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Iconic booze brand launches a ‘tropical beer' for the first time
Iconic booze brand launches a ‘tropical beer' for the first time

Scottish Sun

time10-07-2025

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  • Scottish Sun

Iconic booze brand launches a ‘tropical beer' for the first time

Plus, we reveal more popular drinks making a come back this summer NEW BOOZER Iconic booze brand launches a 'tropical beer' for the first time An iconic booze brand has launched a new "tropical beer-inspired" drink for the first time. Captain Morgan has introduced an exciting new drink, much to the delight of its fans. 1 Captain Morgan has launched a new Muck Pit brew for customers to try The iconic rum maker's "Muck Pit Brew," described as a "tropical beer-inspired drink with a gently fizzy twist, combines spiced rum, hops, and vibrant Caribbean vibes." The flavours are inspired by hops, which are a common ingredient found in beer, and fermented fruits such as mango. The booze contains 4% alcohol by volume (ABV) and is available in 440ml cans. It's available to purchase online in packs of 12 for £30 and can also be found in select venues across the UK. This article will be updated with further details as they become available. Some punters have already got their hands on the drink and described it as "delicious". Another customer said online: "I drank this at ParkLife festival and bought more for home - absolutely delicious and very different. "It's a really interesting blend but definitely works - especially in warm weather." Nin Taank, marketing manager at Captain Morgan, said: "We wanted to give people something different to drink when out with their friends. "The drink draws inspiration from production methods steeped in tradition and perfectly blends these with current trends for tropical flavours to create a truly unique drink that not only draws from the past, but also looks to the future. " Paris bars serving bogus modified pint glasses that contain a QUARTER less beer than they claim Captain Morgan, which is owned by Diageo, also sells a number of pre-mixed cans, such as spiced rum and cola. It also sells a bottles of 0% rum for those looking for an alcohol free alternative. NEW SUMMER PRODUCTS Captain Morgan is not the only brand shaking up its product line ahead of the summer. Double Diamond is now also available on the high street after being brought back last year following a two decade hiatus. Walkers have launched two new additions under its That's Nuts range, including a Doritos Flamin' Hot and Wotsists flavour. Quavers has also launched a new Red Leicester Quaver, which is available in a number of stores now. White chocolate Maltesers made a grand return to shelves earlier this year after a 10-year hiatus. A 30g bag is currently available to buy in Morrisons for £1.05, while a larger 74g pouch costs £1.75.

Iconic booze brand launches a ‘tropical beer' for the first time
Iconic booze brand launches a ‘tropical beer' for the first time

