The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
While the spirits industry as a whole has been experiencing turbulence in recent years, ready-to-drink expressions are a bright spot The post The RTD, Pre-Mixed & Hard Seltzer Masters 2026 winners app…
The Festival Napa Valley has commissioned a new opera celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Judgment of Paris tasting that transformed Napa Valley's standing in the wine world. The post Judgmen…
In recent years, tequila sales have exploded in the U.S., but mezcal has lagged behind and the spirit still hasn’t yet caught its stride. Yes, mezcal continues to charm bartenders and aficionados, but…
In Peter Stafford-Bow's latest novel, disgraced wine buyer Felix Hart has been sacked by his supermarket employer over allegations of financial wrongdoing. This extract from Black Odesa, published on…
Amsterdam-based Gin 1689 has secured a listing with spirits retailer Gall & Gall in the Netherlands The post Gall & Gall takes on 1689 Orange Gin appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Mack & Schühle Italia’s Grapur range of lower alcohol organic wines has expanded with a spumante brut that is 'immediate, social and low-risk', according to its CEO. The post Grapur adds sparkling to…
County Antrim-based Bushmills Distillery has unveiled new packaging for its Black Bush blended Irish whiskey, marking the expressions first redesign in nearly 20 years. The redesign is part of a long-…
Alcoholic beverages can now be sold between 11am and midnight in Thailand, following on from a successful six-month trial period where restrictions were eased. The post Thailand extends alcohol sales…
US distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has signed an expanded distribution agreement with Washington state wine giant Ste. Michelle. The post Ste. Michelle to boost reach with Southern Glazer…
Lucas Bols-owned Passoã has revealed a new packaging design to celebrate the passion fruit liqueur's 40th anniversary The post Passoã unveils new design for anniversary appeared first on The Spirits B…
the drinks business is thrilled to announce the return of its Global Orange Wine Masters in 2026, following the success of the inaugural competition. The post Entries now open: The Global Orange Wine…
Orange liqueur Cointreau has ‘turned up the heat’ with a chilli-infused expression that aims to capitalise on the demand for Spicy Margaritas The post Cointreau caters to Spicy Marg trend appeared fir…
Gordon & MacPhail has partnered with football icon Sir Kenny Dalglish on a limited-edition collection of ultra-rare single malts linked to pivotal moments in his life and career. The post Sir Kenny’s…
Shanghai Montrachet partners with the South Australian winery to introduce mainland China to its premier Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Rebecca Lo reports. The post Ashton Hills to reach Chinese sho…
Buffalo Trace owner Sazerac has entered the Tennessee whiskey market with its first flagship expression from AJ Bond Distillery The post Sazerac launches AJ Bond Tennessee whiskey appeared first on Th…
The first visual update to Black Bush blended Irish whiskey for nearly 20 years is said to bring "a consistent, premium design language across the Bushmills portfolio" The post Bushmills Black Bush de…
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Hospitality businesses, teams and organisations are urged to sign a new petition calling for Government to cut hospitality VAT to 10%, in line with Europe. Chef Tom Kerridge is spearheading #VATsThePr…
108 Brasserie has teamed up with organic and biodynamic Provence producer Château La Coste to bring a rosé-focused summer terrace to London's Marylebone Village. The post 108 Brasserie unveils Château…
John Barnes is taking a lead role in a Greene King campaign to encourage Brits to ditch watching football at home this summer. It comes as new research reveals that two-thirds of fans (67%) say watchi…
Grape & Grain Tours, an award-winning drinks day tour operator established in 2018, has announced its summer schedule across Surrey and Hampshire. The itinerary features new and exclusive vineyard, br…
Nine months after being named receiver of Uncle Nearest, Inc., Phillip G. Young, Jr., filed a non-binding letter of intent to sell the embattled whiskey brand this past Friday. The filing comes just t…
Dr Nathan Skillen is an assistant professor of sustainability in Heriot-Watt’s International Centre for Brewing and Distilling. Here, he explains how addressing the knowledge and skills gap associated…
International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day delivered its biggest year yet, the organising team have announced. Participants in an International Women’s Collaboration Brew at Brew York. Photograph: B…
Crisp Malt’s Field Forward initiative has produced its first results — and they are a cause for optimism. New data from Field Forward reveals strong uptake of sustainable farming practices across its…
The Islay-based Bruichladdich Distillery has announced the launch of its latest Yellow Submarine release, as part of the Hebridean distillery’s 25th anniversary celebrations. Bruichladdich Yellow Subm…
The CCFL considered a proposal from the WHO to begin developing new international labeling provisions for alcoholic beverages. The post Codex Committee Does Not Advance New Alcohol Labeling Work appea…
Queer Brewing, the UK’s first queer and trans-owned brewery, has announced it will close its doors at the end of July. Established in 2019, the company also operates a taproom at its base in East Lond…
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