Inn Express Spring 2026 Drinks Brochure | Alcohol Wholesale UK

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THE SPRING COLLECTION AT A GLANCE

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4 DEAL INDEX A summary of the deals in one handy list.

6 OOOH SHINY A small selection of our newest products for Spring 2026.

12 BEER & CIDER

22 ATTIC HAS SOME NEW CLOTHES 2026 brings a fresh new look & we love it!

24 GLUTEN FREE BEER No longer a second rate option.

88 FROM SCHREMSER WITH LOVE Brewed for us, imported from Austria.

110 PRESSING MATTERS It's time to talk real cider!

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124 EVERY GLASS MATTERS Mixers are rising to the main event.

132 WINE WINES TO FLAT WHITES Our new coffee partner - Cotswold Coffee Co.

162 DO U MIX? Yes, we do and now it's easier than ever!

170 WINE

171 VINANCIAL TIMES The value for trading up is now even clearer. Updated for 2026

176 NOT JUST FOR GYROS Greek wine deserves a spot on your list.

180 DIRTY GRAPES - CLEAN MARGIN Organic wines offer a huge margin potential.

162 DO U MIX? Yes, we do and now it's easier than ever!

187 SPIRITS & LIQUEURS

188 WASTE NOT.. WANT ANOTHER Sustainable spirits have never been in higher demand.

214 MARGS WITHOUT THE MESS Top tier Margaritas in can & draught

224 RUM WITH SOME PUNCH Scotch bonnet rum from Island Slice - A must try!

SPRING DEALS

Deal Index Deal Index

BEER & CIDER

SOFT DRINKS & SNACKS

SPIRITS & LIQUEURS

WINE

INSTALL PROMOS

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A selection of our newest arrivals worth making space for.

Talonmore

Inspired by the versatility of Edinburgh’s historic charm, natural surroundings and festival spirit, Talonmore is a unique blend of complex and fiery flavours. Using a mix of rooted and plant-based ingredients, Talonmore can be used to replicate spirit strength drinks in a multitude of non-alcoholic cocktails and beverages.

The lingering taste is fired by the spice of ginger and cinnamon whilst complemented with malty notes and fruit sweetness.

The Cotswold Coffee Co

Inn Express now partners with Cotswold Coffee to offer a complete coffee solution, from commercial machines and barista training to proactive technical support. Backed by 30 years of family-run expertise, it’s proper coffee support for the on-trade.

Another Hendricks Gin

Another Hendrick’s expresses a new side to Hendrick's Gin. Hendrick’s infused with Orange Blossom & Cacao.

The bold juniper character is enhanced by velvety rich notes of cacao with citrus elements of orange blossom leading into the smooth and sweet finish. Serve with tonic or elderflower & soda. Garnish with an orange twist.

Steez Pale Ale

Yonder Brewing | 4.2%

30L Keg - 440ml Can

Yonder’s Steez is a modern craft pale ale defined by balance, restraint and quiet confidence. Soft, hazy and beautifully rounded, it delivers vibrant hop character without sharp edges or overload, making it as approachable as it is memorable.

Catalyse Life

Catalyse Life Enhanced Sparkling Waters delivers a range of premium functional sparkling drinks infused with natural botanicals, vitamins, minerals and adaptogens to support energy, immunity, relaxation and beauty. Low calorie, vegan and gluten-free, the range gives venues a sophisticated, healthminded alternative to sugary soft drinks and alcohol-free option

12 X 440ml Can

Meili Vodka

Meili’s founders, Jason Momoa & Blaine Halvorson, are two brothers cut from the same cloth. We craft Meili using pure water - needing zero treatment or filtration, combined with hand-selected grains from our farms in Montana. We distil only once, allowing the quality of our ingredients to shine as the showcase of our spirit - all in our 100% post-consumer recycled glass bottle. We believe we’ve created the best-tasting and most sustainable vodka on the planet with Meili - and we’re thrilled to share that with you.”

Funkstille

Blaufränkisch

A classic style of Blaufränkisch from Burgenland which is fresh

A TRADE SHOW WORTH THE TRIP

07.05.26 THE BOND 180-182 Fazeley St Birmingham B5 5SE

This trade day is about spending real time with producers we enjoy working with. The people behind the drinks, pouring their own products and speaking honestly about what they make, why it matters, and how each drink fits comfortably into your list that your customers enjoy.

You can taste across our wine portfolio, explore some of the UK’s best independent producers, and discover brands we are proud to supply. It is a chance to ask questions, try things at your own pace, maybe strike an exclusive deal and leave with ideas that make sense for your list. Independent producers, world-class brands, drinks on us

WHAT YOU GET

• Sample our new 2026 wine portfolio

• Meet independent & artisanal producers

• Explore world-class brands

• Free category masterclasses

• Exclusive trade-day deals

• Swag bags, samples & ideas you can use

WHY NOT BRING SOME OF THE TEAM?

SCAN TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

BEER & CIDER

THE 2026 TREND REPORT

No-Alcohol That Tastes Like Beer

Alcohol-free beer has stepped up, delivering flavour and body that rivals full-strength pints. Adding a couple of quality no-alcohol options ensures you don’t lose sales to moderation and shows customers they can still enjoy a proper pint without compromise.

Freshness Matters

Consumers want beer at its best, which means fresher stock and faster rotation. Venues focusing on quality over sheer volume see better repeat sales. Keep lines moving, highlight freshness on menus, and shout about short supply chains to boost reputation.

Flavour First Ciders

Cider is stretching beyond sweet and simple, with heritage blends, drier profiles and inventive flavours growing in demand. Highlight cider pairings with food, rotate seasonal options, and position premium ciders as a credible alternative to wine or craft beer.

Lagers with Character

Drinkers are trading up from standard pours to genuine European imports and quality British-brewed lagers. Stocking both gives customers choice and confidence, while signalling your venue values flavour and authenticity. It’s an easy way to elevate your range and margins.

Session Strength Rules

Drinkers are leaning towards beers that deliver flavour without heavy ABVs. Sub-5% pale ales, modern bitters and crisp lagers are seeing renewed interest. Highlight sessionable cask lines and approachable pales on boards and menus to encourage repeat orders and longer visits.

Rotating Craft Lines

Too many venues carry multiple lagers that all do the same job. Replacing one with a rotating craft line won’t dent lager sales, but it will bring in a fresh audience looking for discovery and keep your bar offer dynamic.

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.

Mixed Gas | 10 Ltr Cylinders

Stouts & Ales

11-12Ales, Lagers & Ciders

11-12 Lagers & Cider

Lagers & Ciders

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:

Guinness/Diageo, Shepherd Neame

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

Molson Coors, Thatchers BBG / ABInbev (mostly)

Mostly used by craft breweries. Please see our website for up to date list

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 ALL INN EXPRESS BEVERAGE GAS IS SUPPLIED BY AIR LIQUIDE

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?

30/70 60/40 200 BAR 180 BAR

CO ² GAS LAGERS, CIDERS, ALES

40/60 GAS LAGERS, CIDERS, ALES

30/70 GAS ALES & STOUTS

Attic has marked the start of 2026 with a bold refresh of its branding, putting customer experience first and proudly representing the brewery’s Birmingham roots.

Born in South Birmingham in 2018 and built on hard graft, creativity and community. What started in an attic has grown into the largest independent brewery in the West Midlands, whilst remaining 100% owner-operated, self-funded and grounded.

“We’ve always made beer for everyone to enjoy” says Sam Back, one of Attic’s founders, “and part of that is making sure our branding and artwork is approachable enough for anyone to feel comfortable to give it a go. We know that once drinkers try the beer, they’ll come back for another”.

With the goal of becoming the Midland’s best-loved brewery, Attic has ambitious plans for 2026. Whilst the brewery has long been known by Brummies for its easy drinking beers, community taproom and colourful branding, the refreshed look will help make the range more accessible to new consumers.

Renowned marketing agency WAA Chosen have produced an evolution of the pattern-heavy, colourful branding that has been the cornerstone of Attic’s brand for several years. The result maintains a playful look, whilst simplifying the messaging, improving consistency across the range and showcasing artwork that is much more compelling for consumers.

2026 promises to be the most exciting year in Attic’s history, with well-placed investment expected to lead to significant growth in both the on- and off-trade and exciting developments to be announced that will help ensure the long-term security and continued success of the business.

“It’s a tough time for the industry at the moment” says Oli Hurlow, the brewery’s other founder, “so our ability to continue to grow, diversify and secure our long term future is something for us all to be incredibly proud of. A bold new look is just the start”.

For more information please contact:

Sales sales@atticbrewco.com

Paul, founder of Birmingham Brewing Company, takes a moment to explain gluten free beer, and why it’s good business.

Modern gluten free beer has come a long way. Our beers are brewed in exactly the same way as any great beer, using high-quality ingredients and the same care and attention — we simply use an enzyme during the brewing process to break down the gluten. There’s no taste compromise, just great beer that’s safe for coeliacs and those who are gluten intolerant.

All our Brummie beers are regularly lab tested to ensure they contain less than 20PPM of gluten giving total confidence in every pint. That quality is recognised beyond the gluten free category too — our beers have won awards in tastings alongside non-gluten free beers, and recently Bitter Brummie was named one of the best gluten free beers available by beer writer Pete Brown in The Times.

