India has become a kind of El Dorado for the global spirits industry. With multinational groups now getting used to the idea of having to share a smaller pie, the Indian subcontinent has become a market where massive growth is still attainable.
RTDs have bucked the downward trend in alcoholic drinks sales – and in an unprecedented way, reports Oli Dodd…
The Trump administration has announced a ban on most alcoholic beverages from Canada in the latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the neighbouring nations.
Following a collapse of trade talks, the US has imposed a 50% tariff on selected goods from Canada, including “beer, wine, liquor, cider and other fermented beverages”. Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, has promised to match the tariffs “dollar for dollar”. The escalation is the latest in an ongoing trade war between the two historic partners. The two sides had appeared to…
In its fiscal 26 preliminary results, Diageo has revealed a 27.2% decline in operating profit and 3% decline in net sales as the world’s largest spirits group continues to struggle in North American and Asia Pacific markets.
Despite the horrors of war and their associated effects on businesses, Ukraine’s vodka producers continue to display resilience and optimism. By Oli Dodd…
This year has been a record-breaking one for high temperatures. Starting in January, Australia experienced two major heatwaves that saw temperatures approach 50°C in parts of the country. The following month, Argentina and Chile experienced extreme summer heat accompanied by serious wildfires.
Italian drinks brand owner Campari Group has entered an agreement with Ireland-based Cobblestone Brands to offload Bisquit & Dubouché cognac and Cabo Wabo tequila.
Guangzhou’s Hope & Sesame has taken top honours in Asia’s 50 Best Bar 2026 in a ceremony held at Wynn Palace, Macau.
The spirit has entered a new period of high-end popularity thanks to a return to its roots and the adoption of premium packaging, writes Oli Dodd…
