The partnership will provide Lalo with strategic sales support and access to an expanded distribution network. ‘I’ve known the Lalo founders for a long time. They care about the juice. They keep it simple. They do things the right way, not the flashy way. That felt like home to us,” said Tito Beveridge, founder of Tito’s Handmade Vodka. The transaction is subject…
61 bars have been newly-recognised with pins, with 43 bars awarded one pin and 18 with two pins. No bar has been awarded three pins, meaning Lyaness in London is still the only three pin bar in the world. “We have been blown away by the applications in this round – not only by the number that we’ve received but also the…
The distillery, which was completed in June 2025, is also the home of the Clydebuilt whisky brand. In August 2025, an agreement was reached between Ardgowan Distillery Company and Kammer-Kirsch GmbH, a German spirits importer. The deal gives Kammer-Kirsch exclusive distribution rights for the Ardgowan product portfolio in Germany. Additional routes to market have been secured through distribution partners Roy +…
Adriatico’s range includes Roasted, Bianco, and the newly released Zero, and will join the Maison Ferrand UK portfolio, which was fully established last year following the acquisition of Identity Drinks. “The brand’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship aligns perfectly with our values, and we can’t wait for bartenders to discover its depth, character, and versatility behind the bar,” said Darryl Cripps, head of…
The cocktail offering blends international influences with authentic Sicilian flavours, paying homage to the cultural legacy of Sicilian emigrants who carried the island’s spirit across the world. Highlights of the menu include Tiger Rag, representing the ‘father of modern jazz’ Nick LaRocca, created with Wild Turkey Bourbon, Amaro Averna Riserva Tributo Siciliano, Vermouth del Professore Rosso and jasmine essence, aged in an oak…
Rishton is currently chair of Informa, as well as chair of Serco Group, from which he will retire on 31 December. Diageo chair, Sir John Manzoni, said: “I am delighted with John’s appointment to the Diageo board. John is a highly regarded business leader with extensive experience in a wide variety of industries, including in consumer and retail businesses, and a track record…
The survey is designed to gather insight into how the UK drinks industry can become more united, inclusive, and supportive for everyone working within it. Nicola Burston, chief executive of The Drinks Trust, said: “The strength of our industry lies in its people. By listening to their voices and experiences, we can work together to create a culture where everyone feels safe, respected,…
Enotria has restored its name following feedback from customers, suppliers and colleagues. Alongside the new name, Enotria is reaffirming its commitment to delivering innovative wines and spirits through its portfolio, supply chain and nationwide team, as well as introducing a new website. Enotria interim chief executive and Majestic Wine Group chairman, John Colley, said: “This is a landmark moment in…
The rum, distilled from locally grown sugarcane using Omnicane’s circular economy approach, has launched initially with three expressions named after Mauritian landmarks: Britannia cane juice white rum, Mon Trésor oak-aged gold rum, and Ilot Brocus spiced spirit drink. Speaking at the brand’s launch event in Mauritius on Friday, Jacques M d’Unienville, chief executive of Omnicane, said: “This rum, crafted from the finest Mauritian cane,…
What is your secret to longevity in the bar industry? “Simplicity creates a legacy and I hope bars are turning back to that, focusing a little more on hospitality and less about the art of mixology. One should go with the other. “The problem is with young people they want everything immediately, and don’t want to be patient. I started to bloom…
