For almost two decades the Brands Report has provided insights into the buying habits of the world’s most influential bars. To produce the report Drinks International polls bar operators, owners, managers and head bartenders about their buying habits for more than 20 categories of spirits, wine, mixers and beer, collecting information about what sells the most and what brands are trending. The list isn’t a summary…

To collect the data we first curate a sample of industry acclaimed bars from a combination of The Word’s 50 Best Bars and its regional North America and Asia lists. In order to ensure the best global coverage, about 5% of the poll were ‘editor’s picks’ – highly rated bars in regions less represented to assure a truly global data pool reflective of the current…

The transaction adds BeatBox to AB’s growing ‘Beyond Beer’ portfolio, which includes Cutwater Spirits, NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer and Phorm Energy. “I have spent the past year getting to know Justin and the team at BeatBox, and I’m confident that their entrepreneurial spirit, their commitment to consistent innovation, and their ability to connect with their consumers will be a strong complement to our existing…

The latest ranking will join The World’s 50 Best Bars, North America’s 50 Best Bars and Asia’s 50 Best Bars. “Following the growing success of our regional lists in Asia and North America, we’re confident this new addition will become a vital part of the regional bar landscape, shining a light on both established and, excitingly, emerging destinations across the continent,” said Emma…

The Drinks Trade Regatta sees brewing, wines and spirits companies compete with on-trade retailers, restaurants and suppliers for the team building and hospitality event.  “We’re proud to partner with The Drinks Trade Regatta for 2026. This incredible support enables us to raise valuable funds to transform lives and sustain our vital mission, helping drinks industry colleagues overcome challenges and build brighter futures,” said…

The appointment includes Ewan Andrew, Diageo’s president of global supply chain and procurement, and chief sustainability officer, and Norman Murray, a Heriot-Watt University alumnus and former chairman of The Edrington Group.  Heriot-Watt is looking to raise £35m in order to build the CSBD on its Edinburgh campus, which aims to utilise low carbon technologies and sustainable practices for the university to evolve its…

Available now in over 20 markets, the partnership will enable Crossip to have a presence across India’s high-end retail, bars, and hospitality. Tim Blake, chief executive of Crossip, said: “India’s drinks scene is bursting with creativity and ambition. The bars, bartenders, and venues here are among the most exciting anywhere in the world, and Crossip fits naturally into that energy. Our liquids give…