2016 Sponsors: 10 Degrees C 10 Degrees C specialises in brands of the highest quality and with real provenance. The portfolio includes Gins from the UK, and Belgium, as well as a unique and exciting Tonic Water, and Botanicals specifically designed for the serious Gin drinker. www.10degreesc.com Adnams Adnams plc, a respected brewer, distiller and…
There are myriad qualities that make a great bar great, but perhaps the most tangible is what they put in a glass. This spin-off report offers insight into the brands, spirits and cocktails that in 2015 passed through their hands and into customers’ mouths. 100 of the best bars in the world – as defined by the World’s 50 Best Bars 400-strong Academy…
The company says the planning application for the multi-million pound expansion has been given the stamp of approval from Moray Council. Enda O’Sullivan, global brand director of Glenfiddich, said: “As a family owned business it is in our DNA to protect the future and think in the long term. This means managing our stock profile carefully and leading the category through innovation and creativity. “The…
The third Wine Vision, held in Bilbao from December 9, hopes to challenge traditional thinking in the wine industry by showcasing high-growth new market entrants and by exploring innovative approaches to producing wine, selling it, creating powerful brands and extending consumer markets. Andrew Reed, managing director of the Drinks Division at William Reed Business Media, said: “We’re urging the wine industry to move increasingly quickly…
The Open Gate Brewery, at St James’s Gate, will be open to the public every Thursday and Friday night from 5.30pm – 10.30pm. Guests will have a chance to meet the Guinness brewers in their place of work, discuss the brewing process and sample the great brewing innovations from Guinness. Speaking about the opening, Guinness brewer Peter Simpson said: “We feel extremely…
The German wine producer says it is expanding its business portfolio in England and this partnership offers new possibilities in Germany as well as worldwide. The percentage share and price paid have not been disclosed. Based in Bingen, Kendermann, is the largest exporter of premium branded wines from Germany, with its main brand, Black Tower, being one of the best-selling wines from Germany. Reh Kendermann managing…
Ron de Jeremy XO – 40% abv – completes the portfolio of Ron de Jeremy Reserva (40% abv) and Ron de Jeremy Hardcore Spiced (47% abv), which are already available in the UK. Packaged in an ‘erotic’ black bottle, the sipping rum celebrates the ‘Xtra Ordinary life of the legendary Ron Jeremy, a world-renowned adult entertainer and pop culture icon.’ Olli Hietalahti, One Eyed Spirits…
After historically low harvests in 2013 and a sharp upturn in 2014, harvests in the Rhône Valley are returning to levels consistent with the five-year average. Although it is “still too early to give any concrete figures”, the study says initial estimates suggest a fall of 5-10% compared to 2014. Françoise Dijon, head of the Observatoire du vignoble, said: “From the north of the region…
Port Ellen 33 Years Old and Gragganmore 43 Years Old will exclusively be available in travel retail outlets. Royal Lochnagar 36 Old will be available – in limited release – outside this channel. Peter Fairbrother, global marketing director of Diageo Global Travel and Middle East, said: “We are investing in our amazing range of Single Malts to drive growth in the Scotch category in Travel…
Tell us a little about the history of Cape Town’s drinking culture. Cape Town, in my opinion, has always been at the forefront with regards to food and drink, and culturallythere has been a shift in consumer attitudes within South Africa. This can be attributed to a number of developing sectors, namely: wine, brandy, coffee, craft beer, design, art, culture and…
