Kentucky bourbon Maker’s Mark has appointed Dr Blake Layfield as the brand’s next master distiller, and Beth Buckner as lead blender.

Familia Torres has been named the most innovative winery at the Golden Vines Awards 2024 held in Madrid.

Applications are now open for the Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award for The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024.

Innovation in the category is aimed at attracting younger consumers, especially through cocktails.

Following a one-year hiatus, the Drinks International Travel Retail Awards will be returning for its 16^th year to celebrate innovation and excellence in the world of drinks travel retail.

Quintessential Brands has launched its ‘Spirit Centre’ - an innovation hub  for all channels which aims to improve customer collaboration.

Premium rosé, ecommerce and innovation in packaging will form the bedrock of Foncalieu’s strategy as it bids to enjoy a strong commercial performance in 2021.

With age statements and innovation grabbing attention worldwide, Cognac sales are booming. But can it keep up with global demand? Gavin D Smith reports 

Nomacorc has launched Select 100, a closure for fragile wines and full bodied red wines that requiring extended aging.

Diageo has appointed Gavin Pike to the role of global brand director for Johnnie Walker. Pike is currently marketing and innovation director, with Diageo’s venture, Brandhouse Beverages, in South Africa.