Inn Express Summer Collection 2023

THE SUMMER COLLECTION 2023

Welcome to our summer drinks catalogue, designed to support and inspire on-trade customers. As an independent business we understand the importance of providing high-quality drinks that are environmentally responsible.

This collection has been curated to showcase a range of products that cater to your customers’ changing tastes and needs during the summer months. It is also full of tips, guides and industry data to help you make better choices and take the guesswork out of new product research. So, whether you’re looking for refreshing summer cocktails, or sustainable beers and ciders, we have you covered.

If you look carefully, there are even QR codes for free samples! So, get your smartphone ready and enjoy the samples.

Remember, although this is crammed with excellent products, this is not our entire portfolio. Head over to our website to see our full range of products, from craft beers, natural wines and premium soft drinks to daily essentials such as cellar gas and bar consumables.

Price Increases

As you will have seen first-hand 2022 was a year like no other on many levels as a business, we experienced a high level of uncertainty in pricing stability from our entire supply chain and even though 2023 has been no different, we want to offer a customers as much reassurance and stability as possible.

Although we have no influence when brand owners announce price increases, we have decided that rather than applying each increase individually, in 2023, we will now offer our customers some additional reassurance by structuring our increase schedule and review our pricing quarterly. What this means for you is that regardless of when a supplier may introduce higher prices, we will only increase your prices at the next review stage* These dates can be viewed below or on our website where a schedule of brand owners and suppliers can be found.

Inn Express 2023 Supplier Price Increase Schedule

Please contact your account manager, who can discuss alternative products and the schedule in more detail. You can also call our customer services team 01789 488008

* This does not include any increases implemented by the Government such as duty or our rotating craft beer selection.

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These two do exactly as they say on the tin really don’t they?

NEW PRODUCTS

Founded in 2014, Minor Figures is a London-based coffee company selling to 25 countries. The company sells a range of ready-to-drink products including a nitro cold brew, a chai and a mocha. In 2018, and accompanying a brand refresh, it launched an oat milk which quickly starting flying off the shelves. In 2020, its white 1L Oat M*lk cartons became its best-selling product, and Minor Figures has (quite unintentionally) become more known for its milk alternative than its cold brew coffee.

Bristol Beer Factory started life in 2004 brewing just a few standard cask conditioned ales in a vibrant part of south Bristol. Since then production has developed to offer a range of different regular bottled ales, cask ales and a variety of interesting specials throughout the year.

Bristol Beer Factory are a fiercely Independent brewery at the heart of the Bristol Beer scene since pioneering it in 2004. Brewing fresh and technicallyoutstanding beers, they seek to brew industry-leading examples of their style, building on the legacy of Milk Stout, Southville Hop and Independence. Inspiring you to get out there and drink exciting, sessionable beers on cask and keg in epic, independent pubs and bars.

THE UK’S FIRST MILK STOUT

NEW PRODUCTS

MOTH is British through and through: the founders are British, the spirits are British and the drinks are even canned here in Britain.

Some ingredients work better together. Teaming up with awardwinning spirits partners, MOTH knows every ingredient is the best of the best, every sip is delicious, and the cocktails can be enjoyed anywhere.

PROUD TO BE DIFFERENT, BORN TO MIX

Bored of the so-called rules around drinking whisky? Then you’ve come to the right place. As an original easydrinking whisky launched at the heart of the Prohibition era, Cutty Sark was deliberately created to defy conventions. With its inimitable smooth and mellow taste profile and its unique maritime and historical heritage Cutty Sark will make you go on an adventure.

Released 80 years after Prohibition ended, our Prohibition Edition Whisky has been crafted as a salute to the notorious (or some may say courageous) Bill McCoy, and to celebrate the end of “The Noble Experiment”.

NEW PRODUCTS

Historically Adnams are distinctive brewers and more recently distillers.

They craft well-loved premium beers. They’ve been on a journey and evolved from simply doing the right thing, to creating a full-fledged award-winning framework which makes complete business sense. Adnams are committed to protecting their future, because they aim to leave our footprints in the sand, not on the planet.

At Penrhos farm, they live every day surrounded by greenery and beautiful nature. When their imperfectly perfect fruit wasn’t good enough for the shop shelf, and was going to waste, they thought there must be a better way for their farm and for the planet. And there was…

But something was niggling them. They were curious yet again, about a better way for their bottles too. A path of experimentation and discovery led us to their new 100% recycled aluminium bottles. Custom-made and completely reusable, recyclable and refillable, it was the perfect home for their imperfectly perfect fruit.

Penrhos want to improve the circular economy by helping create easy solutions that help customers and the environment.

100% recycled aluminium bottles

HOT DRINKS

Buying your hot drinks supply though Inn Express not only saves time but also consolidates your deliveries and ensures you are doing your bit for the planet

RINGTONS TEA

If you’re looking for a premium quality tea experience, then look no further than our wide range of luxury Ringtons’ tea available online now.

In this collection, you can explore fresh and delicious teas in a plethora of blends with flavours to suit every taste and preference.

COFFEE COLLAB

A veteran coffee-maker, a chef, an author and a humble musician all walked into a café and the creative spark that comes from craft coffee, ignited in them an unstoppable vision to form a collaborative, making artisan coffee available to everyone. Choose from Rainforest Alliance acredited beans and also the incredible tasting Swiss Water Decaf beans

MILFRESH HOT CHOCOLATE

Milfresh Superior Hot Chocolate is made with rich cocoa and a dash of skimmed milk which delivers a sublimely indulgent hot chocolate drink. Free flowing granulated chocolate powder. This versatile powder can be used per cup or in vending machines.

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IMAGINATION

A clever combination of balanced ginger bread and clean spiciness deliver a truly delicious cup of creativity.

• Superb Rainforest Alliance accredited coffee.

• Beautifully simple 75% Arabica and 25% Robusta confection.

TASTING NOTES

Floral, bell pepper and yummy milk chocolate

RECIPE NOTES

Colombian Cadefhuila from the dry parchment coffee producers of Huila, and TopCup 2020 speciality grade Vietnamese Wet Polished original coffees combine to conjure an inspiring coffee.

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CIDER

2023 trends

APPLE IS STILL KING

Apple cider has re-established its dominance of the cider category after the growth of other fruit ciders throughout the past decade. Within cider, apple has seen value share grow by +2.3pp in the past 3 years, now accounting for 59% of total cider value in the on-trade. Draught cider is by far the dominant format in apple, now accounting for 92% of cider volume in the on-trade after seeing share grow by +2.2pp in the past 3 years.

Source: CGA OPM Half-Year to 08/10/22

PREMIUMMMMM...

34% of 18-44s are looking to drink less often but treat themselves to higher quality drinks when they do. Cider drinkers typically fall into this younger age bracket, so we expect to see premium cider on the rise in the coming year. Cider drinkers are happier to pay more for a premium drink (46%) than the average alcohol drinker (43%) so highlighting the premium nature of cider brands will be key to success.

Source: PROOF Insight, POURTRAITS Sept 22, Feb 22

WHAT’S YOUR FLAVOUR?

As consumers look to explore different flavour profiles, brands have responded with exciting new flavours including blood orange, mint and peach. Packaged fruit ciders typically offer more variety than draught, so it is no surprise that packaged now accounts for 50% of fruit cider volume in the on-trade after seeing share grow by +1.5pp in the past 3 years. Brands are now experimenting with dispense systems to offer flavour choice on tap. As consumers increasingly look to try new things, we expect to see further innovation in flavour in the coming year: watch out for peach, tea flavours and basil – spotted in trending USA cider bars.

Source: Cider MODE 2022, CGA OPM Half-Year to 08/10/22

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WINE 2023 trends

ENGAGE A YOUNGER AUDIENCE

With wine losing value share to other drinks on-trade, in 2023 we will see renewed focus to rejuvenate the category and make it more accessible for younger consumers – who are driving the trade. 63% Of wine drinkers don’t class themselves as being ‘very confident’ when choosing wine ontrade and 35% are put off trying new styles for fear of not enjoying it. Staff recommendations, menu nudges and food pairings with simple explanations will drive engagement with the category and encourage drinkers to experiment with something new.

Sources: POURtraits survey October 2022, CGA MAT to 10.09.22

LAMBRUSCO IS BACK!

Lambrusco looks set to make a comeback. The fruit-driven, lightly sparkling (frizzante) red, originating from Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy in northern Italy, is now listed in 1 in 5 trendsetting restaurants and wine bars. Ranging in style from dry to sweet, it’s the dry expressions made with the Salamino or Grasparossa grapes that have been spotted on mode menus, offering red fruits with violet (Salamino) or peppery (Grasparossa) notes. Opinions divide on lambrusco: while 27% of uk consumers have tried Lambrusco and want to drink it again, 33% are not interested in drinking it again. A younger drinker will drive the resurgence, with 48% of 18-45s open to Lambrusco! Pink fizz is having a moment, is it time for red fizz to get in the spotlight too?

Sources: POURtraits survey Oct 2022, MODE Wine

RIESLING ON THE UP?

