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Reporting directly to Michael Degen, executive director trade fairs, Schindler will be in charge of Prowein Düsseldorf, including Prospirits, as well as the six international ProWein shows in Asia and South America. “We will take bold steps and be guided by the specific needs of the industry to successfully further develop ProWein Düsseldorf’s status as a leading trade fair,” said Schindler. The 50-year-old has previously held…

The Bacardi-owned premium tequila brand has launched a new bottle design for its Silver, Reposado and Añejo expressions. Both the Silver and Reposado tequilas will roll out its new look this autumn in the UK before the Añejo follows in April next year. Patron was ranked the second bestselling tequila in the the world’s best bars, according to this year’s Brands Report.

The distillery is home to Aznauri brandy which is the eighth biggest by volume globally according to The Millionaires’ Club having sold 1.6m 9-litres cases in 2024. In a company report all employees took shelter during the air raid which saved the lives of more than 50 people. The most significant damage was to bottling lines and warehouses and it’s estimated that 250,000 bottles…

For any major spirits group travel retail is significant. It’s a highly specialised market which requires a deep understanding of both industry trends and current affairs. Founded in 1934, French company La Martiniquaise Bardinet is a major player in the world of duty free and Sylvia Bernard, managing director group development, joined Drinks International in the lead-up to TFWA Cannes 2025. “For us, travel retail…

For the third consecutive year, bars in the US topped the 51-100 list with eight, followed by Mexico with five bars. Europe, excluding the UK, had 15 bars on the list while the highest new entries came from Mexico City’s Bar Mauro at No.54, New York’s Schmuck at No.59 and São Paulo’s Exímia at No.61. “From brand new destinations and emerging markets to beloved favourites, the extended…

Headed by the former team behind Little Red Door, Bar De Vie has been one of the most anticipated launches of 2025 and all three spaces hold a sustainable and seasonal theme throughout. “Comptoir De Vie is the most immersive way for us to really bring people into our world, with a cohesive dining and drinks experience that celebrates the best of French produce and…

Amaretto Adriatico is made with Filippo Cea almonds from Puglia in Italy and all three of the brand’s products; Adriatico Roasted Almonds, Bianco and Zero are now available in the US. “During our US-based launch we discovered bartenders and mixologists were quickly becoming early adopters of our unique amaretto liqueurs for their cocktail programs, and consumers love the quality and taste profile our authentic recipes…

Spiribam France will now look after whisky brands Turntable (Scotland), Sailor’s Home (Ireland), Indri (India) and The English Whisky (England) as well as tequila brands El Sueño and Siete Leguas and Trascendente mezcal. The company recently acquired French vodka brand Le Philtre as part of its strategy to diversify its offering having previously been best known in the rum category with Rhum Clément, Rhum…

Originally from South Korea, Jang moved to Singapore in 2015 where he joined Jigger & Pony as a bartender two years later. Over the subsequent eight years Jang has worked across several of the group’s venues and in 2024 was made creative director of the Jigger & Pony Group. “It’s an honour to receive this award because it’s voted for by my industry peers,” said…

The 11 drinks on the menu are each named after a farming method while every cocktail features an ‘ambassador ingredient’ to spotlight a local producer. “Since the start of the year, we’ve been working closely with producers and farmers across France to spotlight their practices and weave their stories into our cocktails, a collaboration which has inspired the concept of Agri/Culture,” said Hyacinthe Lescoët,…