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Pirate Life Brewing named official beer partner of Perth Wildcats
Andy Freeman (L) and Mark Arena (R) at Pirate Life Perth. Image supplied. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PerthWildcats-PirateLife-Announcement-2026-253.jpg" /> The multi-year partnership, beginning in the 2027 NBL season, will see the brewery named both the official beer partner and game-day venue. The post Pirate Life Brewing named official beer partner of Perth Wildcats appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
by Sienna Martyn18 viewscraft-beernewsvenuespirate-life-brewingpirate-life-perthslider - news
Prancing Pony Brewery launches new bistro
Prancing Pony Bistro. Image supplied. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BistroHero.png" /> Unlocking new opportunity in the takeaway food space, the new bistro serves coffee and meals alongside its signature brews. The post Prancing Pony Brewery launches new bistro appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
by Sienna Martyn11 viewsnewsvenuescorinna-steebfrank-samsonprancing-pony - news
Wine Bar of the Year – The Bar Awards 2026 finalists unveiled
The finalists for the 25th Annual Bar Awards are almost here — and in the lead-up, we’re revealing a few categories early. Next up are your picks for the country’s Wine Bar of the Year. BAR AWARDS TICKETS This year’s Bar Awards will take place on Wednesday 16 September at Doltone House, closing out another Sydney Bar Week.… The post Wine Bar of the Year – The Bar Awards 2026 finalists unveiled appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
by Alexandra Zinghini17 viewsbar-awardscompsfeaturednewssydney-bar-weekfinalists - news
Coopers launches small format DIY brew kit
Image supplied: Coopers. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/COOPERS-DIY-BEER-SMALL-BATCH-1-lo-res.jpg" /> The compact system is designed to produce 10 litres of beer, providing a more practical homebrewing option. The post Coopers launches small format DIY brew kit appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
by Molly Nicholas18 viewshome-brewingnewsproductscoopershomebrewingslider - news
Breaking News July 1st: On the 50th Anniversary of the “Judgment of Paris” Tasting (CA vs. French Wines), Virginia Wines Post the Highest Scores in All Categories, at a Blind Judging at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris!
Wine Writer Frank Morgan Reports on How Virginia Wines “Showed up–and Showed Off in Paris Wine blogger Frank Morgan (“Drink What YOU Like”) just returned from having co-organized a landmark tasting of Virginia wines in a blind tasting against comparable French counterparts, at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. He writes, “What began as an idea […]
by Richard Leahy17 viewscompetitionsnewstastings-evaluationsvirginia-winexxvirginia-wine - news
Auckland Sommelier wins MICHELIN Guide Special Award
Matthew Aitchison, General Manager and Sommelier of The French Café in Auckland, has been awarded the MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award. Yesterday’s announcement marked the MICHELIN Guide’s first expansion into Oceania, and the inaugural selection spans Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown. Aitchinson received one of three MICHELIN Guide Special Awards – the Sommelier Award – acknowledging...
by Charlotte Cowan15 viewsnewson-premisewines - news
Spinifex opens The Yard Bar
Image supplied: Spinifex Brewing Co " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design-12.png" /> Spinifex Brewing Co opens The Yard Bar to showcase innovation, strengthen community connections and enhance visitor experiences. The post Spinifex opens The Yard Bar appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
by Deborah Jackson30 viewsbeer-breweriesbreweriesnewsoperationsvenuesslider - news
Mick Gibb appointed Brewers Association CEO
Pictured: Mick Gibb. Image supplied: Brewers Association " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Mick-Gibb-resized.webp" /> Mick Gibb will join the Brewers Association after four years leading the Night Time Industries Association. The post Mick Gibb appointed Brewers Association CEO appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
by Deborah Jackson17 viewsnewspeoplebrewers-associationmick-gibbslider - news
Christchurch-based group acquires Volstead Brewing Co.
New owners acquire Volstead, investing in Christchurch's independent brewing, hospitality and the future of craft beer. The post Christchurch-based group acquires Volstead Brewing Co. appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
by Beer & Brewer32 viewsbeer-breweriesbreweriesnew-zealandnewsoperationsslider - news
The Bat & Ball team are set to reopen the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel
The team behind Redfern’s Bat & Ball Hotel are launching their second venue, taking over the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel in Newtown, with plans to reopen the neighbourhood pub in late 2026. Rather than reinventing the 150-year-old venue, the independent hospitality group says its focus will be on restoring and preserving one of Sydney’s most… The post The Bat & Ball team are set to reopen the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
by Alexandra Zinghini15 viewsfeaturedfeaturesnew-barsnewsvenues - news
Four Roses Starts New Experimental Bourbon Line
As experimental releases proliferated among the American whiskey industries legacy distillers and newcomers, Four Roses has largely left the concept alone. Whenever I asked about this or other possible expansions, the answer that came back centered on the difficulty the distillery had keeping up with the demand for their existing products. But in mid-2026, Four …
by Editor18 viewsbourbon-whiskeynewsbourbonlimited-editionwhiskey-news - news
Finding New Zealand’s Top 100 Sommeliers
Many Sommeliers are in hybrid roles these days – this could be you – it still counts and it still matters.