Having long been a favourite of those in the know, Riesling is set to make a comeback in the mainstream. Perception has changed and it is losing its association with sweeter styles that were widely popular in the 80s. Over 1 in 5 uk wine drinkers have recently tried and enjoyed riesling. Growth will be driven by Germany, which remains the favoured origin – preferred by 68% of Riesling drinkers, followed by New Zealand (28%), while Alsace Riesling is also popular in premium bars

Sources: POURtraits survey October 2022, CGA MAT to 10.09.22

LOVE BEER? HATE WINE? let’s

have a little chat and change that...

Rarely do these two drinks cohabit in the same fridge, and sometimes not even appear on the same menu. Beer and wine often find themselves treated very differently, but (hear us out) can a business encourage beer drinkers to try a selection of wines purely based on their favourite brewski? Is this really doable? Surely they’re too different? After all, one’s made from grapes, and the other’s made from grain, right? Well, let’s answer them in order.

Yes, not really, and yeah. Here is why!

LOVE BEER? HATE WINE?

Sohere goes! If you look at them both from a purely sensory perspective, you’ll be gob-smacked by the similarities. By sensory, we’re mainly concerned with aroma and taste, but there are some instances where, visually, certain beers and wines are uncannily similar. We’ll come onto that in a bit.

As the UK beer market has evolved over the past 15 years, in close succession to the US market, the David’s have collectively become Goliath, and now the choice of brew for the consumer is mind-boggling. So with more beers than you can shake a stick at and considerably more wines, where on earth do we begin? Well, in order to really understand this and break it down, there’s a common denominator that we ought to consider and that’s food.

Historically, we know that wine has been a drink to accompany a meal and beer should be no different. There’s been a real push over the past decade or so to pair beer with food in the same way that we’ve been doing it for wine and, to a lesser extent, with spirits too.

To make this more approachable, we need our core beer categories. We’ve taken eight straight off our website which should more or less cover the spectrum. While these general categories will have a heavily nuanced range of beers within them, stylistically there’ll be some commonality.

OUR CATEGORIES ARE:

Abbey & Trappist Ales

Brown & Amber Ales

IPAs

Lagers

Pale Ales

Porters & Stouts

Sour Beers

Wheat Beers

Now for the fun profiling bit!

So now we have our beer categories, it’s time to look at the key characteristics of each, highlight the best food pairings and then suggest the wines that fit the bill.

Here goes…

ABBEY & TRAPPIST

These big flavoured beers with higher alcoholic strengths, showing dried fruit, spices and a burnt sugar sweetness are an ideal match for creamy, stinky cheeses like Brie de Meaux and Époisses de Bourgogne. They can also pair up nicely with game (in particular pheasant, venison and wild boar) as well as decent bangers, Beef Wellington and a prime cut steak like rib-eye.

RECOMMENDED WINES:

Aged red Rioja like Reservas and Gran Reservas, Grenache/Garnacha (especially Rhône reds), Syrah/ Shiraz and even ports like Ruby or Late Bottled Vintage.

BROWN & AMBER

Almost exclusively British, these traditional stalwarts are characterised by a sweet maltiness and bitter hoppiness that leans either way depending on the brewer and the type of hops used.

They’re generally mediumbodied in weight and those that lean more towards malt sweetness are ideal with roasts like beef, pork and lamb and are also great with pub classics like bangers and mash and shepherd’s pie. Those that emphasise the bitter hop characters work particularly well with fish and chips as well as grilled salmon.

RECOMMENDED WINES:

Barrel-fermented whites like Chardonnay, white Bordeaux and Chenin Blanc alongside lighter Argentinean Malbecs, Primitivo from Puglia, Montepulciano and Valpolicella Ripasso.

IPA’S

Although massively varied, these tend to be crisper and slightly

more alcoholic than the browns and ambers. The increased bitter and pithy characters are balanced by citrus freshness and sweeter fruit notes on the finish. Herbs and floral characters will often feature too.

Brilliant with spicier dishes that use fresh chilli like Thai curries or chicken fajitas. They’re also divine with mild blue cheeses like Dolcelatte and Cambozola and will also pair with fruit puddings.

RECOMMENDED WINES:

Chilean Carménère, Cabernet Franc and Monastrell for reds and Grüner Veltliner, Dry Rieslings and Old World Sauvignon like Sancerre for whites.

PALE ALES

Pretty diverse, these are lighter in colour than your browns and ambers and range from gold to copper. They’re generally less bitter too. British pales strike the right balance between malt biscuity sweetness and hoppy bitterness while American pales are basically IPAs with the hop volume jacked up to the max and some Caribbean fruitiness thrown in for good measure!

The food options are just as diverse with British pales being well suited to classic British fayre; meat pies, Sunday roasts, burgers and fish and chips. American pales pair really well with spicier stuff like Pacific Rim cuisine as well as Tex-mex flavours.

RECOMMENDED WINES :

New World Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, Soave and Pinot Noir (especially New World).

PORTERS & STOUTS

These make me think of coffee, both in colour terms and aroma terms, and can also feature bitter chocolate, liquorice and blackcurrant nuances too. Not only do they pair brilliantly with oysters, their smoky overtones complement rich stews, grilled meats, blue cheeses and game. Some even work with rich chocolate desserts.

RECOMMENDED WINES:

Given the oyster connection, equivalent white wines like Muscadet, Picpoul de Pinet and Albariño should appeal as well as New World Cabernet Sauvignon, red Bordeaux (especially ‘right bank’, so Pomerol and St. Émilion) and Chianti.

SOUR BEERS

With more funk than Bruno Mars, these sour Brett-fests can often be challenging to the uninitiated. The taste spectrum ranges from citrus to cider vinegar and fermenting fruit to farmyard. The flavour intensity, earthiness and tart acidity make these heavenly with salty charcuterie and salty or strong-flavoured cheeses like Roquefort, Gorgonzola and goat’s cheeses. Classic German sausage, like Bratwurst, with sauerkraut, is just about perfection too.

RECOMMENDED WINES :

Natural & Orange wines, Loire Chenin Blanc, drier and more savoury rosé wines made from Tempranillo (Rioja Rosé is in this category), Syrah and Mourvèdre (aka Mataro & Monastrell). Authentic Lambrusco and young, fresh Beaujolais should also appeal.

WHEAT BEERS

Lighter, creamier, often cloudy, these beers are characteristically less bitter and show hints of banana, citrus, bread and occasionally clove, roasted nuts and caramel. Plenty of food matches here too from mussels and oily fish to charcuterie and cheese boards right through to hot curries.

RECOMMENDED WINES:

Lower acid whites from the Rhône like Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. Semillon also fits nicely, again because of its low acidity. Light, tangy reds like Gamay, Bardolino and young, Old World Pinot Noirs should fare well.

Phewee…all that talk of beer, wine and fodder has given us the serious munchies. Time to hit the local for a pie and a pint.. and a wine! #research

no matter the result we had a great time!

CHARD It’s cool again!

Now before you think I’m talking about some hipster chick who can do Hardflips and Backside Tailslides with her eyes shut, sadly not, although I’m sure she’s out there somewhere. No, I’m talking about how Chardonnay, following a period of hard reflection, seems to have grown up from its embarrassing overripe, over-oaked, overloaded adolescence during the 80s and early 90s and followed Odyssey’s advice by getting back to its [cool climate] roots. By cool climate roots, I’m referencing Burgundy in northern France, especially Chablis which, unless you categorically know it can only be made from Chardonnay, you might be hard-pressed to make the connection.

Defining cool climate in the context of wine

Before we go any further, let’s get into the bones of what cool climate means from a wine perspective. Within the last 20 years, climatologists have agreed that the global growing zone for viticulture (vine growing) should be split into three categories. Cool climate, which represents around a third of the growing zone, intermediate climate and warm climate, which make up the other two thirds.

The growing season broadly runs from April to October in the Northern Hemisphere and October to April in the Southern Hemisphere. During this period, cool climate regions have a mean temperature of less than 16°C. As we live in this zone in the UK, apart from the odd freakishly hot summer, we know that’s pretty cool.

It’s worth bearing in mind that these zones don’t have hard borders as it’s possible to find cooler subregions within intermediate or even warm climatic zones due to elevation (mountains, high plateaux) or

influences from the sea.

Prime examples of the former are South Africa’s Elgin region, Spain’s Gredos Mountains and the Salta region of Argentina. And for the latter, Australia’s Yarra Valley, the Russian River Valley of Sonoma in California and Chile’s Casablanca Valley.

What defines a cool climate Chardonnay?

Firstly it will have a paler colour so will appear more like lemon juice as opposed to the famous Mexican beer. It will have noticeable acidity too, that is to say that it’ll make your mouth water more than a Haribo Tangfastic. It’ll have lower viscosity in the mouth and the alcohol is likely to be no higher than around 13.0% which, believe it or not, is below average.

