Court unseals Diddy’s racial discrimination lawsuit against Diageo

Published: 06 July, 2023

Newly unredacted documents have shed light on US rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs claims of racial discrimination against drinks giant Diageo.

Scottish couple to sue Diageo over black fungus property damage

Published: 06 July, 2023

A Scottish court has ruled that a couple, who have claimed that the angel’s share emissions from a whisky bond have devalued their home, can pursue damages action against Diageo.

Pernod Ricard veteran launches Cognac brand

Published: 06 July, 2023

Guillaume Thomas, veteran Pernod Ricard executive, will launch Martingale Cognac this autumn.

Bladnoch Distillery releases The Samhla Collection

Published: 06 July, 2023

Bladnoch Distillery, the oldest privately-owned Scotch whisky distillery in the Lowlands, has announced the launch of its new collection of whiskies: The Samhla Collection. 

Lion completes takeover of Four Pillars

Published: 05 July, 2023

Sydney-based brewing group, Lion, has completed its takeover of Australian spirits producer Four Pillars for an undisclosed sum. 

Agile Media acquires rights to Sommelier Wine Awards

Published: 03 July, 2023

Agile Media, owner of Drinks International, has agreed an exclusive deal with Imbibe Live to bring back The Sommelier Wine Awards for 2024.

Jinro launches series of UK activations

Published: 03 July, 2023

Korean soju brand Jinro has launched the first of three activations in Europe planned for 2023 after breaking 100m 9-litre cases.

Argentinian rollercoaster

Published: 22 June, 2023

Sorrel Moseley-Williams reports on a climatically challenging but surprisingly good 2023 harvest.

High-tech green approach in agave fields

Published: 22 June, 2023

Diageo employs drones to boost water conservation in Jalisco as tequila on brink of overtaking vodka as industry leader in the US.

Menu of the month: Double Chicken Please

Published: 22 June, 2023

Double Chicken Please is really two bars. In the front, a casual space slinging quick-to-serve cocktails on tap and in the back a high-concept drinks list inspired by food.

Peru’s Sastreria Martinez launches new menu

Published: 05 July, 2023

Peru-based cocktail bar, Sastreria Martinez, has announced the launch of its brand new menu titled Collection 2023.

Chairman’s Reserve Spice Lab reveals 10 UK finalists

Published: 30 June, 2023

Chairman’s Reserve Rum of Saint Lucia has announced the 10 UK finalists of ‘The Chairman’s Spice Lab’, a program designed to showcase the abilities and understanding of the spiced rum category by bartenders around the world.