Drink Warehouse UK Blogs

Mezcal: Behind the Masterpiece

Published on February 27, 2023. Mezcal: Behind the Masterpiece Who was behind the man with the moustache?  When talking about agave-based spirits, most people think of the number one party drink – Tequila. However, the real mother of agave-based spirits is Mezcal. Not many people know that all tequila is a type of mezcal, but… Continue reading Mezcal: Behind the Masterpiece

Chilean Wine

Published on February 22, 2023. Explore Chilean Wine High-quality variety and grapes. Something for everyone.  There is a deep-rooted history in the conquest of Chile that brought European Vitis Vinifera to their country. Ferdinand Magellan first landed on the shores of Chile in 1520, and was closely followed by Spanish conquistadors and missionaries. They were coming from Peru,… Continue reading Chilean Wine

10 facts you didn’t know about Bourbon

Published on February 17, 2023. 10 Facts You didn’t know about Bourbon Fun fact time! It is named after House of Bourbon, a powerful French dynasty. However, the dynasty probably had very little to do with the creation of bourbon, and the name was most likely stolen for marketing purposes. It must be made of… Continue reading 10 facts you didn’t know about Bourbon

Love, Wine x

Published on February 10, 2023. Love, Wine x How deep is your love? (and your customers pockets?) Greek Tragedian Euripides once said ‘Where there is no wine, there is no love’ and we couldn’t agree more. February 14th signifies a day of love in the UK, with an estimated 25 million cards being sent every… Continue reading Love, Wine x

An Interview with… Scott Malyon

Published on February 8, 2023. An Interview with… Scott Malyon Find out more about DWUK’s Wine Development and Training Manager, Scott Malyon.  How did your passion for wine start? It all started when I was the odd one out at the pub in my late teens when I was the one ordering a glass of Merlot… Continue reading An Interview with… Scott Malyon

12 Tips to Grow your Venue’s Social Media

Published on February 1, 2023. 12 Tips to Grow your Venue’s Social Media How to optimise, not minimise, your business. Social media can be daunting and scary for some; however, Drink Warehouse UK believes that it is a vital asset to use for your venue. By maintaining a good online profile, customers are more likely… Continue reading 12 Tips to Grow your Venue’s Social Media

7 Things Your Wine Label is Telling You

Published on January 27, 2023 7 Things your Wine Label is Telling You Your handy guide to get exactly what your venue needs. Buying wine can be a daunting and overwhelming challenge to face, especially when you have hundreds of wines to choose from. Understanding a wine label can really alleviate the frustration of choosing… Continue reading 7 Things Your Wine Label is Telling You

Two Drifters: Carbon Negative Rum

Published on January 23, 2023 Two Drifters: Carbon Negative Rum The perfect blend of rum, science, innovation and passion. At the core of Two Drifters is the constant desire to improve and strive for perfection.    Two Drifters was founded by Russ and Gemma Wakeham from Devon in 2019. From Gemma and Russ’s first date (rum… Continue reading Two Drifters: Carbon Negative Rum

Crabbie’s: Since 1801

Published on January 18, 2023 Crabbie’s: Since 1801 More than a ginger beer. The story of Crabbie’s began in Edinburgh, 1801 when Miller Crabbie became the father of a young boy – John Crabbie. Born into a thriving grocery and spirit merchant family business in one of the poorest and heavily industrialised areas of Edinburgh,… Continue reading Crabbie’s: Since 1801

Sheridan Coopers Wine

Published on January 17, 2023. Sheridan Coopers Wine How can we help YOU? Sheridan Coopers Wine was founded over 30 years ago with the ambition of introducing some of the best wines from around the world to the UK. Our passion, knowledge and commitment has seen Sheridan Coopers Wine grow to become a respected name within the UK… Continue reading Sheridan Coopers Wine