Diageo launches inaugural global consumer trends report
Published: 13 December, 2023
Smirnoff owner Diageo has launched a global report offering insight into consumer trends around the world.
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The International Beer Challenge 2024 launches
Published: 14 December, 2023
Now in its 28th year, the International Beer Challenge (IBC) has launched for 2024, calling on global brewers to submit their work for evaluation by industry judges.
Never Say Die Bourbon launches in the US
Published: 14 December, 2023
Never Say Die, the UK-based Kentucky straight bourbon has announced its launch in the US following its UK launch in September 2022.
Berry Bros. & Rudd report strong growth despite drop in underlying earnings
Published: 13 December, 2023
Fine wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd has announced a double-digit sales growth of 11.1% to £254.3 million for the financial year ending 31 March 2023.
East London Liquor Company bought out of administration
Published: 13 December, 2023
East London Liquor Co has been bought out of administration following “harsh new conditions” on its Time to Pay agreement with HMRC.
Pernod Ricard launches The Chuan whisky in China
Published: 12 December, 2023
French spirits maker, Pernod Ricard has announced the launch of The Chuan Pure Malt Whisky in China.
Analysis
The rise of African rum
Published: 14 December, 2023
Tyler Zielinski discovers a whole new world of production across the continent.
A new nation of rum distillers
Published: 14 December, 2023
A growing band of rum makers are putting Britain on the map – with a remit to steer the category into exciting new waters.
Jassil Villanueva Quintana: a world of flavour
Published: 14 December, 2023
Oli Dodd hears how Brugal maestra ronera Jassil Villanueva Quintana perfected a new process of aromatic cask toasting.
Bar news
Ajabu Cocktail and Spirits Festival to debut in South Africa
Published: 14 December, 2023
Africa's first bi-annual international cocktail and spirits festival, Ajabu, is set to debut in Johannesburg and Cape Town in 2024.