Trump unveils plans for reciprocal global tariffs
Published: 02 April, 2025
In what has been dubbed ‘Liberation Day’, US president Donald Trump has announced steep reciprocal tariffs.
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Stock Spirits acquires The Drinks Company
Published: 03 April, 2025
Stock Spirits Group has announced its acquisition of The Drinks Company, a UK-based independent spirits importer and distributor.
ItalSpirits departs from Roma Bar Show
Published: 02 April, 2025
ItalSpirits, the independent Italian spirits company founded by Giuseppe Gallo, has announced that it will not take part in the organisation of the upcoming 2025 edition of Roma Bar Show.
Majestic to acquire Enotria & Coe
Published: 01 April, 2025
UK-based specialist wine retailer, Majestic, has entered into a formal agreement to acquire wine and spirit supplier, Enotria & Coe.
Former Bacardi-Martini boss launches French distributor
Published: 01 April, 2025
IQ Spirits, a new distributor dedicated to premium independent spirits in France, has announced its launch.
Speciality to distribute Sakari Sake
Published: 01 April, 2025
Sakari Sake has announced a partnership with Speciality to distribute its range in the UK.
Boatyard expands into US
Published: 31 March, 2025
The Boatyard Distillery has announced a new partnership with Banfi Vintners to become the exclusive sales agent in the US for its Boatyard Double Gin.
Lucas Bols chief executive to step down
Published: 28 March, 2025
The Lucas Bols Company has announced that Frank Cocx, current chief financial officer, will take over as chief executive of the company.
JSMLA to register GI for Japanese whisky
Published: 28 March, 2025
The Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association (JSLMA) is planning to register Japanese whisky for Geographic Indication (GI) status.
Analysis
India’s once-banned spirit is making a comeback
Published: 03 April, 2025
India’s mahua has had a chequered history but is now enjoying a solid revival, as Eleanor Yates discovers.
Sake looks to reach new audiences with its premium styles
Published: 02 April, 2025
Continuing to grow its presence outside its domestic market, the Japanese rice wine is also hoping to attract more consumers to the higher end of its offering. By Shay Waterworth.
Bar news
Dram bar introduces new menu
Published: 02 April, 2025
London’s Soho-based cocktail bar Dram has launched its new menu, focusing on exploring the duality of ingredients in the venue’s multi-faceted space.
Experimental launches American Bar in Marais hotel
Published: 01 April, 2025
American Bar, situated inside Experimental Marais, has announced its official launch as a nod to classic New York bars.
The Ada Coleman Project expands global directory
Published: 01 April, 2025
The Ada Coleman Project, a platform dedicated to amplifying the visibility of women and non-binary professionals in the drinks industry, has announced the expansion of its global directory.
Norway's Daniel Pappa wins Torres Brandy Zero Challenge 2025
Published: 31 March, 2025
Daniel Pappa, bartender at Svanen in Oslo, has been named winner of the third edition of the Torres Brandy Zero Challenge 2025, earning a €30,000 prize to bring his project to life.