Handshake Speakeasy named best bar in North America
Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy took the top spot in the live awards ceremony of North America’s 50 Best Bars held in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, last night.
Campari Group doubles production capacity of Aperol
Campari Group has doubled the production capacity of Aperol by expanding its Novi Ligure plant in northwest Italy.
Grey Goose launches vodka blended with water from Alpine peaks
French vodka brand Grey Goose has announced the launch of a limited-edition bottling produced with Alpine spring water and winter wheat and filtered at sub-freezing temperatures.
Satan's Whiskers named best bar in UK
Satan’s Whiskers took the title of Best Bar in the UK at the CLASS Bar Awards 2024, which took place last night (16 April) at Battersea Arts Centre in London.
Seatrus Gin joins Friarwood portfolio
Friarwood wine and spirits merchant has announced it has gained exclusive rights to import Italian gin Seatrus in the UK.
Aberfeldy and Finca Ambrosia partner to create Malbec finish
Scotch whisky brand Aberfeldy has partnered with Argentinian Winery, Finca Ambrosia, for the most recent edition to its Wine Cask Collection.
Molson Coors to invest over £100m into UK breweries
Molson Coors Beverage Company has announced its plans to invest more than £100m in its UK brewery and beverage network over the next five years.
Douglas Laing launches first single malt
Independent bottler Douglas Laing & Co has entered the single malt market with the launch of its non-age statement Strathearn single malt.
Patrón XO Cafe returns to US market
Patrón tequila has announced it is bringing back Patrón XO Cafe to the US having discontinued the product three years ago.
Demeter Collection auction first to recognise women in whisky
The Demeter Collection, created to recognise the work of women in the whisky sector, has raised nearly £50,000 at auction for the OurWhisky Foundation.
Altamura Distilleries enters Australian market
Altamura Distilleries is set to launch into Australia this April, marking further expansion of the brand's global distribution, as it recently launched into India.
William Grant and Sons launches ultra-premium blended whisky
William Grant and Sons has launched a new high-aged blended Scotch brand, Wildmoor.
Stauning expands core portfolio with new release
Danish distillery Stauning is expanding its core portfolio with the launch of a new expression, Høst (40.5% abv).
Familia Torres named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2024
Spanish wine producer Familia Torres has been named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2024 in the 14th edition of the ranking.
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