In a move that signals a significant realignment within the ultra-premium spirits sector, Cazcanes Tequila has officially announced a landmark distribution partnership with Reyes Beverage Group (RBG). This strategic alliance, set to take effect on August 1, 2026, marks a pivotal moment for the independent, additive-free tequila brand as it seeks to solidify its footprint […]

SCHIEDAM, NETHERLANDS – De Kuyper Royal Distillers, a name synonymous with cocktail culture for over three centuries, has announced a significant expansion of its portfolio. This autumn, the Dutch distilling giant will introduce a sophisticated new Ready-to-Serve (RTS) Spritz range specifically designed for the off-trade market. In a move that signals a bold shift toward […]

The landscape of Bordeaux’s Left Bank is often characterized by shifting tides of corporate ownership and institutional investment. However, at the heart of the Margaux appellation, Château Brane-Cantenac stands as a testament to the enduring power of family lineage. Last year, the estate marked a momentous milestone: one hundred years of ownership by the Lurton […]

The landscape of the UK hospitality industry is currently defined by a sharp ideological and legal divide over the distribution of gratuities. While recent legislation was intended to usher in an era of transparency and fairness, the UK government’s latest code of practice on tipping has instead ignited a fierce confrontation with Unite, the country’s […]

In an era where the non-alcoholic beverage market is increasingly crowded with "me-too" spirits and functional sodas, Botivo, a craft non-alcoholic aperitif, has managed to strike a chord that resonates far beyond the liquid in the bottle. On June 30, outside the hallowed walls of London’s Royal Albert Hall, the brand orchestrated a marketing masterstroke […]

The global wine landscape is currently undergoing a paradigm shift. As consumer preferences pivot away from high-alcohol, heavily oaked profiles toward "quaffable," high-acid, and low-ABV (alcohol by volume) selections, one European region stands perfectly positioned to lead the charge: Vinho Verde. Located in the lush, rain-swept northwest of Portugal, Vinho Verde is no longer just […]

The serene, rolling vineyards of Piedmont, typically associated with the slow maturation of grapes and the quiet labor of viticulture, have become the scene of a high-stakes criminal investigation. In a heist described by authorities and winery officials as a "carefully calculated operation," thieves targeted the Banfi winery’s cellar in Strevi, making off with more […]

In a strategic move that bridges the gap between South Korean cultural heritage and global pop-culture dominance, HiteJinro, the producer of the world’s best-selling spirit, has officially named Kim Tae-hyung—better known as V of the global phenomenon BTS—as its new global brand ambassador. This partnership marks a watershed moment for the spirits industry, signaling a […]

Main Facts: The Resurgence of a Neo-Classic In the pantheon of cocktail history, few drinks have achieved "modern classic" status with the speed and ubiquity of the Bramble. Created in the mid-1980s by the legendary British bartender Dick Bradsell, the Bramble was originally designed as a quintessentially British take on the Gin Fix. By combining […]

In the modern wine and spirits industry, sustainability is no longer a peripheral concern relegated to annual reports; it has become a core driver of brand equity and operational viability. For Cork Supply, a leading provider of premium closures and a subsidiary of the Harv 81 Group, the pursuit of B Corp certification was never […]