In terms of the flavours themselves, think lemon, lime, acacia, white peach, underripe pineapple, baked apple and possibly buttercream and a mealy character if there’s lees stirring (bâtonnage) or used oak involved. You’ll also find ‘sensory flavours’ like a

chalkiness or salinity that’s associated with the soils the vines are grown on. Where are the coolest Chardonnays coming from?

If, like me, you’ve always been a fan of Chardonnay, especially the more restrained styles, there’s never been a better time to indulge in this little vice. Chardonnay is the world’s most popular white wine grape and second most planted white wine variety but don’t think for one minute that most of it is coming out of Burgundy*. Au contraire mon ami, there are Burgundy lookalikes coming not only from the New World, but from other parts of France too like the Jura, Limoux and Champagne regions as well as the UK, Germany, Austria, northern Spain and northern Italy.

Now if we’re talking New World pockets of brilliance, look towards Oregon, Sonoma and Washington State, Argentina’s Uco Valley and Chile’s Limarí and Casablanca valleys in the Americas.

New Zealand has its own little golden zones from Kumeu near Auckland

*By Burgundy, I mean Chablis, Bourgogne (French for Burgundy), Mâcon, Pouilly-Fuissé, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet (hopefully these names are ringing a bell), as well as a whole bunch of other village names throughout this iconic region.

ONNAY

No... honest!

right down to Bannockburn in Central Otago and plenty more in between. Jump across the Tasman Sea and it’s Margaret River, Geelong, Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley, Piccadilly near Adelaide and High Eden as well as Tasmania that are proving Australia’s cool climate credentials.

And finally Elgin, Hemel-en-Aarde and Constantia are flying the flag for South Africa with some stunning wines that wouldn’t look out of place in the Côte d’Or.

Wider benefits of cooler climate Chardonnay

One thing you’ll get to know about me is that I’m as passionate about food as I am my vino and, like more and more wine drinkers, I get more pleasure out of putting the two together.

Now I’m definitely no Marcus Wareing in the kitchen but I do

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enjoy cooking and whilst I’m not into conjuring up fussy food, I like it to be flavoursome and honest. The golden rule when pairing wine with food is not to let the dish overpower the wine.

If we’re talking about cool climate versus warm climate Chardonnay, for me there are many more pairing options available with the former because you have acidity as well as structure and flavour to play with.

Acidity is the key because it brings things like oily or meaty fish, tender scallops, sweet lobster and succulent poultry into play as well as buttery and creamy dishes, as it can cut through the different textural elements like a hot knife through butter.

Try pairing these delicate flavours with a low acid, warm climate Chardonnay and the wine will just cloak the food and it’ll all feel a bit blousy and disjointed. That’s not to

say that warm climate Chardonnays aren’t good at food pairing. They just need sweeter, stronger-flavoured ingredients to even things up a bit. Bigger versions of cooler climate Chardonnays can tackle more complex flavoured dishes, especially if the subtle oak influence is prevalent.

One word of caution here. Do try to avoid highly acidic foods like raw tomatoes, olives, capers and vinaigrettes and also dodge chilli heat and heavy spice as well as bitter greens as these will make the wine taste watery, bitter or sour.

Enough about food, the other major benefit is that you can sip the wine without food and enjoy more than one glass before your palate feels satisfied. This is particularly relevant if you’re flush and unable to resist the dangerous itch to splash out on a bottle of Burgundy’s finest!

By Justin Sims

The wine shows concentrated marzipan and citrus notes, with underlying hazelnut and lime notes, which adds to layered complexity. The wine is seamless, with flavoursome and long finish.

A classic Chardonnay from Southern Burgundy - fine buttery and floral notes on the nose and a wine of substance and finesse on the palate.

ELGIN, SOUTH AFRICA

BURGUNDY, FRANCE

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the wine collection 2023

The brand new Inn Express wine collection has been released. The new portfolio is released just in time for those looking to futureproof their menu and or upgrade to stay in line with modern consumer trends and habits.

In addition to fine-tuning the range, we’ve added more insightful and educational material that we hope you will find beneficial and will help provide some useful pointers when you come to review your wine lists. With cost of living crisis firmly in place and the continued prospect of further economic downturn, offering consumers even greater value needs to be a priority. We’ve written a lot recently about alternative grape varieties and better-value lookalikes to some of the most popular wines, so this would be a great place to start exploring.

We’ve highlighted our growing range of biodynamic, natural, organic and sustainable wines throughout our portfolio. visit inn-express.com or call our team on 01789 488008 for your printed portfolio

SPIRITS

2023 trends

SMOKING SKILLS

Smoky cocktails can be found in 32% of mode trendsetting bars with woody cocktails found in 36% of bars. Smoky flavours have been derived from smoking the cocktail itself, as well as smoked spirits, smoked salts and even smoked milk. Woods such as cedar, oak and pine have been used as well as palo santo from south america to produce woody flavours. Mezcal offers a smokier alternative to tequila, and its popularity has grown as a cocktail ingredient and beyond. It is now found in 82% of mode trendsetting bars in 7% of cocktail listings.

Sources: MODE Spirits 2022-23

THE BUBBLES ARE STILL RISING

Fizz continues to be popular as spritz cocktails have gained popularity, largely driven by the growth of aperol spritz and gin spritz. In eight months in 2022, Aperol spritz went from the 19th most consumed cocktail to the 6th (feb to oct 2022). Gin spritz proved to be the 9th most consumed cocktail in the past year, with 7% of consumers trying it. Spritz cocktails also provide an option to consumers looking to moderate their alcohol intake, as 5% of consumers would drink a spritz cocktail when cutting back.

Sources:

GOOD FAT?

Bartenders are playing with textures, as olive oil now appears in cocktails in 1 in 10 MODE trendsetting bars. The ingredient is often dropped onto the top of the cocktail to add texture variety or can be used to “fat-wash” spirits to impart the flavours of the oil into the drink without the oily texture.

Sources: MODE Spirits 2022-23

SAVOURY TOOTH?

Savoury cocktails are proving popular with young consumers as 15% of 18-34s claim to enjoy them. 64% of trendsetting mode bars offer savoury cocktails, making up 8% of their cocktail lists on average. In the past, many bars have relied on salad ingredients such as celery, lettuce, and spinach to produce savoury cocktails. Starchy ingredients such as corn, quinoa and potato are increasingly being used to achieve savoury flavours, with starchy ingredients now found in 2 in 10 mode bars.

Sources: PROOF POURtraits Oct 22, MODE Spirits 2022-23

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B-Corp accreditation is a thirdparty validation that confirms a company's commitment to social and environmental responsibility. BCorps are businesses that meet strict standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. They balance purpose and profit, and they are legally required to consider the impact of their decisions on all stakeholders, not just shareholders. B-Corp accreditation involves a rigorous evaluation process that assesses a company's social and environmental impact, governance structure, and business practices.

Why should I stock these products?

Stocking products from B-Corp accredited suppliers demonstrates a commitment to social and environmental responsibility. It aligns with the growing demand for sustainable and ethical products, and it can help increase customer loyalty and retention. It can also offer higher profit potential as consumers are willing to pay a premium for sustainable and ethical products.

Will my customers care?

Yes, UK drinks consumers are increasingly interested in the social and environmental impact of the products they consume. According to a study by Mintel, 42% of UK consumers consider sustainability to be an important factor when purchasing alcoholic beverages, and this number is expected to grow. The same study found that 59% of UK consumers would pay more for environmentally friendly alcoholic drinks, indicating a willingness to pay a premium for sustainable and ethical products. Therefore, stocking products from B-Corp accredited suppliers can be a way for premium venues to tap into this growing demand and differentiate themselves from the competition.

But, aren't they expensive?

While it's true that some ethical products may have a higher upfront cost, studies show that consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable and ethical brands. By stocking B-Corp products, venues can charge a premium for products that align with their values and tap into this growing demand. Moreover, B-Corp accredited suppliers often demand a higher price per serve, therefore offer a much better profit per drink.

Is it really worth it?

Yes, it is worth the effort. Consumers are increasingly conscious of the social and environmental impact of their purchases, and they are more likely to patronize businesses that share their values. By stocking products from B-Corp accredited suppliers, premium venues can differentiate themselves from the competition and appeal to a growing segment of socially and environmentally conscious consumers. It's also an opportunity to support smaller, independent producers who may struggle to compete with larger, conventional suppliers.

How many B-Corp lines do I need to stock?

This is ultimately a choice for you as you know your business. The B-Corp accreditation is not a product category, but a third-party validation that confirms a company's commitment to social and environmental responsibility. There are B-Corp accredited suppliers in a wide range of industries, from food and beverage to cleaning supplies and textiles. By stocking products from B-Corp accredited suppliers, premium venues can offer a diverse range of products that align with their values and meet consumer demand. Why not look at what sells the best in your business and then offer B-Corp upsells.

AS POSITIVE CHANGEMAKERS IN THE INDUSTRY, WE AIM TO FULFIL A BIGGER PURPOSE THAN MAKING WHISKY AND GIN, RECONNECTING PEOPLE, PLANET AND SPIRITS.

70cl and 5L Eco Refills Available in Both Vodka and Gin.

