Chile’s 2026 harvest underlines regional identity
Chile’s harvest for 2026 is one that is “defined by precision, marked by technical consistency and with a clear regional identity across its leading valleys”, according to Viña…
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Stetson saddles up for Bourbon
American Western brand Stetson has partnered with Lofted Spirits' master blender Dan Callaway to launch its first namesake Bourbon The post Stetson saddles up for Bourbon appeared…
Why Africa is the wine industry’s biggest missed opportunity
As traditional wine markets stagnate, producers continue to chase shrinking demand in Europe and North America. Benjamin Jack argues that the industry's greatest long-term…
Beer Hour: Mark Tranter
Burning Sky Brewery, based in the village of Firle at the base of the South Downs in East Sussex, was set up by Mark Tranter in 2013. Jessica Mason finds out more about the man…
The American Whiskey Masters 2026 medallists
Bold, diverse, and with one or two surprises – our American whiskey tasting proved the category has never been more exciting The post The American Whiskey Masters 2026 medallists…
Jameson teams with NFL as global sponsor amid spirits market struggles
The Pernod Ricard brand will have exclusive marketing rights as the official spirits sponsor of the league, which is continuing its international push.
Wheatley Vodka hits the track with Nascar
Sazerac-owned Wheatley American Vodka has formed a multi-year partnership with The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing The post Wheatley Vodka hits the track with…
Casa Bacardí ploughs millions into expansion
Puerto Rican rum Bacardí has opened its barrel warehouses to the public for the first time following a multi-million-dollar expansion The post Casa Bacardí ploughs millions into…
Beyoncé takes full control of SirDavis whisky after buying out Moët Hennessy
Beyoncé has taken full ownership of SirDavis American Whisky, ending Moët Hennessy's involvement less than two years after the brand's launch. The move comes as LVMH continues to…
Control state spirits sales rebound in June
Volume sales of spirits across all US control states rose by 4.8% in June, with American whiskey and vodka back in growth The post Control state spirits sales rebound in June…
Southern Glazer’s completes Eagle Rock Colorado buyout
American distributor Southern Glazer’s has completed its purchase of Eagle Rock Distributing Co’s Colorado operations The post Southern Glazer’s completes Eagle Rock Colorado…
India halts sales of Diageo and Inbrew spirits over flavouring concerns
India's food safety regulator has halted the sale of several popular whiskies and rums after finding they contained artificial or nature-identical flavourings. The decision…