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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.
The Dalmore Luminary No2 launches
The Dalmore has collaborated with the V&A Dundee to launch two new Highland single malt whiskies as part of its series Luminary No2.
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust has announced the launch of a new Level 2 Award in Sake from April 2024.
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust has announced its first beer courses which are set to begin February 2024.
The Drinks International Brands Report 2024 has launched, offering the industry insights into the buying habits of the world’s best bars.
Nipperkin Bar launches at 20 Berkeley
20 Berkeley, the new British produce-led restaurant and bar in Mayfair, London, has launched its Nipperkin Bar.
Luxardo launches Espresso Liqueur in the UK
Amber Beverage UK has announced it will be launching Luxardo Espresso Liqueur in the UK this Spring.
Drinks producer Curius launches with announcement of three new brands
Beverage producer Curius has launched with the promise of bringing a “fashion-like perspective” to drinks brand-building and three new product launches in 2022.
Quintessential launches innovation Spirit Centre to the trade
Quintessential Brands has launched its ‘Spirit Centre’ - an innovation hub for all channels which aims to improve customer collaboration.
Aberfeldy launches Barrels & Bees cocktail competition
Scotch whisky brand Aberfeldy will host a series of workshops designed to educate bartenders about the vital role that honeybees play in the environment.
Pernod Ricard UK launches wine brand for dog lovers
Pernod Ricard UK has launched Leaps & Bounds, a new range of Australian wines inspired by dogs.
Coupette launches Apples in RTD form
Internationally awarded London bar Coupette has announced the launch of its Apples cocktail in RTD form from Saturday 29 May.
Bushmills launches two whiskeys as part of Original Cask series
Bushmills Irish Whiskey has released two new products as part of its Original Cask series which combine finished single malts with triple distilled grain whiskey.
Torres launches Secret del Priorat 2018
Familia Torres has expanded its range of red Priorat wines with Secret del Priorat 2018 made from Garnacha, Cariñena, Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah.
The Famous Grouse launches new bottle for British & Irish Lions tour
The Famous Grouse has launched a limited-edition label to celebrate the brand’s role as the official sponsor of The British & Irish Lions.
Tanqueray launches Blackcurrant Royale variant
Tanqueray has kicked off a raft of innovation by launching a Blackcurrant Royale variant made with French blackcurrants, vanilla and black orchid.
Here is the pick of the launches from last month, as featured in Drinks International magazine August edition.
Here is the pick of the launches from last month, as featured in Drinks International magazine January edition
Some new faces have appeared on the Jalisco horizon but is Tequila Town big enough for all of them? Hamish Smith takes a wander over yonder
Tiki Estate Pinot Gris 2011 launches
New Zealand winemankers Tiki Wines has released a 2011 Pinot Gris to the UK, Finland, Iceland, Channel Islands, Ireland and the domestic market.
Four Roses bourbon launches speakeasy
Four Roses bourbon has taken over the downstairs bar at Shaker & Company, London, for the month of February.
Edrington launches smokier Black Grouse whisky
The Edrington Group is to launch a smokier expression of its Black Grouse whisky.
French aperitif brand Lillet is looking for entries for its Twisted Vesper Cocktail Competition.
Beam launches Courvoisier Rosé
US: Beam Global and Courvoisier cognac have launched Courvoisier Rosé. The liqueur is a blend of Courvoisier cognac and French 'red wine grapes'. The flavour profile is said to feature "notes of blackberry, blackcurrant and a touch of cherry, complemented by vanilla, honey and vine-peach flavours". The 36 proof liquid (18%abv) is best served chilled or on ice and is available throughout the US for $24.99.
Chivas Brothers, the premium gin and scotch whisky arm of Pernod Ricard, has launched a gin website, www.ginandtales.com.
Moet launches champagne over ice
Moet & Chandon has launched a champagne designed to be served over ice.
Beam launches Larios 12 to Spanish travel retail
Beam Global Spirits & Wine has launched gin brand, Larios 12, to Spanish travel retail.
Chivas Regal launches global ad campaign
Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal has launched a global television commercial as part of the ongoing Live with Chivalry campaign.
Rye-malt spirit Krivach launches
Russian Distiller has launched Krivach, a malted rye distillate that is said to be the first of its type in Russia for 120 years.
India: Diageo launches 21 yo Johnnie Walker
Diageo has launched a new expression of its Johnnie Walker scotch whisky in Delhi duty free. Johnnie Walker XR 21 year old is now available in T3, Indira Gandhi International Airport.
South Africa/Ireland: Jameson launches new expression
Irish whiskey Jameson has launched a new expression in South Africa. Jameson Select Reserve is made from a blend of small batch grain whiskey, not found in any other Jameson expression, and single Irish pot still whiskey.
Stock launches 21 year old Czech whisky
Stock Spirits has launched a 21 year old single malt Czech whisky. The company believes it to be the only Bohemian single malt in the world.
Diageo launches ready to serve cocktails
Spain/Portugal/Italy: Diageo has launched two ready to serve cocktails. The J&B Manhattan is to sell for €9.99 (70cl) and will roll out across Spain’s off-trade this month. J&B blended scotch whisky is mixed with cherry and cranberry flavours as well as citrus and the product has an ABV of 14.9%.
Ardbeg launches second Supernova
Islay malt whisky, Ardbeg is to launch a second edition of Ardbeg Supernova – SN2010 – to be released on May 31 2010. This limited edition release is 40% more peaty than the distillery’s already heavily peated flagship Ardbeg ten years old.
