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RumFest returns as physical event for 2021
Following 2020’s successful hybrid events, RumFest has announced its physical return for October 2021.
WSTA calls for immediate end to US whiskey tariff
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association has called for the UK government to swiftly remove tariffs on US whiskies.
Edrington reports year-on-year profit decline
Edrington has reported that pre-tax profit decreased 21% year-on-year to £178.4 million for the year ending 31 March 2021.
UK off-trade sales finally decline as bar trade rebounds
Sales of beers, wines and spirits have finally started to decline in the UK off-trade after bars were permitted to open their doors once again.
VSPT Wine Group reports strong Q1 sales
South American wine producer VSPT Wine Group posted a 27.6% sales increase during the first quarter of 2021 in spite of poor exchange rates.
US scotch whisky tariffs suspended for five years
A deal has been struck between the UK and US to end retaliatory tariffs on malt whiskies for five years.
WEBB Banks launches CBD and wellness subsidiary
Leading Caribbean and Central American drinks distributor WEBB Banks has created a subsidiary that will focus on supplying CBD and wellness products to the trade.
How the industry has changed since travel limits
Nick Strangeway looks at how travel restrictions have left a permanent impression on the global bar trade.
Californian wine: Trouble in paradise
California is the latest major wine-producing region to struggle with Mother Nature after a drought emergency gripped the Golden State.
Belvedere launches Organic Infusions range
Belvedere has stepped into the organic category with a trio of flavoured expressions that infuse the Polish rye vodka with organic fruits and botanicals.
UK proposes new tariffs on US wine imports
US wine imported into the UK could become one of several American products to be levied with new tariffs as part of the ongoing trade war.
Poland and Italy drive sales growth for Stock Spirits
Stock Spirits Group increased volume sales by 2% to 8.3 million 9-litre cases in the six months to March 31.
Armagnac: How US tariff relief poses long-term questions
A synchronised sigh of relief was heard right across the Armagnac region last year as the news broke of Donald Trump’s defeat in the US election.
Lucas Bols reports 32% drop in revenue in 2020
Lucas Bols has reported an estimated 32% year-on-year decline in revenue for the 2020/21 financial year after widespread on-trade closures and travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
New Zealand wine: Covid's highs and lows
While New Zealand has managed the pandemic better than most, a lack of tourism and difficulties with shipping have taken a toll on wine sales. Martin Green reports.
Fever-Tree co-founder dissects -3% revenue for FY20
Fever-Tree has announced full year revenue declines of 3% year-on-year for for the financial year ending 31 December 2020.
London Cocktail week 2021 extends to full month of October
London Cocktail Week has announced that the 2021 festival will once again be extended to the full month of October and not host The Cocktail Village.
Beefeater to launch new TV ad campaign
Pernod Ricard has announced a new multi-million-pound marketing campaign for Beefeater starting on 19 April targeting 25-34-year-olds.
Scotch whisky producers celebrate suspension of US single malt tariff
Scotch whisky producers are celebrating after the US government announced it would suspend tariffs on various UK goods for four months.
Port sales in the UK saw impressive category growth throughout 2020, with the largest volume of off-trade sales since 2015.
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.
Foncalieu trains focus on rosé, ecommerce and innovation
Premium rosé, ecommerce and innovation in packaging will form the bedrock of Foncalieu’s strategy as it bids to enjoy a strong commercial performance in 2021.
Diageo tops up interim dividend after organic sales increase
Diageo managed to grow organic sales by 1% in the six months to December 31 despite suffering from restrictions on the on-trade and travel retail.
Tariff war will cause drinks businesses to go bust, trade bodies warn
Drinks producers will be forced to close their doors and lay off staff after the U.S. ramped up its tariff war with the EU, trade associations have warned.
Kingfisher brewer adapts to new trading conditions
Kingfisher has launched a 6x33cl can format in time for the festive trading period as it bids to ramp up off-trade sales.
Irish whiskey trade group names new chairman
Tullamore DEW brand ambassador John Quinn has been named the new chairman of trade group Drinks Ireland | Irish Whiskey Association.
