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Do you agree that Australia is producing some of the most experimental wines in the world right now? Unencumbered by rigid tradition, Australian winemakers are free to continue to explore new varieties, techniques and philosophies with bold intent. This creative freedom has given rise to some truly original expressions – from unconventional fermentations, alternative modes of maturation, brave blends that transcend region and hemisphere.
The new space on 108 Hollywood Road, one street down from Antinori’s thriving Bar Leone, combines the hedonistic vibes of the 1970s with Cuba’s historic cocktail culture, which brought a crossover between disco energy and Daiquiris. “Hong Kong has a huge appetite for quality cocktails, but also having fun. With Simone’s deep understanding of Cuba’s historic cocktail scene and my knowledge of Hong Kong, we…
The landscape of industry wine shows is changing. Following the demise of Vinexpo Bordeaux after the pandemic, Düsseldorf’s Prowein became the number one destination for the wine trade. However, 2025 saw its visitor numbers drop for the third successive year to around 42,000. Having spoken with several long-time exhibitors at Prowein, it seems hotel prices are a constant frustration for both smaller producers with limited…
The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition comprises The Rare – aged for 52 years in American oak ex-bourbon casks and finished in a combination of calvados, Colheita port, tawny port, Pedro Ximénez and red wine barriques. The second whisky, The Collectible, is aged for 17 years in American oak and finished in a combination of seven casks, including both vintage and aged calvados, Matusalem and Apostoles sherry,…
Located in the former Palace of Justice, Advocatuur is the result of a 10-year renovation of the hotel and director of bars & beverage Yann Bouvignies (pictured) has been overseeing the project since relocating from Scarfe’s Bar at Rosewood London in January 2024. “Throughout the creative process we’ve been focused on representing Amsterdam and reflecting the hotel’s sense of place,” says Bouvignies. “We wanted to…
The bar, located in Nice, aims to celebrate the legacy and lifestyle of the French Riviera and the duo is teaming up with music expert Bryan Gaillard. “We have been shaping Vibes Riviera for at least five years,” Tarditi told Drinks International. “It all started when working together at The London Edition. Then, with Vibes in mind, we decided to split ways to go for what…
The International Organisation of Vine & Wine (OIV) released some concerning statistics about the global wine trade in April. Its figures cover the production, consumption and trade of wine from all producing and consuming nations (more than 180 countries) during the 2024 calendar year. Its annual report highlights some regular themes including climate change, shifting consumer preferences and geopolitical uncertainty as the driving factors behind…
Cocktail bitters date back as far as the early 1800s. It’s well known that their purpose was originally medicinal, with Dr Johann Siegert developing the first aromatic bitters in Venezuela to aid troops suffering from malaria. In the 1870s, his three sons emigrated with their father’s recipe to Trinidad, where they developed the Angostura brand specifically for cocktails. Ever since then the Angostura recipe has…
From June 1 Posthumus will take full ownership of cocktail bars Flying Dutchmen Cocktails and Belly of the Beast, and focus on writing books, filming a second season for Njam TV, and continue as board member for Tales of the Cocktail Foundation. Janse will take control of Dutch Courage and continue to run both Perfect Serve Barshow and Amsterdam Cocktail Week with a third business…
The new venue will open in summer 2025 and combine the energy of 1970s Miami with Cuban hospitality, paying homage to the legacy of Cuba’s bartenders’ guild Club de los Cantineros. Montana will focus on Cuban classics such as the Daiquiri, Mojito and El Presidente and more details will be revealed in an exclusive preview in the June edition of Drinks International. Antinori is the…
