The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Two of the best value bourbons go head to head—but which deserves a spot on your shelf: bold Wild Turkey 101 or the more refined Elijah Craig Small Batch? Read the full article at Wild Turkey 101 vs.…
There is a reason people love tequila so much: It’s a complex and interesting spirit on its own and it lends itself beautifully to some of the most beloved drinks around. NielsenIQ data puts the Marga…
How do you follow up a project like Gus’ Sip & Dip, which earned almost every coveted bar award there is in its first year? You go super classic with tuxedo-clad bartenders, exceptional hospitality, a…
The UK's advertising watchdog has concluded that Capgroup Int has failed to provide appropriate risk warnings on its website The post ASA rules against whisky cask investment firm again appeared first…
Women-owned Mezcal Reina has entered the ready-to-drink category with two canned cocktails: a Paloma and a Mezcalita The post Mezcal Reina launches RTDs appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Camp Buffalo Trace will combine summer camp-inspired activities, Bourbon education and an overnight stay at the distillery in Kentucky The post Buffalo Trace plans adult summer camp for Bourbon fans a…
New Stirling-based independent bottler HIP has announced the launch of a new range of approachable, affordable, small batch, flask-sized releases. The range which launches with two single malt Scotch…
Licor 43 owner Zamora Company failed to post growth in 2025 for the second year in a row The post Zamora Company sales fall 2% in 2025 appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Pubs could generate an additional £27.5 million from pint sales alone for Saturday’s England match against Norway, according to the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA). “Without doubt, the pub remai…
A trade body has criticised the German government's proposal to increase alcohol duty, warning that it unfairly targets spirits The post German spirits body challenges tax hike plan appeared first on…
Could your favourite peated whisky vanish within five years? The reason peat is under threat is probably not what you think—and the solution may surprise you. Read the full article at Why I Believe Pe…
What does it mean to be the best-selling spirits category in a world where people are supposedly drinking fewer spirits? Indeed, vodka sales, like all spirits sales, were down in 2025. And yet, vodka…
The accomplished winemaker, previously responsible for crafting top-end expressions at Chile's Viña Carmen and Viñedos Chadwick, has moved to Canada to become a technical director for the BC-based gro…
Protestors gathered outside the distillery following arrests at the former Ardee House Bar, a property linked to Jack Teeling, that had recently been occupied by activists The post Protests outside Du…
Agave spirits fans spread the word: The Spirits Business will host a Tequila masterclass for consumers later this month The post Join SB for Tequila and cocktails in London appeared first on The Spiri…
France's prolonged summer heat and drought are shrinking grape development across major wine regions, with Champagne growers expecting yields to fall around 10% and harvests beginning weeks earlier th…
The first half of the year marked "a turning point" for investors of fine wine, a recent Q2 report from WineCap has said. With Bordeaux back vintages dominating, tit proves that the fine wine market i…
US-based luxury wine producer Terlato Wine Group has appointed former Diageo executive Gregorio Gutierrez MacAllister as its new chief operating officer, as the family-owned company looks to accelerat…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. It’s brought to you by the same amazing people that brought you Michter’s, and it’s actually the gin that I use at home for my Martinis.…
The FIFA World Cup is driving higher footfall and drinks sales across bars, retailers and wineries, with beer, long drinks and low and no alcohol options proving particularly popular. The post World C…
What happens when a bourbon that's already won gold medals gets a fresh new look? Koopers Whiskey reveals a bold redesign for its Sweetheart of Rodeo Bourbon. Read the full article at Koopers Whiskey…
Piccini’s Collezione Privata Toscana IGT range blends the grandeur of the Tuscan Renaissance with generations of winemaking know-how and the demands of international cuisine. The post How Piccini is m…
Californian members of Congress have written to Christine Fréchette, the new Premier of Canadian province Quebec, urging her to reopen trade for US wine. They claim that American wineries "have no con…
Margaret River winery Cape Mentelle returns to the Thai market in a partnership with importer Independent Wine & Spirit. Rebecca Lo reports. The post Cape Mentelle: ‘Thailand is an increasingly import…
As the land that will one day become a famous first-growth chateau changes ownership, its future is set in motion. Listen Online Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Follow Keith on Instagram @V…
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Results, finance, appointments, capital schemes, and more. News in brief from brewers, venue owners, and other hospitality businesses. Young’s is commencing a new shareback programme of its A ordinary…
Hip’s small format bottlings of whisky and rum are said to focus on ‘delivering premium liquid at a more accessible price point’ The post Indie bottler Hip debuts 200ml ‘flask-style’ collection appear…
What happens when you finish whiskey with the same maple wood used to build Gibson guitars? Whiskey JYPSI's new Tonewood collaboration has the answer. Read the full article at Whiskey JYPSI Launches T…
Cypriot breweries are facing challenges with a sharp decline in export volumes rocking the sector alongside domestic market contraction and delivery issues. db reports. The post Cyprus sees its beer i…