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Having a gluten free beer on draught is a quiet game changer. Being able to say “yes, we have a gluten free beer” instantly opens your venue up to a wider audience and builds loyalty. The gluten free market is growing fast, and the person with the dietary requirement is often the one who chooses the venue.

If they know you cater for them properly, they’ll choose you — and they’ll keep coming back, usually bringing friends with them.

I’ve been brewing gluten free beer since I started Birmingham Brewing Company over 10 years ago, with a simple aim: to make beer accessible to everyone. It’s an approach I’m still proud of today — and one that helps venues do better business.

If you have any questions, just reach out, WhatsApp, email or phone. I’m always happy to talk beer.

Cheers! Paul

Crucially,there’sno compromise.Moderngluten free beer doesn’t mean a nicheproductorasecondrateoption.

MEET THE BRUMMIES

ONE OF THE BEST GLUTEN FREE BEERS AVAILABLE

PETE BROWN, THE TIMES (Bitter Brummie)

SUPPLIED IN CASK, KEG & CAN

Brewed by these guys

Gluten free & vegan

Independent, local & socially conscious

Talking point beers

Dependable core range, exciting specials

No compromise on flavour or quality

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GLUTEN FREE PALE - 4.2%

Soft, hoppy pale with saturated flavour and low bitterness Amarillo on hot & cold side delivers a fragrant mix of floral citrus layered with subtle peach and nectarine Super drinkable and gluten-free

CANS 12 x 500ml ~ £33.99

SANKEY 30L ~ £98 99

SANKEY 50L ~ £135.99

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PALE - 4.5%

Soft & clean, beautifully drinkable & juicy Hopping between 2 continents, utilising US Mosaic & Citra T90 and beautiful, bright top notes from New Zealand with fresh & vibrant Galaxy T90

CANS 12 x 500ml ~ £33.99

SANKEY 30L ~ £107.99

SANKEY 50L ~ £142 99

FOUNDED BY A BREWER & A MUSICIAN,

THE REST IS HISTORY

SCAN TO ORDER £22 + VAT

KIRKSTALL

Continuing a legacy of brewing left by the Cistercian monks of Kirkstall Abbey and the Kirkstall Brewery Co. of 1833-1983.

Beginning as Vertical Drinks, and importing the likes of Sierra Nevada, Odell and Stone since 2003, allowed them to learn from the masters before starting their own brewery in 2011. Known for consistency, quality and variety, Kirkstall produces world-class beers in a range of style for cask and keg, including Three Swords Extra Pale and Virtuous Session IPA.

Many of Kirkstall’s limited-edition special releases, including its historically inspired Prize Ales, still begin life on their original 8bbl brewhouse, whilst the newer kit is a state of the art, five-vessel 50HL brewhouse built by SSV, on which they brew everything from Three Swords destined for cask, to Judicious for can and keg.

VIRTUOUS

SESSION IPA

4.5%

Gluten-free and vegan, our flagship session IPA is crisp and bright in the West Coast style. Tropical and citrus fruits dominate, with hints of pine and a touch of blueberry, balanced by its complex malt base and a solid carbonation.

THREE SWORDS

EXTRA PALE ALE

4.5%

The name is derived from the coat of arms used by the Cistercian monks of Kirkstall Abbey. Three American hop varieties are used in abundance to deliver a crisp, aromatic pale ale with clean and refreshing citrus-fruit flavours.

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ALLSOPP’S 3.8% PALE DOUBLE DIAMOND

Brewed as a pale ale, drinks like a lager. A revival of the iconic beer, offering a bright, hoppy, and easy-drinking session pale ale with notes of fruit and a clean finish.

MASH GANG 0.5% IPA CHUG

A modern approach to a classic combination of hops. Citra and El Dorado create a tropical torrent. Heroic in haze, full flavoured and never brewed by halves.

It’s real simple. We brew beers we are proud of. Beers that we

We think that if we’re passionate about our beer, you will be too. We take a lot of time to get our brews right. Yes, we’re always open to new ideas and are ready to experiment, but we will never compromise. Every beer has to be distinctive, refreshing and darn right quaffable before it is given the right to display the famous Titanic ship.

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From humble beginnings 40 years ago, we’re proud to serve nearly 4 million pints every year to pubs across the country. From the award-winning Plum Porter to the classic refreshing Iceberg Extra Pale Ale, you can be sure There’s A Pint Of Titanic

As an independent, award-winning South West brewery with a proud heritage, creativity sits at the heart of everything we do — from the music and arts we support to the exceptional cask ales and dynamic range of keg beers we brew.

From crisp lagers to vibrant pale ales and our own Fresh Ale, our beers embody quality, innovation and craft. Trusted by pubs and loved by drinkers, we’re passionate about championing great beer and the creative energy that inspires it.

A highly sessionable beer, pale and golden in colour, with a fruity taste.

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LANDLORD

The well-loved 4.3% classic pale ale, well-balanced with a complex citrus and hoppy aroma. The most awarded beer in Britain.

LANDLORD DARK

A 4.3% dark ale with body and depth and a fruity, toasted aroma with hints of chocolate, citrus and roasted malts on the tongue.

BOLTMAKER

A 4% well-balanced, genuine Yorkshire Bitter, with a full measure of maltiness and a hoppy aroma.

GOLDEN BEST

A 3.4% light mild, with an amber colour, creamy flavour and refreshing taste. The last of the true Pennine light milds.

KNOWLE SPRING

A 4.2% easy-drinking blonde beer, with floral and grapefruit aromas, complex depth of flavour and aromatic citrus hops.

DARK MILD

A 3.4% dark ruby beer with roasted notes and a smooth, rich, creamy taste. Loved by those who enjoy a good mild.

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Do you have handling or life issues with cask beer? Ask your Inn Express Account Manager about Easy Cask! THE ORIGINAL INNOVATIVE SOLUTION, FOR DISPENSING CASK BEER WITH AN EXTENDED LIFE THROUGH A HANDPULL

New glassware for 2026

HOSONS MOULDED BAR RUNNERS

GET YOUR FIRST FREE 50-LITRE KEG ALONG WITH A GENEROUS POS PACKAGE ON INSTALL. RECEIVE YOUR SECOND FREE KEG AFTER 12 WEEKS IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED AT LEAST ONE KEG PER WEEK OVER THAT PERIOD.

The Premium British Lager that Works Hard on your Bar

1985 is the premium British lager with real provenance. Brewed onsite by Wye Valley Brewery — one of the UK’s largest independent, family-owned breweries and the team behind the ever popular Butty Bach and HPA — 1985 is rooted in genuine British brewing heritage

Such is the demand for the brewery’s beers in recent years, Wye Valley Brewery is expanding its site from 9 acres to 32 acres, increasing capacity to keep pace with the rising appetite for quality British beer. It’s this commitment to craft, scale and consistency that underpins 1985’s success.

Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, 1985 has evolved into a nationally relevant brand with bold,

modern, non localised branding designed to stand out on any bar. Brewed using 100% British malt and hops, it delivers a crisp, refreshing, easy drinking profile that keeps customers returning.

Commercially, 1985 is a smart install: competitively priced to deliver strong GP while still offering value to drinkers. Available in 50L kegs and 440ml cans, new stockists receive one free 50L keg on install, another free keg after three months, and a generous POS package — including a branded font, glassware, bar runners, beer mats and staff tees or polos (T&Cs apply) — plus full technical support.

Make 1985 your next smart install. Order directly through Inn Express.

proven in the trade

It’s pull is proven at major festivals including Chalfest, Nozstock, Welland Steam Rally, and this year’s Lakefest and it’s a favourite in food led venues such as The Beefy Boys, where it has proudly been served as the house lager since opening their first restaurant in 2016.

STOCKING ALL YOUR ESSENTIAL CONSUMABLE ITEMS PLUS MORE ...

BLUE ROLL

TOILET ROLL

BEER LINE CLEANER

NAPKINS

BAR EQUIPMENT & TOOLS

GLASSWARE

PAPER STRAWS

CANDLES

KEG CONNECTORS

CASK ALE TAPS & BUNGS

DISPOSABLE COFFEE CUPS

SUGAR STICKS

CELLAR GAS

PLASTIC GLASSWARE

DISH/GLASSWASH CHEMICALS

COCKTAIL UMBRELLAS

FREEZE DRIED GARNISHES

VACU VIN SUPPLIERS

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Lager Zero

Why Lager Zero belongs in your brilliant pub?

We wanted to capture the delights of Hawkstone Lager, but without the alcohol. And we have. The result is this smooth golden lager with well-balanced bitterness and sweetness, a pronounced hop character, and aromas of citrus and grain. It’s the Hawkstone you can enjoy, for when you have to be disappointingly sensible later.

For details on POS and support check out our 'new' trade portal: hawkstone.com/pages/stock-us.

Hawkstone Lager Zero is produced in 330ml bottles. So, speak to your wholesaler to find out more.

At Nirvana Brewery, we craft great-tasting beers without alcohol so everyone can enjoy the social buzz of sharing a drinkin the best places, with none of the compromise.

