Jay-Z's Ace of Spades Champagne range releases two new labels

Two new expressions of the cult Champagne brand owned by rap star Jay-Z have been released in the UK.

Ten is the magic number for Rioja in autumn tasting and awards initiatives

Wines From Rioja is introducing two new initiatives to raise the profile of the region in the UK market.

Rosé up 43% and Champagne 'strong' as summer sun brings cheer to Waitrose drinks sales

Recent warm weather in parts of the UK has seen sales of some wines and spirits soar at Waitrose.

Wine sales leap 10% as Bargain Booze operator improves revenue and profit

Entry-level is an emerging opportunity for wine producers seeking exports to China - report

The slowdown in the Chinese economy and government austerity and anti-corruption measures are creating an opportunity for producers of entry-level and mid-priced wines, a new China Wine Market Landscape Report from Wine Intelligence has revealed.

Bottle Apostle blossoms with opening of Primrose Hill store

Independent London wine merchant Bottle Apostle opens its fifth store in the Primrose Hill area on July 18.

Chapel Down appoints new wine chief to fuel growth plans

Kent wine producer Chapel Down is hoping to accelerate its expansion after appointing a former LVMH executive to head up its wine operation.

Bordeaux lines up dinner dates to showcase affordable wines

Bordeaux wines are getting a push in restaurants and independent wine merchants, backed by the region's governing body.

Hendrick's takes perfect serve training mainstream with online programme

Hendrick's gin has launched an online training tool in a bid to get mainstream on-trade outlets producing perfect serves of the gin with tonic.

Selfridges' Davies to join Speciality Drinks as head buyer

Bargain Booze and Wine Rack operator in talks to take over Matthew Clark

Bargain Booze owner Conviviality Retail has suspended trading in its shares amid media speculation that it is in talks to buy the specialist on-trade drinks wholesaler Matthew Clark.

Pimm's to take centre stage at Queen's 90th birthday celebrations

Diageo has signed up as one of five official corporate partners for a massive street party to mark the Queen's 90^th birthday next summer.

Wholesalers welcome plans for taskforce to tackle alcohol diversion fraud

The government plans to set up a new national "alcohol control room" and establish a mobile taskforce to tackle alcohol diversion fraud at duty-suspended warehouses and cash and carries.

Bruichladdich will 'double output' after winning bid to build new warehousing on Islay

Remy Cointreau-owned Islay whisky distillery Bruichladdich could double production capacity after winning planning permission from Argyll & Bute Council to build six new maturation warehouses on the island.

American beer, whiskey and Space Invaders unleashed by Brewdog in latest bar concept

The innovation pipeline at Brewdog shows no sign of slowing down with the arrival of yet another on-trade concept.

Taittinger extends links with performing arts through RADA sponsorship

Champagne Taittinger has signed up to be the official Champagne partner of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art for its major fundraising events over the next year.

Ned producer Marisco adds premium Craft Series to New Zealand wine portfolio in the UK

The New Zealand wine producer behind The Ned Sauvignon Blanc is releasing a new range of premium wines in the UK under the portfolio name The Craft Series.

Bacardi adds to spirits portfolio with acquisition of Banks rum

Bacardi has bought the Banks rum producer and its brands for an undisclosed sum.

Smirnoff pledges to fight ban after regulator rules ad breached code

Diageo has said it will fight to overturn a ban on an ad for Smirnoff vodka imposed by the Advertising Standards Authority.

Craft beer trend brings sharp rise in demand for staff training says Beer Academy

The Beer Academy training group has seen a sharp uplift in interest from pub and bar operators on the back of the craft beer boom.