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Lidl adds trio to Whisky collection

Published: 07 June, 2017

Lidl has extended its Abrachan Triple Oak Blended Malt collection with three new single malt editions – Speyside, Islay and Highland (rrp: £17.49).

Jackson Estate opens state-of-the-art Pinot Noir winery

Published: 07 June, 2017

New Zealand wine producer Jackson Estate has opened its new state-of-the art Winery.

Previous Proximo colleagues join forces to establish distribution and marketing agency

Published: 06 June, 2017

A new sales, distribution and marketing agency for spirits has been set up with a focus on helping smaller, premium suppliers.

Origin brings Electric Sky single-serve wine brand to the UK

Published: 06 June, 2017

Origin Wine is poised to launch its Electric Sky wine brand in the UK in a bid to replicate its success in the US.

Bancroft grows organic portfolio with acquisition of Mason & Mason Wines

Published: 06 June, 2017

Bancroft Wines has acquired organic wine specialist Mason & Mason Wines for an undisclosed sum.

Spirit revenues top beer for the first time

Published: 05 June, 2017

Sales of spirits brought more money to the Treasury than beer for the first time ever, according to the latest HMRC figures released this morning.

Champagne Lanson expands with first organic fizz

Published: 05 June, 2017

Champagne Lanson is introducing its first certified organic Champagne at The Wimbledon Championships 2017.

New Cape Origin designation to boost tourism link

Published: 05 June, 2017

South Africa’s Wine and Spirit Board has introduced a new Wine of Origin District for Cape Town, bringing 30 wineries together under the banner to boost international recognition.

Bancroft signs up as exclusive distributor for Herència Altés

Published: 05 June, 2017

Bancroft Wines has secured a deal as the exclusive distributor for Terra Alta producer Herència Altés.

Crown Cellars reveals new wine portfolio

Published: 02 June, 2017

Crown Cellars, the wine division of Carlsberg UK, has unveiled its 2017/18 wine portfolio, with a focus on Spain and Italy.

Hospitality leaders fear rising prices and worsening staffing crisis

Published: 02 June, 2017

A majority of hospitality and leisure industry bosses believe that a ‘perfect storm’ faces the industry, according to a new report surveying leaders in the sector.

Vindependents poised to add spirits and beers to its portfolio

Published: 02 June, 2017

Vindependents, the drinks agency for independents run by independents, is going from strength to strength but the buying group is far from resting on its laurels.

Harpers to helm Bellavita retail debate

Published: 01 June, 2017

Harpers is heading to Bellavita this month, where we will be chairing a panel discussion on ways to penetrate the UK off-trade.

Bodega Argento’s Silvia Corti on going organic

Published: 01 June, 2017

Over her 13 years with Mendoza producer Bodega Argento, winemaker Silvia Corti has seen a number of major changes take place.

Hush Heath launches sparkling apple wine

Published: 01 June, 2017

Kent producer Hush Heath is mixing up its offering through the launch of two new apple sparkling drinks made in the traditional method.

Distell revives Angostura distribution deal

Published: 01 June, 2017

Distell, Africa’s leading producer of wines, spirits, ciders and RTDs has announced it is reviving its distribution partnership in the UK with Angostura, world’s largest producer of aromatic bitters.

‘Canpaign’ for Southern Comfort

Published: 31 May, 2017

Hi-Spirits has turned the spotlight on Southern Comfort with a light-hearted ‘Canpaign’ push designed to provide consumers with a break from the General Election.