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BrewDog CEO exits in wake of Tilray takeover
BrewDog CEO James Taylor has left the UK business after its takeover by US brewer and cannabis company Tilray Brands.
by Shivam Mishra15 viewsnewsbrewdogtilray-brands - news
Wine and spirits sales rebound in Constellation Q1
Mi Campo Tequila owner Constellation Brands has started fiscal 2027 with an 8% rise in organic sales for its wine and spirits arm The post Wine and spirits sales rebound in Constellation Q1 appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Rupert Hohwieler17 viewsnewsconstellation-brandsfinancial-resultshigh-west-whiskeymi-campo-tequilaus - news
Westward master blender departs
After 13 years at Westward Whiskey, master blender Miles Munroe has left the company to start his own brand, Grimoire Spirits The post Westward master blender departs appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Miona Madsen12 viewsnewsgrimoire-spiritspeoplewestward - news
Skyrocketing prices, Gen Z avoiding alcohol, health trends: John Gillespie of Wine Opinions assesses the American wine crisis
The Wine Opinions researcher explains the figures from the latest report on the American market and why wine primarily faces a communication problem, not a substantive one. L'articolo Skyrocketing prices, Gen Z avoiding alcohol, health trends: John Gillespie of Wine Opinions assesses the American wine crisis proviene da Wine Meridian .
by Veronica Zin9 viewsenglish-news - news
UK government proposes digital ID for alcohol sales
If passed, the change in UK legislation would permit the use of digital ID when purchasing alcohol in the country for the first time The post UK government proposes digital ID for alcohol sales appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Joe Rogers16 viewsnewsalcohol-licensingdigital-idoff-tradeon-tradeuk - news
Eight Lands Organic Gin and Vodka show Speyside in new light
Speyside is known for its Scotch whisky but award-winning Eight Lands Organic Gin and Vodka proves the region also deserves recognition for its clear spirits The post Eight Lands Organic Gin and Vodka show Speyside in new light appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Tom Bruce-Gardyne18 viewsnewseight-landsginglenrinnes-distillerypartner-content - news
Athens’ Line beats Sips to become Best Bar in Europe
The inaugural Europe’s 50 Best Bars list has been revealed, with Athens toppling Barcelona as the region’s top cocktail city The post Athens’ Line beats Sips to become Best Bar in Europe appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Lauren Bowes17 viewsheadlinenewsathensawardsbarcelonaeurope - news
The Gin Masters 2026 – First Tasting results
The first part of our two-strong gin tastings showed that when it comes to taste and quality, the sector is in blooming health The post The Gin Masters 2026 – First Tasting results appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Melita Kiely20 viewsdraw-infeaturefeaturesginthe-gin-mastersthe-global-spirits-masters-competitions - news
Freschello, the timeless brand that rewrote the rules of wine consumption: Pierpaolo Cielo’s analysis
A landmark success, a journey into the heart of a brand that defied convention and won: the case study of a line that has represented a reference point in Italian shopping carts for decades. L'articolo Freschello, the timeless brand that rewrote the rules of wine consumption: Pierpaolo Cielo’s analysis proviene da Wine Meridian .
by Emanuele Fiorio8 viewsenglish-news - news
Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks
Though the organic sector overall is growing in France, the official statistics for 2025 show that alcoholic beverages are the only categories shrinking, with two powerhouse regions driving the decline. The post Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband18 viewsnewsagence-biobordeauxdb-newseuropefrance - news
German vegan firm Planethic files for self-administration
German plant-based firm Planethic Group has lodged an application for so-called self-administration.
by Satarupa Bhowmik5 viewsnews - news
Westgarth Wines expands fine wine business into Europe with new hire
Californian-based fine wine retailer Westgarth Wines has appointed a new director of sales to lead its European expansion, after opening a London branch. The post Westgarth Wines expands fine wine business into Europe with new hire appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Arabella Mileham18 viewsnewsfine-winepeoplewine - news
Sake Industry News. Issue #163.