The Sun

time10-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • The Sun

Iconic booze brand launches a ‘tropical beer' for the first time

An iconic booze brand has launched a new "tropical beer-inspired" drink for the first time. Captain Morgan has introduced an exciting new drink, much to the delight of its fans. The iconic rum maker's "Muck Pit Brew," described as a "tropical beer-inspired drink with a gently fizzy twist, combines spiced rum, hops, and vibrant Caribbean vibes." The flavours are inspired by hops, which are a common ingredient found in beer, and fermented fruits such as mango. The booze contains 4% alcohol by volume (ABV) and is available in 440ml cans. It's available to purchase online in packs of 12 for £30 and can also be found in select venues across the UK. This article will be updated with further details as they become available. Some punters have already got their hands on the drink and described it as "delicious". Another customer said online: "I drank this at ParkLife festival and bought more for home - absolutely delicious and very different. "It's a really interesting blend but definitely works - especially in warm weather." Nin Taank, marketing manager at Captain Morgan, said: "We wanted to give people something different to drink when out with their friends. "The drink draws inspiration from production methods steeped in tradition and perfectly blends these with current trends for tropical flavours to create a truly unique drink that not only draws from the past, but also looks to the future. " Captain Morgan, which is owned by Diageo, also sells a number of pre-mixed cans, such as spiced rum and cola. It also sells a bottles of 0% rum for those looking for an alcohol free alternative. NEW SUMMER PRODUCTS Captain Morgan is not the only brand shaking up its product line ahead of the summer. Double Diamond is now also available on the high street after being brought back last year following a two decade hiatus. Walkers have launched two new additions under its That's Nuts range, including a Doritos Flamin' Hot and Wotsists flavour. Quavers has also launched a new Red Leicester Quaver, which is available in a number of stores now. White chocolate Maltesers made a grand return to shelves earlier this year after a 10-year hiatus. A 30g bag is currently available to buy in Morrisons for £1.05, while a larger 74g pouch costs £1.75. How to save money buying alcohol Alcohol can be pricey if you're planning a party or hosting an event but there are ways to cut costs. It's always important to drink responsibly, here, Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements share some tips on getting booze for the best price. Stocking up can mean big savings on drinks, especially if you want to buy wine or fizz. The big supermarkets regularly offer discounts of 25% when you buy six or more bottles of wine. The promotions typically run in the lead up to occasions such as Bank Holidays, Christmas and Easter. If you know you are going to need booze later in the year, it can be worth acting when you see offers. Before buying your preferred drink make sure you shop around to find the best price – you can use a comparison site such as or Don't forget that loyalty cards can unlock better savings so make sure you factor that in too. If you like your plonk, wine clubs can also be a good way to save money and try new varieties. You'll usually have to pay a membership fee in return for cheaper price so work out if you will be buying enough to make the one off cost worthwhile.

TRNSMT 2025: Bar prices - how much a pint and glass of wine will cost at Glasgow music festival
TRNSMT 2025: Bar prices - how much a pint and glass of wine will cost at Glasgow music festival

Scotsman

time10-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Scotsman

TRNSMT 2025: Bar prices - how much a pint and glass of wine will cost at Glasgow music festival

The full list of bar prices for this weekend's TRNSMT festival have been released. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The weekend music festival takes place this weekend (11-13 July) and thousands of festival goers will descend on Glasgow Green to see the likes of 50 Cent, Biffy Clyro, Snow Patrol, Gracie Abrams and more, and they will not be short of food and drink options to accompany an amazing weekend of live music. There are exciting new food vendors , including Wholesome Junkies, who featured on BBC's My Million Pound Menu, and who make vegan comfort food. But with a heatwave due, many will be looking to keep refreshed at the bar. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad While soft drink prices have been available via the app, the organisers haven't released bar prices until now. There will be a selection of beers, wines and hard seltzers available throughout the three-day event. Prices have gone up since last year, by about 25-50p on some drinks. Here's what you can expect to pay at this year's festival. Remember TRNSMT uses cashless payment only, so be sure to bring cards/contactless. If you're heading to TRNSMT Festival, here is when the gates will open and what time the arena will close. | John Devlin TRNSMT 2025 bar prices - including price of a pint Beer and cider Carlsberg Pilsner (pint) £6.75 Somersby Cider (pint) £6.95 Carlsberg 0.0% (330ml) £5.50 White Claw hard seltzer Blackberry (330ml) £7.20 Mango (330ml) £7.20 Green apple (330ml) £7.20 Raspberry (330ml) £7.20 Spirits and mixers Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka (25ml) £8 Gordon's London Dry Gin (25ml) £8 Gordon's Pink Gin (25ml) £8.50 Captain Morgan's Dark Rum (25ml) £8 Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold (25ml) £8 Johnnie Walker Black Label (25ml) £8 Casamigos Blanco Tequila (25ml) £12 Vodka & Rockstar Energy Drink (25ml) £10.20 Mixers include ginger beer, Pepsi Max, R White's Lemonade, soda water, pineapple juice, pink grapefruit soda and tonic. Ready to drink spirit and mixer Smirnoff Miami Peach & Lemonade (250ml) £9 Smirnoff Raspberry Crush & Lemonade (250ml) £9 Captain Morgan x Pepsi MAX (250ml) £9 Gordon's Gin & Tonic (250ml) £9 Johnnie Walker & Lemonade (250ml) £9 Captain Morgan Muck Pit Brew (440ml) £9 Wine Single serve, white, red and rose (187ml) £8 Tropical Guava (250ml) £4 Peach Zero Sugar (330ml) £4 Original (250ml) £4

