Planned for completion in 2027, the new two-floor facility at Brown’s of Leith will house Woven’s full blending operations alongside blending rooms, a tasting space and lounge bar. Launching now as the first phase is Woven’s new blending rooms experience, where guests can blend and bottle their own whisky. Pete Allison, co-founder and Whisky Maker at Woven, said: “For us, this step…
SipMargs joins Sazerac's global spirits portfolio including BuzzBallz, Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Traveller Whiskey, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, Southern Comfort, Svedka Vodka, Wheatley Vodka, Myers's Rum, Paddy's Irish Whiskey and more.
N.Experience Ltd will lead the importation, distribution and market development of Altamura Distilleries in Japan, with a focus on premium bars, luxury hotels, chef-led restaurants and cocktail destinations. Frank Grillo, founder of Altamura Distilleries, said: “Japan is one of the most exciting and respected drinks markets in the world, so this launch is a hugely important moment for us. There is an extraordinary…
In the new edition, the tour places its focus on the world’s capital cities as cultural and gastronomic epicenters, with key cities across Europe and Asia hosting rum experiences aimed at industry professionals, bartenders, chefs, sommeliers and opinion leaders. The third edition will also focus on the Matusalem Enigma Range and its use of French Oak. Tour dates as follows: Europe…
The rebrand has been designed to organise the Group’s activities in a clear and effective way with Disaronno Group acting as an umbrella brand for its three divisions spirits, wines, and ingredients. “The transition to Disaronno Group represents a natural evolution of our journey,” said Marco Ferrari, chief executive. “This new corporate identity strengthens the Group by enhancing the shared values that unite…
For the first time since Lyaness in London was awarded three pin status in October 2024, new bars have achieved The Pinnacle Guide’s highest accolade. Three venues, Champagne Bar at The Surf Club in Miami, Kumiko in Chicago and Line Athens, each demonstrated “exceptional standards” both in their written application and across multiple anonymous reviews. Hannah Sharman-Cox, co-founder of The Pinnacle Guide,…
The move marks the first time the bar has taken on a long-term collaboration with a US restaurant as Agostina Gerling, Tres Monos’ veteran bar manager, has relocated from Buenos Aires to Miami to train the team and oversee the cocktail programme. Tres Monos is currently ranked at no.10 in the World’s 50 Best Bars and was named the Best Bar in South…
The brewery forms part of Diageo’s near €1 billion capital investment programme across the island of Ireland between 2020 and 2029. The Littleconnell Brewery will produce a range of ales and lagers, including Rockshore, Harp, Smithwick’s and Kilkenny, alongside well-known licensed beers such as Carlsberg, supplying both Irish and international markets. With planning permission secured, Diageo has also confirmed plans for an…
According to the Wall Street Journal, advisers for Brown-Forman informed Sazerac on Monday (11 May) that the company was rejecting the $32-a-share cash offer Sazerac recently made, citing unnamed sources. It was reported that Sazerac’s latest all-cash offer was financially backed by Wells Fargo and Apollo Global Management. The deal would have allowed Brown-Forman’s Class A shareholders to take cash…
The California launch is being delivered in partnership with Amante 1530, with Alluvial Wines & Spirits appointed to lead distribution across the state. The partnership with Amante 1530 has a shared approach of building brands through the on trade and in return, Hoxton will support the rollout of Amante 1530 across the UK and Europe. Gerry Calabrese, founder of Hoxton, said: “We…
