NEWSLETTER

08 May, 2025

Dear reader,

Welcome to the Drinks International newsletter.

Until next week....

Shay Waterworth, Oli Dodd, Eleanor Yates and Hamish Smith

Top Stories

The Dalmore launches Luminary 2025 Edition

Published: 08 May, 2025

The Dalmore has launched the third edition of its Luminary Series which features two single malt whiskies and is part of a collaboration with architect Ben Dobbin.

Analysis

The battle of the wine expos

Published: 08 May, 2025

Vinexpo has stolen a march on competitor Prowein by creating a Paris-based event that many visitors find more pocket-friendly, finds Shay Waterworth

How Bols is building after 450 years

Published: 08 May, 2025

With new expressions and an ongoing search for acquisitions, the Netherlands-based liqueurs company is not resting on tradition. Eleanor Yates catches up with chief executive-elect Frank Cocx.

Comment

Making the pitch for a wider listings reach

Published: 08 May, 2025

In April it was announced that Ben Branson’s Pollen Projects, the parent company of his Sylva and seasn non-alcoholic brands, had joined UK distributor Speciality Brands. Off the back of this news, Branson offers advice aimed at those seeking distribution.

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