The partnership comes as part of CleanCo’s UK expansion, with Cask leading on-trade sales and brand activation nationwide. The focus will be on…
The partnership comes as part of CleanCo’s UK expansion, with Cask leading on-trade sales and brand activation nationwide. The focus will be on…
The Johnnie Walker owner saw net sales of US$10.5bn decline 4%, in the first results released under new chief executive Dave Lewis. “Our performance in the first half of fiscal 26 was mixed. Strong performance in Europe, LAC and Africa, was offset by a weakening performance in NAM and continued weakness in Chinese white spirits in APAC. US spirits performance reflected pressure…
Taking place in Amsterdam at De Kromhoutal on Tuesday 30 June 2026, Europe’s 50 Best Bars will showcase the finest bars, bartenders and cocktail cities in the continent. “As the city’s drinks culture continues to evolve and inspire, we look forward to celebrating the exceptional European bar community in this dynamic and cosmopolitan destination. Our aim is to encourage drinks enthusiasts everywhere to…
The challenge invites bartenders from around the world to blend sustainable practices in cocktail creation with ritual-inspired serves. Judges are looking for bartenders who tell a story, push creative boundaries and honour the environment, whether using locally sourced ingredients, eco-friendly techniques, or reinventing time-honoured techniques into captivating presentation styles. For the first round, entrants must create one cocktail recipe, if selected to…
Etherington-Judge has built the 360° online platform to provide industry-specific analytics across four critical impact areas including brewing, distilling and fermentation operations to provide precise water, waste, land, biodiversity and carbon impact data. From creating product life cycle assessments to measuring the gender pay gap, brands can track their environmental, social, and governance metrics from carbon emissions, environmental impact and supply-chain data to…
The deal was completed on 2 February 2026, and was announced alongside the acquisition of Frobishers Juices for £13m. An Ag Barr Spokesperson said: “We are delighted to confirm the acquisitions of Frobishers and Fentimans and are very excited to welcome both brands into our portfolio. These acquisitions are part of our strategy to strengthen our presence in high-growth beverage categories, and we…
In 2026, the charity aims to extend the reach of its support services to help even more individuals when they need it most. “Throughout 2026, we will encourage industry businesses and individuals to organise fundraising events, raise awareness and contribute to a shared movement that shines a light on the vital work of The Drinks Trust. At a time when our industry continues…
The new size will offer bars, hospitality and event partners a scalable draught solution for premium cocktails, including foaming serves such as Espresso Martini, and non-foaming serves such as Peachtree Sex on the Beach. “With the new 20-litre KeyKegs, we take our draught cocktail solution to the next level – specifically for venues that need high throughput, short waiting times and premium quality…
