Beam Suntory announces CEO transition

Published: 20 July, 2023

Beam Suntory’s president and CEO, Albert Baladi, has announced that he will transition CEO responsibilities effective 1 October this year to Greg Hughes, the company’s current senior vice president chief growth and brands officer. 

Penfolds appoints new creative partner

Published: 20 July, 2023

Penfolds has announced Nigo, the founder of Human Made and artistic director of Kenzo, as its first-ever creative partner.

Coa named Asia’s best bar for third year running

Published: 18 July, 2023

Coa from Hong Kong has been named the best bar in Asia for the third year in a row at the eighth edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars in a live ceremony held in Hong Kong.

Bruichladdich reduces packaging emissions by 65% with redesign of The Classic Laddie

Published: 17 July, 2023

Islay distillery, Bruichladdich, has redesigned its signature The Classic Laddie, removing the secondary tin and significantly reducing glass weight to reduce packaging CO₂ emissions by 65%.

Anchor to shut down after 127 years

Published: 14 July, 2023

After 127 years, having survived San Francisco’s 1906 earthquake, Prohibition and both World Wars, Anchor Brewing Company is closing down due to recent economic pressures.

Sambuca: embracing new ways

Published: 22 June, 2023

Sambuca has been in decline for a while, but producers believe it has potential to reach new consumers with evolving serves and cocktails.

Japan invests in whisky

Published: 22 June, 2023

Exports have become a priority for big brands as global demand increases.

Michael Hajiyianni: Ruby's great import

Published: 14 July, 2023

The cliché entry into bartending is during the university years, where a part time job to support a student loan snowballs into a career. But for some, hospitality is in their blood. Michael Hajiyianni, general manager of veteran Copenhagen bar Ruby, falls into the latter category.

Hacha announces Tequila & Mezcal Cocktail Competitions 2023

Published: 18 July, 2023

London Agave bar Hacha, is bringing back its nationwide competition to find Britain’s best Tequila and Mezcal Cocktails, with the grand finale taking place on 18 September.