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Irish Examiner
28-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Cork stout Murphys continues to surge in UK market with double digit growth
Sales of Murphy's Stout have continued to surge in the UK, with the brand experiencing double digit growth there in 2025. Brewing giant Heineken released its 2025 first half results on Monday, with revenues down 5% to €16.9bn for the year after reporting a 0.4% fall in volumes globally during the second quarter. But Cork stout brand Murphy's continues to shine for Heineken. "Distribution gains and new draught placement in the on-trade supported the strong growth of Murphy's Stout," the company said. The UK is the world's largest market for stout, worth more than €1bn. Murphys has enjoyed massive growth in the past 18 months, buoyed further by the international success of rival Guinness pushing increased stout sales. Sales of Murphy's rose by 176% overall in the UK's on-licence trade in 2024. Heineken even launched a new 'Map O'Murphy's' last year, outlining all the places in the UK selling the Cork beverage. Overall, Heineken saw a decline in beer volumes. A dispute with retailers in key European markets like France, Spain, and the Netherlands affected sales despite a summer heatwave and the brewer reported a 0.4% fall in volumes during the second quarter. The disputes are now resolved. Chief executive Dolf van den Brink also welcomed the trade deal agreed between the US and the EU, though Heineken's European produce will still face a 15% tariff entering the US market. Mr van den Brink also said the company is looking to increase cost savings to €500m. "In the first half of 2025, we are ahead of our target by delivering more than €300m of gross savings across variable and fixed expenses. We therefore are increasing our ambition for 2025 to €500 million of gross savings. All regions thus far have contributed in a significant way," he said.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Clipse ‘Let God Sort Em Out': The 25 Best Lines
'This is culturally inappropriate.' More from Billboard Dropkick Murphys Fights Back in America's 'Time of Crisis' on New Album 'For the People' The Return of Ryn Weaver: 'I've Waited So Long Now - I'm Ready to Do the Damn Thing' Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters Now - But Her Greatest 'Taylor's Version' Song Ensures the Legacy of Her Re-Recordings That's the tagline that you'll hear throughout the Clipse's first album in 15 years. 'We know when we're being ignorant,' said Malice during an interview with Elliott Wilson after being asked what the phrase meant. And some of the lines you'll read on this list are just that: ignorant. There's no shortage of references about drug dealing and subliminal shots. They talk about things like needing more space to turn coca leaves into a paste so that it eventually can be made into cocaine. Pusha T delivers maniacal bars like a comic book villain with a knack for dark humor while his older brother toes the line of good and evil with the demeanor of a serial killer. In short, the Clipse delivered a masterclass in barology that has become a lost art in today's mainstream rap landscape. With rap features from Tyler, The Creator, Kendrick Lamar, Stove God Cooks, Re-Up Gang affiliate Ab-Liva, and the legendary Nas Escobar, Let God Sort Em Out spans multiple generations of rap over the course of 13 tracks and each guest held their own as they were given the task to match wits with the two best siblings to ever pick up a microphone. The task was painstakingly impossible, but I was somehow able to pick out 25 lines to wax poetic about and rank. I'm sure I'll change my mind on a couple of these after it's been published, so please be polite when hopping in my mentions. Check out the 25 best lines on Let God Sort Em Out below. Song: 'Inglorious Bastards' Who said it? Ab-Liva What's a Clipse project without an Ab-Liva feature? And what's an Ab-Liva feature without a standout line like comparing his Benz to the Prince of Pan-Africanism, a.k.a. King Kong Consciousness a.k.a. Dr. Umar Johnson? Song: 'So Far Ahead' Who said it? Malice The strange case of No Malice and Malice. Song: 'Let God Sort Em Out/Chandeliers' Who said it? Nas From changing the game with Illmatic in '94 to winning Grammys during the latter part of his career, Esco can still rap circles around your favorite rappers. That's why he's able to rock chandeliers around his neck. Song: 'Let God Sort Em Out/Chandeliers' Who said it? Malice & Pusha T These guys are diabolical. Song: 'F.I.C.O.' Who said it? Malice 'I am two-point-two pounds, you're barely a hundred and twenty-five grams. Wouldn't expect y'all to understand this money.' Song: 'All Things Considered' Who said it? Pusha T What a shady bar this is. Song: 'M.T.B.T.T.F.' Who said it? Pusha T No rapper can express villainy and disgust quite like Pusha T. Song: 'M.T.B.T.T.F.' Who said it? Malice Okay, we get it. Yeah, you too. Song: 'So Far Ahead'Who said it? Pusha T I know you was sick when you saw your mans singing like a bird after they give him some McDonald's on that episode of The First 48. Song: 'Ace Trumpets'Who said it? Pusha T Do the knowledge. Song: 'F.I.C.O.' Who said it? Pusha T 'The last words you hear in the trunk' is such a crazy line, I don't know where to start. Something is clearly wrong with Pusha T. Song: 'F.I.C.O.' Who said it? Pusha T I would like to refer you to the last rule on the list of the 'Ten Crack Commandments.' Song: 'Chains & Whips' Who said it? Kendrick Lamar Biases aside, Kendrick is the King of Rap at this very moment. You don't have to like it but you must acknowledge it. Song: 'P.O.V.' Who said it? Tyler, The Creator S—t-talkin' metaphors and bars about the pitfalls of success — this is rap music from the No. 1 Clipster. Song: 'E.B.I.T.D.A.' Who said it? Pusha T & Malice I wish Push and Malice would go back and forth like this more often like Kiss and Styles. The line about making paste takes me back to watching those first couple seasons of Narcos. Song: 'F.I.C.O.' Who said it? Stove God Cooks Spike Lee couldn't paint a better picture. Hopefully this is the first of many collabs between the Clipse and Stove because it's a match made in cocaine heaven. And I'm aware that the God was only on chorus duty, but Pusha said during a playback I attended a few weeks back that he sent him the track and let him do his thing, so it counts. Song: 'P.O.V.' Who said it? Pusha T 'Jewelry shoppin' out of the country, deluxe luxury/ People sayin' that my chains look truck on me/ But what about the Wonder Woman bracelet?