katy wins gold at Cider World Awards

Somerset cider experts, Thatchers Cider, has won four medals at the internationally acclaimed Cider World Awards 2025.

Taste of the West: A new chapter begins

We’re excited to share that the organisation that was Taste of the West has now been re-established as a Community Interest Company (CIC).

Three Counties Cider and Perry Association announce 2026 dates for CraftCon

The TCCPA are thrilled to announce that CraftCon 2026 will be held at the Somerset County Cricket Club in Taunton on the 12th and 13th March 2026.

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