FULL-BODIED & SATISFYING CITRUSY & BOLD BALANCED & CRISP

TASTE NOTES

TASTE NOTES

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NUTTY & SATISFYING SPICY & FLORAL COMPLEX FINISH

STOUT DARK & SMOOTH

SMOOTH & VELVETY COFFEE & CARAMEL INDULGENT & SATISFYING

TASTE NOTES FRESH, HAZY AND UNFILTERED LIGHT, EASY DRINKING HINTS OF CLOVE AND BANANA

WHEAT BEER

LAGER BLENDED WITH NATURAL LEMONADE LIGHT, BALANCED CITRUS RADLAR DELIGHTFULLY REFRESHING

CLOUDY LEMON LAGER

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BREWERS OF SPECIALTY LAGERS AND BELGIAN-INSPIRED ALES

Lost and Grounded Brewers is an independent, award winning brewery based in Bristol. Established in July 2016, they operate from their state-of-the-art brewhouse to produce beers with balance, nuance and a depth of character. Renowned for their flagship lager KELLER PILS, which won Gold in the Kellerbier/Zwickelbier category at the 2023 World Beer Cup Awards®, their German-inspired range includes their HELLES - Unfiltered Lager and EXTRA NICE - Extra Dry Lager.

THEIR BEERS

KELLER PILS 4.8% Hop-Bitter Lager Beer

THEIR BREWHOUSE

Lost and Grounded have a clear focus on sustainable brewing and operate from their state-of-the-art German brewhouse complete with energy recovery technology and CO2 recapture. Whilst the brewhouse is ultra-modern, their process echoes traditional German brewing techniques which produce beers with smooth and rounded finishes.

Keller Pils is Lost and Grounded’s flagship lager and is the beer that founded the brewery. Using Pilsner malt from Germany and Belgium, and a combination of three traditional German hop varieties, the team produces what is largely heralded as the best and most unique lager in the UK.

HELLES 4.4% Unfiltered Lager Beer

Gentle and balanced, Helles exemplifies everything Lost and Grounded aim to achieve as lager brewers. Using the same pilsner malt blend as Keller Pils, and gently hopped with Magnum, Perle and Tettnang, this is a soft, bready, easydrinking rendition of a classic Helles lager.

EXTRA NICE 4% Extra Dry Lager

Brewed as a ‘Beer with Purpose’, Extra Nice supports Stonewall Housing with £1 from each keg and 5p from each can sold going to the charity. Using a portion of rice in the grist to soften the palate, this is a light, crisp lager promoting diversity, creativity and inclusivity.

All our beers are unfiltered, unpasteurised and vegan friendly.

WHAT IS THE MEANING BEHIND THE LOST AND GROUNDED NAME?

The ‘Lost’ bit is not knowing your whereabouts. Annie and I have lived all over the world –Australia, Belgium, the UK – and I have a US/ Chilean background, but I spent half my life in Australia. Bristol was a long-term stop for us and we wanted to remember what was important. The ‘Grounded’ flows through how we work, how we engage with our community and how we treat our customers and team.

DID YOU HAVE BREWING BACKGROUNDS BEFORE FOUNDING LOST AND GROUNDED BREWERS?

Yes, I’ve been in the industry for more than 20 years, starting as a brewer and working up to senior roles. Annie worked in training and support roles alongside people with learning disabilities. Her love of creative writing, music, poetry, street art and fashion has transferred beautifully to her role as our creative lead. Our story is the book Annie never got to write.

WHY SPECIALISE IN BREWING LAGER?

We’re kind of an outlier in the fact that we focus on brewing lager. Lager is a style of beer that is incredibly difficult to master, but we love the challenges that brewing this type of beer brings. When we founded our brewery in 2016 we set out to make the best and most unique lager in the UK, starting with our flagship Keller Pils, and now we brew lager every week of the year!

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

91 Whitby Road, Bristol, BS4 4AR

info@lostandgrounded.co.uk

+44 (0)117 332 7690

HOW DID THE CAN DESIGNS COME ABOUT?

We found a local illustrator whose style we loved and she and Annie hit it off. Between them, they visually translated our values, starting with the flying hippo, our humble mascot. As we see it, our hippo isn’t the rock star of the animal kingdom, he’s a quiet achiever who believes in himself and, who knows, if he works hard enough, he can carry the world.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT LAGER?

It’s really about our entire brewing philosophy – the choice of ingredients such as malt and hops, the way the water treated, brewing techniques , as well as fermentation and lagering procedures… and of course time! In the end we are after a beer that is relatively subtle, but is full of character and personality.

Lost and Grounded Brewers are capable of being the Lead Brewery, offering a full support package for customers buying through Inn Express including: Free Launch Keg for new stockists / Glassware / Branded Beer Mats / Bar Runners / Staff Training & a dedicated Lost and Grounded Account Manager.

@lostandgrounded

@lostandgroundedbrewers

www.lostandgrounded.co.uk

Credit :Adam Gasson

ALEX TRONCOSO & ANNIE CLEMENTS

Co-founders

BEAUTIFUL BEER

FROM BRISTOL

We’re a multi-award-winning independent craft brewery based in Bristol, creating Beautiful Beer whilst reducing our impact upon the planet. Our expert team operates from a world class facility, where we obsess over creative recipes, brewed with skill and care for balanced, refined and refreshing drinking. With accolades under our belt including Brewery of The Year, Great Taste and the World Alcohol-Free Awards, we’re on a mission to become the UK’s best independent craft brewery.

SUSTAINABILITY

As part of our mission to reach Net Zero by 2030, we have heavily invested in sustainable brewing. This includes solar-powered brewing, CO2 recapture technology, and energyefficient systems that help reduce our footprint.

DE-ALCOHOLISER

To create our award-winning no + low alcohol beers, we use market-leading technology to separate the alcohol from the beer. This approach preserves the best possible flavour and aroma possible, leading to the best tasting alcohol-free beers.

MULTI-AWARD-WINNING BEAUTIFUL BEER

Don’t just take our word for it - we’re the proud recipients of multiple awards including Brewery of The Year, Sustainability Champions, 4 Great Taste stars and multiple medals at the World Alcohol-Free Awards.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

We’re a values-led company, guided by our desire to make Beautiful Beer, whilst also respecting our team, stockists and suppliers. When you work with us, we make sure to take care of you and your business.

Complimentary keg & glassware when you stock our PILSNER or HELLES.

Established in 1995, Freedom Brewery has spent three decades honing its craft as a leading independent British Brewery dedicated to sustainability and producing well-balanced, veganfriendly beers. The brewery showcases this appreciation for remarkable quality and taste through its hero brand, Freedom Premium British Lager. Also in the core range is the Organic & Gluten Free 4.8% Helles and 4.4% Pilsner. The lagers are recognised as some of the best crisp & clean lagers in Europe and have won Gold and Double Gold at the European Beer Awards in 2024 & 2025.

Freedom’s commitment to low-temperature fermentation and long maturation processes results in naturally carbonated, unpasteurised lagers that burst with delicate, refined flavours. They have their own unique water supply located beneath the brewery and they recycle all waste water through a natural reed bed filtration system.

Freedom Lagers are proudly served by the UK’s leading hospitality groups, pubs, restaurants, and hotels—recognised for their exceptional quality and taste.

Why stock

More profit per pint

• Proven high rate of sale at a premium price > more profit in your till.

• Taste that delivers – from lager loyalists to Clarkson diehards, they’re all fans.

• Drinkers want British – 42% say buying British is very important when choosing beer and cider.

• Increasing footfall into pubs – driving our 1 million followers into pubs like yours.

Don’t just take our word for it…

‘ Hawkstone is a winner! Amazing customer feedback and excellent service.’

– The Swan Tavern, Ripponden

You’re not just a customer, you’re a partner

• You’ll feature on the pub finder on our website with 30K monthly visitors.

• Want more rewards and perks? Ask your rep about our Centurion Club.

• Our Trade Portal makes it easy to get everything you need to pour Hawkstone. Scan here to get started.

‘ Hawkstone sales are booming! We can’t keep it on tap fast enough – the quality and taste are a hit...’

– The Horseshoe, Chipping

Sodbury

‘Our customers love Hawkstone’s local brews! Great quality, great support.’

– The Crown, Chinnor

Everything you need to launch

• All new stockists get a starter kit.

• Packaged kit: tent cards, posters, drip mats.

• Keg kit: pint and half-pint glassware, bar runners, drip mats, tent cards and posters.

‘ Hawkstone is in high demand here! We’re seeing the benefits of the brand’s popularity.’

– The Dumb Post Inn

‘ Hawkstone is a fantastic addition! Exceptional quality, customers love it.’

– The King William, Milford

L a g e r s p e c i a l i s t

W e s t a r t e d B r a y b r o o k e i n 2 0 1 7 w i t h j u s t o n e a i m : t o m a k e r e a l l y g o o d , p r o p e r

l a g e r . T o d o t h i s , w e u s e s t a t e - o f - t h e - a r t e q u i p m e n t , g r e a t c a r e a n d t h e b e s t

i n g r e d i e n t s a v a i l a b l e . T h e r e s u l t i s a s e l e c t i o n o f u n f i l t e r e d , u n p a s t e u r i z e d a n d

n a t u r a l l y c a r b o n a t e d b e e r s t h a t h a v e c o m p l e x i t y w h i l s t r e t a i n i n g t h e

r e f r e s h i n g d r i n k a b il i t y e v e r y g r e a t l a g e r s h o u l d h a v e .