■ SWITCHED TO CLEANER GRADES OF BIOFUELS TO REDUCE OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

Climate Positive and Delicious? Cheers.

■ ALWAYS CRAFTED FROM 100% SCOTTISH BARLEY, WITH OVER 50% GROWN ON ISLAY

■ CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOTANIC GARDENS

■ REMOVED SECONDARY PACKAGING ACROSS OUR PORTFOLIO

■ CERTIFIED AS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK® AND NAMED AMONG THE UK’S BEST WORKPLACES FOR WOMEN®

AS POSITIVE CHANGEMAKERS IN THE INDUSTRY, WE AIM TO FULFIL A BIGGER PURPOSE THAN MAKING WHISKY AND GIN, RECONNECTING PEOPLE, PLANET AND SPIRITS.

■ SWITCHED TO CLEANER GRADES OF BIOFUELS TO REDUCE OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

■ ALWAYS CRAFTED FROM 100% SCOTTISH BARLEY, WITH OVER 50% GROWN ON ISLAY

■ CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOTANIC GARDENS

■ REMOVED SECONDARY PACKAGING ACROSS OUR PORTFOLIO

■ CERTIFIED AS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK® AND NAMED AMONG THE UK’S BEST WORKPLACES FOR WOMEN®

In the Caribbean, they believe Jamaican spirits, called Duppies, swoop between distilleries stealing the best rum as it ages in barrels, then come together to celebrate - this rum is called the Duppy Share.

With a range of award winning liquids from Jamaica and Barbados, Duppy Share is proud to be the UK’s #1 independent premium Rum brand. B Corp certified, Duppy ensures a fair deal for its production partners, the lowest environmental impact possible, committed funding to Caribbean charity and culture initiatives to ensure we give back to our community.

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WE CARE ABOUT OUR PEOPLE

At Wildjac , we believe that doing well and doing good go hand in hand

We are proud to be a business that cares for the people, and we will continue to prioritize the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities as we grow and evolve

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WE CARE ABOUT OUR PRODUCT

We are constantly working to source the very highest quality botanicals & spices Our passion is for homegrown and locally foraged ingredients

Douglas Fir from the forest and Lemon balm from our garden, the natural world around us influences and inspires us

WE CARE ABOUT OUR PLANET

Sustainable, eco-friendly spirit from natural, locally sourced b wherever possible along with c edge innovation like our brand Frugalpac

We care about our impact and pp and donate 1% of all sales revenue back to charities and organisations local to us through 1% for the Planet

OUR HISTORY

Started from a desire to offer a level of service that had never been experienced in the drinks wholesale industry. Dennis and his wife Pam started the business in February 2002 without a customer. But with 30 years of industry experience in a rapidly changing industry they had a true a belief that great customer service alongside a team of great people was still very much the foundations of a sustainable business.

Dennis’ career in the trade started with a Stratfordupon-Avon-based soft drinks manufacturer and distributor as a lorry driver in the early 1970s; he moved through the ranks, ultimately managing a large fleet of vehicles and a team of drivers delivering soft drinks nationally. Dennis left the company and started his own soft drinks distribution business, which was ultimately acquired by a small drinks

wholesale company with big ambitions, then known as The Beer Seller. That company eventually morphed into Waverley TBS.

During his time with both businesses, he managed depots, sales teams, and fleet transport operations. As time went on and with the closure of the local Waverley depot, Dennis quickly realised that a gap existed in the area to provide

an excellent service with an exciting range of composite drinks focused on cask ale.

EXPRESS ALES IS BORN

So in February 2002 (as it was then called) Express Ales was launched. It was initially operating from a small, shared warehouse in the heart of Stratford upon Avon, with Dennis in sales, Pam, his wife, running the office and a delivery driver, Rick, who is still with us.

After a solid twelve months of growth, Dennis and Pam needed some reinforcements. So Richard, his son decided to join the business. Alongside sharing their passion to grow the business, he brought a wealth of experience in retail management and is now the Managing Director.

ON THE MOVE

In June of 2004, we moved into our first 6000 sq ft warehouse just outside Stratford upon Avon in the village of Haselor; by this point, Inn Express was running a fleet of two vans and employed ten members of staff.

Later that year, the opportunity to work with a long-time friend and previous colleague, Graham Lawton, came about. He subsequently joined the business as Sales Director from Bablake Wines. Graham brought huge FMCG and wholesale experience; on the back of this and with an expanded sales team, the company and its growth moved from strength to strength

Double-digit growth and reputational gain had always been a constant until the credit crunch of 2008 took hold. At this point, the decision was taken to offer premium options in each product category and restructure the sales team. Andrew Lawton and later John Lewis joined the sales team from large national brewers and FMCG backgrounds to help move Inn Express in a new direction. Andy and John are now Directors of the business to ensure we consistently evolve and develop our business.

A NEW DIRECTION

This duo of recruits paid huge dividends, leading us to be at the forefront of a large selection of on-trade categories, including the craft

beer market. We also offered an ever-increasing range of artisan and niche spirits, a rapidly developing wine range, and a raft of soft drinks from small artisanal producers, all designed to complement the ever-changing cask and keg offering.

THE GROWTH

CONTINUES

Twenty one years on, we continue to operate from our rural depot in Haselor (albeit with considerable extra space added in recent years) and continue to ensure we are investing in our e-commerce / online ordering platform, office based team and our logistic infrastructure.

We contiually aim to give our customers an unrivalled level of service and because of this we are now able to operate in many of the vital trading areas across England & Wales, including cities such as, Cardiff Birmingham, Oxford, Bristol and more recently Central London. Here’s to the next 21 year! Drinks by drone anyone?

You heard it here first!

PISTON GIN IS A DISTINGUISHED MIX OF TIME HONOURED TECHNIQUE AND CLASSIC STYLE.

Founded and born of a desire to create a true modern classic, one that reminds you what a London Dry Gin should be. Rebellious at heart, we challenged old school methods and developed a recipe using 14 globally sourced botanicals of the highest quality. Combined they give a well-balanced, full, and lingering taste with a touch of smoke, spice, subtle sweetness, and bold citrus notes.

MEET...CAFÉ PISTÓN

MADE WITH ALL THE PASSION AND REFINEMENT WE’RE KNOWN FOR

Beautiful over ice, used in classic cocktails or as a shot, Café Pistón is a suave sophisticated handcrafted drink to be enjoyed by anyone who loves the darker things in life. Using carefully sourced reposado tequila from Jalisco in Mexico kept at 50% ABV, we steep a fresh medium ground Arabica coffee for no more than 24 hours and then blend in organic cane sugar to taste.

The resulting rich velvety liquid is then passed through a 25-micron filter and diluted with the purest water possible, lovingly bottled and decorated with our decadent gold foiled and embossed label we’re left with an incredible velvety coffee tequila that widens your eyes and delicately warms your lips as you sip it.

A STRONG, REBELLIOUS SPIRIT

SPICED RUM FROM AN INDIE WELSH BRAND WITH BOTTLES OF PERSONALITY

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We hand pick laver SEAWEED on the coast in Pembrokeshire. Infused with the finest most expertly made Caribbean rum, the seaweed lifts the symphony of other spices and adds UNDENIABLE DEPTH. Serve with cola, ginger beer or our favourite, CLOUDY APPLE JUICE and ice.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Unique Staff training programs

Drinks development support

Targeted Incentives

SPICED RUM AVAILABLE

10 YE ARS OF .. . the pink gin pioneer

Founder Stephen Marsh set up Pinkster back in 2013 after realising that wine and beer no longer agreed with him. A keen forager and maker of sloe liqueurs, he turned his attention to gin and started experimenting at home. He wasn’t intentionally creating a pink drink but after working his way through an entire fruit bowl, he discovered that raspberry delivered the best flavour

The raspberries are grown locally to our rural Cambridgeshire HQ and we only produce Pinkster gin during the cropping season. The raspberries are picked in the morning and in our tanks in the afternoon.

Thanks to these plump beauties, the gin is deliciously dry with a hint of fruit and an exceptionally smooth finish.

SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability has long been our guiding principle and we recycle the inebriated fruit as a range of natural byproducts. There’s minimal wastage with every last drop of delicious goodness squeezed from every single raspberry We’ve also now launched our stylish and sustainable bagin-box. Equivalent to just over four regular bottles, this holds over 100 serves

THE PINKSTER FAMILY

Pinkster Royale, our reduced alcohol Spritz drinks and our Cocktail Mixes are all created from the leftover raspberries. This fervour for fresh fruit marks us out from the industry and is a major plus point for ethically minded, discerning drinkers who are happy to pay more for quality ingredients. And now, in a nod to traditional gin styles, the family has just expanded thanks to the launch of our triple juniper base spirit as Naked Pinkster. Juniper really is the star and there’s no escaping that charismatic peppery bite of a classic London Dry.

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What’s included?

DRY FRUIT GINS FOR GROWN UPS

DESIGNED FOR DISCERNING DRINKERS

Taste is paramount. We only use fresh fruit for a naturally dry flavour which delights our discerning drinkers who eschew sweet gins.

