The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Can an Iowa single malt rival the big names? Cedar Ridge’s Pete & Sherri Married 2nd Anniversary blends peat and sherry for a surprising ride. Read the full article at Cedar Ridge The QuintEssential P…
Can a 25- or 30-year whisky bridge generations? The Macallan’s new film with James and Jack Marsden shows how time, craft, and heritage connect. Read the full article at The Macallan “Drink of a Gener…
Penelope Bourbon has announced the launch of two expressions as part of its new Classic Series. Penelope Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, was produced using a mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye and 12%…
Which single barrel bourbons earned Double Gold at SFWSC 2026—and what makes each one stand out? Meet all seven winners, from icons to tiny releases. Read the full article at The Best Single Barrel Bo…
What happens when Maker’s Mark pushes wheat to the limit? Explore Star Hill Farm 2026’s new mash bills, hard wheat twist, and tasting notes. Read the full article at Dr. Blake Layfield on the Whisky T…
Which Indian single malt impressed every judge enough to earn a rare Double Gold at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition? Meet DeVANS GianChand. Read the full article at GianChand Wins Ind…
What happens when single malt Scotch meets sherry casks carrying over 55 years of solera history? GlenAllachie's Masters of Wood Series Edition 2 answers that question. Read the full article at GlenAl…
Why is Booker's latest bourbon called the "Milkshake Batch"? The answer lies in a beloved family tradition started by legendary master distiller Booker Noe. Read the full article at Booker’s Bourbon R…
The Cotswolds Distillery has announced the launch of the seventh limited-edition release in its Hearts & Crafts Series. Cotswolds Hearts & Crafts Madeira Cask (54% ABV) is an English single malt whisk…
What if the next great American whiskey isn't from Kentucky? Brewzle Fest 2026 showcases 35+ emerging distilleries reshaping the craft whiskey landscape. Read the full article at Brewzle Fest 2026 Com…
British-Indian vodka brand Desi Daru has landed a spot on the new Planetarium cocktail menu at The Dorchester’s Vesper Bar The post Desi Daru’s Saturn headlines Vesper Bar menu appeared first on The S…
In case you need a reminder, the 2026 Fifa World Cup kicks off tonight. From bottle designs to bar carts, here's how brands are celebrating The post Top 10 spirits activations for the World Cup appear…
Can a single golf shot win you an entire whisky cask? Eden Mill's new simulator challenge at its St Andrews distillery says yes—and it only costs £10 to try. Read the full article at Eden Mill’s Golf…
Green River Distilling Co. is releasing its oldest product yet: Toasted Double Oak Bourbon, bottled at 115.1 proof at eight years old. The high-proof whiskey will be the first in the new Distillery Se…
The single estate Cognac producer hopes to engage a younger generation with a new look for its flagship bottling The post Frapin debuts collectors’ edition VSOP Cognac appeared first on The Spirits Bu…
Just as spirits nerds yearn for hard-to-find bottles to add to their collections, oenophiles will always pine over a suite of coveted bottles. Whether due to astronomical prices or low allocations, so…
What happens when Scotland's oldest whisky site blends four distinct sherry cask types into one dram? Lindores Abbey's Nectere answers that question on June 25. Read the full article at Lindores Abbey…
It’s been a tough few years for Scotch, but some brands have managed to weather the storm – with one even managing to grow by double digits The post Top 10 biggest-selling Scotch Brand Champions appea…
Despite a 3% drop last year, total global spirits volumes have exceeded wine for the first time since IWSR’s records began in 1990 The post Spirits surpass wine in global volumes appeared first on The…
What happens when Wyoming ranch life meets classic cocktail craft? Brush Creek Distillery's five new summer bourbon serves bring the American West to your glass. Read the full article at Brush Creek D…
From award-winning Chardonnays to ambitious export plans, China's wine industry is shedding old stereotypes and building a reputation for premium quality. As curiosity grows at home and abroad, produc…
Edrington's The Macallan Distillery has launched a social campaign called 'Drink of a Generation' featuring James and Jack Marsden The post Macallan debuts campaign with James and Jack Marsden appeare…
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.…
In an impassioned speech yesterday in London, 'Queen of Shops' Mary Portas OBE told the drinks trade that people no longer want “palaces of stuff”, they want "sensory experiences, stories, and moments…
Why did this indie bottler release exactly 11 bottles of a 1998 Ben Nevis single malt? The answer lies in Scotland's long-awaited return to football's biggest stage. Read the full article at Saltire R…
The human element of wine might just be its most important constituency. Watch on YouTube Listen Online Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Follow Keith on Instagram @VinePairKeith. Rate and re…
Miley Aryucharoen wants you to drink flips year-round.
Can a small Colorado craft distillery win a medal for every spirit in its lineup? Hoot + Howl just did—earning seven medals including a coveted Double Gold. Read the full article at Hoot + Howl Spirit…