O U R B E E R S A N D O U R L O V E F O R T R A D I T I O N A L B R E W I N G

M a k i n g t h e b e s t l a g e r s t a k e s a l o t o f

w o r k , a n d i t a l l s t a r t s w i t h t h e b e s t

i n g r e d i e n t s T o s o u r c e t h e s e , w e

h a v e l o o k e d t o o n e o f t h e b e s t l a g e r -

b r e w i n g c o u n t r i e s i n t h e w o r l d :

G e r m a n y

W e o n l y u s e m a l t f r o m G e r m a n y t h a t

w e m i l l o n - s i t e j u s t b e f o r e e v e r y b r e w

f o r u t m o s t f r e s h n e s s W e i m p o r t o u r

c l a s s i c G e r m a n h o p v a r i e t i e s d i r e c t l y

f r o m a r e n o w n e d ho p f a r m i n

T e t t n a n g . W e o n l y u s e o u r o w n h o u s e

l a g e r y e a s t f o r m a x i m u m q u a l i t y

T h e f i n a l , a n d s o m e s a y , m o s t

i m p o r t a n t i n g r e d i e n t i s o u r l o c a l

M i d l a n d s w a t e r W e h a v e o u r o w n

r e v e r s e o s m o s i s w a t e r t r e a t m e n t

p l a n t t o s o f t e n t h e w a t e r a n d e n s u r e

a g r e a t e r s m o o t h n e s s i n t h e f i n a l

p r o d u c t .

W e p e r f o r m d e c o c t i o n m a s h i n g ,

b r i n g i n g s o m e o f t h e m a s h t o t h e b o i l

t o c r e a t e a d e e p e r m a l t i n e s s i n t h e

f i n a l b e e r . W e f e r m e n t o u r b e e r s a t

9 º C , c o l d e r a n d s l o w e r t h a n s t a n d a r d

c o m m e r c i a l l a g e r s

STOCK ONE OF OUR CORE LAGERS STOCK ONE OF OUR CORE LAGERS

AND GLASSWARE AND GLASSWARE AND WE’LL SET YOU UP WITH TWO AND WE LL SET OU U W T TWO

THE FIRST KEG IS DELIVERED WITH YOUR INSTALL THE SECOND KEG IS YOURS AFTER MONTHS ON THE LINE AVAILABLE WITH A 6-MONTH LINE AGREEMENT VIA INN EXP RESS

*MINIMUM VOLUME REQUIREMENTS APPLY

*MINIMUM VOLUME RE UIREMENTS APPLY

30L KEGS

KELLER LAGER 4.8% ABV

Malty, amber-hued, and deeply satisfying. Our flagship lager - a real taste of Franconia.

HELLES LAGER 4.2% ABV

Golden, refreshing, effortlessly drinkable. Our best selling beer and your new house lager.

PILSNER LAGER 4.5% ABV

Crisp, hoppy, and perfectly balanced. Brewed for food, or just a quiet pint.

THE ORIGINAL CRAFT SHANDY

Shandy Shack is on a mission to bring shandy out of the shadows. We craft bold, refreshing shandies using quality beer, natural ingredients, and no shortcuts. Elderflower Lager also available in keg. Personalised tap badges available for your venue.

AWARD-WINNING BEERS

FIRST ONE’S ON US!

Get a free keg, glassware & bar runners – all free when you stock us.

Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer, has been proudly brewing in the historic market town of Faversham, Kent since 1698. That’s over 300 years of brewing brilliance and counting.

We’re family-run, totally independent, and seriously passionate about two things: brewing award-winning beer

and running equally great pubs. If you’ve had a pint of Spitfire, Master Brew, or Bishops Finger, you’ve already had a taste of what we do best.

But don’t go thinking we’re stuck in the past. We’re also behind fresh favourites like:

Bear Island East Coast

bold and refreshing

First Drop Session – easydrinking and

Orchard View – fruity, fresh and deliciously

Singhathe legendary Thai lager, brewed right here in Kent

70 MILLION PINTS A YEAR? GO ON THEN!

With 289 pubs, hotels and inns across Kent, London and the South East, you’re never too far from a Shepherd Neame pint. We’re pouring over 70 million pints a year and We’ve also picked up over 40 awards for our range of beers.

WASTE NOT, WANT NOT

We’re big on sustainability too — 97% of our grain and hops get reused as animal feed on local farms. The rest? We recycle like pros - and we’ve got big green goals:

Zero waste to landfill by 2025

Net zero carbon for direct emissions by 2030

Net zero supply chain emissions by 2040

HOMEGROWN GOODNESS

We’re proudly local. 98% of our malt is UK-sourced and 80% of our hops come from a 10-mile radius around the brewery. Great tasting beer starts with quality, locally-souced ingredients.

OUR BEERS REALLY ARE WORLD CLASS!

During the past year, our fantastic production team have won more than a dozen brewing accolades including five World Beer Awards. Cheers to that!

COME SEE FOR YOURSELF!

Fancy a behind-the-scenes peek at our brewery? Or just want to know more about us? Come visit our award-winning brewery in Faversham. We’d love to show you around.

WANT TO STOCK

US? WE’VE GOT A PERK OR THREE!

Thinking of adding us to your bar? You’ll get:

• A FREE keg on install

• FREE glassware

Plus FREE bar runners and more to kit out your bar.

It’s our way of saying ‘cheers’ for joining the family.

shepherdneame.co.uk

@shepherdneame across all socials

CELLAR TECHNICAL SERVICES

Boooorrring... until it isn’t!

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.

INDEPENDENT FAMILY BREWERY SINCE 1640

NORTH OF STRASBOURG IN THE ALSACE REGION OF FRANCE, YOU WILL FIND BRASSERIE METEOR IN THE HISTORIC VILLAGE OF HOCHFELDEN. METEOR IS THE OLDES T FAMILY OWNED BREWERY IN FRANCE AND THE LARGEST INDEPENDENT BREWERY IN ALSACE.

SINCE 1640, THE HAAG FAMILY HAS BEEN DEVOTED TO THE PRODUCTION OF HIGH QUALITY BEERS USING THE FINEST LOCALLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS AND THE PURE WATER FROM THE VOSGES MOUNTAINS. TODAY WE ARE PROUD TO SHARE OUR PASSION WITH BEER L OVERS WORLDWIDE.

READY FOR KICK - OFF?

FREE KEG & POS INCLUDING GLASSWARE AND BAR RUNNERS WITH PURCHASE OF 1X 30L

D I S C O V E R Y O U R W O R L D

Explore a premium range of authentic world beers and receive £500 per tap

To enquire , scan t he QR code or cont ac t your Inn Express account manager:

Premium Session Lager and India’s No.1 Beer

Easy drinking craft pale ale from New Zealand

Authentic Mediterranean World Lager impor ted from Lisbon

Czech World Lager impor ted from the home of the Pilsner

The perfect par tner to your weekly or monthly curr y night!

Talk to us about:

-Menu design

-Bespoke POS

-Stock to suppor t ac tiva tion

I n t r o d u c i n g : K R U S O V I C E

To this day the only beer ser ved at Czech Republic state events, impor ted from the home of the Pilsner.

Talk to us about:

-Hear ty seasonal food pairings and ac tiva tions

-Ok tober fes t t hemed ac tiva tions

-Winter g arden POS

Enjoy life the Por tuguese way: laid back, colourful and always with a cold, crisp pint of impor ted Sagres.

Talk to us about:

-Bespoke Garden furniture

-Mediterranean menu pairings

-World Cup foot ball Por tug al t hemed ac tiva tions

Big, bold food needs an equally big bold beer, and a BIG MOUTH.

Talk to us about:

BIG Food collabora tions wit h bespoke POS & cial Media campaigns alongside s tock suppor t.

-Unique of ferings in your area - be t he of ficial ‘Only Bigmout h in Town’

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pressing

Matters

Why Proper Cider Starts With Apples

NOT branding meetings

Cider is having another moment, but not all of it deserves a permanent tap. For every wellmade, orchard-led cider there is a slickly marketed apple-flavoured alcohol that has never seen a tree, let alone a harvest. The challenge for the on-trade is knowing which is which.

Start with the apples. Proper cider begins with fruit, not concentrate shipped halfway around the world. Producers who care about apples usually tell you so. Varieties, orchards, seasons, even awkward harvest years. It all matters. Hogans Original Cider and Dunkertons Craft Cider are good examples. Both are rooted in traditional cider making and built around real fruit, fermented properly rather than engineered for speed.

made using bittersweet apples and time, not shortcuts. Hawkstone Cider follows a similar principle, championing British apples and straightforward cider making, which is exactly why it works so well on draught.

Processing is another quiet clue. Overfiltered cider often loses character in the pursuit of consistency. The best examples leave a little life in the glass. That slight edge is what tells customers they are drinking something grown, not assembled.

Even alcohol-free deserves proper treatment. Iford Wild Free is a rare thing in the category, a cider made from pressed apples that just happens to be alcohol free. It drinks like juice because it is juice, fermented and finished with intent rather than flavourings.

“The best examples leave a little life in the glass. That slight edge is what tells customers they are drinking something grown, not assembled”

Fermentation is the next giveaway. Real cider is made slowly, often cool fermented, and allowed to develop texture and balance. That is why Sandford Orchards Devon Red tastes fresh and layered rather than sweet and flat. It behaves more like a wine than a soft drink with ambition, which makes it easy to sell alongside food.

Sweetness should never be the headline. Well-made cider finds balance through tannin, acidity and fruit character. Napton Peacemaker No.6 leans dry and grown-up, ideal for customers who usually default to lager or pale ale. It proves cider does not need to shout to be interesting.

Scale does not automatically mean compromise either. Henry Westons Vintage remains a benchmark for fruit-led cider,

Modern formats do not have to mean modern shortcuts. Just Pressed Astro Cider proves that cans can still carry credibility when the liquid is built on real fruit and honest cider making.