Our fruit gins are juniper forward and full strength, 40%ABV or above.

We care about provenance; our rhubarb comes from local Oxfordshire growers and our fresh vanilla pods are sourced directly from the growers in Madagascar.

We distil very slowly to achieve incredible smoothness and mouthfeel.

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Our Orange & Madagascan Vanilla Gin was the highest scoring orange gin in the world (IWSC 2021)

PISCO

You’ve probably heard of it but what is it?

We spoke to Sam Owen from Chakana in Moseley, Birmingham. Chakana is situated within the walls of a historical bank, Chakana is a modern Peruvian restaurant from celebrated chef Robert Ortiz. They offer a huge range of South American drinks but specialise in all thinsg Pisco. So who better to ask when we set on our quest for Pisco knowledge.

By Justin Sims

So, what is Pisco?

“Pisco is a clear spirit from Peru and Chile, made by distilling fermented grape juice and then it becomes a brandy. There are several laws when it comes to pisco production. Pisco can only be distilled once, typically in a copper pot still. Another rule is that it must be distilled to proof so there’s no water added.” Adding water after distillation is common practise in the production of whisky, rum, vodka and gin where it increases the yield of the product.

Sam continues, “In pisco’s case, the spirit comes out

between 38-48 percent ABV and that’s the yield. Another notable fact is that it can’t be aged in a wooden cask, it has to be a neutral cask. Historically a neutral cask would have been made from clay. Nowadays they’re made from steel.”

Peruvians are very proud of the fact that their piscos are very pure and unadulterated and as a result, production is focused on a ‘small batch’ but highquality mentality.

What’s the history behind this unique drink?

“The origins started with the Spanish [when the first missionaries arrived], so the grape vines were first planted in Peru around the 1550s where the Spanish quickly discovered that the dry air and plentiful water of the coastal valley were well suited to grapes. The climate is actually typically desert-like. You get very small bunches of grapes that are really sweet and really aromatic, so are going to be perfect for making brandy as opposed to making wine.”

Sam goes on to say, “Historically the Spanish were quite well-known for making pomace brandy. Pomace is typically a waste product from wine creation which includes the stalks. They basically take this mush which is fermented and then distilled into pomace brandy. It’s quite impure and the tannins from the grape skins and the stalks make it quite bitter.” I know from experience that some of the cheaper Spanish brandies can be quite, how shall

we say, rustic!

Sam adds, “Also, the history of pisco is quite clouded but originally it would’ve been known as Aguardiente de uva which is basically a grape liquor. It would later be called pisco by foreigners. The earliest written notes of this liquor were from 1613 when a guy had left pisco-making equipment in his will that included a copper-pot still. By 1630, this grape liquor is recognised in Spain. It’s not until 1825 that it’s known as pisco 100% by foreigners.”

The name ‘pisco’ is said to have been taken from the name of the Peruvian port from where the liquor was originally exported, Puerto de Pisco. Sam also informs me that the word ‘pisco’ is translated from an old Quechua word for a type of sea bird, and the sight of these in the port inspired the name.

Is it similar to any more familiar spirits?

“There are a couple of common similarities that people make. The first one for me when people try pisco for the first time, they tend to say ‘oh that reminds me of tequila’. I can see some similarities however it is very different from it [pisco]. In tequila you get this subtle earthiness, it’s rounded it’s got this hint of something you can’t quite understand. However, pisco is closer to grappa, which is a pomace brandy. The difference with pisco is

they use just the grape juice and not the skins or anything else.”

Sam also explains that the temperature is controlled in pisco production in order to preserve the delicate grape aromatics, a vital component that distinguishes each different style of pisco from another.

Traditional clay casks used for ageing pisco although modern producers now use steel tanks

Is Pisco categorised by style, like Malt Whisky, or by age, as in Cognac?

“All pisco is essentially aged for at least three months which helps it to marry and soften a little. We could call it more of a resting process.”

Sam then explains that piscos are categorised by grape variety of which there are eight in total.

“All of those eight fits into aromatic and nonaromatic categories. Right in the middle you have acholado which is a combination of more than one grape, so typically it’ll be two, which will pull influences from either end of the spectrum. So you’ll have one aromatic grape and one nonaromatic grape and then you get somewhere in the

How is it typically drunk?

“The way we like to sell it here is to drink it like the Peruvians would, so absolutely drink it neat. Treat it like a wine and drink it from a pisco glass, which is a small glass with a bulbous bottom and a flute-like nose.”

I ask Sam if they would serve it chilled or with ice to which he says ‘no’ as it would mute the flavour and aroma. Room temperature is best, which then puts me in mind of Eaux de Vies, fruitflavoured clear spirits.

While Peruvians tend to sip pisco throughout the meal, Sam finds that many of their non-Peruvian diners will try it towards the end of the meal or afterwards. All the staff are well-versed about the different styles of pisco and promote it the same way as they talk about wine.

middle.”

Sam then tells me that the most aromatic grape is the Italia which is a type of Muscat grape and gives very floral and citrus characteristics. He also explains that the Quebranta grape is the most commonly used, present in around 80% of all piscos, and is a non-aromatic variety that shows more roasted nut aromas and flavours as well as stone fruits. The least aromatic grape is Moller (pronounced moyer) which resembles apples, herbs, peaches and honey.

More than just a sour?

Whilst Pisco is more than “the sour” this is by far the most popular serve. We asked Barsol how to make the perfect Pisco Sour

INGREDIENTS

50ml BarSol Primero Quebranta

25ml lime juice

25ml sugar syrup

1 egg white

METHOD

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, first dry shake all ingredients, then add ice and wet shake. Finally,double strain into your choice of glass.

GARNISH

Drops of Angostura bitters.

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LOW, NO & SOFTS

NOT JUST FOR JANUARY

No and low alcohol alternatives remain a key item to offer consumers, although carbonated soft drinks and fresh juices are by far the most popular option for consumers moderating their alcohol intake in the on-trade. We expect to see premium juices and carbonated drinks to continue to grow their on-trade presence.

PRICE PERCEPTION

Price is a key sticking point for many consumers, with 70% not prepared to pay the same amount for no/low as they would be for the alcoholic equivalent. Bars are expected to get creative with their soft and low-alcohol options to try and capture more spend from moderating consumers.

THE MIGHTY BOOCH?

Kombucha and other fermented drinks, such as mexican tepache (a fermented spice pineapple drink with a low ABV), allow for consumers to explore healthy serves, and interesting flavours. Other benefits such as mood or energy boosting are also attractive to consumers; 18% of under 25s would be interested in a low/ no alcohol drink that has energy boosting properties. As more consumers look to explore benefits of drinks and 36% of consumers wanting more information around ABV on menus we expect to see more innovation in the on-trade this year.

Source: PROOF POURtraits Sept 22, Oct 22

BEER, FIT FOR ALL TIMES

Athletic is now B-Corp Certified That means we are using our breweries as a force for good to further our foundational values of Quality, Inclusion, Innovation, Integrity and Community.

Athletic was named Brewbound's Craft Brewery of the Year, and in 2022, Athletic was named one of TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies, and #26 on the Inc 5000 List.

Athletic launched a new brewery in Connecticut in 2022 and now has over 5 million cases of production capacity across its two breweries in the US, making it the largest brewery dedicated to alcohol-free craft beer

Athletic is the #1 selling craft alcohol-free brand in the US.

FROBISHERS

Each delicately bubbling Sparkling Pressé is ready to grab and go. The convenience of canned soft drinks, with the elevated flavour pairings of Frobishers.

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Choose from our range of 12 delicious avours:

Orange, Cloudy Apple, Mango, Pineapple, Peach, ACE, Strawberry, Pear, Cranberry, Multi-Vitamin Tropical, Tomato and Pink Grapefruit 100%

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Wildly Delicious Drinks

Free from artificial sweeteners, preservatives and flavourings. We choose natural over artificial, every time.

Our factory is powered by solar panels producing up to 30% of our energy needs.

The Belvoir Farm range are delicious as soft drinks, but also perfect for making cocktails.

Eld Spritz

Ingredients

15ml Belvoir Farm

Elderflower Cordial

Prosecco

Sprigs of Mint

Rhubar b & Raspberry Cooler

Ingredients

250ml Belvoir Farm

Raspberry Lemonade

50ml Rhubarb Gin

Fresh Raspberries

Ice Sprigs of Mint

Method

Fill an highball glass with ice

Pour in the rhubarb gin

Top up with Belvoir Farm

Raspberry Lemonade

Gently stir

Garnish with mint and fresh raspberries

Method

Add the Elderflower Cordial to a champagne flute

Top up with the prosecco (about 3/4 full)

Garnish with mint leaves

Ingredients

½ Lemon & Lime

Gin Fizz

50ml London Dry Gin

50ml Prosecco

Belvoir Farm Sparkling

Elderflower

Method

Add bruised mint leaves to a glass

Ice

Sprigs of Mint

Squeeze in the lemon & lime

Fill the glass with ice

Add the gin and prosecco

Top up with Belvoir Farm

Sparkling Elderflower

Gently stir and garnish with mint

Add a splash of our Elderflower

Cordial for a stronger flavour

LUXURIOUS, NON ALCOHOLIC SPARKLING TEA

Meticulously crafted using the worlds finest single origin tea

Designed to pair beautifully with food

Multi award winning range

Non alcoholic alternative to wine and champagne

3 unique and distinctive tea expressions

Our Story

Saicho is the creation of Hong Kong native Natalie and her partner Charlie WinkworthSmith, who first established the luxurious effervescent tea brand in the United Kingdom.

