Drinks International is delighted to announce that Patience Gould, its former editor and a well known figure in the drinks industry, is returning to write a regular column.
International Spirits Challenge 2020 Awards date revealed
16 October, 2020
The winners of the International Spirits Challenge 2020 Awards will be announced via a live presentation on various social media channels at 8pm GMT on October 28.
Halewood opens distillery in St. Petersburg
07 September, 2020
Halewood has opened a £5 million distillery in St. Petersburg in order to boost production of its J.J. Whitley vodka.
Global drinks buyers, bartenders, business owners and managers can now enjoy a digital edition of Drinks International each month by following our online application process.
Pick of the Launches
22 August, 2018
Here is the pick of the launches from last month, as featured in Drinks International magazine August edition.
Pick of the Launches
25 January, 2018
Here is the pick of the launches from last month, as featured in Drinks International magazine January edition
The Drinks International Challenge Series comprise of a vibrant mix of different competitions which celebrate innovation and excellence within the global drinks industry.
The series offers drinks producers an objective, credible and highly competitive platform by which they can benchmark their brands, designs, campaigns and initiatives and gain recognition for their quality.
Our challenge series is home to over thirty independent industry experts, who assess entries through rigorous blind tastings and discussion judging days. Our panel of international judges consist of the most respected leaders in the business and include mixologists, bar managers, drinks buyers, design experts, marketing professionals and journalists.
Medals and trophies will be awarded to the winners in each challenge, with the results published in Drinks International magazine and online at drinksint.com.
Photos from our judging day courtesy of www.grantpritchard.co.uk
Designed to offer a highly credible and competitive platform, the series comprises:
The Wine Design Challenge
There is no doubt that design is a vital ingredient to the success of any wine brand. Great design and packaging will successfully communicate a brands image,
wine’s origins and provenance and in turn, this can have a massive impact on sales. First impressions count, which is why the design of any wine brand is crucial.
We are in search of new and repackaged designs and initiatives for wine brands across the globe. Entries are welcome from wine producers, design agencies or associated companies.
Entries will be assessed by an expert panel of judges which comprise of wine retailers, wine writers, graphic designers, art directors and on- and offtrade professionals.
Entry Deadline: Wednesday 18th December 2019
The Drinks Marketing Challenge
The drinks industry is home to some exciting brands and some of the most innovative marketing initiatives in the world. A strong, relevant and well defined brand identity is key
to successful marketing for wines, beers and spirits in the drinks sector. Innovative and creative campaigns can increase drinks brands awareness and deliver its key messages to reach
new and existing customers.
Our Challenge recognises and celebrates the impact marketing has on creating and sustaining brand values.
Entries are open to wines, beers and spirits producers, marketing and PR agencies that have planned and implemented a successful campaign in the last twelve months.
Entry Deadline: Wednesday 18th December 2019
For More Information Contact:
RICK BEAUMONT - Tel: +44 (0) 1293 558130 | Email: rick.beaumont@drinksint.com
JO MORLEY - Tel: +44 (0) 1293 590044 | Email: jo.morley@drinksint.com
The Millionaires' Club 2014
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Welcome to The Millionaires' Club 2014.
The Millionaires’ Club is Drinks International’s ranking of the biggest selling brands in the global spirits industry.
For qualification brands must achieve global sales volumes of 1 million 9-litre cases or more.
This year the list comprises 179 spirits and liqueurs from all corners of the world, with notable brands entering and dropping out of the 2014 list.
Alongside the Full Listing, this year's supplement includes the Market Overview and a breakdown of brands by spirits category.
There are sections on the Fastest Growing spirits and the Major Players that operate million-case brands.
We picked out our Ones to Watch for next year, and we speak to Officer's Choice owner ABD about building the biggest whisky brand in the world.
Get Carter for the LIWF
24 January, 2013
Brintex, organisers of the London International Wine Fair (LIWF), have announced the appointment of Ross Carter as exhibition director, replacing James Murray who resigned after 10 years in the role.
Profile: Mikaël Silvestre
29 October, 2012
World Cup finalist, UEFA Champions League, FA and League Cup winner… and now rum brand owner. Christian Davis tackles French international footballer Mikaël Silvestre
Bergersen becomes Pilsner Urquell’s International Master Bartender
05 October, 2012
Bartender Kim Daniel Bergersen of Norway prevailed from a field of 11 finalists at Pilsner Urquell’s International Master Bartender (IMB) competition.
International Wine Challenge results
12 September, 2012
The International Wine Challenge held is annual bash at the Hilton on London’s Park Lane last night at which all its trophy winners were announced.
Brands by Value
11 July, 2012
We have teamed up with Brand Finance to reveal the world’s biggest wine and spirits brands by value. Christian Davis highlights trends in the sector
Drinks International to celebrate 40th birthday
09 July, 2012
Drinks International will celebrate its 40th birthday with the great and the good of the UK drinks industry on Thursday in London.
CEO of Sogrape Vinhos, Francisco Ferreira, has ventured that the planting of further international varietals could help to attract more consumers to Portuguese wine.
SPI signs up Telford for Stoli's distribution in China
27 March, 2012
SPI Group has signed a five-year agreement with Telford International Company for the distribution of its Stolichnaya portfolio in China.
Danny DeVito’s Limoncello poised for world markets
12 March, 2012
Danny DeVito’s Limoncello is about to be rolled out to international markets, following its US launch in 2011.
