New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW) has appointed Anishka Jelicich as its next chief executive officer, commencing at the end of July 2026.

Scottish online whisky auctioneer Whisky Hammer has expanded into Asia with the launch of a new operational hub in Hong Kong, marking its second new international base in under a year.

Mixers brand Three Cents has appointed Telford Wine & Spirits Shanghai as its distributor in mainland China.

Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman have confirmed that negotiations have taken place over a potential merger between the two spirits giants.

Argentinian wine producer Catena Zapata has been named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2026 in the 16th edition of the ranking.

Tennessee court judge Suzanne Bauknight has ruled that Uncle Nearest founder Fawn Weaver didn’t have legitimate authority to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has expanded its distribution deal with Pernod Ricard USA, bringing the company’s portfolio to more US states.

Paragon Brands has been appointed as the UK distributor for several brands across The Lucas Bols Company portfolio including the Bols Liqueurs range.

Anne Brock has announced her departure from Bombay Sapphire via a post on Instagram.

Tennessee whiskey brand Uncle Nearest and its founders have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and launched legal proceedings against its main creditor.

Pagès-Vedrenne Group, part of the French family-owned Iconic Nectars, has announced the acquisition of Mandarine Napoléon liqueur from De Kuyper Royal Distillers.

Chilean-based wine group Viña Concha y Toro has recorded a year-on-year revenue increase of 1.7% during 2025. 

Taiwan’s Kavalan whisky has announced the appointment of Marussia Beverages UK as its sole UK distributor.