In a statement on Instagram, Burrell said: “While I am a founder and shareholder of Equiano Limited, it has come to light that the corresponding trademark was never registered in the company’s name but was purportedly registered by a company controlled by another of our founding directors and shareholders. “Therefore, I can no longer continue to represent the Equiano Rum brand and I have retained…
The late February 2022 invasion of Ukraine by Russia sent shockwaves throughout the world. Alongside the millions of displaced Ukrainians, hundreds of thousands of Russians, opposed to the war or the regime, now needed to find themselves a new place to live, and quickly. By mid-March, some 300,000 Russian citizens had left the country. By early October, after the announcement of partial mobilisation decree, the…
It was China that proved the most challenging market – declines in sales of Scotch and Martell, linked to the anti-dumping investigation and associated tariffs, led to a sales decline of 21%. The anti-dumping investigation also resulted in a suspension of cognac sales in China Duty Free, coupled with weakness in the South Korea and Taiwan duty free markets, Global Travel Retail saw a 13%…
Dickie founded the Ellon-based brewery and pub group in 2007 alongside James Watt. Since then, he has helped grow the company’s presence to more than 60 countries. Since 2021, Dickie had helped oversee Brewdog’s expansion into spirits through its Brewdog Distilling Co arm. “After over two decades in the brewing and distilling arena sadly for personal reasons it’s time for me to leave the industry…
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 makes its debut in the top three. The Most Admired Scotch Whisky was awarded to the fourth-placed, Islay favourite Ardbeg, while Redbreast was the highest-ranking Irish whiskey at 19th on the list. “It’s literally a dream to have…
From 14-21 September, Houston will invite cocktail lovers to the city for a programme of tastings, takeovers, guest shifts and education. Guests can purchase a $20 cocktail passport, which grants access to programmed events and exclusive $5 cocktails at participating venues across the city. “Texas has always had the talent, the stories, and the spirit—literally and figuratively,” said co-founder Boyd. “With Texas Cocktail Week, we’re…
According to newly published research by Gallup, this milestone coincides with the view among Americans that “moderate alcohol consumption is bad for one’s health”, which is now the majority view for the first time. The data revealed that in 2025, 54% of Americans report to drink alcohol – only the 10th year since 1939 that the figure has been under 60%, and the consecutive declines…
The bar, in an old gallery space in the Athens neighbourhood of Kato Petralona, focused on creating a circular economy producing fruit wines (that it calls Why-ins), sourdough breads, beer and using the waste to create classically-inspired cocktails. Since opening, it’s been a mainstay in The World’s 50 Best Bars list, placing number 31 in its opening year, climbing to 12 in 2023…
Gin is a category in transition. The widespread opportunities that defined it during the 2014-2019 gin boom are generally behind us, but the global picture hardly tells this story. Between 2023 and 2024, global gin volumes grew by 2% according to the latest IWSR figures. So far, so unremarkable. But dig a little deeper and the landscape quickly becomes fractured. Globally, there are pockets of…
Old Ale was selected for top honours from all the gold medal beers by the senior judging panel. It also picked up the trophy for Best Ale up to 5%. The competition received entries from almost 30 countries and awarded 20 gold medals across taste and design & packaging criteria. Commenting on this year’s awards, IBC chair Jeff Evans said: “It’s always a pleasure to…
