The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
In a well managed vineyard, the canopy is often the first clue to how the site is behaving, reflecting soil condition, nutrition and seasonal decisions. A balanced canopy isn’t a stylistic preference;…
Bourbon is facing a crisis of global proportions. Its domestic outlook is dim, as sales recede amid consumption declines and a serious oversupply problem. But internationally, the picture is downright…
A new Lambicus Experience Center at Timmermans — the world’s oldest lambic brewery — has been officially opened. The Lambicus Experience Center is officially inaugurated in the presence of: government…
They are grapes you’ve never heard of. The names are mostly unfamiliar. Some are fermented and aged underground in massive egg-shaped clay pots, just as they were thousands of years ago. These are the…
Despite an uptick in UK venues serving alcohol-free ‘spirits’, improvements are needed for better back-bar visibility and floor execution, new research has shown The post Room to improve visibility of…
Tennessee’s Company Distilling is building its reputation, and its reach, carefully and organically, as CEO Cassie Halley reveals The post The big interview: Company Distilling’s Cassie Halley appeare…
Campari-owned Wild Turkey has launched a new Austin Nichols Archives Collection, the first limited series overseen by Bruce Russell The post Wild Turkey debuts Archives Collection appeared first on Th…
Our Italy editor picks out some delicious summertime reds from the UK retailer's latest fine wine focus.
Pernod Ricard-owned Absolut has launched this year’s line of Tomorrowland-themed bottles to mark its partnership with the festival The post Absolut unveils Tomorrowland 2026 bottles appeared first on…
Aperol owner Campari Group has hired Elena Anfosso as its new chief of human resources officer The post Campari Group appoints new HR chief appeared first on The Spirits Business.
No cocktail puts its ingredients on display quite like a Martini. There’s nowhere to hide in this combination of gin, vermouth, and possibly a dash of bitters or a bit of brine. If the spirit is sub-p…
Christie's is auctioning the cellar of a Silicon valley pioneer - a single‑owner collection of breadth and depth assembled over 50 years "for the simple pleasure of enjoying great bottles with friends…
As part of its Mezcalito Mirage takeover series, Motel Mezcal visited Kuala Lumpur and Auckland to up its presence in the Asia Pacific region The post Motel Mezcal expands APAC footprint appeared firs…
This June, the team behind Cinder will launch a new bakery-bar-bistro concept in north London’s St John’s Wood, where guests can bag fresh pastries in the morning before returning to taste a revolving…
The Mumbai suburb of Bandra has welcomed a new bar named Papi, offering ‘expressive and ingredient-led’ cocktails The post Papi opens in Mumbai appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Indian agave spirit Maya Pistola has increased its presence in London with trade show appearances and a new bar listing The post Maya Pistola expands London presence appeared first on The Spirits Busi…
Drinks brand owners looking at gaining traction across Asia are seeing the global travel retail (GTR) sector’s potential. Not only is GTR the ideal space to capture attention, it is also deft at accru…
With more than 27 million bottles worldwide, equivalent to more than 135 million glasses poured. The range is now distributed across 36 international markets and stocked by major retailers including T…
The Drinks Bureau has combined its award-winning Margarita with lager to create the UK’s first canned alcoholic Lagerita in the grocery sector The post Drinks Bureau cocktail taps into fruit-led beer…
Seasonality isn’t restricted to just food menus. Some drinks programs rely on each season’s best produce for house-made cordials, shrubs, tinctures, and other elements to flavor their cocktails. It’s…
The craft cider category has seen strong growth over the last 12 months, and Devon-based Sandford Orchards is reporting record sales and new retail listings. And now the company has launched a ‘Cider…
Australian Vintage has taken over Hong Kong with an immersive activation campaign, including a Poco Vino tram that was officially launched today in a ribbon cutting ceremony. The post All aboard Poco…
When you’re out for a beer do you mix things up or find one you like and remain with it? John Keeling, recovering from a recent knee operation, has his own views and his sticking to them. Well since I…
Advocacy platform Women Leading Spirits has rebranded to better reflect its growing role across the industry The post Women Leading Spirits shares new identity appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Ready-to-drink cocktail brand Moth is celebrating the start of summer in London by giving away 10,000 canned Margaritas for free from 4-6 June The post Moth kicks off summer with 10,000 free Margarita…
The cybersphere is alight with theories over which wine Knicks player Josh Hart was sipping when he audaciously turned up to a press conference for the New York NBA team, glass in hand. The post Josh…
Bar teams from across Europe will head to Serbia on 6 June for the third edition of Belgrade Cocktail Fest The post Belgrade Cocktail Fest returns in June appeared first on The Spirits Business.
The LVMH-owned wines and spirits group has announced a long-term partnership with Silverstone, with Moët & Chandon becoming the circuit’s official Champagne partner. The post Moët Hennessy secures lon…
This year’s Fèis Ìle and Ardbeg Day bottling, Dolce, combines the Islay distillery’s signature peat with sweet Sicilian fortified wine The post La dolce vita: Ardbeg appeared first on The Spirits Busi…
