Alcolase secures ÂŁ1.3m to tackle alcohol intolerance in East Asia
BevTech startup Alcolase raises ÂŁ1.3m for enzyme technology addressing alcohol intolerance in 540M people, showcasing biotech innovation in beverage consumption and health.
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Tipple to help Botivo scale across Europe
Tipple's digital distribution platform demonstrates how tech can solve multi-market D2C challenges in beverages, with recent €4M seed funding validating the model.
Nicholson On Tap boasts triple-digit growth in UK
Demonstrates how operational technology can drive significant revenue growth in beverage service, with proven metrics showing 300%+ sales increases and improved efficiency across major venues.
Sakura Sake Shop launches Japan’s first low-carbon sake
Demonstrates data-driven carbon reduction in beverage production using carbon management platform Zevero—a replicable tech-enabled sustainability model for beverage founders.
This Week in BevTech | May 19, 2026
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May 18, 2026
Welcome back. Here's what caught my attention this week — a mix from the blog and what I've been reading.
TRENDING NEWS
CBP Connects Chicago: Small Room, Big Insights (June 15-17) | event
Industry event for craft brewery operators featuring tech solutions like Tapwise
Olivier Goudet acquires Wine-Searcher
Wine-Searcher acquisition shows data platform consolidation by major investor with beverage portfolio (Dr Pepper). Plans for AI expansion signal tech trends in drinks pricing/analytics.
Abstract Ice brings customisable craft ice to on-trade
BevTech startup founded by Lagunitas execs uses patented tech to produce craft ice faster/cheaper, tripling revenue YoY with 2,000 accounts—strong product-market fit in hospitality ops.