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21 November, 2024

Diageo invests in China with new single malt distillery

Diageo has unveiled the YunTuo Single Malt Whisky Distillery, the first of its kind for the company in China.

Following the success of his Champagne and rosé wines, actor Idris Elba announced the addition of Porte Noire Cognac to his growing portfolio.

Michael Vachon is to leave Maverick Drinks – the craft spirits distributor he co-founded in 2013 - at the end of this year.

Diageo has introduced a new global division to combine ‘luxury assets’ into one portfolio including brands such as Brora and Port Ellen.

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Takamaka enters Australia

12 November, 2024

Seychelles rum brand Takamaka is set to launch in Australia this spring in collaboration with Dispatch Imports.

Crossip launches in Malaysia

12 November, 2024

Non-alcoholic drinks brand Crossip has partnered with Tea and Toast Asia and Spirits Syndicate to launch in Malaysia.

Kentucky bourbon Maker’s Mark has appointed Dr Blake Layfield as the brand’s next master distiller, and Beth Buckner as lead blender.

News of Donald Trump’s re-election as US president earlier this week has sparked fear over the possibility of further tariffs being implemented on the spirits industry.

Familia Torres has been named the most innovative winery at the Golden Vines Awards 2024 held in Madrid.

Josep Ferrer Sala, Friexenet’s honorary co-chairman and former managing director has died at the age of 99.

Familia Torres has launched a collection of vintage wines called Colección Privada aimed at highlighting the ageing potential of its wines.

Michter’s has retained its title as The World’s Most Admired Whiskey brand in the fourth edition of the annual top 50 list released by Drinks International.

Living Souls, a new Scottish spirits brand specialising in small batch and single cask releases, has announced its launch.

In the Labour government’s first budget in 14 years, chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed that duty on alcohol would increase in line with the Retail Price Index in the new year.

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