China suspends beverage imports from Taiwan
Published: 15 December, 2022
China has suspended some imports of beer, liquor and other beverages from Taiwan, allegedly over a labelling issue.
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UKHospitality calls for rail strike resolution
Published: 15 December, 2022
With rail strikes set to bring the UK’s rail network to a standstill, as rail workers walk out over a long-running row over jobs, pay and conditions, hospitality businesses are seeing large-scale cancellations impacting the sector at its most critical trading period of the year.
BrewDog Distilling Co's first whisky cask sale breaks records on Whisky Hammer
Published: 14 December, 2022
On Sunday, BrewDog Distilling Co’s first ever cask sale closed after four days, hosted by Whisky Hammer, which comes as the best performing whisky cask auction to date for a new distillery start-up.
Black Cow Vodka partners with Virgin Atlantic
Published: 13 December, 2022
Black Cow vodka will be partnering with Virgin Atlantic this Christmas for a festive serve on select long-haul flights from December 24 - 26.
Analysis
A rummage through rum styles
Published: 15 December, 2022
As rum grows, diversification is inevitable. Clinton Cawood reports on the innovations in style.
Record-breaking Hainan store opens doors
Published: 15 December, 2022
The world’s largest duty free store has opened on Hainan but what does the future hold for this fast-growing market?
Bar news
Everleaf partners with UK bars this ‘Try January’
Published: 15 December, 2022
This January, Everleaf non-alcoholic aperitif will be partnering with bars across the UK for its ‘Try January’ initiative, offering a complimentary cocktail to consumers.
Oslo cocktail bar Himkok launches new menu
Published: 15 December, 2022
Oslo-based cocktail bar Himkok has announced a new menu that uses Scandinavian produce to evoke memories of Norway’s traditional sweet treats.