More than 40,000 visit ProWein
08 March, 2012
The trade wine fair ProWein attracted over 40,000 visitors, according to its organisers Messe Düsseldorf.
World of Patria takes Chase into GTR
28 February, 2012
Travel Retail operator World of Patria International has reached agreement with Chase Distillery to offer its range of spirits and liqueurs.
Johnnie Walker takes 1st place in Brands by Value list
23 February, 2012
Johnnie Walker has taken first place in Brands by Value, a list of the world’s 50 most valuable drinks brands.
Patrón Spirits takes XO Café to China
13 February, 2012
Patrón Spirits International will introduce its XO Café variant to China following an agreement with the Shanghai-based Telford Wine & Spirits.
International Cider Challenge open for entries
26 January, 2012
Entries are now being taken for the International Cider Challenge.
Altia buys Xanté
23 January, 2012
Altia Plc is buying the Xanté Company and the Xanté spirits brand from the Swedish Tilander family.
No German ice wine this year
10 January, 2012
There is unlikely to be any ice wine from Germany this year because of the mild winter north west Europe is experiencing.
Peroni to gain from craft's rise, says brand director
05 December, 2011
The rise of craft beer in the US can benefit Peroni Nastro Azzurro, says the lager's global brand director Andrew Walker.
Asia-Pacific to become the fastest-growing alcoholic drinks region over the next five years
14 November, 2011
International Wine & Spirit Research (IWSR) says that Asia-Pacific will be the fastest-growing region for the alcoholic beverage markets over the next five years.
Patience Gould returns to Drinks International
11 November, 2011
Drinks International is delighted to announce that Patience Gould, its former editor and a well known figure in the drinks industry, is returning to write a regular column.
Martell targets Asian TR for Millésimes debut
11 November, 2011
Cognac house Martell has announced it will unveil the first expression of its Millésimes Collection in Asian duty free on November 23.
07 November, 2011
Halewood goes Down Under with Crabbie’s
02 November, 2011
The UK's Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer has touched down in Australia in the first stage of a planned global roll out.
DI September goes online
25 October, 2011
The September edition of Drinks International is now online and can be downloaded as a digital magazine by clicking here.
Foursquare takes top gongs at Golden Rum Barrel Awards
21 October, 2011
UK Rumfest has announced the winners of the Golden Rum Barrel Awards 2011, with Foursquare Distillery of Barbados taking home two of the top prizes.
Halewood International founder dies
17 October, 2011
John Halewood of Halewood International has died. He passed away on October 15.
DIVA to distribute SA wines
13 October, 2011
French distributor DIVA (Distribution Internationale de Vins et Alcools) has created DIVA South Africa to market some of the country’s ‘premium’ wines to an international audience.
Pilsner Urquell anoints its master
07 October, 2011
Czech lager brand Pilsner Urquell has anointed Dubliner Fearghus McCormack as its International Master Bartender 2011.
Constellation acquires Ruffino wine brand
07 October, 2011
Constellation Brands has purchased the remaining 50.1% of Italian wine brand Ruffino from MPF International.
DJ designs Olmeca tequila bottle
20 September, 2011
Russia: Pernod Ricard has teamed up with DJ Ferry Corsten to launch a limited edition bottle of Olmeca tequila. The product will be exclusive to Russia, where Olmeca holds a 41% market share.
ABInbev named Travel Retail Awards sponsor
12 September, 2011
Drinks International is pleased to announce that beer group ABInbev has joined Prosecco brand Follador as sponsors of this year's Travel Retail Awards.
Follador to sponsor Drinks International’s Travel Retail Awards
07 September, 2011
Drinks International is delighted to announce that premier Italian Prosecco producer Follador is to sponsor this year's Travel Retail Awards.
StarBev eyes international expansion for Staropramen
05 August, 2011
StarBev has announced ‘significant investments’ in its Staropramen brand, as it eyes international expansion.
27 July, 2011
Millionaires Club 2011 is published
11 July, 2011
Drinks International and Euromonitor International have published the Millionaires Club 2011. The report lists spirits brands that sell over one million nine-litre cases. A record 172 brands feature in this year’s edition and figures are based on 2010 sales volumes.
Entries are now open for this year’s Drinks International Travel Retail Awards. The awards will take place during the TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes.The magazine has announced a new venue for this year’s awards – the Bay Restaurant within the Palais des Festivals et des Congres complex.
Lanson launches champagne education website
11 May, 2011
Lanson International has launched a website to educate trade and consumers about champagne, called L‟Académie de Lanson.
Cocktail Challenge results revealed
11 May, 2011
Drinks International has announced the category winners of the 18th annual Cocktail Challenge.
Balblair 1995 to launch at TFWA Asia Pacific
09 May, 2011
International Beverage Holdings will unveil the 1995 vintage of Balblair single malt scotch whisky at TFWA Asia Pacific.
17 January, 2011
International Spirits Challenge results revealed
09 November, 2010
The International Spirits Challenge winners were announced at a ceremony in London last night.
Masters of Wine to talk in Asia
25 October, 2010
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.
Drinks International Travel Retail Awards announced
22 October, 2010
Drinks International Travel Retail Awards trophy winners were announced during the Tax Free World Association exhibition in Cannes this week (October 19).
Comment
Nick Strangeway
NOTHING'S NORMAL
Happy customers across the UK enjoyed their first pints and non-homemade cocktails at the start of July as its hospitality sector reopened after months of lockdown. But normal service has hardly resumed.