Good cider sells itself once people taste it. When the orchard comes first, the story is easier, the margin is healthier, and the category starts to look premium again.

View hundreds of credible cider options

SPRING LOADED

NEW CROPS FErAL FRUIT DROPS

While our bittersweet heritage blends have spent the last few months in their slow, spontaneous slumber, rounding tannins and finding their unique soul, the arrival of Spring triggers a high-velocity pivot, taking us away from spice, and into the new fresh fruit crops for spring sipping.

If you didn’t know, we don’t do "flavourings", mystery syrups, concentrate or lab-grown shortcuts.

We love fruit too much for that.

We obsessively hunt for the real thing; smashed, pressed, and poured straight into our wild fermented Somerset apple baseline to create cider that’s full, hazy, and super fresh.

Ciders

THAT ARE SMOOTHIE SMOOTH.

Right now, we’re in that time and place blending for warm weather, Alpho Loco comes alive. It’s our straight up smoothy smooth Alphonso mango cider. Hand in hand and the tropical sidekick of Full Tilt comes with, a new one for 2025 and returning because tbh, it was/is banging. Fresh grapefruit + fresh pineapple, kinda familiar. Mega refreshing.

We can only do this stuff because everything stays in our hands, from the first press to the final pack right here at Iford, on the Somerset border. No mystery middlemen, no outsourcing, no nonsense. Just our team, our juice, and a relentless obsession with fresh fruit and fermentation.

Fruit that tastes fresh, not fluorescent. Crisp, medium-dry profile that sells by the second sip. Upgrade your cider line-up with a modern, sessionable crowd-pleaser.

Made for fridge-cold pints and sunny-day pace.

Looks premium on the bar (and in the hand).

fresh apple 4.2% ABV

A modern Somerset Fresh Apple Cider. Medium-dry, crisp and beautifully refreshing, with subtle complexity that keeps it interesting and effortlessly delicious.

Medium-dry | Crisp | Serve cold

50L Keg | 12 x 500ml NRB

meloncherry 3.4% ABV

Our modern take on fruit cidermedium-dry base, beautifully refreshing, blending Watermelon, Black Cherry and Fresh Somerset Apples for a sherbty sweet finish that keeps you coming back.

Juicy | Sherbet | Fridge-ready

50L Keg | 12 x 500ml NRB

Beer & Cider

UK only. Promotion Period: 01/03/2026 – 30/04/2026. Purchase 5 cases of any or a combination of Kopparberg Mixed Fruit 15 x 500ml NRB, Kopparberg Strawberry & Lime 15 x 500ml NRB or Kopparberg Mango 15 x 500ml NRB to get a case of Kopparberg Mango 15 x 500ml NRB free. Promotion is open to customers who purchase through BBG partner wholesalers only. This promotion cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Subject to availability and whilst stocks last. Promoter: AB InBev UK Limited, EC4A 1EN.

Range includes: Strawberry-Lime, Wild Berries, Peach-Raspberry, Mango-Raspberry and Passionfruit

IESB 116A

IESB 116B

IESU

craft cider

our heritage our heritage the story

In 2021, on a perfect summer’s day, James and Rob were sat having a few drinks with friends at their favourite Sussex pub. To quench their thirst in the late summer sun they decided to order some fruit ciders. Underwhelmed by their drinks the topic quickly focused in on why fruit cider was too sweet and synthetic tasting.

Rob then reminded James of his Merrydown heritage through his Grandfather and it was quickly decided the family business had to be brought back. A year on, after many visits to orchards and breweries all across Sussex, Kent and Somerset, Howies was born, with a simple mission to honour traditional brewing practices of the past and bring betters ciders to pubs and their partners.

a simple mission to honour traditional brewing practices of the past

By honouring traditional brewing methods of the past, and using only the very best British-grown apples, we’ve recreated the craft cider my grandfather first perfected all those years ago

Howies Cider, our nod to the OG, uses the same traditional brewing methods my grandfather did but rebuilt for present day.

SOFT DRINKS

THE 2026 TREND REPORT

Functional and Feel-Good

Soft drinks are no longer just about quenching thirst; customers expect benefits like energy, gut health or focus. Stocking functional sodas or botanical mixers gives customers a reason to trade up. Promote them at lunchtime and as premium non-alcoholic options in the evening.

Exotic Meets Nostalgic

Flavours are pulling in two directions, with exotic fruits sitting alongside retro favourites. Offer a small but varied range that balances adventure with familiarity. Seasonal specials or limited runs create talking points and encourage trial without tying up too much fridge space.

Coffee with Character

Coffee is fast becoming an experience, not just a pickme-up. Nitro pours, flavoured lattes and seasonal blends keep menus fresh. Even one or two inventive additions can elevate your hot drinks offer and turn casual customers into regulars.

Less Sugar, More Flavour

Customers are looking for cleaner drinks without losing taste. Lighter recipes with natural ingredients are the sweet spot. Offer lower sugar soft drinks and teas as a clear alternative, and train staff to highlight them when serving health-conscious customers.

Tea as Theatre

Tea is emerging from the shadows with speciality blends, cold infusions and elegant service. Offering a few carefully chosen teas, presented well, can create an easy upsell at quieter times of day and broaden your non-alcoholic repertoire.

Mixers with Meaning

Premium spirits need mixers to match. More venues are swapping out standard tonics for crafted sodas, flavoured tonics and botanical blends. A small upgrade in your mixer range can justify higher prices and deliver a better experience for every serve.

EVERY GLASS MATTERS

WHY MIXERS ARE NO LONGER THE SUPPORTING ACT

The mixer fridge used to be the most forgettable part of the bar. Same brands, same deals, same outcomes. That is no longer good enough, and more of our customers know it. Across the on trade, there is a clear move away from brands that dominate major retailers and towards drinks that feel chosen, not inherited.

That shift has only sharpened recently. High profile acquisitions of famous brands such as Frobishers and Fentimans, have been a reminder of how quickly independence can disappear. That is not a criticism, but it does focus the mind. What you stock behind the bar increasingly reflects your values, not just your buying terms.

This is where mixers with meaning come in. Brands like Navas and Folkingtons are proving that quality and responsibility can sit comfortably together. Both are B Corp certified, which gives weight to the sustainability story rather than leaving it as a vague promise. Navas delivers clean, crisp tonics designed to lift spirits, not shout over them. Folkingtons brings proper fruit, transparent sourcing and juices that taste like what they say on the label.

Bensons Family Juicers bring a bit of proper heritage to the fridge too. That photo of their stall at Glastonbury in 1999 is not nostalgia for the sake of it, it is proof they have been doing this long before juice became fashionable again. Built on real fruit, balanced flavours and a refreshingly no nonsense approach, Bensons offers bottled juices and mixed juice drinks that

feel honest and considered. They are a strong alternative to the sugary options many parents are increasingly wary of, while still delivering drinks kids actually want. Just as importantly, they sit comfortably in an adult setting too, whether poured straight, served over ice or used as part of a longer mixed serve.

Hartridges rounds out the picture. Family run, independent and full of character, their range brings depth and tradition without feeling stuck in the past. These are soft drinks chosen deliberately, not poured by default.

And then there is Pago. Not from these shores, but impossible to ignore. Their quality is undoubtable and their on trade relevance is huge. With an incredibly diverse flavour range, Pago works brilliantly across food pairings, premium soft serves and perfect serve ideas. The level of support, from menu inspiration to food matching, makes them a serious tool behind the bar rather than just another juice option.

Between Navas, Folkingtons, Bensons

Juicers, Hartridges and Pago, you are covered. Tonics, juices and bottled mixed juices that cater for every request, from premium G and T serves to adult soft drinking and family friendly options. Just as importantly, none of them are in every major retailer in the land.

Adult soft drinking is no longer just a diet cola or a lime and soda. Guests want flavour, choice and something worth talking about. A considered mixer fridge delivers all three.

• Jarritos® Guava

• 1 Lemon

• 1 Maraschino Cherry

• Ice

Since 2002

Tropical Pink

Fill an ice-filled pitcher with Jarritos® Guava, squeeze 1 lemon into the pitcher for every bottle used, garnish with a maraschino cherry and serve to a friend.

• 4 oz Jarritos® Mexican Cola

• 1 oz of Irish cream

• Ice

Fire &

Lime Mango

• Jarritos® Lime

• 1 Jalapeño

• 1.5 oz of White Tequila

• 1/2 a Lime

• Ice

Chop a jalapeño and add it to a pint glass. Muddle IT and add ice. pour 1.5 oz of white tequila and squeeze half a lime in the glass. Shake the contents for about 15-30 seconds, pour into a martini glass and top with Jarritos® Lime.

Irish Cola Drink

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, pour in the irish cream, shake until chilled, fill the glass the rest of the way very slowly with Jarritos® Mexican Cola (pouring slowly should prevent curdling).

Chamoyada

• 4 oz Jarritos® Mango

• 3 oz tequila

• 2 cups of frozen mango

• 1 cup of ice

• 2 oz lime juice

• Chile powder

• Chamoy

Mix mango, ice, 2 oz of lime juice, 3 oz of tequila, and Jarritos® Mango in a blender. Rim glass with chile powder and chamoy, pour in mix and enjoy.

