The Irishman Whiskey announces bottle redesign with the release of new range of single malts
Walsh Whiskey has announced the release of new additions to The Irishman’s range of Irish single malt whiskey, featuring a new bottle design.
50 Best to launch North America list this summer
The World’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, will launch a North America list for the first time in its history this summer.
Javier Pijoan named new Zamora Company CEO
Spain’s Zamora Company has appointed Javier Pijoan as its new CEO to replace former chief executive Emilio Restoy.
New Zealand Wine Trade Hub Launches
New Zealand Winegrowers has launched an online portal designed to support the trade in major export markets around the world.
Rishi Sunak calls new Guinness microbrewery "a vote of confidence" in London
Diageo is investing £73 million in a Guinness microbrewery and “culture hub” in the heart of London.
Mexico City’s Hanky Panky announces a calendar of takeovers
Mexico City’s Hanky Panky has announced a takeover series that will see the bar play host to some of the world’s most celebrated bars before embarking on their own world tour.
Taj opens new hotel bar and restaurant at 51 Buckingham Gate
Indian hospitality and hotel brand Taj have announced the opening of a new bar and restaurant at the five-star Taj 51 Buckingham Gate in central London.
Medahuman founder Adam Feldheim on "what to drink when you’re choosing not to drink"
The UK’s CBD market is now the second-largest in the world and following a period of regulatory red tape, the Association for the Cannabinoid Industry claims that the UK now has the most evolved regulatory framework for CBD in the world. Coupled with a growing consumer trend away from alcohol, CBD-infused functional beverages could be set to explode this year.
Mancino acquired by The Lucano Group
Mancino Vermouth has been acquired by The Lucano Group for an undisclosed fee and joins a wide portfolio of premium spirits brands.
Swift launches new Legends menu
Swift Soho has launched a new cocktail menu called Legends drawing inspiration from famous drinkers throughout history.
Mr Lyan to open Seed Library in East London
Ryan Chetiyawardana, known as Mr Lyan, and his team is due to open a new venue in East London called Seed Library in early 2022.
Maison Ferrand builds new distillery for Citadelle Gin
French spirits producer, Maison Ferrand, has built a new distillery at the Château de Bonbonnet to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Citadelle Gin brand.
London’s Lyaness launches its third menu
London-based Lyaness, the bar created by Ryan Chetiyawardana and the team behind the former world’s best bar, Dandelyan, has launched its third menu.
Guinness launches at-home draught tap
Guinness has announced the limited first release in the UK of a draught tap for homes this Christmas.
The Dead Rabbit to take over Ritz Carlton Miami
Renowned New York bar The Dead Rabbit will take over the Lapidus Bar at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Miami for the whole of December.
Amarula launches vegan variant
South African cream liqueur brand Amarula has launched a vegan variant to serve the growing proportion of consumers that are adopting plant-based diets.
RTD category volume share forecasted to double in next five years
Demand for ready-to-drink (RTD) products continues to grow amongst consumers, with the category expected to account for 8% of total beverage alcohol by 2025 according to a new report from IWSR Drinks Market Analysis.
Villa Maria acquired by Indevin
Indevin New Zealand has completed the purchase of 100% of the shares of Villa Maria Estate for an undisclosed fee.
The American Bar at The Savoy set to reopen
The American Bar at The Savoy in London will reopen for business on October 4.
Paul Hsu: Heading Shenzhen's bar scene
The sheer scale of China’s population and geography is almost incomprehensible to the western world and second-tier city Shenzhen, located in the south east, is being bookmarked as a potential future giant of the bar trade.
Vocation Brewery unveils major redesign
UK craft brewer Vocation has invested in a redesign for its entire range.
Pernod Ricard UK has highlighted the consumer trends accelerated by the last 18 months and urged retailers to “capitalise on the huge opportunity within premium spirits and wines this Christmas”.
Glenmorangie open experimental distillery
Glenmorangie single malt has opened the Lighthouse, the brand’s first innovation distillery created for experimentation.
Absolut Vodka unveils new bottle design
Absolut Vodka has announced a new bottle, the brand’s biggest design update since 1979.
Port of Leith Distillery launches white port
The Port of Leith Distillery company has launched a new white port alongside its Portuguese partner Martha’s Wines.
Edelweiss enters new Asian markets
Heineken has launched its wheat beer brand, Edelweiss, into new markets across Asia-Pacific alongside a new TV ad campaign.
