It may be suffering something of a slump when it comes to cocktail menus, but cognac still has presence in the world’s best bars.

There’s no change in the top three, but the lower echelons see some shifts and a new entry.

The glow up that the tequila category has undergone in recent years must be the envy of the wider spirit world.

Just as Ketel One was on the precipice of completing the perfect 10, in swoops Grey Goose to snatch the vodka crown.

If you had to bet your house on one brand topping a list, it would probably be Jameson in the Irish whiskey category.

The usual crowd have populated this year’s bestselling rum list. In fact, nine of the 10 brands remain a constant, with the first seven in the ranking identical to the previous year. 

There’s been little change in the best sellers, with the top brands all holding, says Hamish Smith

Former Artesian bartenders Alex Kratena and Simone Caporale have announced the launch of P(OUR), a foundation to build a holistic community for the global drinks industry.