Thailand urged to end alcohol sales ban
Thailand’s beer, wine and spirits industry has implored the government to lift a ban on alcohol sales during the national state of emergency.
APTRA rolls out responsible training at Singapore Changi
The Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association has embarked on a new Responsible Retail Training Programme (RRTP) for DFS staff in stores at Singapore Changi airport.
Craft bucks US beer trend with 12% H1 growth
US craft beer grew by double digits during H1 of 2012 despite the malaise of the US beer market, says the Brewers Association.
TFWA to hold conference in China
The Tax Free World Association (TFWA) has announced that it is to hold a conference in China in March 2013 in conjunction with the Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association (APTRA).
Scotch exports hit record high
The scotch whisky category belied global economic instability in 2011 by growing sales value 23% to a record £4.2billion.
Scotch Whisky Association launches job report
The Scotch Whisky Association has launched a report, which outlines the number of jobs supported by the scotch whisky industry.
Businesses urged to make Responsibility Deal pledges
The UK government has urged the drinks industry to back its Responsibility Deal aimed at countering binge drinking and alcoholism.
France: Absinthe ban lifted
The absinthe ban in France has been lifted, according to absinthe brand La Fée.
Estonian crowned Best Baltic Sommelier
An Estonian has been named Best Baltic Sommelier after winning the Vana Tallinn Grand Prix 2010.
Scottish Labour says no to minimum pricing
Scottish Labour’s Alcohol Commission has rejected the Scottish National Party’s (SNP) proposal for minimum pricing.
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Duff Said: Awash with rum
As the weather gets bleak Philip Duff turns to the warming notes of rum for comfort. But there are currently several elements unsettling the category
