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The Brewers Journal bridges the disconnect between breweries and those that enable the brewing process and the wealth of products and services that exist around that. The Brewers Journal launched as a UK print publication, and now in its ninth year is the leading brewing magazine, a fortnightly podcast, regional live events, the largest brewing congress, a daily-updated website and active weekly newsletter.
our brands
The Brewers Journal brand has grown from a bi-monthly magazine to a suite of products including podcasts, magazines, live events and a complete online offering. The breadth of products allows us to offer bespoke marketing solutions to match your individual requirements and preferences.
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editorial plan
As of 2026, The Brewers Journal as adopted a ‘digital first’ policy, meaning that all content will first appear on the website or a podcast before running in any analogue form. We publish daily news updates to the website driving repeating daily visits. We also deliver deeper content on a daily basis to knowledge share, provide evergreen resources and encourage longer engagement.
Weekly schedule
Monday: Unplanned / ad hoc content responding to seasonal changes and industry movement, such as our Brewers Intelligence reports.
Tuesday: Monthly focus, a series of articles providing how to guides, trouble shooting tips, commercial insights and buying guides.
Wednesday: Brewers Journal Podcast a personal chat with a brewery or industry expert that can share their own journey and advice for others.
Thursday: The Long Read article, either a Meet the Brewery, a Home Brew Hero, a Talking Point or a Big Interview piece.
Friday: The Newsletter, a round up of the week’s content and upcoming events for the next few weeks, sent directly into subscribers inboxes.
Monthly Focus
2026
- July Brewery software: digital tools for modern brewers
- August Bottling and Canning
- September Implementing Sensory Systems for Quality Control
- October Contract Brewing Services
- November Taproom Tech, DTC, and Brand Experience
Explores how front-of-house technology, data, and design converge to maximise profit margins and customer loyalty. - December The Digital Brewhouse (AI, IoT, and Automation).
Focuses on the transition from manual brewing to data-driven, automated operations.
2027
- January The Science of Non-Alcoholic Brewing
The fastest-growing segment in the industry requires serious technological investment to taste good. - February Decarbonization & Energy Transition
How breweries are re-engineering their power sources to meet strict climate targets and cut energy bills. - March Next-Gen Yeast & Bio-Flavor Engineering
Explores the rapid evolution of fermentation science, moving beyond traditional strains. - April Water Stewardship & Effluent Technology
A critical cost-saving and environmental theme focusing on the brewing industry’s most consumed resource. - May Advanced Hop Science & Biotransformation
Moving past basic hopping to the chemistry of flavor extraction and preservation. - June Packaging Automation & Shelf-Life Science
Focuses on the technical challenges of keeping beer fresh from the line to the consumer. - July Future Grains & Climate-Resilient Malting
An examination of the agricultural supply chain and how malting technology is adapting to a changing climate. - August Separation & Filtration Science
The technical pursuit of clarity, yield optimisation, and product stability. - September Smart Cellar Operations & Cold-Block Tech
Focuses on maximizing the efficiency, throughput, and safety of the fermentation and conditioning cellar. - October Rapid Microbiology & Quality Control
The lab tech required to protect a brewery’s brand reputation from contamination. - November Smart Dispense & Draft Technology
Bridging the gap between the brewery gates and the consumer’s glass to ensure quality is maintained. - December Cold Chain, Cooperage & Smart Logistics
Focuses on the science of maintaining product quality through the supply chain and the technology of asset management.
January 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Fermentation to Fizz: Optimising CO2 and alternatives in Beer Production
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 7th, 21st
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
February 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Sustainable Packaging
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST:, 4th, 18th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
MAGAZINE: Spring edition
Copy deadline: 5th February
Published: 21st February
Focus: CO2 recovery and Nitrogen in the brewhouse
Spotlight: Sustainable packaging innovations
Crossing Continents: North America, with CBC show preview
Bonus circulation: Canada
March 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
The future of ingredients
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST:, 4th, 18th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED:4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
APRIL 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Brewery software: digital tools for modern brewers
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 8th, 22nd
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
May 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Renewable energy in brewing: solar, biogas, and microgrid
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 6th, 20th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
MAGAZINE: Summer edition
Copy deadline: 1st May
Published: 22nd May
Focus: Yeast innovations
Spotlight: Sustainable energy
Focus: Brewery software and brewhouse tools
Crossing Continents: South America
Bonus circulation: South America, Brazil Brau and the Brewers Lectures Exeter.