TAKEAWAY CUPS

CARRY TRAYS

SUGAR STICKS

DRINKING CHOCOLATE & TEAS

... ALL YOU COULD EVER NEED

FINE WINES TO FLAT WHITES

Sustainable blends, smart machines and proper training to elevate your entire drinks range.

You already trust us with the important stuff. The cold lager that needs to land perfectly every time. The premium spirits that earn their keep. The wines that justify their space on the list.

So here’s a question. Why stop at the fridges and the cellar?

Through our partnership with Cotswold Coffee Co, we can support your entire bar. Not just supply, but machines, servicing, training and product ingredients too. A proper, joined up approach that means your coffee offer works as hard as the rest of your drinks range.

The quality indicators are all there too. Roasted on dates clearly marked. Organic certification where it matters. Rainforest Alliance accreditation for added credibility. Gas flushed bags that lock in freshness and protect flavour. This is coffee that arrives in condition and performs in the cup.

And we recognise that every venue is on a different journey. For some, it is about elevating to a more premium serve with a story to tell. For others, it is about reliable, price conscious options that deliver consistency in high volume environments. We offer both. Alongside our key blends, we can supply price fighting options and bulk brewing solutions that are ideal for breakfast service, events or conferencing.

Add in capsule systems, traditional espresso machines, fully automated bean to cup solutions and ongoing servicing support, plus practical training to help your team dial in shots and steam milk properly, and you have a coffee solution that feels considered, not bolted on.

You already rely on us to keep your cold drinks profitable and your bar running smoothly. Now, alongside Cotswold Coffee Co, we can make sure your hot drinks are too.

THE KEY BLENDS

JAVA - RAINFOREST ALLIANCE CERTIFIED

Rich and heavy with notes of chocolate and caramel, finishing with caramelised sweetness and cocoa. A 70 percent Arabica and 30 percent Robusta blend sourced from Brazil, Honduras, Ethiopia and India. Built for body, crema and consistency in busy sites.

PERU & CENTRAL AMERICA - ORGANIC

100 percent organic certified and 100 percent Arabica. Expect winey berry notes, chocolate and a crisp green apple lift. A premium serve with the credentials to back it up and the flavour to justify a higher ticket price.

7 MIXERS

IN 150ml CANS:

Indian tonic water

Indian tonic water light

English Garden tonic water

Earl Grey tonic water

Sicilian Lemonade

Soda Water

Ginger Ale

make the time

MIXERS

4 SPARKLING DRINKS IN 250ml CANS:

Lemon & Mint

Rhubarb & Apple

Elderflower pressé

Ginger Beer

3 SPARKLING DRINKS IN 330ml BOTTLES:

Elderflower pressé

Ginger Beer

Pink Lemonade

1

PREMIUM SOFT WITHOUT THE PREMIUM

More profit

Premium products at competitive wholesale pricing - deliver stronger GP across your sites.

Price protection

Not available in supermarkets - your customers can’t pricecompare. Maintain premium pricing without margin pressure.

“Hartridges has been a family owned soft drinks producer for over 140 years. We welcome you

to

try our refreshed range of soft drinks.”

Low risk

Tried and tested flavours from a 144-year old family business. Guests recognise quality, you get reliable repeat orders.

5th generation owner

SPARKLING RANGE - 12 X 330ML

Elderflower Presse

Original Ginger Beer

Traditional Lemonade

Root Beer

Pink Rose Lemonade

Dandelion & Burdock

Original Cola

Raspberry Lemonade

JUICES RANGE 12 X 275ML

Orange

Cloudy Apple

Cranberry

Orange & Passion Fruit

Apple & Raspberry

Apple & Mango

Ed Hartridge

SOFT DRINKS PREMIUM PRICE

PREMIUM SOFT DRINKS WITHOUT THE PREMIUM PRICE

Founded in 1882, Hartridges is a fifthgeneration British soft drinks maker with a long-standing reputation for drinks full of flavour and character. Still proudly family owned, the brand brings together over 140 years of heritage with a fresh, contemporary spirit. Each recipe is crafted using quality, all natural ingredients and a steadfast commitment to consistency, guided by a belief in premium drinks without pretension.

As the UK’s oldest independent soft drinks company, Hartridges has spent generations refining its sparkling and juice ranges to meet the expectations of today’s customers. Known for their craftsmanship and timeless appeal, these are drinks that perform well on shelf and at point of sale. Each bottle carries a clear sense of provenance and care, helping retailers offer something distinctive and trusted. Stocking Hartridges means offering a heritage brand with lasting consumer loyalty, classic flavours and a reputation that encourages repeat purchase time after time.

More profit

Premium products at competitive wholesale pricing - deliver stronger GP across your sites.

Price protection

Not available in supermarkets - your customers can’t pricecompare. Maintain premium pricing without margin pressure.

Low risk

Tried and tested flavours from a 14 4-year old family business. Guests recognise quality, you get reliable repeat orders.

Cordial 6x500ml : wild elderflower, pomegranate & elderflower, ginger & lemongrass, spiced berry, raspberry, lime & mint, mango & passionfruit

Sparkling pressé 12x275ml: wild elderflower, pomegranate & wild elderflower, crisp apple, ginger beer, raspberry lemonade Sparkling pressé 6x750ml: wild elderflower, lime & mint

BRITISH MINERAL WATER SERVED WITH PURPOSE

Elevate your drinks offering and support a UK social enterprise bringing clean water to communities worldwide. Belu have given £6.1m to WaterAid since 2011.

Add a drop of the Cotswolds to your range

“Introducing our new look and exciting new range of pressed juices and juice drinks to celebrate 25 years of juicing in the heart of the Cotswolds”

Bensons Family Juicers have been juicing in the Cotswolds since 1999

Bensons Pressed Juices

On a misty morning on our National Trust farm in the heart of the Cotswolds you’ll find our team blending and bottling our delicious pressed juices. Another tough day at the office! New this season is our Pressed Apple and Ginger juice!

NEW Pressed Juice in Cans

Much as we love traditional glass bottles, we know there are places where aluminium cans can be easier to handle and of course don’t need to be decanted before serving. We are delighted to present our biggest selling flavours in new easy to recycle 250ml slim cans.

NEW Bensons

Sparkling

Bensons Sparkling – Looking for something deliciously light, yet full of flavour and truly refreshing? Try our new Bensons Sparkling range.

Bensons Fruity Water

Lexi created Bensons Fruity Water back in 2013 to give her four kids a delicious drink that would quench their thirst with no added sugar, and nothing artificial.

Soft drinks. Strong values.

What’s the idea behind Lemonaid & ChariTea? We want to make things better. Not only with organic, Fairtrade drinks that contribute to a good cause, but also with our upcycling ideas. We prefer to craft solutions that reduce rubbish rather than producing it. Therefore, our bottles and crates have been transformed into soap dispensers, vases, sugar shakers and many more creative and handy household items.

MAKING GOOD THINGS BETTER.

bring

the ENERGY

Vitamin B3 helps reduce tiredness and fatigue. Lucozade Sport provides carbohydrates and electrolytes to enhance hydration and help maintain performance during prolonged endurance exercise. LUCOZADE, LUCOZADE SPORT, LUCOZADE ENERGY and the Arc Device are registered trade marks of Lucozade Ribena Suntory Ltd ©Lucozade Ribena Suntory Ltd. All rights reserved

Soft Drinks & Snacks

At Luscombe, we’re all about crafting drinks with real depth and character. Using the finest ingredients and taking care at every step, we create the best tasting soft drinks. With a distinctive style and a rich heritage, our drinks are made for those who appreciate something a little more grown-up.

FRUIT SPRITZ

50 ml of Squeeze Soda water + +

RECIPE

The DOuMIX? Squeeze line delivers intense, authentic fruit flavour in a practical, ready‑to‑use format. Made with quality ingredients and designed for speed and consistency, Squeeze makes it easy to create cocktails, mocktails, and creative beverages with vibrant taste and reliable performance.

The Low‑Alcohol Trend Everyone

Loves

Light, vibrant and irresistibly fruity, the Fruit Spritz is a standout in the low‑alcohol world. Its refreshing, easy‑drinking profile perfectly matches today’s demand for lighter cocktails while its versatility allows countless flavour variations, making it an essential, on‑trend choice for any modern menu.

Spritz

DOuMIX? SQUEEZE PEACH 50 ML PROSECCO

with our DOuMIX?Ambassador

DOuMIX? Ambassador they’re ready to provide detailed information, personalized guidance, and help you discover the solutions that best fit your needs.

E-MAIL doumix@belabondrinks.com

TURN SPRITZ

into a Profit Engine

DOuMIX? empowers operators to ride the momentum of the booming Spritz trend, expanding their menu with effortless versatility that naturally increases guest spend. With DOuMIX? solutions, every Spritz is delivered fast and flawlessly, ensuring consistently perfect serves even during the busiest moments.

DOuMIX? SQUEEZE STRAWBERRY 50 mL PROSECCO

The UK’s #1 syrup brand

Spirit. Citrus. MONIN.

MONIN 1L Passion fruit mix

MONIN 1L Raspberry fruit mix

MONIN 1L Rhubarb fruit mix

MONIN 1L Strawberry fruit mix

MONIN 1L Yuzu fruit mix

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WINE

THE 2025 TREND REPORT

Organics on the Rise

Organic wine is moving from niche to mainstream, with customers increasingly asking for sustainability on their wine list. Carrying a few organic options signals quality, responsibility and relevance, and makes your offer more appealing to diners who are trading up.

