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A 19 percent revenue jump in India and preparations for a local listing helped soften the blow of a 25 percent sales collapse across mainland China for the French spirits group.
The Tasmanian whisky producer grew international export sales by 69 per cent to AU$1.8 million ahead of the veteran blender’s planned exit at the end of 2026.
Specialist importer The Whisky List will distribute the Speyside single malt range across independent retail and on-premise venues starting in late October.
Younger shoppers and female consumers are steering India’s liquor market away from commodity spirits toward higher-margin bottles.
The Australian actor is backing the Sydney craft distiller to develop three new whiskies targeting Asia and North America.
International revenue surged 69 per cent as the Tasmanian whisky maker expanded its distribution footprint across 10 Asian markets.
Corby Spirit and Wine Limited has divested its British rum brand, Lamb’s, for the sum of US$39.2 million ($55.5 million) to Canadian and French firms, Phildan and Cofepp, respectively. Lamb’s holds a predominant position among rum brands in the UK and Canada,…
In Australia, the spirits industry is set to miss out on tax relief measures currently extended to the beer industry, following a failed debate on alcohol taxation in the Senate. The Failed Amendment An amendment proposed to extend the excise freeze,…
Haiver Spirits, a renowned vodka brand, has broken new ground in the beverage market, venturing into the ready-to-drink category with the introduction of its first-ever brewed hard teas. This innovative offering marks a significant expansion for the brand,…
Swift & Moore, a beverage distributor, has recently formed a collaboration with Otter Craft Distilling (OCD). As part of this new alliance, Swift & Moore will be taking over the nationwide distribution of the Sydney-based distillery’s variety of small-batch…
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) has reported that the nation’s spirit exports saw a 9% decrease in the second quarter. The organization indicated that this marked a sharp downturn from the solid export performance recorded in 2024.…
El Toro has broadened its range of offerings with the introduction of its newest product, Coconut Tequila. This innovative blend marries the robust agave notes inherent in tequila with the smooth sweetness of coconut. This new spirit is characterized by its…
Tokyo is the latest stage for Suntory Holdings, as the renowned beverage maker unveils a concept shop dedicated to its handcrafted gin, Roku. This innovative move aims not only to promote the exquisite flavors of Japanese craft gin but also to reflect…
Auckland recently welcomed the latest innovation in wine retailing, the Normanby Fine Wine & Spirits experience-driven concept store. Situated in Mount Eden, the store ushers in a new era of retail, reimagining the traditional wine and spirits shopping…
Wine marketplace Vivino has launched commercial operations in Australia, offering 50 percent reduction on commissions to local wineries for the remainder of this year. The online marketplace operation will be based in Sydney, NSW, and led by James Fildes, GM…
DFS Group (DFS), the world’s leading luxury travel retailer in partnership with Changi Airport Group (CAG) hosted its eighth annual edition of the prestigious Masters of Wines and Spirits in Singapore on Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24. The…
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