Brands Report 2026: Liqueurs

Published: 28 January, 2026

For a decade, Campari has reigned over the liqueurs list, holding the number one spot consistently since 2016.

Starward founder fully acquires Australian whisky business

Published: 27 January, 2026

Starward Whisky has announced that founder David Vitale has fully acquired the business, concluding Diageo and other shareholder involvement in the business.

Brewdog to shut down distilling business

Published: 27 January, 2026

Scottish brewer Brewdog will stop operations at its distillery in Aberdeenshire and cease production of its spirits brands.

Brands Report 2026: Mezcal

Published: 27 January, 2026

Long-standing category champion Del Maguey has finally been toppled by Siete Misterios

Brands Report 2026: Vodka

Published: 26 January, 2026

It’s tight across the entire board when it comes to this category, with often just a handful of bars separating rankings.

Cawston Press acquires Loah beer

Published: 26 January, 2026

British soft drinks business Cawston Press has bought Loah beer for an undisclosed sum, as the company expands into the no and low space.

Black Lines’ Kuleen Khimasia on the rise of the RTD

Published: 28 January, 2026

Ready-to-drink cocktails have fast become one of the drinks sector’s few good news stories. 

EU-India deal ‘making history’

Published: 27 January, 2026

The trade deal that slashes tariffs on European produce in India has been hailed by the European Commission and Spiritseurope as a major positive for both sides. Shay Waterworth reports

The Gulf Bar Show returns for 2026

Published: 26 January, 2026

The Gulf Bar Show will return for its second edition in 2026, taking place from 30-31 March at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference and Events Centre for two days of talks, tastings, and international takeovers.