TRNSMT 2025 bar prices for beers, wine, spirits and more unveiled as pint costs jump
TRNSMT 2025 bar prices for beers, wine, spirits and more unveiled as pint costs jump

Daily Record

time10-07-2025

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  • Daily Record

TRNSMT 2025 bar prices for beers, wine, spirits and more unveiled as pint costs jump

Here's the full list of drinks prices for TRNSMT TRNSMT is about to turn Glasgow Green into one of Scotland's biggest festivals. Headliners like 50 Cent, Biffy Clyro and Snow Patrol are set to entertain some 150,000 festival-goers over the weekend. But while revellers enjoy the music, most will be making frequent visits to the bar. Nothing beats sipping on a refreshing beverage while enjoying your favourite artist. And with Scotland's weather set to be a scorcher over the three-day event, no doubt it will be thronged with thirsty music fans. ‌ Thankfully, the official list of bar prices for this year's cashless festival (remember to bring your card or contactless device) has been released, reports Glasgow Live, with a selection of beers, wines and seltzers to keep music lovers satisfied throughout the three-day event. ‌ However, punters may not be happy to hear that certain prices have risen since last year's festivities. Comparing the latest costs to 2024's festival, a pint of Carlsberg has jumped from £6.50 to £6.75, wile a glass of vino is now £8 after costing £7.50. And those who prefer a tin of Hard Seltzer should expect to pay 20p more than the £7. You can check out TRNSMT 2024 bar prices for a full comparison. So what's on the menu this year and how much will punters pay to stay refreshed? Read on for the full bar price list for this year's edition of TRNSMT festival. TRNSMT Bar Prices for 2025 Beer/cider Carlsberg Pilsner (pint) £6.75 Somersby Cider (pint) £6.95 Carlsber 0.0% (330ml) £5.50 White Claw Hard Seltzer Blackberry (330ml) £7.20 Mango (330ml) £7.20 Green apple (330ml) £7.20 Raspberry (330ml) £7.20 ‌ Spirits with mixers Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka (25ml) £8 Gordon's London Dry Gin (25ml) £8 Gordon's Pink Gin (25ml) £8.50 Captain Morgan's Dark Rum (25ml) £8 Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold (25ml) £8 Johnnie Walker Black Label (25ml) £8 Casamigos Blanco Tequila (25ml) £12 Vodkaa & Rockstar Energy Drink (25ml) £10.20 Mixers include ginger beer, Pepsi Max, R White's Lemonade, soda water, pineapple juice, pink grapefruit soda and tonic. ‌ Ready to drink spirit and mixer Smirnoff Miami Peach & Lemonade (250ml) £9 Smirnoff Raspberry Crush & Lemonade (250ml) £9 Captain Morgan x Pepsi MAX (250ml) £9 Gordon's Gin & Tonic (250ml) £9 Johnnie Walker & Lemonade (250ml) £9 Captain Morgan Muck Pit Brew (440ml) £9 Wines Single serve, white, red and rose (187ml) £8 Rockstar Energy Drinks Tropical Guava (250ml) £4 Peach Zero Sugar (330ml) £4 Original (250ml) £4 ‌ Soft drinks Water (500ml) £2.60 Pepsi (330ml) £3.15 7 UP Zero (330ml) £2.95 J20 Orange & Passionfruit (250ml) £3.50 In other TRNSMT news, a heatwave is expected for the whole weekend, so those who are boozing should remember to shelter from the sun and keep hydrated. According to the Met Office's forecast for Glasgow, the heat is to kick off straight away with Friday's (July 11) temperatures peaking at 28C in the late afternoon. Those with hay fever should remember to bring their tissues and antihistamines, as pollen levels are also expected to be high. ‌ Saturday, July 12 will see the heat wave peak, as the mercury is forecast to reach a searing 30C in the Dear Green Place. On this day, pollen levels are forecast as very high. Sunday will see slightly cooler but still piping conditions in Glasgow, with temperatures peaking at a more manageable 26C. The minimum temperatures across the weekend are expected to hover around 15C, but UV levels are to be high across the three-day festival, so revellers should be careful to protect themselves from the sun. Met Office Chief Meteorologist Jason Kelly, said: ' Scotland is also expected to meet heatwave criteria over the weekend. This hot spell is forecast to last longer and cover a broader area than previous ones so far this summer and pollen and UV levels will be very high in some areas." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.

