“After 10.5 years at Himkok, and the last years as bar manager, it’s time for me to move on,” the post said. “Thank you to everyone l’ve worked with over the years, and to all the guests who supported us. And to the bar community in Norway, as well as our suppliers – thank you for the support, collaboration and trust along the way. Proud…

With the latest agreement, Southern Glazer’s will expand its footprint with Pernod Ricard USA to include Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma, bringing the total number of states where Southern Glazer’s distributes the Pernod Ricard USA portfolio to 37. “We are proud of our long-standing partnership with Pernod Ricard and look forward to building on the strong foundation our teams have established together over many…

Beginning on 1 April 2026, the agreement will see Paragon Brands drive the footprint of the Bols Liqueurs range across the UK, including Bols Peach, Elderflower, and Pink Grapefruit as well as Bols Blue Curaçao and Bols Triple Sec, with a renewed focus on the on trade and UK bartending community.   The agreement also includes the Italian liqueur range Galliano, as well as…

Taking place at The Fifth Avenue Hotel on 24 March, the evening will bring together NYC women in and around the hospitality industry with the goal of encouraging relationships that are both personally and professionally beneficial. The event begins at 5pm and will include a fireside chat with Julie Reiner, co-owner of Clover Club and Milady’s.  Reiner will be accompanied by Anna Sebastian,…

Launched in 2025 with the participation of more than 25 hotel bars and a programme of events across the city, the first edition brought together bartenders, brands, chefs, hospitality professionals and cocktail lovers. Highlights for 2026 include dedicated cocktail menus, guest shifts, tastings, and events celebrating the creativity and hospitality of hotel bars. “Barcelona Hotel Bar Week is an invitation to step…

Brock joined Bombay Sapphire in 2017 as master distiller, based at the Laverstoke Mill, UK.  “After 8.5 wonderful years, the time has come for me to say goodbye to Laverstoke, to the Bombay Sapphire team, and to the Bacardi family,” the post read. “It has been a privilege to serve as master distiller of Bombay Sapphire, working alongside some of the most…

The acquisition comes into effect at the beginning of April 2026, and will see the liqueur join the likes of Vedrenne Liqueurs & Syrups, Pagès Liqueurs, Salers gentiane, Izarra, Cognac Paulet, Champagne Ivernel, Le Birlou, Gin Le Parfumeur, Vodka Cobalte and others.  “Our commitment is to honour Mandarine Napoléon’s remarkable heritage while opening new opportunities for growth within our ecosystem of craft distilleries…

The partnership comes as part of CleanCo’s UK expansion, with Cask leading on-trade sales and brand activation nationwide.  The focus will be on increasing CleanCo’s presence behind the bar in hospitality groups, cocktail bars, hotels, members’ clubs and pub operators. Working with bartenders and operators, the partnership will prioritise cocktail menu placements, bartender engagement and stronger back-bar visibility. “Moderation is reshaping…

Returning for its second edition, The Gulf Bar Show will take place at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference and Events Centre for two days of talks, tastings, and international takeovers. The date change is to “ensure the event delivers the experience and industry impact it is designed for. We look forward to welcoming partners, the bartending community, and cocktail enthusiasts in Dubai this…

Coffee liqueur is back in the spotlight big time thanks to the role it plays in one of the world's most popular cocktails - the Espresso Martini. Eleanor Yates takes a deep dive into the category and its major players…