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LONDON — The average cost of a pint of beer in the U.K. has soared by 70% since 2008 — well ahead of inflation — and some Londoners are parting with as much as £8 ($9.70) for 568ml of the amber nectar.According to figures from consultancy firm CGA, the average cost of a pint has risen from £2.30 in 2008 to £3.95 in 2022, though prices vary drastically across locations. Average prices rose by 15 pence between 2021 and 2022, up almost 4%, one of the largest year-on-year increases since 2008.The average price of a pint at…

A bottle of Molson Coors Brewing Co. Blue Moon brand beerTiffany Hagler-Geard | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesMolson Coors Beverage is seeing a split emerge among its customers as inflation hits their wallets: some beer drinkers are trading down, while others are still shelling out for pricier six-packs.Shares of the beverage company fell more than 10% in morning trading Tuesday as concerns about the uncertain macroeconomic environment weighed on the stock. The company reported second-quarter earnings and revenue roughly in…

One of Pete Brown’s earliest memories is being “held in someone’s arms, in a space that glowed”. This was unusual in Barnsley in the 1970s, he writes, recalling the Technicolor tinsel and fairy lights in his local working men’s club every Christmas. They provided solace from the slag heaps and the permanently grey Pennine skies.But be under no illusions: this is not a romantic book, lost in misty memories. It is a deeply political one, about the community-owned cooperatives that fuelled the welfare state and the idea of…

Shoppers are trading down to cheap beer brands and discount cigarettes as they feel more pressure on their pocketbooks.Consumer prices in the U.S. rose at a 9.1% annual rate in June, the fastest pace in nearly 41 years, as strong consumer demand has collided with persistent supply shortages. In a survey released this month by the National Retail Federation, nearly half of consumers said that because of rising prices on everyday necessities, they were switching to cheaper alternatives. Vincent Jarbou, co-owner…

Colorado breweries nabbed 15 medals at the recent U.S. Open Beer Championship, according to an announcement Monday. Judges for the competition, which took place in Oxford, Ohio, evaluated more than 9,000 beers representing 150 styles. That pool included several homebrews that garnered gold at last year’s National Homebrew Competition, hosted by the American Homebrewers Association. Colorado-made brews landed one gold medal, seven silver and seven bronze. Lafayette’s Liquid Mechanics Brewing Co. was the biggest local…

Coors Light has new beer rolling out on draft exclusively in Denver this week that promises to taste like victory. That’s because Coors Light Champions Ice is literally brewed with shavings from the rink at Ball Arena, home of the Stanley Cup winning Colorado Avalanche. Fans will be able to try it on draft starting Thursday at select bars, including many near the victory parade route in downtown Denver. (See full list below.) “Our brewers scraped the ice from early in the Stanley Cup Finals, so Coors Light Champions Ice…

The healthiness of beer has been under scrutiny for quite a while. Some argue that even drinking two beers a day can damage your brain. Others say even a little alcohol can raise your risk of cancer. Now, though, the tables have turned, and scientists say drinking lager beer can actually be good for you. So long as you do it in moderation. Is drinking beer actually good for you? Image source: HQY/AmazonAccording to a new study, drinking one lager (whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic) a day can be very good…

By David L. Chandler, Massachusetts Institute of Technology June 22, 2022In this image, A control group of yeast cells (top row) is compared to yeast cells after they have accumulated lead from contaminated water (bottom row). Scanning electron microscope (SEM) images show, at left, an overview, and at center, a closer look at the yeast cells, and at right transmission electron microscope (TEM) images show an individual yeast cell. Credit: Courtesy of the researchers and edited by MIT NewsA new study shows that yeast, an…

Walking into TRVE Brewing Co. on South Broadway in Denver, the first thing you may notice is the metal music blaring from the speakers. That is, if you’re not already going there to enjoy one of the house-brewed beers paired with that specific soundtrack. Since it opened in 2012, TRVE Brewing Co. has unabashedly been a gathering place for metalheads, both local and visiting. But because the beer has earned a reputation as well-balanced and dependably delicious, it’s also become a destination for drinkers of all musical…

At a glanceExpert’s Rating ProsAdjustable temperatureAccompanying appImproved performanceQuieter operationOur VerdictIf you want the most luxurious beer dispense machine around then you just found it. The PerfectDraft Pro is the only one with Wi-Fi and its own app. While that’s nice to have, adjusting the temperature is the main upgrade here but the price and size might put some potential customers off. For years, the PerfectDraft has been the best beer dispense gadget for the home. Now there’s a new model in the form…