The World’s 50 Best Bars has revealed the extended 51-100 list ahead of the main ceremony taking place in Madrid on 22 October.

Sotheby’s is entering a long-term partnership with Chivas Brothers to bring aged, one-off creations to auction, exclusively for Sotheby’s collectors.

To celebrate its 100th anniversary, The Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland has partnered with Glenfiddich to launch a 49-year-old single malt.

Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky arm of Pernod Ricard, has collaborated with sake brewery Masuizumi on a new spirit.

House of Suntory has announced the release of Hibiki 40 Years Old, the oldest blended whisky to ever be produced by the brand.

Moët Hennessy has made a strategic investment in French Bloom alcohol-free sparkling wines, through the acquisition of a minority stake.

Spanish wine brand Perelada will host the first Symposium of Mediterranean Wines on 24 March 2025.

UK-based wine importer, Mentzendorff has announced the appointment of Christine Allen as the companies new director of brand management.

New Zealand wine has released its annual report, revealing a drop in wine exports in volume and value terms over the last 12 months.

The Drinks Trust has announced the resignation of Ross Carter, who served as chief executive officer for the organisation since July 2019. 

Islay distillery Laphroaig has appointed George Campbell as its new distillery manager.

The Jura Islanders Expressions No.3 has been crowned Supreme Champion Product at the Drinks International Travel Retail Awards 2024, the most authoritative, respected and premier drinks award for the Global Travel Retail sector.

Suntory Spirits has won the International Spirits Challenge 2024 Supreme Champion award with The Yamazaki 12.