Low & No Innovations

Low and no alcohol wine is finally stepping up in taste and style. With new ranges arriving, like Divin and Bolle, venues can offer wine experiences that suit moderation without sacrificing quality, broadening the menu for today’s drinking culture.

Greek Wine Renaissance

Greece is back on the wine map, and it’s more than just Retsina. Modern producers are delivering crisp whites and structured reds with real character. Stocking even one or two Greek wines gives your list a point of difference.

English Wine Growth

English vineyards are producing sparkling and still wines that rival Europe. Customers are proud to buy local, so featuring an English bottle or two can create excitement, support home-grown producers, and encourage up-selling with food pairings and special occasions.

Native Grapes in Demand

Drinkers are curious about native grape varieties, from Assyrtiko in Greece to Baga in Portugal. Featuring these lesser-known grapes adds a sense of discovery to your list. Promote them by the glass to drive trial and create talking points.

Lighter Styles Lead

Across red, white and rosé, lighter, fresher styles are winning. Guests want wines that are food-friendly, approachable and versatile by the glass. Stocking a few lower-tannin reds and crisp whites ensures your list feels modern and keeps customers ordering more.

VINANCIAL TIMES VT

It’s no secret: spend a bit more on wine and you’ll notice the difference. But under the UK’s strength-based duty system, the reason is not just taste, reputation, or “trading up”. The maths backs it up.

Wine duty is now charged according to ABV, not price. That means if two wines sit at the same strength, the duty bill is effectively the same whether the bottle sells for £9 or £15. On a 14.5% ABV wine, that duty comes in at £3.33 per bottle. The tax does not flex with retail price. It is fixed by strength. And that is where the squeeze begins.

We have used £15 and £9 because they reflect two familiar points on many on-trade lists: an entry-level

option and a credible step up. The gap is realistic, not exaggerated, and mirrors the everyday pricing decisions operators face. By keeping the strength the same and only changing the selling price, the impact of fixed costs becomes obvious.

On a £15 bottle at 14.5%, duty accounts for 22% of the price. On a £9 bottle at the same strength, that figure jumps to 37%. Same £3.33 duty, very different impact. Once VAT, packaging and logistics are accounted for, the difference shows up in the only place it can: the wine itself.

On a £15 bottle, around 31% of the price is spent on the wine. On a £9 bottle, that drops to just 13%. That is

an 18 percentage point gap. In cash terms, £4.67 goes into the liquid in the £15 bottle, compared to £1.17 in the £9 bottle. Put simply, the £15 bottle contains roughly four times more actual wine value than the £9 bottle.

Even at lower strengths, the pattern holds. Duty may reduce slightly, but it still takes a larger share of cheaper bottles, leaving less room for quality. The cheaper the selling price, the more the fixed costs dominate. The takeaway is straightforward. When duty is fixed per unit of alcohol, trading up does not just improve perception or margin. It increases the proportion of the bottle price that is actually paying for the wine in the glass.

Discover the warmth and personality behind every bottle of Trevisana Bio.

Owned by the Tombacco family since the 1970s, Azienda Agricola Trevisana crafts authentic Italian wines, rich in flavour and tradition. Nestled in Treviso’s picturesque countryside encircled by the Sile River, Trevisana embodies family, fun and locality.

The vibrant labels, designed by art director Raimondo Sandri, capture the spirit of each wine - bold, bright and full of character. Each label tells its own unique story, while together they reflect a playful yet refined style, making the Trevisana Bio range instantly recognisable.

L-R: Bryn, Stewart, James (from Lanchester Wines), Faye and Chris.

The Inn Express wine team is dedicated to sourcing the highest quality wines for your wine list. This September, our team visited the Tombacco vineyards, including Trevisana, to ensure the highest standards of production are met for your wine.

Thank you to Lanchester Wines for arranging the visit.

SILVER

Harpers Design Awards 2023

All Trevisana Bio wines are organic and certified Vegan by The Vegan Society.

For more than 100 years the Tombacco family has been producing and bottling wines with genuine and intense flavours, following Italian wine-making traditions. And, the wines it procures are key Italian classics.

The Rinomata Cantina Tombacco (Renowned Tombacco Winery) was founded in 1919 and is based in Trebaseleghe, a rural town in the centre of Padua, Venice and Treviso. Tradition and quality is key for Tombacco which works with producers across Italy to create ranges which celebrate the diversity of the country and its regions.

Archivio is a range of wines celebrating this passion for Italy – the name translates as ‘archive’ as a nod to tradition.

“Distant lands and times that tell stories. Ancient memories that come to life in a selection of traditional wines, grown and produced as they once did, with authenticity, emotion and pride.”

The Tombacco Family in the early days of the winery.

Glera Grapes for Prosecco

The 47 Anno Domini winery in Treviso

Cristian Tombacco heads up the winery today.

Merlot grapes destined for Trevisana Bio

not for just gyros

Greek wine proves it belongs on every good wine list

Greek wine has spent years being politely sidelined. Loved on holiday, tolerated on themed menus and rarely trusted elsewhere. That perception is now changing, and for good reason.

Quality has taken a clear step up. Modern winemaking, better vineyard work and a sharper focus on freshness have transformed how Greek wines taste in the glass. They are cleaner, more precise and far easier to place on contemporary foodled menus. Add to that a generation of producers keen to compete internationally, and the results speak for themselves.

There’s also timing. With guests more open to trying something new, sommeliers and buyers are looking for wines that feel discovered rather than obvious. Greek varieties tick that box without feeling

obscure. Crucially, they still offer sensible pricing, making them a strong option for bythe-glass listings where margin matters.

A perfect example is Domaine Papagiannakos, established in 1919 and based just outside Athens. This is a familyrun estate that has played a major role in redefining modern Greek wine, particularly through its work with Assyrtiko. Careful vineyard management, gentle handling in the winery and a clear focus on balance give these wines clarity and consistency, which is exactly what the on-trade needs.

Our range reflects that approach. Domaine Papagiannakos Assyrtiko is crisp, textured and saline. Kalogeri Malagouzia brings aromatic lift and ripe stone fruit. Granatus Rosé is pale, dry and versatile. Erythros is soft, juicy and built for easy drinking.

Unlock extra sales with some simple menu cues

DRY. PROUDLY PALE. FLASH OF STRAWBERRY.

PRODUCT CODE: WNICROS187

1X12 187ML

DRY. CRISP. WINK OF PEACH.

PRODUCT CODE: WNICSAUV187

1X12 187ML

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Pale Rosé

Sauvignon Blanc

DIRTY GRAPES

CLEAN MARGINS

Better Farming

TBetter Stories

here was a time when organic wine sat in a dusty corner of the list, ordered by one loyal table who also asked about hemp milk. Not anymore.

Organic has moved from fringe to fixture, driven firmly by consumer demand. Today’s guest is label literate. They scan for cues that signal quality, care and credibility. Organic certification is one of the clearest and easiest to understand. It answers the big questions

Better Margins

in a single word. How was it farmed? Was it treated gently? Does it align with how I like to spend my money?

So what actually is organic wine? In simple terms, it means the grapes are grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides or artificial fertilisers. Producers rely on natural vineyard management, healthier soils and biodiversity. In the winery, the rules are tighter too, with restrictions on additives and lower permitted sulphite levels. It is

regulated and certified, not just a marketing flourish on a back label.

We see the impact across our customer base. Organic wines do not just sell, they trade up. Customers are prepared to pay more when there is integrity behind the bottle. That is where your GP quietly improves. No heavy sales pitch required, just a confident recommendation and a short, human explanation.

Take Rallo Azienda Agricola Vicoletto Catarratto. Proper Sicilian sunshine, organically farmed vineyards and a crisp, textured style that feels familiar yet interesting. If a guest usually orders Pinot Grigio, this is a seamless step up. You gain a stronger price point, they gain a wine with character and a story rooted in responsible farming.

Then there is Chat Fou by Eric Texier. Texier is a grower with serious Rhône credentials and a reputation for working organically and with minimal intervention. This is the sort of bottle that catches the eye of engaged drinkers who read the back label. It signals

independence and craft, which supports a premium listing.

For a versatile, juicy red, Château Lermite D’Auzan Gavroche Rouge offers organic viticulture with broad appeal. It is approachable enough for by the glass yet carries enough credibility to justify a confident upsell. Organic here is not preachy, it is simply part of the quality story.

At the higher end, Piano dei Daini Etna Bianco Tenuta Bosco brings organic farming together with volcanic Etna terroir. Etna already commands attention on a wine list. Add certified organic vineyards and you create a compelling reason to trade up. Guests understand that this is thoughtful farming in a dramatic landscape. It feels special, and they pay accordingly.

Organic wine is not about ticking a box. It is about responding to a clear shift in consumer behaviour. When demand meets confident recommendation, the result is simple. Better bottles, better margins and a wine list that feels current rather than cautious.

As the days get longer and occasions move outdoors, Vinca is perfectly placed for the season ahead. A full range of organic Sicilian wines in cans, made for the way people are drinking now. Easy to pick up, trusted for quality, and proven to drive strong rate of sale across the category.

We started vinca with one mission: to put exceptional organic wine into cans. We are all about wine that looks great, tastes even better, and punches well above its price point. Award-winning wines for every day.

FIOROSO

Perfect for summer, the fantastic lower ABV Fioroso Blends are back in the Inn Express portfolio with a brand new label celebrating the flora and fauna of the winery’s home in Veneto.

