Liquor stores will be permitted to remain open in New York, New Jersey and California during the coronavirus pandemic after they were declared “essential businesses”.
California wineries continue to operate as "essential businesses" while retail sales soar
The Wine Institute of California has argued that wineries are an “essential business” and should be allowed to maintain operations during a lockdown.
LIWF move to Monday for 2013
London International Wine Trade Fair organiser, Brintex, has announced that the 2013 show will now start on the Monday, May 20 instead of the usual Tuesday. The three-day show will therefore finish on the Wednesday, May 22.
Diageo appoints Menezes to the board
Ivan Menezes has been appointed to the Diageo board as an executive director with effect from July 2.
Beam floats in Fortune Brands break up
US Spirits company Fortune Brands today begun trading as Beam on the New York stock exchange, following the separation of its businesses.
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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
