José Cuervo in £30 million plans to double capacity at Bushmills

The Bushmills distillery in County Antrim will double in capacity if new expansions plans meet with local planning approval.

David steps down as William Grant chief executive

William Grant & Sons chief executive Stella David is to leave the family-owned business in February, it is reported.

Young drinkers drive UK gin sales above £1 billion in 2015

Young drinkers will push UK gin sales above £1 billion for the first time, according to data from research giant Mintel, released today.

SWA slams minimum unit pricing ahead of EU court ruling

The Scottish Whisky Association has reiterated its opposition to minimum-unit pricing (MUP) in Scotland, prior to a ruling on the subject from the Court of Justice of the European Union, which is due on December 23.

Modern Australian Gin gets second release from Four Pillars

The award-winning Australian craft Four Pillars distillery has issued a second release of its Modern Australian Gin.

Searcys St Pancras celebrates Christmas with Cocoflake hybrid

The Dalmore launches Parisian luxury film trilogy

The Dalmore Highland Single Malt has launched the first in a series of three films in partnership with luxury Paris hotels.

First private equity fund focused on craft spirits sector launches in US

Thoroughbred Spirits Partners and the Thoroughbred Spirits Group have launched a US private equity fund focused on the craft spirits sector.

Diageo looks Starward for second major Distill Ventures investment

Distill Ventures has made its second major investment in a matter of weeks.

Gordon's Dry Gin ad lands artist Jeff Koons with law suit

Controversial US pop artist Jeff Koons is being sued for copyright violation by a New York photographer.

Matthew Clark predicts adventurous 2016 for consumers

Leading online distributor Matthew Clark is predicting that UK consumers will become yet more inquisitive in 2016.

Manchester pub smashes own world record for varieties of gin

The Old Bell Inn in Saddleworth, Greater Manchester, has added a 600th variety of gin to its list.

Scottish whisky industry leads the way on green issues

The Scottish whisky industry is on track to meet a range of ambitious environmental targets, a new report shows.

Cotswolds Distillery signs major Australian distribution deal

UK super-premium Cotswolds Dry Gin is to be distributed in Australia by Woolworths supermarkets and the Woolworth's Liquor Group.

First finalists for Diageo Reserve World Class UK 2016 revealed

Diageo Reserve has announced the first five UK finalists for its World Class UK 2016 competition, which aims to find the best bartender in the UK.

Speyside Distillery marks anniversary of Byron's marriage with limited edition release

Speyside Distillery is marking the 200th anniversary of Lord Byron's marriage with the launch of a new limited edition whisky.

Jameson Experience recognised for contribution to Irish tourism

The Jameson Experience Midleton has won the 'Ultimate Ambassador Award' at the second annual #CorkNeedsYou Cork Conference Ambassadors Awards.

Insights: What will blaze the way for on-trade trends in 2016?

From sipping tequila to shorter wine lists, Douglas Blyde asked leading figures in the on-trade what trends they predict will lead the way in 2016

Distill Ventures invests £10 million in Denmark's Stauning whisky

Distill Ventures, the Diageo-funded accelerator programme for entrepreneurs in the spirits sector, has made its first major growth investment.

Cotswold Distillery announces Angel's Share crowdfunding round

The award-winning Cotswold Distillery has announced its first equity crowdfunding round, which it has named the Angel's Share.