EU to call on India to cut tariffs on key exports
Published: 27 February, 2025
The European Union is asking for lower tariffs on key Indian exports including whisk(e)y and wine, as part of negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India.
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Martini undergoes bottle redesign
Published: 27 February, 2025
Bacardi has launched a new bottle design for its Martini vermouth range as it continues to target the ‘aperitivo moment’ globally.
Familia Torres makes advance in CO2 capture technology
Published: 27 February, 2025
Familia Torres has piloted a successful test conducted at its Pacs del Penedès winery to concentrate carbon dioxide from wine fermentation.
Celebrate Her launches Data Census Survey to improve employment practice
Published: 26 February, 2025
Celebrate Her has teamed up with hospitality training platform Allara Global and consumer intelligence expert CGA by NIQ to launch a Data Census Survey for the drinks industry.
Diageo India says tequila proving tariff-proof
Published: 26 February, 2025
At the country's first Bar Summit, Diageo India asserted that the tequila category's growth has shown no indication of slowing despite the country's high tariffs on imported beverage alcohol.
Analysis
Ireland and the United States’ special bond is under threat
Published: 27 February, 2025
As president Trump wields his warnings of high tariffs on imports, Irish whiskey’s smaller producers are reassessing their position with the US. Shay Waterworth reports
The rise of Beaujolais Blanc
Published: 27 February, 2025
White wines from the Burgundy region are gaining wider recognition, and Beaujolais is well placed to capitalise on the shift, finds Eleanor Yates
Bar news
The Gulf Bar show announces lineup for inaugural edition
Published: 27 February, 2025
The Gulf Bar Show has announced its lineup of bartenders and industry leaders for its first edition on 7-8 April.