In a move that signals both a return to roots and a bold leap into a new corporate era, Richard Sager has reassumed leadership of NIO Cocktails as both owner and CEO. This transition follows a complex period of restructuring triggered by the closure of Diageo’s Distill Ventures, the spirits giant’s high-profile incubator arm. Now […]

The landscape of premium retail spirits has witnessed a significant evolution with the announcement of a landmark partnership between the iconic British retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) and the award-winning Boann Distillery. This collaboration has culminated in the launch of "Stillness," an exclusive own-label Irish whiskey brand that seeks to blend the heritage of the […]

In the world of high-end culinary arts and traditional home cooking alike, few ingredients possess the transformative power of Aspergillus oryzae. Known more commonly by its Japanese name, Koji, this "friendly mold" is the invisible architect behind the most iconic flavors of Japan. While the concept of "moldy rice" may initially sound unappealing to the […]

In a significant shift of legal strategy that highlights the complexities of operating within the Indian regulatory landscape, French spirits conglomerate Pernod Ricard has officially withdrawn its challenge against a massive US$314 million tax demand. The decision, recently confirmed by the Delhi High Court, marks a pivotal moment in a multi-year investigation into the company’s […]

NEW ORLEANS — As the sweltering July heat settled over the French Quarter, the global spirits industry turned its collective gaze toward the Crescent City for the annual Tales of the Cocktail (TOTC) conference. Amidst the flurry of seminars, tasting rooms, and networking events, one of the week’s most anticipated milestones took place: the announcement […]

PERPIGNAN, FRANCE – In what is being described as a watershed moment for the French wine industry, Domaine Lafage has officially commenced its 2026 harvest, marking the earliest start date in the estate’s storied history. On the morning of Thursday, July 23, picking crews descended upon the coastal vineyards of Roussillon, a full month ahead […]

In an industry often characterized by its opaque traditions and gatekept secondary markets, Cru World Wine is attempting a radical structural realignment. The London-based fine wine powerhouse has announced a pioneering initiative to transform its client base into a "community of owners," offering users the opportunity to acquire a direct equity stake in the company. […]

MONTPELIER, VERMONT – In a move that signals a significant maturation of the American craft spirits sector, Caledonia Spirits, the award-winning producer of Barr Hill Gin, has announced the appointment of industry veteran John Oliver as its new Vice-President of Sales. This strategic hire marks a pivotal moment for the Vermont-based distillery as it seeks […]

GUIZHOU, CHINA – In a bold move designed to fortify its premium positioning and stabilize a volatile market, Kweichow Moutai, the world’s most valuable spirits producer, has announced its second price increase of the year. Effective July 18, 2026, the distiller has raised the retail and ex-factory prices of its flagship 53% vol 500ml Feitian […]

MADRID – Zamora Company, the family-owned Spanish spirits and wine group behind global icons such as Licor 43 and Ramón Bilbao, has released its sixth annual Conscious Company report, detailing a year of significant environmental progress. Despite a challenging fiscal landscape that saw the company’s first sales dip after years of record-breaking growth, the group […]