ELGIN, SCOTLAND – In a landmark collaboration that marries the heritage of Scotland’s most prestigious independent bottler with the legacy of its greatest footballing icon, Gordon & MacPhail has announced the launch of a new, ultra-rare whisky series: Vintage Moments. Partnering with Sir Kenny Dalglish, the Elgin-based whisky creator has curated a collection that translates […]

In the high-stakes world of premium spirits, few names command as much respect for technical artistry and historical reverence as Alexandre Gabriel. As the owner and master blender of Maison Ferrand, Gabriel has spent nearly four decades revitalizing forgotten techniques in Cognac, pioneering the artisanal gin movement with Citadelle, and elevating rum to the status […]

In a move that has sent ripples through the international fine wine community, Christie’s has announced an exclusive online auction of the historic bottle library of González Byass. This landmark sale, scheduled to take place from June 5th to 11th, represents a rare moment in viticultural history: the release of an archive of bottled Sherry […]

HOUSTON & CHICAGO – In a move that signals a profound restructuring of the American middle-tier alcohol landscape, Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) has officially finalized the sale of its distribution assets across 11 key jurisdictions to the Reyes Beverage Group. The transaction, which includes major markets such as Texas, Florida, and Virginia, marks a […]

Main Facts: The "Code Burgundy" Moment A recent viral clip from Steven Bartlett, the influential host of the Diary of a CEO podcast and a prominent figure on Dragons’ Den, has sparked a fierce debate regarding the role of alcohol in modern society. In the video, Bartlett informed his millions of followers that the consumption […]

In a move that has sent ripples through the international spirits industry, Brown-Forman, the American beverage giant behind iconic brands such as Jack Daniel’s and Woodford Reserve, has officially confirmed the suspension of whiskey production at its Slane Distillery in County Meath, Ireland. The decision, described as a temporary measure to align with evolving market […]

In the high-stakes, fast-paced world of American hospitality, the line between service and survival is often thinner than a cocktail garnish. For Tiffany Hernandez, a Denver-based bartender, educator, and a recognized "Person to Watch" in the 2026 Imbibe 75, the craft of the cocktail is inseparable from the people who produce it—many of whom live […]

The landscape of the British wine trade is currently defined by a paradox: stabilizing consumer demand set against a backdrop of unprecedented, compounding operational costs. At the center of this storm is Jeroboams, the venerable London-based wine merchant, which finds itself at a critical juncture. Despite a fiscal environment that Group CEO Matthew Tipping describes […]

The United Kingdom’s spirits landscape, once dominated by a decade-long "gin-aissance," is undergoing a fundamental transformation. In a strategic move reflecting these broader market shifts, the UK-based Craft Gin Club has officially announced a comprehensive rebranding to The Curious Drinker. This evolution marks a significant departure from the company’s gin-centric origins, signaling an aggressive expansion […]

Introduction: A Munich Icon Finds a New Horizon For decades, the global beverage market has been defined by a relatively rigid dichotomy: the dominance of American-style colas and the ubiquitous presence of fruit-flavored sodas. However, a cultural and culinary bridge is currently being built between the beer gardens of Bavaria and the supermarket aisles of […]