Collaborating with bartending teams, including notable and emerging female bartenders, the new national day will see Hanky Panky serves showcased at some of the UK’s most respected bars, including The Savoy’s American Bar and Raffles Spy Bar. Anna Sebastian, founder of Celebrate Her, said: “It is such a full circle moment to be able to be part of World Hanky Panky Day. Having started…

The Johnnie Walker owner saw net sales of US$10.5bn decline 4%, in the first results released under new chief executive Dave Lewis. “Our performance in the first half of fiscal 26 was mixed. Strong performance in Europe, LAC and Africa, was offset by a weakening performance in NAM and continued weakness in Chinese white spirits in APAC. US spirits performance reflected pressure…

The move is to ensure production is more efficient in line with long‑term demand, as the company moves to a single operations team across the two distilleries.  The change reflects updated production needs and follows traditional seasonal operating models used across the Scotch industry, Suntory Global Spirits said. The company has opened a voluntary redundancy programme for operational employees who feel that…

Taking place in Amsterdam at De Kromhoutal on Tuesday 30 June 2026, Europe’s 50 Best Bars will showcase the finest bars, bartenders and cocktail cities in the continent.  “As the city’s drinks culture continues to evolve and inspire, we look forward to celebrating the exceptional European bar community in this dynamic and cosmopolitan destination. Our aim is to encourage drinks enthusiasts everywhere to…

Infused with rose and cucumber, layered with orange blossom and cacao beans, the release is created by Hendrick’s master distiller Lesley Gracie. “Another Hendrick’s is the complete opposite of what we’ve been doing for the past 25 years, and the delectable combination of orange blossom and cacao beans is really rather unusual,” said Gracie “As a spirit with endless possibilities, I wanted…

Joining Tejo’s existing three recognised terroirs, Bairro, Campo and Charneca, Serras is the oldest in terms of vineyard age. The new terroir has been named Serras translating to mountains in English, to reflect its mountainous nature, with vineyards planted on slopes and plateaus, and a higher average altitude than the other terroirs of 232 metres.  Covering just 375 hectares, Serras is home to…

This year, LCW will see events throughout the week, including masterclasses, bar takeovers, parties, DJ sets, and more, as bars in Lecce present exclusive menus created for the event. Founder Francesca Cullen said: “I’m incredibly excited to reveal what we have planned for this year and to showcase the amazing talent, not only from Lecce’s bartenders, but also from our international guest bartenders…

The new product, with an abv of 11%, combines 100% natural flavours with the taste of sun-ripened Spanish citrus fruits and notes of selected botanicals such as rosemary and thyme.  “With Freixenet Solare, we are consistently focusing on natural flavours, Mediterranean moments of enjoyment, and an iconic design that immediately catches the eye. The new product combines modern enjoyment with high brand recognition and…

The challenge invites bartenders from around the world to blend sustainable practices in cocktail creation with ritual-inspired serves. Judges are looking for bartenders who tell a story, push creative boundaries and honour the environment, whether using locally sourced ingredients, eco-friendly techniques, or reinventing time-honoured techniques into captivating presentation styles. For the first round, entrants must create one cocktail recipe, if selected to…

Through a blend of personalised mentorship, virtual workshops and networking sessions, the programme is designed to elevate the careers of women and non-binary individuals working in whisky. Originally launched in 2022, the global programme has since guided over 250 women and non-binary individuals toward their goals. Only 25 places are available on the six-month programme, which runs June-November 2026, with participants assigned…