The exciting new drink is the product of Natalie’s exposure to two well-established tea cultures and offers a unique and refreshing alternative for the growing discerning consumers who are seeking to drink less.

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“I’ve fallen (hard) for Saicho Sparkling Teas Tea has a complexity and dance of fragrances that appeals to my wine-loving senses; the fizz brings a sense of occasion and the drinks are sweetened with grape juice which mingles nicely with the astringent tannins in the tea.”

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18 month shelf life

BEER

2023 trends

PREMIUM LAGER

Demand for premium lager has skyrocketed over 2022 and shows no signs of losing momentum. This is being led by world speciality lagers which is the no.1 beer for UK consumers accounting for the UK. With 1 in 5 (22%) of beer drinkers drinking less often but treating themselves to better quality, the premiumisation trend in lager is set to continue into 2023.

Source: PROOF Insight, POURTRAITS Sept 2022, CGA MAT to 08.10.22

HIGH & LOW ABV

Higher ABV beers have a higher quality perception among craft beer drinkers compared to their lower ABV counterparts. The PintPlease beer rating app shows a strong positive correlation between ABV and rating score. 34% of 18-44s are looking to drink less often but treat themselves to better quality drinks so we expect higher ABV craft beers to prove popular in the coming year. Although, with more consumers looking to moderate their alcohol intake, there is also a growing market for lower ABV beers.

Source: PROOF Intelligence Craft Beer Report, PROOF Insight, POURTRAITS Sept 22

ACCESSIBLE CRAFT BEER

With 56% of beer drinkers enjoying trying something new when consuming alcoholic drinks, there is an untapped opportunity in the craft beer world. Many consumers remain confused by the complexity of craft beer, with 43% not knowing where to start when navigating the category. Studies have shown that venues that are approachable and offer free tasters gain more loyalty and return custom from these customers.

Source: PROOF Insight, POURTRAITS Feb 22, PROOF Intelligence: Craft Beer report

BEER WITH FOOD

Beer has gained value share (+1.2pp) from wine (-2.8pp) in restaurants in the past 3 years as consumers increasingly look to pair beer with their food. Draught world lager is the beer of choice in restaurants, now accounting for 53.3% of beer value share in the channel, an increase of +20.8pp on 3 years ago. Consumers also enjoy pairing beers and cuisines of the same origin; 43% of under-45s would prefer to drink Italian beer over beer from another country when eating Italian food.

Source: PROOF Insight, POURTRAITS Oct 2022, CGA OPM Half Year to 08.10.22

CELLAR TECHNICAL SERVICES

In a quest to create the perfect FAQ section, we asked our team, “what is the most asked question when speaking with our customers?” The answer to this came without much thought or hesitation, and despite being pipped into first place by ‘we cant find you’ (one of the downsides of our depot being in rural Warwickshire), there was one clear winner by a country mile.*

I have a problem in my cellar, who do I call?

This question is frequently delivered in a tone of panic and accompanied by gas hissing or (worse) beer flowing onto the cellar floor or (even more catastrophic) no beer coming out the taps. But the answer isn’t always that simple. So, when faced with this query, our team can only answer it effectively once we’ve asked a question.

“Who is your lead/domain brewer? “

This is usually followed by a pause and ponder from the caller, swiftly followed by, “What the

hell does that mean?” So in this article, we try to explain in more detail and offer some guidance you can share with your team when you need some assistance when that time comes.

For all cellar and drinks dispense problems, the brand owner of the products provides first-line technical services support. However, in most cases, one brewer/supplier/producer will cover all of your cellar equipment if they occupy a majority share of your draught lines. This is known as the ‘lead or domain brewer’

SO, WHO IS YOUR LEAD / DOMAIN BREWER?

when this happens. Whoever this is, they will be the number you call when any cellar issues arise.

OK, how do i find out who mine is?

The ’lead brewer’ is known as a brewer that occupies the majority of the taps at your venue. They are responsible for servicing and

maintaining the remote beer cooler in the cellar, pythons, the primary gas-reducing valve, their branded fonts and underbar secondary cooling.

A brand owner who is not a lead brewer is only responsible for their font, underbar secondary cooling, backboard equipment in the cellar and secondary gas-reducing valves.

SO WHO ARE YOU GOING TO CALL?

you’re singing ghostbusters right?

• If all beers are fobbing/not pouring and your remote cooler is not working correctly, you should contact your lead brewer.

• If you have one product down and everything else is pouring correctly, at the correct temperature, you should contact the brand owner of the product.

• If you have issues with a cask handpull/beer engine for a permanent cask ale installation, you should contact the brand owner of the product.

• If you have a gas leak that isn’t isolated to a particular keg/container, contact your lead brewer.

• If you have issues with a handpull/keg line for an independent rotating keg or cask ale, you should contact the installers of this equipment.

TECHNICAL NUMBERS

Scan the QR code to see an extensive list of brand owners, brewers and suppliers alongside the brands they own.

FREE CELLAR POSTERS

The Inn Express free cellar posters are waterproof and full of helpful guidance. Separate keg & cask posters available. They also include a handy space to record your cellar tech number to ensure issues are fixed ASAP.

Head over to www. inn-express.com and search ‘cellar poster’ to order your FREE posters.

In 2016, GlassHouse spawned from a greenhouse in South Birmingham and has since grown to a 10bbl capacity microbrewery. From conception, our mission has remained the same: to brew the freshest beer possible with a focus on balance and drinkability.

Bucking the DIPA trend, we set out to brew something with all the flavour and body craft beer drinkers had come to expect but at a sessionable ABV.

‘Bringing Seshy Back’ session pale has since become quintessentially GlassHouse: soft, light and crushable with bursts of citrus zest and an underpinning grist interplay, all at a more-than-pintable 3.5%. Seshy is back.

From pales to stouts, lagers to IPAs and everything in between, the common thread is quality. We always utilise the freshest hops and highest quality malt to continuously develop recipes. A combination of innovation and modern techniques ensure we deliver the best beer possible in keg, cask and can.

We’re looking to get out on the road again this year and meet more of our customers in person. If you’re interested in hosting us for a tap takeover or a meet the brewer event at your bar, we’d love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @glasshousebeer or drop us an email to

trade@glasshousebeer.co.uk.

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“With what else is on the market, this is pretty different - and authenticity comes with it. Lovely story. Been executed very well”

International Beer Challenge Design Judge

“Glorious notes of lemon, sherbet, passionfruit and mango -a fabulous drink”

Great British Food Awards Judge

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Introducing The Jiddler

Hello, my name is Jacob Liddle, The Jiddler, and this is my Tipple! I launched Jiddler’s Tipple in October 2019 with the aim of creating inclusive, delicious and eco-friendly beer. I’ve homebrewed for many years and have always had a passion for good food and drink - as well as sharing it with others! Last February I managed to leave my “day job” and go full time “beer baron” and since then, Jiddler’s Tipple has become a stand out local brew. Here’s what you need to know…

Super Tasty & Sessionable

All of our core range beers are 3.8%, but brewed to have taste and body, despite their lower ABV. So you can enjoy a couple (or more) without getting too wobbly!

Carbon Negative

We built in carbon offsetting from the start so it’s part of Jiddler’s Tipple DNA. Consequently, we decided to offset 25% more carbon than we produce so that we can not only “wipe our face”, but also give something back. We work with TIST (The International Small Group and Tree Planting Program) to offset our carbon. We also use paper labels instead of plastic.

Award

Winning

We don’t like to brag. So we let London Beer Competition, World Beer, International Beer Challenge, Great British Food and Great Taste Awards do it for us. We have dozens of awards across Taste and Design including having won Best Beer in the Great British Food Awards in 2022.

London Based & Independent

We are a small, independent business based in Turnpike Lane, North London.

Vegan & Gluten Free

Wedon’twantanyonetomissouton thefunsowe’vemadethecorerange veganandglutenfree,sotheyareas inclusiveaspossible.

Vintage Shirts

All the beers are wrapped in vintage shirt patterns. This means they’re as easy on the eyes as they are on the taste buds! I’ve been collecting vintage and retro clothing for over 15 years, so my biggest inspiration for the brand ending up coming from my wardrobe. I didn’t have to look far in order to find a treasure trove of lost artwork, colourful designs, and bold patterns.

PREMIUM BRITISH CRAFT BEERS

Designed from a culmination of passion for food & drink and having the input of chefs & award winning Brewers - We are proud to produce some of the most unique & bold beers that stand out from the crowd!

