News · 4 May 2026

Cost of a Pint Tops £10 in London for First Time

London drinkers are crossing a symbolic price threshold, with some high-end bars now charging £10 or more for a pint. Stanley's rooftop bar in Mayfair charges £10 for Guinness and £11 for Moretti. The Connaught Grill charges £12.50 for a 330ml bottle of Noam lager. The rises follow Diageo's 5.2 percent wholesale price increase from April.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 May 2026 at 5:45

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