ItalSpirits, the independent Italian spirits company founded by Giuseppe Gallo, has announced that it will not take part in the organisation of the upcoming 2025 edition of Roma Bar Show.

UK-based specialist wine retailer, Majestic, has entered into a formal agreement to acquire wine and spirit supplier, Enotria & Coe. 

IQ Spirits, a new distributor dedicated to premium independent spirits in France, has announced its launch.

Sakari Sake has announced a partnership with Speciality to distribute its range in the UK.

Argentinian wine producer Catena has been The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2025 in the 15th edition of the ranking.

The Boatyard Distillery has announced a new partnership with Banfi Vintners to become the exclusive sales agent in the US for its Boatyard Double Gin. 

The Lucas Bols Company has announced that Frank Cocx, current chief financial officer, will take over as chief executive of the company.

The Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association (JSLMA) is planning to register Japanese whisky for Geographic Indication (GI) status.

Hundreds of people were conned out of their life savings by a whisky cask investment scam, a BBC investigation has revealed.

Campari Group will sell its production facility in Australia to local canning and bottling business Garage Beverage Manufacturing.

UK-based vodka brand Desi Daru has announced a partnership with Dhall Foods and Beverages, a leading Indian importer and distributor. 

The Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA), first incorporated in July 2024, has announced its official launch.

Beverage brand Three Cents has appointed Proof & Company as its distributor in Singapore and Hong Kong as it seeks to boost its presence in Asia.