June 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Greener Brewing
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 10th, 24th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
JULY 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Hygiene by Design: Building a Cleaner, Safer Brewhouse
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 8th, 22nd
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22rd, 29th
AUGUST 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Bottling and Canning
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 5th, 19th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
MAGAZINE: Autumn edition
Copy deadline: 7th August
Published: 26st August
Focus: Bottling and canning innovations
Spotlight: Hygiene and Cleaning in Place (CIP)
Focus: Financial tools and services for a better business
Crossing Continents: Asia
Bonus circulation: Asia, China Brew and the Brewers Congress
SEPTEMBER 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Implementing Sensory Systems for Quality Control
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 9th, 23rd
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
EVENTS: Brewers Congress, London
OCTOBER 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Contract Brewing Services
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 7th, 21st
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
NOVEMBER 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Containers and Distribution
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 4th, 18th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
MAGAZINE: Winter edition
Copy deadline: 5th November
Published: 19th November
Focus: Quality Control and its role in brewing better beer
Spotlight: Casks, kegs, containers and distribution
Focus: Water treatment and wastewater services
Crossing Continents: Europe
Bonus circulation: Europe, the Dutch Craft Beer Conference and the Brewers Lectures Leeds
DECEMBER 2026
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Strategic Branding for modern brewers
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 9th, 23rd
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
january 2027
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Industrial IoT & Connected Equipment
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 6th, 20th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
february 2027
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Renewable energy in brewing
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 3rd, 17th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
MAGAZINE: Spring edition
Copy deadline: 4th February
Published: 18th February
Focus: Renewable energy in brewing: solar, biogas, and microgrid systems
Spotlight: Industrial IoT & Connected Equipment
Focus: Hop Innovations
Crossing Continents: North America
Bonus circulation: Brewers Lectures Norwich
march 2027
DIGITAL TAKEOVER:
Customer Experience & Revenue Optimization
Every month we host a homepage, podcast and newsletter takeover focusing on the topics critical to every brewers’ success.
PODCAST BROADCAST: 3rd, 17th
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Our rate card
Online rates
| Product | GBP |
|---|---|
|
Website advert – run of site (350px wide by 350px tall) |
£30 CPM |
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Pop up advert – run of site for one month (350-700px wide x 350px tall) |
£3,500 |
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Newsletter banner – one month (350px wide by 200px tall) |
£1,250 |
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Podcast: 60 second branded message – all episodes for one month |
£1,150 |
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Podcast: 60 second branded message – one episode for the life of the podcast |
£850 |
| Digital exposure package | GBP |
|---|---|
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One month: website advert, podcast advert and newsletter banner |
£2,550 |
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Three months: website advert, podcast advert and newsletter banner |
£5,850 |
Partnered content rates
| Product | Rate |
|---|---|
|
Brewers Intelligence report, print and online (1,000 words) |
£2,500 |
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Online feature length article (1,500 words) |
£1,750 |
|
Online news article (500 words) |
£950 |
|
Solus newsletter |
£2,150 |
|
Podcast episode |
£2,150 |
Event rates
| Product | GBP |
|---|---|
|
Brewers Lectures sponsorship |
£3,500 |
Brewers Congress and Brewers Choices awards packages can be found here
Print rates
Double page spread
297mm tall x 420mm wide
(With bleed – 303mm tall x 426mm wide)
Half page
Vertical – 260mm tall x 90mm wide
Horizontal – 125mm tall x 190mm wide
Full page
297mm tall x 210mm wide
(With bleed – 303mm tall x 216mm wide)
Quarter page
125mm tall x 90mm wide
| Space | Rate |
|---|---|
|
DPS |
£2,950 |
|
Full page |
£2,150 |
|
Half page |
£1,750 |
|
Quarter |
£1,150 |
All print and digital advertising is eligible for a series discount of 10%.
Contact us
Product lead
Josh Henderson
josh@brewersjournal.info
+44 7429 183 981
Editorial
Tim Sheahan
tim@brewersjournal.info
+44 7815 574 830