Swillhouse Group in sex abuse scandal
The Sydney Morning Herald has published an investigation into high profile Australian bar and restaurant group Swillhouse, which alleges multiple incidents of sexual harassment and assault, including rape, as well as drug abuse by Swillhouse employees.
The Ada Coleman Project launches
The Ada Coleman Project, a dedicated digital space for women, has launched with the aim to foster gender equality and diversity within the industry.
Beam Suntory rebrands to Suntory Global Spirits
Beam Suntory has rebranded to become Suntory Global Spirits, as the company marks 10 years since Suntory Holdings acquired Beam Inc in 2014.
House of Suntory partners with 100 UK bars
The House of Suntory is partnering with 100 of the UK’s bars to mark its 100th anniversary, as part of the brand’s ongoing commitment to the on-trade and hospitality sector.
The Pinnacle Guide has published its framework for rewarding excellence in the best bars in the world.
Purcari Winery acquires stake in Bulgaria's Angel's Estate Winery
Purcari Wineries PLC has announced the signing of the Share Purchase Agreement for a 76% stake in Bulgarian joint stock company Angel’s Estate Winery.
Asia’s 50 Best Bars 51-100 revealed for 2022
Asia’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, has announced the 51-100 list for 2022 ahead of next Thursday’s live ceremony at Mandarin Oriental Bangkok.
Villa Massa launches Vermouth Giardino
Villa Massa has launched Vermouth Giardino, a pair of super-premium vermouth designed with the professional bartending community in mind.
The Savoy launches first outdoors terrace with Bowmore
The Savoy in London has partnered with Bowmore single malt scotch whisky to launch the hotel’s first ever pop up terrace called Solas.
Caribbean and French rum producers team up to improve exports deals
Caribbean rum producers have joined forces with French group CIRT-DOM, to help get the best deal for their exports into major markets including the European Union.
Mount Gay European ambassador appointed
Mount Gay Rum Distilleries and UK distributor First Drinks have appointed Miguel Smith as European brand ambassador for Mount Gay Rum.
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.
Diageo posts strong results
Diageo has cited ‘emerging markets’ as a reason for its positive results – including 16% growth in scotch whisky in emerging markets.
G'Vine gin cocktail connoisseur announced
G’Vine has announced the winner of its Gin Connoisseur competition. Gegam Ghazaryan of Xandom Bar in Alicante, Spain took the title after a week of challenges including blending gin, aroma exams and speed drink making. The final took place in G’Vine’s home town of Cognac.
Havana Club posts double-digit growth
Havana Club grew by 15% in 2010, following strong performances in Cuba, Germany, France and the UK.
Rémy in talks with EPI over champagne sale
The Rémy Cointreau Group has announced that it has entered into “exclusive negotiations with EPI” to sell its champagne division.
Clink! appoints operations manager
Clink! Wines, distributors to the UK and mainland Europe, has appointed Mariola Martinez as operations manager.
Master of Malt launches single malt liqueur
Whisky retailer Master of Malt has launched a liqueur made from single malt scotch whisky.
Prosecco ban progress in Australia
Italy/Australia: The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Consorzio has welcomed a ban on Australian producers using the term prosecco, under new EU laws. The Consorzio has pledged to continue fighting to get the ban implemented in other countries that continue to make prosecco, like Brazil.
Foster's Group to separate beer and wine
Foster’s Group plans to create separate stock exchange listings for its beer and wine divisions.