Vinarchy appoints global chief executive

Published: 15 May, 2025

The board of global wine business Vinarchy has appointed Danny Celoni as its chief executive officer.

InvestBev closes eight-figure deal to back Kentucky's RD1

Published: 14 May, 2025

Private equity firm InvestBev has announced the closing of an eight-figure financing agreement with Registered Distillery One (RD1).

Maverick Drinks launches Bols Blue 1575 into UK market

Published: 15 May, 2025

Maverick Drinks has announced the introduction of Bols Blue 1575 to its portfolio, as the liqueur launches in the UK for the on and off trade from this month. 

Korbel Champagne Cellars appoints Henkell Freixenet as new global partner

Published: 13 May, 2025

California Champagne producer Korbel has announced a partnership with Henkell Freixenet to oversee global sales, marketing and distribution as of 1 July 2025.

Brown‑Forman launches distribution business in Italy

Published: 12 May, 2025

Jack Daniel’s owner Brown‑Forman has announced the start of its own distribution business in Italy to bring its portfolio directly to Italian consumers for the first time. 

Speciality Brands moves into sake with Kanpai

Published: 12 May, 2025

Spirits distributor Speciality Brands has announced the addition of Kanpai, the London Craft Sake Brewery, to its portfolio.

India remains bright spot for Asia Pacific travel retail

Published: 15 May, 2025

As political and economic volatility rages, travel retail industry eyes turn to this month’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore, writes Joe Bates

Cognac’s tariffs crisis

Published: 14 May, 2025

With its two main export markets putting up barriers to trade, cognac and the thousands who rely on it for their livelihood face tough times. Oli Dodd analyses the situation for the country’s spirit powerhouse

ISC at 30: Whisky's oldest tasting competition

Published: 12 May, 2025

As the International Spirits Challenge hits a milestone, Oli Dodd asks some of the most respected whisky judges for their thoughts on how the competition has evolved and why it is so important.

Sidecar founders to open new venue in Kathmandu

Published: 13 May, 2025

Minakshi Singh and Yangdup Lama, the team behind 50 Best Bars regular Sidecar, have announced a new concept in Kathmandu, their first international foray.

Building a bar legacy

Published: 09 May, 2025

How do the cocktail venues that have achieved the heights of timelessness create and maintain their status? Oli Dodd seeks answers