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Six new masters of wine announced
The Institute of Masters of Wine has announced six new masters of wine, from six countries.
Cannabis 'poses risk' to alcohol industry in the US, research says
Latest research by the IWSR shows that 45% of millennials in the US who consume alcohol, also consume cannabis.
Quintessential opens Dublin Liberties distillery
Quintessential Brands has opened its €10m whiskey distillery and visitor experience in the heart of Dublin’s Liberties district (February 20).
South American wine overtakes Italy in UK off trade sales
The latest Nielsen sales figures show that the combined growth of Chile (+4.1%) and Argentina (+11.2%) have seen South America overtake Italy in value sales of still wine.
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Zamora Company expands business to Mexico and France
The Zamora Company has opened a new commercial office in Mexico as well as a new company in France following a 37% increase in turnover over the past six years.
Funkin Cocktails undergoes redesign
Funkin Cocktails will mark its 20th anniversary with a brand redesign which will roll out across its entire portfolio of purées, syrups, shrubs, pre-batched mixers, garnishes and draught products.
First Israeli whisky gets UK distribution
The Milk & Honey Distillery has named Maverick Drinks as the sole UK distributor for its collection of whiskies, gins and herbal liqueurs.
Champagne Palmer unveils new winery
Champagne Palmer & Co has unveiled its new winery located close to the House’s Grand and Premier Crus vineyards in the Montagne de Reims.
Bacardi Brexit stockpiling: The right solution?
Following the recent announcement that Bacardi has been stockpiling goods, one logistics expert suggested all drinks brands should review its supply chains.
Tito's expands to New Zealand
Tito’s Handmade Vodka has launched in New Zealand through Fifth Generation Inc and Hancocks Wine, Spirit & Beer Merchants.
Beefeater Blood Orange launches in UK
Beefeater Gin revealed its new Blood Orange variety at the Pernod Ricard half year financial results in London on Tuesday, 12 February.
Jameson launches Bow Street 18YO batch two
Irish Distillers has unveiled the second batch of its Jameson Bow Street 18 year old Irish whiskey.
Venning brothers star at CLASS Bar Awards 2019
The Venning brothers won three awards at the 2019 CLASS Bar Awards last night, February 12 at Lindley Hall, London.
WBWE Asia to present global harvests
The harvests of major world producers will be represented during the first bulk wine fair in Asia.
British gin exports up 15% in 2018
The latest figures from HM Revenue and Customs show that British gin sales abroad for 2018 were up 15% on the previous year, worth £612m.