It was a glitteirng evening at Jamaica House in the island's capital, Kingston. A balmy evening in a superb setting. The Jamaican prime minister, Portia Simpson Miller, more than played her part in launching Appleton Estate Jamaican Independence Reserve, which coincides with the island's celebrations to mark ithe anniversary of 50 years of independence.
The Boatyard Distillery gains B-Corp certification
15 February, 2023
Irish spirits maker, The Boatyard Distillery, has announced it has earned B-Corporation certification.
Rum of Sugarlandia
08 December, 2022
After a week in Sugarlandia with Don Papa, Eleanor Yates explores the history and production of Filipino rum.
Mastiha brand Axia launches in the UK
17 November, 2021
Axia spirit, the world’s first extra-dry Mastiha spirit, has been released in the UK following launches in Greece and the US.
Diageo unveils Captain campaign
11 August, 2011
Diageo has launched a global, multi-media marketing campaign for its Captain Morgan rum-based brand.
Blandy takes control of Madeira Wine Company
03 June, 2011
Portugal: The Blandy Group has regained control of the Madeira Wine Company (MWC) from Symington Family Estates. Symington will still retain a minority share in the business, but intends to concentrate on its Cockburn port brand, which it purchased last year.
Brugal 1888 launches at Madrid airport
01 December, 2010
Brugal 1888 has been launched at Brugal Island, a rum tasting bar and store situated in Madrid airport.
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Service isn’t servitude: the skill of hosting
La’Mel Clarke, front of house at London’s Seed Library, looks at the forgotten art of hosting and why it deserves the same respect as bartending.
