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Majestic to acquire Enotria & Coe
UK-based specialist wine retailer, Majestic, has entered into a formal agreement to acquire wine and spirit supplier, Enotria & Coe.
Former Bacardi-Martini boss launches French distributor
IQ Spirits, a new distributor dedicated to premium independent spirits in France, has announced its launch.
Speciality to distribute Sakari Sake
Sakari Sake has announced a partnership with Speciality to distribute its range in the UK.
Catena named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2025
Argentinian wine producer Catena has been The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2025 in the 15th edition of the ranking.
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Boatyard expands into US
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.
Lucas Bols chief executive to step down
The Lucas Bols Company has announced that Frank Cocx, current chief financial officer, will take over as chief executive of the company.
JSMLA to register GI for Japanese whisky
The Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association (JSLMA) is planning to register Japanese whisky for Geographic Indication (GI) status.
Millions lost in cask fraud scams
Hundreds of people were conned out of their life savings by a whisky cask investment scam, a BBC investigation has revealed.
Campari Group offloads Australian production facility
Campari Group will sell its production facility in Australia to local canning and bottling business Garage Beverage Manufacturing.
Desi Daru vodka enters South Asia and the Middle East
UK-based vodka brand Desi Daru has announced a partnership with Dhall Foods and Beverages, a leading Indian importer and distributor.
Indian malt whisky trade body launches
The Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA), first incorporated in July 2024, has announced its official launch.
Three Cents enters Singapore and Hong Kong
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.
Nordic distilleries have announced the official launch of a collaboration to strengthen and promote the region’s whisky category on the global stage.
The World's 50 Best Bars heads to Hong Kong for 2025
The organisation behind The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025, sponsored by Perrier, has announced that this year’s live ceremony will take place in Hong Kong on 8 October.