While Irish whiskey may have peaked in terms of the big distillery boom, it’s now predicted that those who survive and thrive under different trading conditions will soon be delivering on the promises of the past decade. Oli Dodd reports

Since the pandemic, small craft brands have driven the canned RTD market, but now the major players are stepping in, says Shay Waterworth

Shay Waterworth asks whether it is inevitable that alcohol packaging will undergo the same treatment as that of cigarettes.

The rapid expansion of the category comes with its own set of challenges. Oli Dodd looks at how producers are balancing quality, economics and scale

Giusy Castaldo and Miguel Mora have announced the launch of Gem Studio, a hospitality-focussed creative agency.

Lecce Cocktail Week (LCW) will return for its fourth consecutive year, taking place from 6-14 June 2026, bringing together the city’s best bars and restaurants with international and local drinks brands.

Advocatuur at Rosewood Amsterdam and Celebrate Her, the global community of women in hospitality, will collaborate on a year-long programme of events designed to spark meaningful change.

The Mirror Hospitality Expo has announced its return to Bratislava for the fourth edition of the show this May.