Dassai Keeps Growing, AU Sake Awards, Sake Comp 2026, Akebono Sunrise, New Brewery Tsuchiura Jōzō, Foreign Markets Catching Japan’s Eye, Ponshukan Price Increase, Sake Fair and More!
by Sake Industry News3 views - news
Mark Littler In Scottish Parliament For Work Preventing Cask Fraud
In spring 2024 the Scottish Parliament heard about the significant dangers of whisky cask fraud to the scotch whisky industry. The address by Fergus Ewing on 17 April 2024 discussed cask fraud and the potential impacts it could have on the scotch whisky industry. As part of the introduction he thanked several industry professionals for […]
by Hannah Thompson14 viewscaskswhiskywhisky-blog - news
The finest rosé wines money can buy
Yes, there is such a thing as pink fine wine, and Patrick Schmitt MW has picked out a handful of the greatest, all of which gained a top scores in this year's Global Rosé Masters. But be warned, they aren't cheap, priced from £60 to almost £200. The post The finest rosé wines money can buy appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Patrick Schmitt17 viewsnewschateau-d-esclansclos-du-templegarrusgerard-bertrandglobal-rose-masters - news
‘We make a wine for that’: Australia to relaunch national campaign
The post ‘We make a wine for that’: Australia to relaunch national campaign appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones5 viewsnews - news
Wine at Conad, an assortment that evolves with consumers: Alessandra Manzato’s vision
Wine performance at Conad is outperforming the market, thanks to a management of levers capable of anticipating changes in consumer needs. L'articolo Wine at Conad, an assortment that evolves with consumers: Alessandra Manzato’s vision proviene da Wine Meridian .
by Emanuele Fiorio9 viewsenglish-news - news
Ontarian spirits sales up 8% in LCBO
The Liquor Control Board of Ontario saw sales of local spirits rise by 8% in the last year as it expands its Canadian offering The post Ontarian spirits sales up 8% in LCBO appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Nicola Carruthers22 viewsnewscanadalcboliquor-control-board-of-ontarioontario - news
Jessica Rocchi: “Wine in restaurants no longer has to show off, it has to tell a story”
The restaurant manager and sommelier of the two Michelin star restaurant Andrea Aprea, inside the Fondazione Luigi Rovati, Jessica Rocchi explains how the relationship between guests, wine list and fine dining is changing: less display, more identity, attention to price and a desire for memorable experiences. L'articolo Jessica Rocchi: “Wine in restaurants no longer has to show off, it has to tell a story” proviene da Wine Meridian .
by Stefano Montibeller9 viewsenglish-news - news
Indies to receive £250 for Bordeaux Wine Month
Applications to participate in Bordeaux Wine Month this September have opened, with independent wine merchants receiving support to celebrate the best of the region. The post Indies to receive £250 for Bordeaux Wine Month appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband18 viewsexclude-in-article-adsnewsbordeauxbordeaux-wine-monthcube-communicationsfrance - news
Saint Wine and Cru Wines join forces
Australian fine wine distributors Saint Wine and Cru Wines have formed a new partnership to expand their national footprint, boost customer service and provide stronger representation for their producers. The post Saint Wine and Cru Wines join forces appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones18 viewsnewsasiaaustralia - news
Seeds and red wine phenolics (Part 2): Influence of seed number on phenolic levels in red wines
This study set out to explore how different seed levels influence the phenolic composition of Merlot and Shiraz wines.
by Wessel du Toit, Asiphe Makalisa & José Luis Aleixandre-Tudo19 viewsoenology-researchtechnicalmerlotphenolic-levelsred-wine-phenolicsred-wines - news
Mallard Point Distillery - Behind the Scenes
Seven years since Mallard Point planted their first vines, and four years since they released their first liquids, Sarah Miller - drinks writer, judge and founder of Gin A Ding Ding - visited the single estate vineyard and distillery and reported back for The Gin Guide on Mallard Point’s history and plans for the future, as well as what experiences visitors can enjoy Mallard Point was the fi [...]
by Paul Jackson16 viewsbehind-the-scenes - news
Defending UK vineyards from pests and wildlife
As the UK wine industry continues to grow, vineyard managers are facing increasing pressure from pests and wildlife. From deer damaging young shoots to birds stripping ripening fruit, protecting vines has become a fundamental part of successful vineyard management. Understanding the risks Every vineyard site presents different challenges. Vineyards located close to woodland, hedgerows, or […] The post Defending UK vineyards from pests and wildlife appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
by Chris Buckley, Business Director, VineWorks4 viewsgrape-growing