Empress IPA 5.9%

A classic IPA but with the Empress modern twist. A big hitter but with a well balanced flavour profile

Voted in the Independent as one of the best IPA’s in 2021

Empress PALE 4.5%

The original Empress beer that started it all. Smooth, with a citrus and malty finish. A well balanced & versatile beer that appeals across the board

Gluten Free

Empress GF lager 4.5%

Our newest addition to the Empress family, a real lager of distinction. Crisp, clean & refreshing, this is a game changer being gluten free aswell

Put Empress GF Lager to the test against other lagers out there

why stock empress

Brewed in the UK

30L keg & 330ml bottle

Our Lager is gluten free

All beers are Vegan friendly

Sustainable

The brewery self-sufficient for C02 when its comes to brewing and packaging

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Well balanced & versatile

Flavoursome & perfect with food

30L KEGS

SESSION

NOW CERTIFIED GLUTEN FREE

INTRODUCTORY OFFER!

£5 OFF PER 30L

IN MARCH & APRIL

UPFRONT HOP AROMAS OF GRAPEFRUIT, CITRUS AND TROPICAL FRUIT GIVE WAY TO A JUICY AND MOREISH FLAVOUR WITH A SOFT BITTERNESS. VEGAN FRIENDLY AND NATURALLY HAZY.

£92.99

ALSO AVAILABLE PERMANENTLY

OATMEAL STOUT • 4.6% ABV • VEGAN

NOTES OF DRIED FRUIT, ROASTED COFFEE AND CARAMEL ARE BALANCED BY CREAMY OATS, GIVING THIS STOUT IT’S CHARACTERISTIC SMOOTH AND LUXURIOUS MOUTHFEEL.

DDH PALE: CITRA • 5% ABV • VEGAN

JUICY AND SOFT PALE WITH MASSES OF CITRA DRY HOP. INTENSE, ZESTY AROMA WITH GRAPEFRUIT AND TROPICAL FRUIT FLAVOURS IN ABUNDANCE..

2023 KEG COLLABORATIONS: HEIST, ABBEYDALE, ATTIC, SIREN + MORE!

FOR BEST RESULTS USE 60/40 GAS.

THE FASTEST GROWING ON TRADE WORLD BEER RATE OF

RIDE OUR WAVE

INSTALLS IN 2022*

RETENTION RATE* *Internal data FY 2022.** IRi Scantrack, Volume Sales vs YA, Total Off Trade Excluding Discounters, L52wks to 22.04.23

GET A FREE KEG ON INSTALL , ANOTHER AFTER 12 WEEKS AND A FREE POS KIT

POS KIT INCLUDES: GLASSWARE, BAR RUNNERS, DRIP MATS, 6 PREMIUM PARASOLS, 1 A-BOARD

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Attic Brew Co. was born from a desire to see the repretation of Birmingham-brewed beer grow to match the stature of the second city. Since opening in 2018, we have been proud to play a part in the huge growth of our thriving beer scene here, with our forward thinking beer fast becoming Birmingham’s best-loved craft brand. We’re here to show off some of the magic that makes Brum such a great city.

Our forward thinking beer is brewed for forward thinking drinkers. Designed to be approachable and easy drinking whilst still packing huge flavour, our core range provides something for everyone. Coupled with our award-winning branding that grabs the consumers eye as soon as they reach the bar, it’s no wonder so many Birmingham bars love having Attic beer on their taps.

A full-flavoured, premium quality lager. Using Birmingham’s unusually soft (and delicious) water, we’re able to achieve a crisp yet sweet pilsner in the style of traditional Czech lager brewing. This classic style balances spicy noble hops with sweet biscuit malts for the ultimate UK lager experience.

Our flagship pale and the ultimate crowd pleaser, full of citrus and peach flavours, with a little pithy bitterness. Hazy, hoppy and pillowy soft, it’s designed to be the beer you come back to every time and it never disappoints.

The brewers’ favourite, this IPA bursts with flavours of grapefruit and stone fruit. This delightful drop balances big fruit-forward hop flavour with slight bitterness from the hop profile and a smooth yet bold mouthfeel. No matter the occasion, this beer is a hit.

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A QUICK QUIDE TO MATCHING YOUR BEERS TO YOUR FOOD

food & BEER MATCHING

WHY SHOULD WINE HAVE ALL THE FUN?

With recent CGA data suggesting that consumers are looking to cut back on eating and drinking out marginally, now is the time to offer your customers an unforgettable experience ‘in venue’. Whilst this will help with repeat custom, it’s also critical to think about driving that ever-important extra spend per head.

One way to do that is the tried and tested method employed by sommeliers worldwide: food and drink

matching. When matching drinks with food, it is essential to consider how the two elements can complement each other. A well-paired drink can enhance the flavours of the food and vice versa, creating a harmonious balance. This not only adds to the overall experience but also demonstrates the restaurant’s attention to detail and expertise, which can further impress customers.

FOLLOW OUR SIMPLE GUIDE TO MATCHING FOOD & BEER

ASK YOUR ACCOUNT MANAGER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR PARTNER SUPPLIERS THAT CAN HOST IMMERSIVE EVENTS FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS

PUREST INGREDIENTS

FINEST QUALITY

BACK ON DRAUGHT, WITH THE SAME GREAT TASTE YOU KNOW AND LOVE.

1 FREE 30L KEG ON INSTALL

1 WEEKS’ WORTH OF FREE STOCK AFTER 6 MONTHS

1 WEEKS’ WORTH OF FREE STOCK AFTER 12 MONTHS PLUS GLASSWARE

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STILL 100% FAMILY OWNED, OPERATED AND ARGUED OVER.

GREAT BEER THAT’S GREAT FOR THE PLANET

Since 2007 BrewDog has been on a mission to make other people as passionate about great beer as they are. From bold, uncompromising pack leaders like the flagship Punk IPA, to down to earth easy drinking favourites such as Planet Pale, BrewDog brews beer that blow’s people’s minds and has kick-started a revolution.

Buy any two 30L kegs of Punk IPA or Planet Pale and get one keg free plus branded glassware.

BrewDog is a Positive Planet Certified Carbon Negative company. By measuring our carbon footprint, investing in high quality carbon removals and making stone cold commitments to further reductions in future, we’re verifiably reducing our impact on the planet!

Punk IPA is the UK’s favourite craft beer selling 31.7m pints a year at total trade level*

Planet Pale increased it’s On Trade value by 8X in 2022 and is now an On Trade brand worth £6m**

* Source: CGA OMPS PO2 MAT 25.02.23 & Nielsen Scantrack 28.02.2023

**Source: CGA OMPS PO2 MAT 25.02.23

THE FRESH PILSENER SINCE 1824.

Fresh VELTINS.

INSTALL VELTINS PILSENER AND RECEIVE 1 X 50L KEG FREE OF CHARGE PLUS PREMIUM POS KIT (12 X STEIN PINT GLASSES / 3 X BAR RUNNERS / 50 0 X DRIP-MATS)

AUTHENTIC IMPORTED PILSENER

Veltins is an independent family owned brewery now in its 5th generation

PROVEN SALES

A top 3 premium brand in Germany with an excellent reputation for quality worldwide

T&Cs apply. While stocks last

FRESH VELTINS

Brewed using water from our own mountain springs and unpasteurised to provide full pilsener flavour and fresh taste

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Beer at its best.

Producers of Germany’s best selling draft beer

Bitburger is one of Germany’s leading brands and is the number one draught lager in a land where they know a good beer when they taste one. It is already making significant gains in the UK in premium quality outlets and is guaranteed to be a top seller for any licensee whose customers demand the best.

To find out more about the Bitburger collection scan the QR code or visit https://adnams.co.uk/ pages/bitburger

The Adnams and Bitburger partnership Partners for over 30 years, Adnams and Bitburger are committed to quality and share a sustainable ethos. It’s the perfect pairing.

The Suffolk-based brewer and distiller imports and distributes Bitburger’s beers throughout the UK alongside its own beer on and off trade.

Over the past 30 years, Adnams has seen the range of Bitburger products available in the UK extend: from its Pilsner style beers, Bitburger Pils and König Pilsener, to Kostritzer, a black lager; wheat beer, Benediktiner; and the alcohol-free beer, Bitburger Drive.

HOW MUCH GAS DO I NEED?

When dispense gas prices are on the way up and at times it seems that consistent availability is going the opposite direction, its now more important than ever to get a good understanding of how product you can dispense on one canister.

Dispense capacities can only be given as an approximate guide due to many factors such as:

• Gas Pumps for cask ales: these can be heavy users of gas

• Line Cleaning: various methods used, predominantly pressurising a line cleaning bottle with gas, this will be affected by the size of the bottle and by the number of dispense heads

• Most cellars may experience background leaks at some point

NOTE: ALL DISPENSE CAPACITIES QUOTED ARE 11 GALLON KEGS ALL FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE AND TO BE USED AS A GUIDE ONLY

KEG CONNECTORS

Whether you call it a keg connector a coupler or a fitment.. There is a world of names for these essential pieces of equipment. But for any draft beer or soft drink system the performance of the keg coupler is vital. The keg coupler connects the gas and beverage lines to the keg and ensures a pressurized flow from the keg.

