Geary, who has previous experience in senior positions at Edrington, had been serving as an interim chief exec but will now take on the role…
Geary, who has previous experience in senior positions at Edrington, had been serving as an interim chief exec but will now take on the role…
In the newly established position, Burgess will spearhead a team of spirits makers and drive International Beverage’s aim of creating high-quality, flavour-led whiskies. “I’m thrilled to step into this new role where I’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of International Beverage’s whisky creation. I’m hoping to bring a fresh new perspective along with a steadfast commitment to enduring quality. I’m also…
The move follows Spiribam’s acquisition of a majority stake in the owner of Le Philtre, Alcools de Luxe SAS, and will allow the brand to pursue international growth. “Welcoming Le Philtre vodka into our portfolio is part of a broader strategic commitment to diversification. We are convinced that this distinctive, committed, and premium brand will find its rightful place within our ecosystem. We…
Burger joins the distillery’s founder and master distiller, Bex Almqvist, to aid in positioning Almqvist in the on-trade, expanding its portfolio, implementing its ongoing sustainability strategy, and opening its brand home doors. “I’m extremely excited for Jake to move over here. I could never have imagined over the past almost 20 years of friendship that we would work together in this way; being…
The Department of Agriculture has amended the regulations under the Liquor Product Act to reduce the minimum abv requirement for all spirits from 43% to 40%. Until the amendment to the regulations, effective March 2025, spirits products sold in South Africa had a minimum abv of 43%, higher than the international regulatory norm of 40%. Corporate relations director at Diageo South Africa,…
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…
With an established position in the US market, Iichiko aims to place shochu on the global spirits map. “Since our launch in 1979, Iichiko has cultivated a loyal following within the shochu category,” said Kazunori Nishi, president of Sanwa Shurui, Iichiko’s parent company. “Following our success in the US, we see strong potential in Europe, with the UK as a key focus.
First opened in 2021 in Lima, Peru, Lady Bee ranked number 16 in the 2024 edition of The World’s 50 Best Bars and earlier this year it moved to a new site in Barranco. “We’re honoured to receive such an amazing award, particularly for hospitality which is central to Lady Bee,” says co-founder Alonso Palomino. “In our new space we can see every one of…