by Charlotte Cowan13 viewsnewson-premisewines - news
Time & Materials Beer Company Earns BetterBev Recognition
PRESS RELEASE / June 29, 2026 (Reading, MA) – Reading’s TIme & Materials Beer Company has been recognized as a “green beverage producer” by the BetterBev program. The distinction was awarded by […]
by Mass Brew Bros18 viewsnewsbetterbevsustainabilitytime-materials - news
Bulleit Comes Out With Ultra-Aged Rye
More than fifteen years ago, the rising trend for classic and pre-Prohibition style cocktails drove a larger mixology boom, and with it came a craze and then supply crunch for rye whiskey. After decades of languishing in obscurity, this brought rye whiskey back into popular focus. One of the brands most sought after at the …
by Editor13 viewsnewsrye-whiskeylimited-editionultra-agedwhiskey-news - news
Urbanna Pearl Oyster Tavern
By David Hunter If you’re reading this, chances are you’re a fan of craft beer — and there’s an even better chance you’re a fan of Virginia craft beer specifically. And if that’s the case, you know the feeling of sitting down at a restaurant and discovering they not only have your Virginia favorites available, […]
by Jeff Maisey18 viewsbeerbrew-newsfood-and-brewnewsrestaurants-and-barsrestaurant - news
Maryland Wine Pioneers: Linganore Winecellars
What fifty years at Linganore can teach us about growing grapes, making wine, and […]
by Steve Lynch20 viewsfeatured-newsnews - news
Constellation Sees Reshaped Wine And Spirits Portfolio Drive Growth
Constellation Brands has posted sales up 3% on a comparable basis to $2.4 billion for its fiscal first quarter ended in May, with both its beer business and its reshaped wine and spirits range showing solid traction amid the difficult … Continue reading → The post Constellation Sees Reshaped Wine And Spirits Portfolio Drive Growth appeared first on Shanken News Daily .
by cjelski18 viewsnewsconstellation-brandscoronakim-crawfordmi-campomodelo - news
Columbia Distributing Completes Acquisition Of Pac NW RNDC Markets
Columbia Distributing has completed its previously announced deal with Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) for certain wine and spirits distribution rights in Oregon and Washington. Financials weren’t disclosed. Columbia will begin sales of the new brands effective today. The new … Continue reading → The post Columbia Distributing Completes Acquisition Of Pac NW RNDC Markets appeared first on Shanken News Daily .
by cjelski17 viewsnewschopincolumbia-distributingduckhornholladayjfc-international - news
News Briefs for July 1, 2026
•Washington’s Woodinville Whiskey Co., part of the Moët Hennessy portfolio, is introducing Woodinville Single Barrel Cask Strength 7 Year Bourbon and Woodinville Single Barrel Cask Strength 7 Year 100% Rye into national distribution. The distiller has long offered its single … Continue reading → The post News Briefs for July 1, 2026 appeared first on Shanken News Daily .
by cjelski21 viewsnewscharles-smithmoet-hennessyreal-wine-collectivewente-family-vineyardswoodinville-whiskey-co - news
BrewDog CEO steps down
BrewDog CEO James Taylor has left his role at the Scottish brewery. Just under four months since the business was acquired by US-based Tilray Brands. Taylor was appointed to the role at BrewDog last March. He took on the role at the same time as Lauren Carrol was appointed as COO. She will now help...
by Tim19 viewsnewsukunited-kingdom - news
Germany mulling tax increase on spirits
Germany is reportedly considering raising taxes on spirits by 20% next year, according to a local report from RedaktionsNetzwerk Deutschland.
by Fiona Holland6 viewsnews - news
Bollinger launches PNAYC21
Bollinger has launched the seventh version of its 100% Pinot Noir series, PNAYC21, the second such wine to come mostly from its home cru of Aÿ, after PNAYC18 - but there the similarities end, writes Giles Fallowfield. The post Bollinger launches PNAYC21 appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Giles Fallowfield19 viewsnewsbollingerbollinger-pnayc21champagnefine-winefrance - news
Muted demand for “top end” spirits weighs on Edrington
Edrington has reported lower annual revenue and earnings, amid “subdued” demand for the spirits giant’s pricier products.
by Shivam Mishra16 viewsnewsedrington - news
Rare Character goes national with Helmsman
Whiskey maker Rare Character has teamed up with Helmsman Imports to take its Pride of Anderson County series national The post Rare Character goes national with Helmsman appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Miona Madsen19 viewsnewsamerican-whiskeybourbonhelmsman-importsus