DRAUGHT KEG FITTINGS

& THE PRODUCERS WHO USE THEM

(A) A-Type:

(KK) Key Keg: (G) Grundy:

CO2

(M) M-Type:

(S) Sankey:

(U) U-Type:

BEVERAGE GAS CYLINDER & VALVE IDENTIFICATION

ALL INN EXPRESS BEVERAGE GAS IS SUPPLIED BY AIR LIQUIDE

MIXED GAS

CO2 cylinders are characterised by a purple valve guard with a grey cylinder body. Unlike mixed gas Co2 has no ID tags

MALE CONNECTOR

MIXED GAS cylinders are characterised by a pink valve guard. The cylinder body is grey with a green shoulder.

FEMALE CONNECTOR

MIXED GAS TAGS

MIXED GAS ID TAGS ARE FITTED TO ALL MIXED GAS CYLINDERS.

IF NO TAG PLEASE DO NOT USE CYLINDER

BUT WHICH ONE DO YOU NEED?

CO ² GAS LAGERS, CIDERS, ALES

40/60 GAS

LAGERS, CIDERS, ALES

30/70 GAS

ALES & STOUTS

Kegstar, E-Keg, Carlsberg, Heineken, Westons, Asahi UK Schneider

Guinness/Diageo, Shepherd Neame Molson Coors, Thatchers BBG

TAKE A TRIP INTO THE WORLD OF SOUR BEERS

SOUR BEER 101:

Sour beers have been gaining popularity in recent years. These brews, with their tart and acidic flavors, offer a refreshing and complex drinking experience that appeals to a wide range of customers.

From innovative fruited sours to classic Belgian lambicsw, sour beers come in a variety of styles, each with its distinctive flavor profile.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the different types of sour beers that are perfect for ontrade pubs and bars. So whether you’re a seasoned beer enthusiast or just starting to explore the world of sours, we’ve got you covered.

LAMBIC:

Lambic is a Belgian-style sour beer brewed using wild yeasts and bacteria found in the air and on the fruit’s skin. The wort is left to cool in the open air, allowing these microorganisms to inoculate the beer naturally. Lambics are typically aged in oak barrels for several months to years, giving them their unique flavour profile. They are often tart and sour, with fruit, funk, and earthiness notes. Lambics are often blended to create a balanced flavour profile, with younger and older beers combined to create a complex flavour.

GUEUZE:

Gueuze is a blend of young and old Lambics that is highly carbonated and has a complex flavour profile. Young Lambics are typically one year old or less, while older Lambics can be up to 3 years old. The blend of young and old Lambics gives Gueuze its unique flavour profile, often described as “funky” and “champagnelike.” Gueuze is tart and sour, with fruity and floral notes that balance the sourness. It is usually aged in the bottle, which allows it to continue fermenting and developing flavour over time.

WORTH A TRY: Lindemans Framboise Kriek Boon

WORTH A TRY: Geuze Oude Boon

What started as possibly the smallest commercial brewery in Edinburgh back in 2018 has quickly grown into something much more. We’re an independent craft brewery and Scotland’s largest sour beer producer making heavily fruited, modern sour beers in Portobello, Edinburgh. It’s a great place to call home, and even nicer when we think back on the early days brewing beer in our founder’s basement.

STRAWBERRY SUNDAE PACKED WITH JUICY SCOTTISH STRAWBERRIES & SWEET VANILLA

MODERN SOUR BEER

Since the early days of Vault City we’ve always focussed on making beers that we would enjoy ourselves. Creating a dedicated sour beer brewery sounded pretty silly 5 years ago, but we found a niche that we loved, and we quickly grew from there to become the most checked-in sour brewery in Europe on Untappd. Our mixed fermentation base beer pairs perfectly with real fruit ingredients, and we use literally tonnes of the stuff in our recipes to help push the boundaries of what people would typically expect from a beer. Nothing captures this more than our core range of Cloudy Lemonade and Strawberry Sundae, with bright colours and bold flavours.

CORE RANGE AVAILABLE IN 30L KEG & 24 X 440ML CANS

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New limited edition rotational releases available every 2-3 weeks

Expect mouth-watering flavours of traditional strawberries and cream in Strawberry Sunday whilst Cloudy Lemonade bursts with citrus flavours from fresh lemon juice and zest

Acidity is crucial to the flavor profile of sour beers, produced by bacteria like lactobacillus and wild yeasts like Brettanomyces. Acidity levels vary from mild tartness to intense sourness, and can be balanced with other flavors to create a complex beer. High acidity also preserves sour beers and allows them to age well, developing new flavors over time. Without acidity, sour beers would not exist.

GOSE:

FRUITED SOURS:

Fruited Sours are all about showcasing the flavours and variety of the fruits used. Fruit is the perfect component for sour beer because it’s naturally acidic and lends itself to the style. We tend to ferment our base beer and then add fruit into the tank for secondary fermentation to give added complexity and intensity to the fruit’s character.

Fruit is also very varied in its pairings, so it can be used with various adjuncts to create great combinations. Fruited sours are an extension or indeed take heavy inspiration from classic fruited lambic but with more focus on flavour intensity and boldness.

WORTH A TRY:

SAISON:

Gose is another German-style sour beer brewed with coriander and salt. The coriander gives the beer a slightly spicy flavour, while the salt gives it a unique tart and salty taste. Gose is light and refreshing, with a somewhat cloudy appearance and a tangy finish. It is often brewed with wheat and malted barley and then fermented with a mix of yeasts and lactobacillus bacteria.

WORTH A TRY: Magic Rock

A light-bodied beer that is typically golden or amber in color, with a fluffy white head. It has a complex aroma, with fruity and spicy notes, and hints of pepper, coriander, and citrus. The flavor of Saison is balanced, with a sweet maltiness and dry finish. The beer has a refreshing acidity and a slight bitterness, with flavors of citrus, banana, and clove. The spiciness of Saison comes from the use of Belgian yeast, which produces a range of unique flavors and aromas.

WORTH A TRY: Saison

Du Pont

Vault City Srawberry Sundae

Salty Kiss

WHAT’S WITH THE ACID?

BERLINER WEISSE:

Berliner Weisse is a German-style sour beer that is light and refreshing, with a low alcohol content. It is typically brewed using a mix of malted barley and wheat and then fermented with a yeast and lactobacillus bacteria blend. The lactobacillus bacteria give the beer its unique sour flavour, often described as “lemony” or “tart.” Berliner Weisse is usually served with fruit syrups, balancing the sourness and offering a slightly sweet flavour.

ONE TO TRY:

FLANDERS RED ALE:

Flanders Red Ale is a Belgian-style sour beer aged in oak barrels and often blended with younger beer to balance the sourness. It is typically brewed with malted barley, wheat, and sometimes corn or oats. The beer is then fermented with a blend of yeasts and bacteria, which gives it its unique sour flavour. Flanders Red Ale is often described as deep red, with a complex aroma of fruit, vinegar, and oak. The taste is sour and tart, with cherry, raspberry, and plum notes.

WORTH A TRY: Duchess De Bourgogne, Rodenback Grand Cru

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Mikeller Hallo Ich Bin Raspberry Berliner

A delicious fresh fruit beer brewed with 100% natural ingredients. The perfect summer drink!

Rodenbach Fruitage is a blend of aged ale, young ale and 7% cherries, which gives it its sweet-sourness and fruity notes. Pure refreshment. Flavoured by adding ice cubes, a slice of lime and mint: the perfect cocktail! - Rudi Ghequire, brewmaster reasons to stock fruitage:

- 3.9% ABV

- Supportive POS Kit

- Unique Perfect Serve

- 100% Natural Ingredients

- Refreshing Fruit Beer

- Fruit Cider Alternative

- Low Calorie Beer

- 20L Return Kegs

- Installs Available

- Fantastic Margin

Contact your Inn Express Account Manager to discuss getting Fruitage installed at your venue.

At Adnams, we love what we do, and we’ve done it for a while now - 150 years to be exact. We are distinctive brewers, distillers, wine merchants, retailers, publicans, and hoteliers. We craft well-loved premium beers and spirits, and our focus, is to create memorable moments to give our customers experiences that delight. Discover the principles that guide us:

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What do Taylor ’s brewers and seasoned chefs have in common?

Creating delicious food starts with using the best ingredients Our brewers believe the same is true for beer That’s why they always insist on using whole leaf hops, rather than the hop pellets used by most brewers. It’s because the more delicate aromatics present in hops

can be lost in the processing of pellets Although more costly, only whole leaf hops let our brewers create the balance and layers of flavour you expect from a pint of Landlord Much like a good chef always uses fresh herbs, We think the proof of the pudding is in the drinking

All for that taste of Taylor ’s

For Support contact Nathan on 07717 711997 or email nathan.mclennan@timtaylors.co.uk

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