/ Two-oh point three diamond cut engraved rubies kid, I laced it' That's Ghostface on Raekwon's 'Ice Water' for context when it comes to that mention and there's still more layers to what's being said here. Wrist work while manning the stove, birds in the air, and references about Miami kingpins and South American home court advantage like when road teams have to play in Denver. Just elite level rapping. Song: 'Let God Sort Em Out/Chandeliers'Who said it? Pusha T & Malice They're like the Salamanca twins in Breaking Bad. Song: 'Ace Trumpets'Who said it? Pusha T One sniff and suddenly you're wearing white overalls and moving at a hundred miles a minute. Song: 'Chains & Whips' Who said it? Pusha T The first verse on 'Chains & Whips' is essentially directed at Jim Jones, and Push recently explained the 'enamel' line to Genius in a way that made his older brother chuckle. I'm also aware that I included most of the verse and when this is a list about lines but you gotta allow it. Song: 'Let God Sort Em Out/Chandeliers'Who said it? Pusha T Push could pen a horror script. Song: 'P.O.V.' Who said it? Malice Malice came back like he never left with sobering yet menacing raps. The guy raps like he's a psychopath that has a secret life being a community leader like a deacon or something like that — or like if Dexter ran a soup kitchen. Song: 'So Be It' Who said it? Pusha T He put Travis in a blender, man. No wonder Travis decided to drop Jackboys 2 during the same weekend we get the first Clipse album in about 15 years. Song: 'Ace Trumpets'Who said it? Pusha T I covered this when I did a 'Best Lines' list when 'Ace Trumpets' dropped, and Push notably sent in a correction on X which helped us get some traffic — so shouts to him and this insane line. Song: 'Ace Trumpets'Who said it? Malice Might be the line of the year. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The Coolest Houses You Can Buy for Under $100,000 in America
If you're looking to buy an amazing-looking house for an affordable price, there are plenty of options out there. For this list, as you would expect, the coolest homes you can buy for under $100,000 are typically fixer-uppers. Trending Now: For You: But the houses on this list have a lot of character and just need a little love to turn them into homes. List price: $99,000 Location: Selmer, Tennessee Features like wide wood trim, a columned fireplace and pocket doors make this Victorian home in Selmer, Tennessee a great fit for someone who wants to give this house some TLC. The rounded wrap around porch adds even more charm to this 1916 home. Consider This: This property is located in a campground in Barre, Massachusetts, and is the perfect place for a summer getaway. It has a loft are for sleeping, a small kitchen and living space, and in unit laundry. Nestled among trees, it brings a touch of tranquility to a busy world. List price: $25,000 Location: Wheeling, West Virginia Bring your DIY dreams to life with this 3,000-square-foot fixer-upper that needs a little love, and a lot of paint. The curved staircase, fireplace and skylights reveal a house that was built with care and attention to detail. List price: $99,000 Location: Murphys, California This house needs quite a bit of work, but it's situated on nearly seven acres of quiet woods. While much of this cabin needs to be completely renovated, it still retains some interesting architectural features like a wide window seat and beautiful wood stove. List price: $48,000 Location: Wichita, Kansas While not a single-family home, this apartment is located in a historic co-op building with access to a sunroom with views of downtown Wichita, beautiful common areas, a laundry room and a small library. The apartment features hardwood floors and large windows. List price: $92,000 Location: Canton, Kansas Get ready to roll up your sleeves to make this one a home. This is another Victorian with the quintessential wide wood trim and pocket doors, and the wrap-around porch is the perfect spot to sip a coffee while looking out over the 1.5 acre lot and swinging on the porch swing. List price: $41,000 Location: Enid, Oklahoma The incredible brickwork on the exterior of this Enid, Oklahoma house gives a hint as to the brick and wood patterns on the inside. The basketweave design outside is also found on an interior fireplace, and the hardwood flooring features interesting layouts. The home also has original features, like a phone nook and rounded door frames. List price: $64,900 Location: Marion, Kansas This classic craftsman features dark wood trim and hardwood floors, and it's bigger than it looks. With five bedrooms, there's plenty of room for the whole family or to have a home office or craft room. List price: $87,000 Location: Truth or Consequences, New Mexico This home may not be the 'coolest' on the list, but the name of the town where it's located is Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, which is pretty cool. More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban Warns of 'Red Rural Recession' -- 4 States That Could Get Hit Hard 6 Hybrid Vehicles To Stay Away From in Retirement How Much Money Is Needed To Be Considered Middle Class in Your State? This article originally appeared on The Coolest Houses You Can Buy for Under $100,000 in America
