Topic
17 stories in this topic
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…
It has been a bubbly nine months for the LVMH luxury business – with the exception of its wines and spirits division, which was hampered by supply constraints. Revenue grew by 14 per cent for the period to reach €30.1 billion (US$35.4 billion). With organic…
Alibaba Group said Wednesday it has sued a seller of fake spirits, seeking RMB123,000 (US$17,835) in damages. The Shanghai Xuhui District People’s Court previously found defendant, Xu Wenqiang, had violated Yibin Wuliangye Group Co. Ltd.’s “Wuliangye” liquor…
A new spirits and cocktail retail ‘salon’ has opened in Singapore. Dubbed The Proof Flat, the new space is located on HongKong Street and is the third retail experience launched by Proof & Company — the firm also behind award-winning bar concepts 28 HongKong…
Italy’s Illva Saronno returns to this year’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference with the aim of consolidating its brand presence and meeting new clients. The brand’s main focus will be on its trademark Disaronno, which is also available as a limited…
This March, DFS Group (DFS), the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, in partnership with Changi Airport Group, will host its sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits in Singapore. The most celebrated event of its kind in the industry, Masters of Wines…
The ninth Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded on Saturday (12 November). Held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 10 to 12 November, the fair gathered…
The ninth HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair opened today and continues through 12 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). This morning’s opening ceremony was officiated by Gregory So, Secretary for Commerce and…
