HEINEKEN, the third-largest brewer in the world, sold more beer at higher prices in the third quarter than a year earlier, helped by stronger African markets and a rebound in Russia to report surprise increases in volumes and revenue.

THERE’S this funny inspirational poster you may have seen: The first drawing shows a giant fish, mouth agape, chasing a tiny minnow.

Barely had the presidential plane taken off and Diageo warned of job losses at the old Guinness heartland in St James’s Gate, leaving a bitter taste for some and a challenge for Diageo Ireland MD John Kennedy, writes Kyran Fitzgerald

A growing awareness of Irish food and beverage products among buyers and consumers in China is set for a boost.

BEAMISH and Crawford will no longer produce Miller products following a decision by SABMiller to end its contract with the Cork-based brewer.

BEAMISH & Crawford, the Cork-based brewer, has reported another successful year. Beer sales across its Beamish stout, Miller and Foster brands were up by 10% compared with 2005.

A spectacular television ad for the Ryder Cup will feature the most hi-tech special effects ever used in Ireland.