Camden launches beer made with Marmite
Camden Town Brewery has partnered with Marmite to launch a new limited edition beer which uses the popular spread in its brewing process.
Surge in hard seltzer brands slow uptake
It has been a sobering quarter for hard seltzers. Sales of the canned RTD that disrupted the US alcohol market when it burst on to the scene in 2016 have finally stalled.
The Old Man Singapore launches v3 menu
The Old Man Singapore has launched a new “v3” menu inspired by the life experiences of Ernest Hemingway as well as the women he loved.
Distil invests in Ardgowan Distillery
Distil, owner of premium drinks brands including RedLeg Spiced Rum, Blackwoods Gin and Trøve Botanical Spirit, has announced a £5m investment into the new Ardgowan Distillery in Inverkip, Scotland.
Four Seasons launches new bar ARGO
Four Seasons Hong Kong has opened a new bar called ARGO which aims to push innovation and become a staple among the local bar scene.
Villa Maria finds buyer after nine-month search
Marlborough-based wine producer Indevin has signed a conditional agreement to buy Villa Maria from parent company FFWL.
White Claw lays out international expansion plans
It’s been a sobering quarter for hard seltzer. Sales of the canned RTD that disrupted the US alcohol market when it burst onto the scene in 2016, have for the first time, stalled.
Back in 2002 celebrity chef Jamie Oliver launched Fifteen, a restaurant made up of a team of trainee chefs from underprivileged backgrounds.
Ripples 2.0 printer is making waves
Israeli firm Ripples has launched a next-generation hardware device that prints selfies and logos on the tops of cocktails, beers and coffees.
Refreshing summer cocktail inspiration from the world's best gin, No.3
Looking to add a splash of excitement to classic cocktails this summer? No.3 Gin’s refreshing balance of juniper, citrus and spice makes it the perfect addition to this season’s drinking occasions.
Shannon Tebay named American Bar head bartender
The Savoy has appointed Shannon Tebay as head bartender of the American Bar and senior mixologist at the hotel.
Whisky Hammer agrees investment deal with Rare Whisky Holdings
Scottish whisky auction firm, Whisky Hammer, and sister company Still Spirit has sold a 49% stake of the business to the Hong Kong investment group, Rare Whisky Holdings.
Cazcabel tequila builds on brand success with ambitious growth plans and a new distillery
On the back of exponential international growth through 2020, Cazcabel Tequila is announcing exciting plans to build a new distillery in Atotonilco El Alto, Jalisco.
Putin anti-champagne law sparks controversy
A new law in Russia ordering French champagne to be labelled sparkling wine has caused unrest among producers.
Bacardi identifies three key social groups as on-trade reopens
Bacardi has identified three key consumer groups after conducting an extensive survey on attitudes towards revisiting bars as lockdown measures are eased.
The Glenlivet opens visitor centre following refurbishment
The Glenlivet has opened its newly refurbished distillery and visitor centre in Speyside after undergoing 18 months of renovations.
Ardgowan Distillery announces construction of new distillery following £8.4 million investment
Ardgowan Distillery has announced a new one million litre single malt distillery and visitor centre, built on the Ardgowan Estate in Inverclyde, Scotland.
Naked Wines shares drop 3% despite strong sales growth
Naked Wines stock decreased by 3% this morning after the online retailer posted an annual pre-tax loss of £10.7 million.
Coa Shanghai layout revealed by founder Jay Khan
Coa founder Jay Khan has revealed further details about his new bar which is set to open in mid-July in Shanghai.
Casillero del Diablo signs up Hollywood star Pedro Pascal
Hollywood star Pedro Pascal has signed up as the new global ambassador for Chilean wine brand Casillero del Diablo.
Kahlúa launch new coffee-inspired label design
Kahlúa has unveiled a new label design, inspired by the coffee culture of the brand’s native Veracruz, Mexico.
Pernod says wine business will not meet Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc demand
Pernod Ricard says its New Zealand wine brands Brancott Estate and Stoneleigh will be unable to meet global Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc supply this year after one of the smallest New Zealand harvests in 10 years.
Eden Mill extends distribution through La Martiniquaise-Bardinet
Scottish distiller Eden Mill has entered a new partnership with French drinks group La Martiniquaise-Bardinet for the UK distribution of its gin portfolio.
Agung Prabowo: Tending from the heart
Agung Prabowo is described as “one of the nicest people in bartending” in his bio for Drinks International’s Bar World 100 and his infectious smile transmits even across a Zoom call outside his new Dead& bar in central Hong Kong.