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Guy Ritchie directs Beckham in Haig Club 'Welcome'Published:17 October, 2014

Diageo has announced the launch of its first TV advert for its single grain Scotch whisky Haig Club, directed by Guy Ritchie. 
Bartender-demand arrests Noilly Prat declinePublished:15 October, 2014

Noilly Prat is enjoying growth for the first time in around seven years because of growing demand for vermouth from bartenders, according to brand owner Bacardi. 
Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff named ‘Best Global Brands’ Published:16 October, 2014

Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff have once again earned a place on the Interbrand ranking of the top 100 most valuable global brands. 
Babycham unveils two new flavoursPublished:17 October, 2014

Babycham has released two additions to its range, cherry soda and cream soda. 
WSTA Spirits Committee elects new chairman Published:16 October, 2014

The Wine and Spirit Trade Association’s Spirits Committee has elected Finn O’Driscoll, managing director of SHS Drinks, as its new chairman. He replaces Chris Searle.
Carlsberg UK restructures executive teamPublished:17 October, 2014

Carlsberg UK has restructured its executive team by creating two new sales director roles. 
AGWA announces new appointmentPublished:17 October, 2014

Australian Grape and Wine Authority have announced the appointment of Stuart Barclay as market development general manager. 
Diageo secures Investors in Young People accreditationPublished:16 October, 2014

Diageo has achieved Investors in Young People accreditation in recognition of its work with young people. 
Scottish craft brewers in North America mission Published:15 October, 2014

A delegation of Scottish craft brewers has arrived in North America on a learning journey led by Scottish Development International (SDI).
Pernod Ricard sends young talents to One Young World Published:14 October, 2014

Pernod Ricard is sending nine ‘young talents’ to the One Young World Summit in Dublin from 15-19 October. 
Bowmore unveils Black Rock festive gift pack Published:14 October, 2014

Bowmore Islay Malt has launched a limited edition Black Rock Gift Pack for the festive season.
Sake Sommelier of the Year announces semi-finalistsPublished:14 October, 2014

The Sake Sommelier Association (SSA) and Academy of Food & Wine Service (AFWS) have announced the six semi-finalists of this year’s Sake Sommelier of the Year competition. 
Chivas completes construction of Dalmunach distilleryPublished:13 October, 2014

Chivas Brothers, the scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, has completed the construction of its new Speyside malt whisky distillery.
Champagne Canard-Duchêne announces half-year resultsPublished:13 October, 2014

Champagne Canard-Duchêne has announced a 2.54% volume increase between January and July 2014. 
Analysis
The whiskey engineerPublished:16 October, 2014

Jeff Arnett wanted to build cars but his life took another path. Hamish Smith talks to the man behind Jack Daniel’s
Japan's rice wine Published:16 October, 2014

Sake is an ancient drink in Japan that is finding fortune across other markets. Jaq Bayles looks at its appeal
Comment
Patience Gould on Make Mine a Martini Published:13 October, 2014

Patience Gould gets to grips with her new favourite read – and wishes she could ask the author some questions regarding the world’s current state
Bar news
Mash's Lawson takes Noilly Prat Martini winPublished:15 October, 2014

French bartender Steve Lawson from Mash in London has won the UK final of Noilly Prat’s first Classic Dry Martini Cocktail Challenge.
City Guide to Sydney Published:16 October, 2014

Sam Bygrave taps into Sydney’s growing bar scene
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