Glasgow Times
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Why this pub with over 1000 whiskies is Glasgow's top-rated
The Pot Still on Hope Street has operated in some shape or form since 1867 and has had a number of families at its helm. The Murphys, who are the location's current owners, have been involved in the bar since 2003, taking full control in 2011. Since then, the establishment has gone on to win both the Scottish Dram Awards' Whisky Bar of the Year accolade and Scottish Field magazine's Whisky Bar of the Year Award in 2016, according to The Pot Still's website. The Pot Still (Image: Tripadvisor) Why this iconic Glasgow pub with 'mind-blowing selection' of whiskies is the city's top-rated The pub in the heart of Glasgow has received heaps of praise from pubgoers, with users on Tripadvisor giving it a 4.7/5 out of 1322 reviews. Discussing the bar, one visitor said: "Mind-blowing selection of malt whiskies. Very, very busy but quite rightly so. "Good to hear Glasgow voices mixed with tourists from all over the world, and no music or TV pumping out media garbage. Exactly how a pub should be, please don't ever change." The Pot Still in Glasgow has operated in some form since the 19th century (Image: Tripadvisor) Recommended Reading: A second patron penned: "The Pot Still is hands down one of the best whisky bars in Glasgow! With an incredible selection of whiskies from all over Scotland (and beyond), it's a must-visit for both whisky lovers and those just starting their journey. "The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of character—exactly what you'd hope for in a proper Scottish pub." A third person added: "Get there early to make sure you can sample the super Scotch pies. I had haggis and black pudding pie with beans - scrumptious!"
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Beer drinkers discover an Irish stout that's 'better than Guinness' - after shortage left pubs and supermarkets dry
Stout drinkers in the UK are only just discovering another beer that is set to rival Guinness - after a nationwide shortage caused chaos last Christmas. Murphy's Irish Stout, which is brewed in Cork, Ireland, was created in 1856 - over a decade before Guinness - and has been a firm favourite in Ireland for decades. Now it appears that British stout fans, many of whom have been Guinness loyalists, are developing a taste for the smooth, rich beverage with notes of coffee and chocolate. For over 100 years, Murphy's was brewed independently at Lady's Well Brewery, Cork, before it was acquired by Heineken in 1983. According to the Irish Examiner, the demand for Murphy's in the UK skyrocketed over the Christmas period as supply issues with Guinness boosted sales for its rival stout. Figures released by Heineken showed demand for Murphy's rose by 632 per cent in December 2024. In addition to supply, continued price hikes from Guinness manufacturer Diage, also helped smaller rivals rise up the ranks of the international market. According to the brewer, sales of Murphy's rose by 176 per cent overall last year, with a further increase of 236 per cent in the independent free trade sales. 'These outstanding sales figures go to show demand for stout among UK pub-goers is in no way slowing down, while an increasing number are eager to discover stouts outside beyond the market leader,' a spokesperson for Murphy's UK told the Irish Examiner. Speaking to Padraig Brady of Irish pub Mulligans in Manchester, and self proclaimed Guinness expert revealed the difference in the two stouts. He said: 'Murphy's delivers an authentic, high-quality alternative to the market leader, with a smoother, slightly sweeter flavour profile that's especially appealing to those who find Guinness' coffee-like bitterness a little too intense. 'We wanted to offer our customers more choice, and Murphy's felt like the perfect fit. It's an iconic Irish name and a truly traditional pint, ideal for enjoying while soaking up the atmosphere of Mulligans and our daily live music line up.' While Guinness dominated Dublin and international exports, Murphy's, which was founded by James Jeremiah Murphy, built a loyal following in the south of Ireland - especially in Cork. By the early 20th century, Murphy's had become a regional institution, sponsoring sports teams and hosting local events alike. The rise in Murphy's UK sales was a direct result of Guinness supply issues over Christmas, when shoppers stripped Tesco and other supermarkets bare after some pubs ran dry of the black stuff amid a buying boom. Guinness brewer Diageo said supermarkets and off-licences had seen a 22 per cent increase in can and bottle sales, according to the the most recent available data. A Diageo spokesperson said at the time: 'We are working closely to manage Guinness distribution and ensure we maximise supply and minimise disruptions for retailers and pubs.' Some pubs ran out of Guinness during December after the sales surge was triggered by the stout's increased popularity with younger drinkers. The boom was partially driven by a viral game where a drinker tries to 'split the G' by supping down to name on the pint glass in the first gulp. The beloved party trick involves drinking the stout until the line of liquid has reached the correct spot, which is the half way mark of the G embellished on a Guinness pint glass. Guinness was created after Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease on a brewery in Ireland in 1759. Every year, people across the world drink more than 13 million pints of Guinness on average.