Pictured are the Adonis Blue (Polyommatus Icarus) and Purple-Shot Copper (Lycaena Alciphron) butterflies (Bianco then Rosso) for all you budding lepidopterists, which eat nectar from the flowers (fioroso) near the winery creating a nature lover’s paradise.

VINO BIANCO VERDUZZO CHARDONNAY, 11%

VINO ROSSO CABERNET MERLOT, 11%

BESPOKE DESIGN

We know that drinks lists are an essential yet often underused piece of marketing for your business. They’re great for getting your products off the shelf and in front of your customers. They are also perfect for promoting your drinks, services and products. It can, at times, increase footfall and help you give your customers the best possible experience.

Our in house design team have a vast amount of industry experience and are passionate about creating the perfect list for you and your business. Alongside your account manager, we can compile your menus based on knowledge of your site and your specific

guidance on how to structure your list as well as what products we think you should promote based your individual needs and also on industry trends. Drop us a line to see how we can help.

SPIRITS & LIQUEURS

THE 2026 TREND REPORT

Premium is the Norm

Drinkers are prepared to spend more when they see value in quality. Stock a concise but premium range, train staff to tell the story behind each spirit, and upsell by recommending neat serves or signature cocktails that justify a higher price.

Unusual Botanicals

Spirits with distinctive herbs, spices and florals are driving experimentation. Position them as a talking point on menus and encourage bartenders to create signature serves. Customers will happily try something new if it’s recommended with confidence and a little theatre.

Cocktails as Theatre

Drinking out is entertainment. Cocktails that surprise, delight and tell a story are in high demand. Playful garnishes, unexpected glassware and clever combinations all create a sense of occasion that justifies the price and builds repeat orders.

Flavour Mash-Ups

Borrowing flavours from the kitchen is on the rise, think smoke, spice or savoury twists. Encourage your team to experiment with unusual pairings. A single bold cocktail can create a reputation and spark social media attention for your venue.

Tech-Aged and Innovative Spirits

New production methods are speeding up or enhancing maturation. Customers may not care how it’s made, but they will care that it tastes exceptional. Use innovative spirits sparingly on your list to show you’re tuned into the future.

Sustainability in Spirits

From zero-waste cocktails to eco-packaging, sustainability is shaping spirits culture. Highlight sustainable choices on menus, train staff to share the story, and use it to reassure customers that indulgence can sit comfortably alongside responsibility.

WASTE NOT

want another!

Why sustainability matters now to customers just as much as what’s in the glass

Sustainability in spirits only lands if the producers can back it up. Luckily, plenty now can and they are doing it in very different, very credible ways.

Take Nc’nean and Bruichladdich. Both are openly obsessive about transparency, renewable energy and traceability. Nc’nean’s organic approach and closed-loop thinking make it one of the most progressive distilleries in Scotland, while Bruichladdich continues to lead the conversation on provenance, packaging and honest labelling.

In gin, Warner’s, Sacred Spirits, Sipsmith and Mermaid Gin all show that scale does not have to come at the expense of responsibility. From renewable distilling practices and local sourcing to serious investment in packaging reduction, these brands are doing more than ticking boxes. Pentire deserves a special nod too, proving non-alc spirits can be built around foraged botanicals and low-impact production without losing depth or relevance.

Agave and rum are catching up fast.

TIP!

Mijenta focuses on low-impact tequila production and community-led agave growing, while Duppy Share continues to champion Caribbean provenance with a lighter footprint. Even 818 Tequila has made meaningful progress around transparency and production standards, which surprises more than a few people when you dig into it.

Then there are the quiet grafters. Sapling, planting trees with every bottle sold. Two Drifters, running one of the lowest carbon rum distilleries in the UK. Ellers Farm, tackling waste and efficiency from the ground up. Maker’s Mark, reinvesting in regenerative farming at scale. Calvados Avallen, championing orchards, biodiversity and low-intervention production. And yes, even Baileys, making genuine strides in energy use, sourcing and waste reduction.

Fruit is another area where quality shows quickly. Using a product like Little Mixers Purée removes the need for fresh prep while keeping flavour authentic and reliable. It reduces waste, speeds up service and gives a consistent result every time, which is exactly what a busy bar needs.

Call out a sustainable serve. Offer a greener upsell or green versions of well known cocktails. Guests increasingly want to drink better in every sense, and these brands give you the credibility to help them do exactly that.

Re-groni Berry Responsible

• 25ml Warners Dry Gin

• 25ml Discarded Vermouth

• 25ml Vault Biiter Aperitivo • 50ml Sipsmith London Dry • 25ml Lemon Juice • 20ml Little Mixers Raspberry

Negroni

CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ELLERS FARM TEAM MEMBER NOW.

We can provide samples, staff training, POS, and retro support, and work with you on the best way to activate Dutch Barn Vodka and 6 O’clock Gin in your venue.

CORDERO Silver Tequila

Characteristics

Abv 38% - 70 cl

AROMATIC NOTES:

The nose is characterized by a bouquet that expresses delicate and subtle aromas, reminiscent of white-fleshed fruit, citrusy freshness and slightly vegetable of freshly cut agave. Soft and enveloping on the palate, with very refined aromas and a persistent finish of great balance.

DRINK STRATEGY

Perfect for signature creations or timeless classics such as the Margarita and Paloma.

Quality handcrafted and authenticity

Cordero Tequila is a premium Mexican tequila renowned for its handcrafted quality, fully representing the authenticity and tradition of tequila production.

Distilled in the heart of the Jalisco region, an area known for its ideal climate and fertile soil, Cordero Tequila is made with blue agave, which is fundamental for the production of the best tequilas. Its composition perfectly combines the innovation of modern techniques and respect for centuries-old traditions, resulting in a product of the highest quality, a symbol of Mexican culture.

Ingredients:

5 cl Tequila Cordero

2,5 cl lime juice

1,5 agave syrup

12 cl pink grapefruit soda

Technique: build Garnish: a slice of lime

CORDERO PALOMA

Buy any x2 from the Havana Club range and receive x6 glasses free

It’s time to get

FUNCTIONAL

with alcohol free drinks you can feel.

SENTIA is a range of premium, functional alcohol-alternatives designed to meet growing consumer demand for 0% ABV drinks that deliver more than imitation. Powered by a botanical blend designed by neuroscientists under Professor David Nutt, SENTIA supports the brain’s natural calming network. Created for modern social occasions, SENTIA enables venues to offer alcohol alternatives that help guests feel good, stay present, and enjoy the ritual of drinking without compromising their health or the morning after.

CONSUMERS WANT DRINKS WITH BENEFITS.

Functional drinks are seeing 54% year-on-year growth, led by Gen Z and wellness-driven consumers redefining their relationship with alcohol.

OCADO RETAIL, 2025

HOW SENTIA SUPPORTS TRADE

The Mood: Powered by hops and schisandra for a calm, lifted mood, and mental balance. Perfect for sharing on any occasion, bringing warmth and wellness to any social gathering.

The Flavour: A vibrant, citrus sensation, bursting with zesty complexity with a warm, spicy finish.

RELAX WITH RED

Natural and Functional ingredients:

The Mood: Powered by ashwagandha and passionflower to nurture relaxation and inspire social connection. Perfect for after work drinks, or as a nightcap.

The Flavour: Floral aromatics, rich herbal complexity, and bittersweet berries.

ENERGISE WITH BLACK

Natural and Functional ingredients:

The Mood: Powered by ginseng and gingko to fuel energy and hone focus without the caffeine crash. Perfect for pre-drinks or a modern Espresso Martini.

The Flavour: Spiced pepper warmth, with an intense earthy body and a smoky bitter finish.

Natural and Functional ingredients:

Gingko Leaf

Schisandra Berry Ashwagandha Hops

Magnolia Bark Hawthorn Berry Passion Flower

Rholiola Leaf

Gingko Leaf

Schisandra Berry Cinnamon Bark Ginseng Root

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BAR QUALITY MARGARITAS

125ML CANS

14.5% ABV

Consistent liquid across all formats

80%+ GP

On 5L BIB & 20L draft formats 3 second serve

No mixologist required

A celebration of the on-trade, the bartenders, the sun-drenched days & the late nights.

BROUGHT TO YOU BY DUPPY SHARE: THE UK’S LEADING INDEPENDENT RUM BRAND SILVER/GOLD : 37.5% ABV SPICED : 32.5% ABV

Hot Honey, meet Marg.

Honey is the must-have flavour in 2026.

“Hot Honey” UK menu mentions saw a +38% rise in the past year, especially in pubs and casual dining (CGA Ignite).

To learn more, contact your Proof Drinks sales representative

TWO DISTINCTIVE GINS,

50ml Hendrick's Gin

3 Slices Of Cucumber

25ml Lime

20ml Sugar

75ml Soda Water

Cucumber Slice Garnish

*WHILST STOCKS LAST.

Cucumber Fizz

INGREDIENTS

50 ml Limoncello Di Capri

150 ml Tonic water

Sprig of mint Lemon zest

PREPARATION

Pour all the ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice. Stir and garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon zest.

*Whilst stocks last.

INGREDIENTS

75 ml Prosecco

50 ml Limoncello Di Capri

25 ml Soda Sprig of mint Lemon twist

PREPARATION

Pour all the ingredients into a white wine goblet, add ice cubes and stir. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon twist.