Drinkers at JD Wetherspoon may have to change their order as two favourite pints are axed from the menu.
The pub chain is set to cut John Smith's bitter and Strongbow ciders as part of a new supply deal.
The major change comes into force from December 15, The Mirror reports.
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The company has named Budweiser Brewing Group as its largest supplier in a new 20-year deal.
It will mean drinks including Budweiser, Stella Artois, Corona, Leffe Blonde and Bud Light, along with Bathtub Gin, Bud Light Seltzer and Mike’s Hard Seltzer - will now be major features in all 860 Wetherspoon pubs.
Worthington's bitter will take the place of John Smith's, while draught ciders Strongbow and Strongbow Dark Fruits will be replaced by Stowford Press Apple and Stowford Press Mixed Berries, made by Westons Cider.
Tim Martin, chairman of JD Wetherspoon, said: “Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I will now become our biggest supplier, with new beers Budweiser, Corona and Leffe Blonde, in addition to their existing products, Stella Artois and Bud Light - as well as a range of bottled beers.
“We are also pleased to have agreed long-term supply deals with BrewDog, Westons Cider, Carlsberg and Molson Coors.
“Wetherspoon will continue to sell a wide range of traditional ales and craft beers from regional and micro brewers at competitive prices.”
Paula Lindenberg, president of Budweiser Brewing Group said: “We are so excited to strengthen our partnership with JD Wetherspoon.
“At Budweiser Brewing Group, we have the perfect recipe for success across Wetherspoon pubs - we have a strong, leading portfolio that caters to evolving consumer trends, especially as people opt for more premium options post-Covid.”
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