New Zealand wine regions to gain GIs
Published: 27 July, 2017
The New Zealand Geographical Indications (Wine and Spirits) Registration Act has come into force today giving better protection to 18 of the country’s wine regions.
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Diageo profits up 25% for 2017
Published: 27 July, 2017
Global beer and spirits brand, Diageo has reported a 25% increase in operating profit (£3.6bn) and a 15% increase in sales profit (£12.1bn) for the year ending 30 June 2017.
Fentimans launches can range
Published: 26 July, 2017
Fentimans has launched the world’s first range of botanically brewed cans, available in the brand’s four most popular flavours.
Brewdog sets sights on Australia
Published: 25 July, 2017
Scottish brewer, Brewdog is ready to expand its industry empire to Australia with its first set of recruitment under way and plans to locate in Brisbane or Newcastle (Aus).
First Israeli whisky ready for auction
Published: 25 July, 2017
The Milk & Honey - Israel’s first whisky distillery will auction off the first 100 bottles of kosher single malt whisky in Israel on an online auction from August 11.
Asian demand boosts BI wine sales
Published: 25 July, 2017
BI wine and spirits merchant has seen total sales increase by 43% to more than £50m in the first half of 2017, of which Asia accounted for 50%.
Campari sells Carolans and Irish Mist to Heaven Hill
Published: 24 July, 2017
Gruppo Campari has announced the sale of Carolans and Irish Mist to Heaven Hill Brands, via the sale of 100% of the share capital of TJ Carolan & Son Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary.
Graham Norton releases 2017 vintages with Invivo
Published: 24 July, 2017
British talk show host Graham Norton has launched a new vintage for 2017 with New Zealand wine makers Invivo Wines.
Maison Louis Jadot acquires Prieur-Brunet
Published: 24 July, 2017
Pierre-Henry Gagey, president at Louis Jadot, has announced the acquisition of Burgundian estate, Domaine Prieur-Brunet in Santenay.
Beer52: The world's largest beer club
Published: 21 July, 2017
Scottish craft beer club, Beer52 has doubled subscriptions every year since it was founded in Edinburgh four years ago.
Rebecca Creek Distillery receives $15m investment
Published: 21 July, 2017
Rebecca Creek Distillery, one of the largest ‘craft’ distilleries in the US, has received a $15m investment by Dr. Henning Kreke, board chairman of Düsseldorf–based beauty retailer Douglas.
WSTA announces annual conference keynote speakers
Published: 21 July, 2017
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association has announced Lord Price, minister of state for international trade and Wetherspoon boss, Tim Martin as keynote speakers at this year’s WSTA Annual Conference this September.
Bolney Wine Estate wins Winery of the Year
Published: 21 July, 2017
The Bolney Wine Estate has won ‘Winery of the Year’ at the inaugural UK Wine Awards, led by Wine Producers’ Julia Trustram Eve and members of the EWP and UK Vineyards Association.
The House of Camus launches an Irish whiskey
Published: 20 July, 2017
Cognac producer Camus has unveiled a project to make an Irish whiskey, using old cognac barrels with ex-bourbon casks blended and aged on an Irish island.
Analysis
Digital branding: Gimmick or game-changer?
Published: 26 July, 2017
James Harmer of Touch packaging innovation explores the potential benefits for brands via technology-led packaging and smartphones.
Beer: What's after craft?
Published: 25 July, 2017
It’s been a runaway success, but the craft beer movement can’t rest on its laurels. Shay Waterworth takes a look at the direction it might be heading in
Bar news
A view from the city: Granada
Published: 25 July, 2017
Hamish Smith speaks to Alfonso Maya, Owner and Head Bartender of Alexander Cocktail Club & Speakeasy Bar