Sandy Hyslop retires as Chivas Brothers master blender

Published: 10 December, 2025

Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky arm of Pernod Ricard, has named Kevin Balmforth as its new master blender, succeeding Sandy Hyslop.  

Diageo opens £73m Guinness site in London

Published: 09 December, 2025

Diageo has announced the opening of Guinness Open Gate Brewery, a new £73m visitor experience and working microbrewery in London’s Covent Garden.

Chimera Brand Development expands portfolio

Published: 09 December, 2025

UK-based distribution and brand-building company, Chimera Brand Development, has announced the addition of three brands to its portfolio.

AB InBev acquires majority stake in BeatBox for $490m

Published: 08 December, 2025

Brewing giant Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) has announced plans to acquire an 85% stake in ready-to-drink brand BeatBox, for approximately $490m. 

Madrí Excepcional hits £1bn in annual sales as brand turns five

Published: 08 December, 2025

Madrí Excepcional has announced that it has surpassed £1 billion in annual sales, five years after launching.

James Gin scales global presence

Published: 08 December, 2025

James Gin, the gin brand created by James May, has announced its international expansion, partnering with global spirits consultancy Russell & Stellar to lead its growth beyond the UK and US.

Holly Graham to open agave bar in Japanese ski resort

Published: 11 December, 2025

Tokyo Confidential founder Holly Graham will open a new agave bar called Tepache in the Japanese skiing resort of Niseko, on 12 December.

The Dead Rabbit expands with second Irish Exit bar

Published: 10 December, 2025

The team behind The Dead Rabbit has announced the opening of its second Irish Exit bar, at  Centennial Yards in downtown Atlanta.

Jigger & Pony Group launches Pop City x Pony

Published: 08 December, 2025

Jigger & Pony Group has announced the launch of Pop City x Pony, a cocktail-first concept in collaboration with The House of Suntory.