Asia’s 50 Best Bars returns to Hong Kong
Asia’s 50 Best Bars has announced its ninth edition live ceremony will take place in Hong Kong on 16 July 2024, for the second year in a row.
Scotch granted trademark protection in Hong Kong
The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has announced that Scotch whisky has been registered as a trademark in Hong Kong, following the success of its application.
Hong Kong to host Asia's 50 Best Bars 2023
The eighth edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, will be announced at a live awards ceremony in Hong Kong on 18 July 2023.
The Dalmore fetches $1.1m at Hong Kong auction
A rare collection of six Highland single malts from The Dalmore fetched a record $1,124,000 bid at an auction in Hong Kong.
Four Seasons launches new bar ARGO
Four Seasons Hong Kong has opened a new bar called ARGO which aims to push innovation and become a staple among the local bar scene.
Coa Shanghai layout revealed by founder Jay Khan
Coa founder Jay Khan has revealed further details about his new bar which is set to open in mid-July in Shanghai.
Coa tops Asia's 50 Best Bars 2021
Coa of Hong Kong has been crowned Asia’s Best Bar in 2021 following a virtual awards ceremony of Asia’s 50 Best Bars on Thursday, 6 May.
The unstoppable Holly Graham
“It sounds strange but I don’t have any definite goals right now because it feels like I’ve done great. I’m super happy with where I’m at and getting on that Bar World 100 list blew my fucking mind, I was in tears seeing my name at 26."
Avallen gains global distribution deal
Avallen has announced a global partnership with UK-based Charter Brands to drive new routes to market beyond Europe, Hong Kong & Australia.
SPI signs up Telford for Stoli's distribution in China
SPI Group has signed a five-year agreement with Telford International Company for the distribution of its Stolichnaya portfolio in China.
China falls in love with Italian wine, claims Vinitaly organiser
Veronafiere, organisers of the Vinitaly exhibition, claims China has fallen in love with its Italian wines which were in show at the recent Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair (HKIWSF).
Christie’s raises $11m in 36-hour wine sale
Christie’s has conducted a 36-hour wine auction in Hong Kong and New York, with sales totalling US$11.2m.
Prowein pulls them in: attendance up 5%
Prowein organiser Messe Düsseldorf has announced record attendance figures for the show held this week, 27-29 March 2011.
Masters of Wine to talk in Asia
Two Asian wine experts are to host an introduction to the Institute of Masters of Wine education programme at the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair in early November.
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Ben Branson on the future of non-alc spirits
In his inaugural column for Drinks International, Branson takes a wider look at the overall non-alcoholic spirits sector to identify which brands will thrive and which won’t survive.