Prices for alcohol at TRNSMT 2025 in Glasgow revealed
Prices for alcohol at TRNSMT 2025 in Glasgow revealed

Glasgow Times

time10-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Glasgow Times

Prices for alcohol at TRNSMT 2025 in Glasgow revealed

The popular Scottish music festival, set to welcome around 150,000 attendees, kicks off on Friday, July 11, at Glasgow Green. Final preparations are well underway, with crews working to complete the city-centre site. READ MORE: Urgent warning ahead of TRNSMT 2025 in Glasgow This year, the event features four new stages, including the much-anticipated BBC Radio 1 Dance Stage, which replaces the Boogie Bar. Big-name acts such as 50 Cent, Snow Patrol, and Biffy Clyro are among those expected to perform. The Hangout—an over-18s-only zone—is also set to return, promising a dedicated space for adult festival-goers. Organisers have expanded food and drink offerings to complement the all-in-one entertainment experience. However, those looking to indulge should expect steep prices across the board. The Scottish Sun has reported that a price list from Bar 2, one of the official festival bars, reveals the following: Beer/Cider Carlsberg Pilsner (pint) £6.75 Somersby Cider (pint) £6.95 Carlsber 0.0% (330ml) £5.50 Spirits with mixers Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka (25ml) £8 Gordon's London Dry Gin (25ml) £8 Gordon's Pink Gin (25ml) £8.50 Captain Morgan's Dark Rum (25ml) £8 Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold (25ml) £8 Johnnie Walker Black Label (25ml) £8 Casamigos Blanco Tequila (25ml) £12 Vodkaa & Rockstar Energy Drink (25ml) £10.20 Mixers include Ginger Beer, Pepsi Max, R White's Lemonade, Soda Water, Pineapple Juice, Pink Grapefruit Soda and Tonic. Ready to drink spirit and mixer Smirnoff Miami Peach and Lemonade (250ml) £9 Smirnoff Raspberry Crush and Lemonade (250ml) £9 Captain Morgan x Pepsi MAX (250ml) £9 Gordon's Gin and Tonic (250ml) £9 Johnnie Walker and Lemonade (250ml) £9 Captain Morgan Muck Pit Brew (440ml) £9 White Claw Hard Seltzer Blackberry (330ml) £7.20 Mango (330ml) £7.20 Green Apple (330ml) £7.20 Raspberry (330ml) £7.20 Wines Single serve, white, red and rose (187ml) £8 Rockstar Energy Drinks Tropical Guava (250ml) £4 Peach Zero Sugar (330ml) £4 Original (250ml) £4 Soft drinks Water (500ml) £2.60 Pepsi (330ml) £3.15 7 UP Zero (330ml) £2.95 J20 Orange & Passionfruit (250ml) £3.50 READ MORE: TRNSMT food prices REVEALED including £15.50 pizza Food prices revealed earlier this week show that fish and chips—a festival favourite—will be available from two vendors, with prices ranging from £13 to £14.50. Pizza fans will have plenty of choice, with five vendors serving slices priced between £12.50 and £15.50. For those after a simpler option, a basic portion of chips will cost around £5, while adding curry sauce or other toppings could push the price up to approximately £9.50. With temperatures expected to rise and a high wildfire warning already in place for Glasgow and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has urged attendees to stay hydrated, protect themselves from the sun, and be mindful of their wellbeing and others.

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