Two Suntory-owned brands complete the podium in Drinks International’s annual top 50 list, with The Yamazaki taking second-place for the third year in a row while Hibiki sits in third for another year.
Unite the union have confirmed that a strike action ballot opens tomorrow (26 August) involving around 100 members at Diageo’s Cameronbridge distillery.
Sazerac has acquired the Garrard County Distilling facility in Lancaster, Kentucky, marking the latest step in the company’s investment and expansion across the state.
From flavours to white expressions, innovation is reshaping Italy’s bitters category as producers look beyond the classics.
Altamura Distilleries Vodka has appointed Kevin Schmudde as head of USA as the brand accelerates distribution and commercial growth across the US.
Women Leading Spirits (WLS) has announced a new education partnership with the WSET to expand access to professional development and internationally recognised training for women across the global spirits industry.
The Islay Spirits Company, producer of The Original Islay Rum, has agreed a distribution partnership with German spirits importer Kirsch Import.
Swansea-founded Au Vodka has reportedly been sold to American spirits giant Sazerac.
With over a decade of data on the world’s bestselling classic cocktails, the long-term trends from the Drinks International Cocktail Report are clear.
Beer consumption has overtaken wine in France for the first time, but new consumer data suggests the shift is being driven by moderation and the rapid growth of low and no-alcohol, finds Eleanor Yates.
