Pernod Ricard and Irish Distillers sell Paddy Irish Whiskey to US company

Pernod Ricard and Irish Distillers have finalised the sale of Paddy Irish Whiskey, to US family-owned drinks company Sazerac.

Debt dispute between Diageo and former United Spirits boss continues

British alcohol giant Diageo Plc has submitted details of its agreement with USL's former boss Vijay Mallya to a debt tribunal.

Hendrick's "Cucumber Couriers" campaign pushes into the on-trade

Premium drinks brand Hendrick's is reminding bartenders how to order up 'the perfect serve' with an on-trade engagement campaign.

Dip in Q3 sales at Pernod Ricard

Growth for the third quarter of the fiscal year at Pernod Ricard is down 3% due to shrinking demand in China and an earlier Chinese New Year.

CEO of Stock Spirits takes early retirement following pressure to step down over problems in Poland

Stock Spirits Group PLC has announced today that chief executive officer Chris Heath will be stepping down with immediate effect to take early retirement.

Pinkster gin jumps aboard for partnership with global cosmetics brand

Premium gin Pinkster has been selected to set sail with a global beauty brand, as a primary spirits provider.

Calvados Boulard goes for the twist with cocktail on trade strategy

Calvados Boulard has unveiled its new plan to put its brand of cider spirit back on bar menus, with its range of classic cocktails-with-a-twist.

Chairman to depart from drinks giant Diageo

The board at Smirnoff-producer Diageo has announced their chairman will be stepping down after eight years in the post.

Stock Spirits criticse top shareholder who seeks to oust CEO

Stock Spirits has hit back at its largest individual shareholder for trying to depose its chief executive officer while having a "conflict of interest".

New vodka brand unfazed by gains in gin

Pinkster gin launches £600,000 crowdfunding campaign on Growthdeck

Pinkster gin, the producer of raspberry flavoured and lightly coloured pink gin, has launched a crowdfunding campaign in an effort to raise a minimum of £600,000.

Poetic License gin plans national roll-out after strong regional launch

New Sunderland-based small-batch distillery Poetic License is looking to roll out nationally after a successful launch in the North East late last year.

Chase Distillery marks eighth birthday with San Francisco double gold

Herefordshire-based Chase Distillery is celebrating its eighth birthday this week with a double gold award at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirit Competition for its Williams GB Gin.

Matugga Rum launches into French market

British premium craft rum, Matugga Rum, has signed an exclusive distribution deal with Société Dugas, one of France's leading distributors of premium and artisan spirits.

Premium Polish vodka Torunska launches in the UK

Polish premium vodka Torunksa is set to launch in the UK for the first time.

Pirate's Grog expands range with new super-premium rum

Hackney-based boutique rum importer Pirate's Grog has added a new limited edition 13-year-old Central American rum to its range.

Four Pillars wins second San Francisco Double Gold for Rare Dry Gin

Small-batch Australian distillery Four Pillars has taken home a Double Gold from the prestigious  San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Rare Dry Gin.

Award-winning Arran Distillery reveals expansion plans

The award-winning Isle of Arran Distillery has revealed plans to build a second distillery on the island to complement its original location on Lochranza.

The Glenrothes rebrands Alba Reserve ahead of UK release

Award-winning Speyside distillery The Glenrothes has rebranded its Alba Reserve expression ahead of its release in the UK.

Dunnet Bay launches limited edition Rock Rose seasonal gin range

Scotland's award-winning Dunnet Bay Distillery is to launch a series of Rock Rose Gin 'Seasonal Editions', kicking off with a Spring edition, which will be available by May.