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Hospitality network launches for the Gulf
Derrick Pereira, media veteran and co-founder of Drip Magazine, has launched New Shift, a platform designed to help hospitality workers in the Gulf collaborate.
New Zealand Winegrowers appoints new chief executive
New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW) has appointed Anishka Jelicich as its next chief executive officer, commencing at the end of July 2026.
Cask to distribute WhistlePig in the UK
Vermont-based whiskey distillery WhistlePig has appointed Cask as its new UK importer and distributor as the brand begins its next chapter of international expansion.
Whisky Hammer launches Hong Kong hub
Scottish online whisky auctioneer Whisky Hammer has expanded into Asia with the launch of a new operational hub in Hong Kong, marking its second new international base in under a year.
Mixers brand Three Cents has appointed Telford Wine & Spirits Shanghai as its distributor in mainland China.
Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman confirm merger rumours
Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman have confirmed that negotiations have taken place over a potential merger between the two spirits giants.
Catena Zapata named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand for second year running
Argentinian wine producer Catena Zapata has been named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2026 in the 16th edition of the ranking.
Uncle Nearest Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing dismissed
Tennessee court judge Suzanne Bauknight has ruled that Uncle Nearest founder Fawn Weaver didn’t have legitimate authority to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Southern Glazer’s expands distribution agreement with Pernod Ricard USA
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has expanded its distribution deal with Pernod Ricard USA, bringing the company’s portfolio to more US states.
Paragon Brands named UK distributor for Lucas Bols
Paragon Brands has been appointed as the UK distributor for several brands across The Lucas Bols Company portfolio including the Bols Liqueurs range.
Bombay Sapphire master distiller steps down
Anne Brock has announced her departure from Bombay Sapphire via a post on Instagram.
Uncle Nearest files for Chapter 11 and sues lender over ‘smear campaign’
Tennessee whiskey brand Uncle Nearest and its founders have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and launched legal proceedings against its main creditor.
De Kuyper to sell Mandarine Napoléon
Pagès-Vedrenne Group, part of the French family-owned Iconic Nectars, has announced the acquisition of Mandarine Napoléon liqueur from De Kuyper Royal Distillers.
Viña Concha y Toro full-year 2025 results dampened by disappointing final quarter
Chilean-based wine group Viña Concha y Toro has recorded a year-on-year revenue increase of 1.7% during 2025.
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