Bruce Jack discusses South African wine trade's challenges
Renowned South African winemaker Bruce Jack speaks to Drinks International about the challenges the industry has faced this year and its future prospects.
Australia grows wine exports by 4%
Strong demand in the UK and China allowed Australia to increase wine exports by 4% during the 12 months to September 30.
Carlsberg returned to sales growth in Q3
Carlsberg increased its forecast for full-year earnings after enjoying organic volume growth of 2.4% during the third quarter.
Pernod Ricard recovery gathers pace in Q1
Resilient off-trade sales in the USA and Europe helped Pernod Ricard rally during the first quarter of fiscal 2021.
Trade groups urge EU and US to end tariff war
Eighteen trade associations have joined forces to call for an immediate elimination of the retaliatory tariffs that the US and EU have imposed upon spirits, wine and beer.
Mocktails Brands appoints Craftwork as UK distributor
Mocktails Brands has appointed Craftwork as its UK distributor in a bid to ramp up sales of its premixed alcohol-free cocktails among British consumers.
Diageo shares climb after positive trading update
Diageo stock enjoyed its best session since March after chief executive Ivan Menezes issued a positive trading update ahead of the firm’s annual meeting.
Focus on India: pandemic could usher in lasting change
India, one of the largest spirits consuming and producing countries in the world, has never had it easy when it comes to the matter of alcohol.
BAME Wine Professionals aims to promote diversity in the wine trade
A new online resource is dedicated to shining a light on “wine talent in the black, Asian and minority ethnic communities”.
US hospitality industry revived almost 600,000 jobs in July
The US bar and restaurant industry revived 592,000 jobs across the country in July, according to new statistics from the Bureau of Labor.
Heineken reports 52.5% decrease in half-year earnings
Heineken has reported a 52.5% decline in first-half earnings after the Covid-19 pandemic took a toll on its on-trade business.
Diageo pledges $100m to help the global bar trade recover
Diageo has announced a $100 million support package to help the global bar trade get back on its feet as the coronavirus lockdown ends.
Camden Town Brewery creates special pale ale to support the trade
Camden Town Brewery will give away 260,000 pints to UK trade customers in order to help them get back on their feet when pubs reopen.
Cape Wine pushed back to 2022 due to Covid-19 pandemic
Wines of South Africa has moved trade show Cape Wine from September 2021 to October 2022 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Campari snaps up 49% stake in Italy's leading online retailer
Campari Group has tied up a €23.4 million deal to purchase a 49% stake in Italy’s leading online wine and spirits retailer.
Bordeaux winemakers determined to provide en primeur campaign
Bordeaux winemakers are pulling out all the stops in a bid to present the trade with an en primeur campaign amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Finland alcohol sales remain steady during pandemic
Alcoholic beverage sales have remained steady in Finland during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to new stats from monopoly retailer Alko.
Coronavirus shutdown has little impact on Belgian alcohol consumption levels
A study suggests that alcohol consumption has remained broadly stable during the coronavirus lockdown in Belgium.
Zamora Company explains how brand owners can help the on-trade recover
Spanish producer Zamora Company has reported that wine and spirits sales in China have recovered as the country emerges from a sweeping coronavirus lockdown.
Drinks brands impress social media users during coronavirus crisis
Engagement with alcoholic drinks brands on social media has increased by more than 300% during the coronavirus lockdown, according to social analytics agency ListenFirst.
Diageo halts buyback scheme amid coronavirus pandemic
Diageo has suspended share buybacks for the rest of the year as a result of financial uncertainty sparked by the coronavirus outbreak.
COVID-19 Emergency Fund goes live today
Members of the British drinks trade that have lost their income due to the coronavirus outbreak can apply for a one-off grant worth £250 this week.
US off-trade sales soar while bars begin to reopen across China
The US off-trade has seen soaring sales of wine, spirits and beer as shoppers stocked up ahead of a lengthy coronavirus lockdown, according to Nielsen stats.
Opihr Oriental Spiced unveiled at Imbibe Live
Quintessential Brands unveiled Opihr Oriental Spiced Gin yesterday at UK on-trade show Imbibe Live.
