The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Can a PX sherry cask let Mortlach’s worm-tub heft shine? This 12-year single cask review reveals a robust, fruity dram at 61.6% ABV. Read the full article at Mortlach 12 Year Old Wormtub Single Cask
What happens when Penelope Bourbon finally works at scale with Kentucky distillate? The new Classic Series delivers two expressions eight years in the making. Read the full article at Penelope Bourbon…
Why is Gordon & MacPhail’s Dram Takers so coveted? Discover its 1980s origins, Book of Kells label, and legendary ultra-aged Scotch releases. Read the full article at Gordon & MacPhail’s The Dram Take…
What happens when Elijah Craig pushes single barrel aging past two decades? The brand's oldest current release returns at 21 years — but can you get a bottle? Read the full article at Elijah Craig 21-…
Before the mezcal bars, jungle tasting menus, and all-night beach parties, Tulum’s drinking culture revolved around simple things: ice-cold beers, fresh lime, Coca-Cola, and whatever else could surviv…
Anticipated Labour Party leadership challenger Andy Burnham has stated that, in power, he would cut the VAT rate from 20% to 10%
What happens when one of only 150 commemorative Brown-Forman bottles ever made becomes a raffle prize? A $20 ticket could land you bourbon's rarest unicorn. Read the full article at Rare Brown-Forman…
Albariño is a quintessential summer white wine. The popular Spanish grape variety tends to be light and refreshing with its ample acidity. It’s easy to drink on its own and an excellent companion to a…
What happens when Wheel Horse blends bourbon and rye, then finishes the mix in three styles of rum casks for up to two years? Just 2,000 bottles tell the story. Read the full article at Wheel Horse De…
While the world’s biggest-selling vodka brand settled for another year in decline, the rest of the top five all posted growth in 2025 The post Top 10 biggest-selling vodka Brand Champions 2026 appeare…
An independent report from MKA Economics has shown the impact the gin and whisky producer has had on Harris since it launched in 2015 The post Isle of Harris Distillery contributes £13.8m to economy a…
No Amrut, no Paul John—so which Indian whiskies actually medaled at SFWSC 2026? Discover the three surprise winners and why they matter. Read the full article at The World’s Best Indian Whiskies Accor…
Heaven Hill Distillery has announced the limited re-release of its Elijah Craig 21 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon. Elijah Craig 21 Year Old (47% ABV) is a Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisk…
Canadian whisky brand Crown Royal, which is owned by Diageo, has launched a new campaign and platform called 'Bring It' The post Diageo wants you to ‘bring it’ in Crown Royal campaign appeared first o…
Can a $20 bourbon really deliver serious flavor, heritage, and versatility? These 7 budget American whiskeys prove the bottom shelf deserves far more respect. Read the full article at Best Budget Amer…
Although rosé’s popularity peaks in the summertime, the pink wine’s roots prove it is more than a trendy seasonal beverage. The style dates back centuries, when the Greeks brought vines to Marseilles…
Pierpaolo Petrassi MW is stepping down from his role as head of trading for beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks at Waitrose after 16 “incredible” years at the retailer. The post Pierpaolo Petrassi M…
Family-owned distiller Hayman’s has opened its Gin Bar at The Terrace, located at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London The post Hayman’s gin terrace opens in Covent Garden appeared first on The Spirits…
What happens when a sixth-generation Indiana distillery meets Japanese mizunara oak? Two perfect 99-score Double Golds at one of the world's most prestigious competitions. Read the full article at Sta…
Functional alcohol-free British beer brand Impossibrew has revealed its public return to Crowdcube in a bid to fund wider retail expansion. But what does this also signal for the ‘beyond beer’ categor…
While California Pinot Noir isn’t new, Meiomi Pinot Noir proves that it can still be exciting. The Meiomi winemaking process artfully combines skill and intuition, drawing from the unique terroir of t…
Pope Leo XIV gave thanks for the inaugural vintage made from the two-hectare vineyard located inside his summer residence and farmed by migrant workers. The post First 5,000 bottles produced from Pope…
the drinks business is inviting wine professionals to help shape the agenda for its 2026 conference through a short industry survey. Three respondents will receive complimentary tickets to the event,…
Non-profit organisation the OurWhisky Foundation has revealed the 2026 cohort of the Atonia Programme, its mentorship scheme for women The post OurWhisky names 2026 Atonia mentees appeared first on Th…
Which Irish whiskeys rose above the rest in 2026? See every SFWSC medal winner—blind-judged from Bronze to Double Gold and rare Platinum. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Irish Whiskey Fro…
Champagne Bollinger has appointed award-winning winemaker Émilien Boutillat as its new cellar master, with the current Piper-Heidsieck chief winemaker set to join the house in October. The post Bollin…
The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has announced the top four international, US and writing and media finalists for the Spirited Awards The post Spirited Awards whittles down to top four appeared fi…
Spirit-based ready-to-drink cocktails added more than 10 million cases in the US last year, according to new figures from Impact Databank. Growth continues to be driven by simple serves and familiar c…
Media and events platform The Daily Pour has become the largest producer of whiskey festivals in the US after acquiring Whiskey Riot The post Daily Pour buys festival brand Whiskey Riot appeared first…
The North American arm of Lucas Bols has partnered with four new distributors in the US as it completes its strategic market overhaul The post Lucas Bols names new US distributors appeared first on Th…
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