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Interview: Advancing indigenous representation in the spirits industry
Interview: Justin Stiefel, CEO of Heritage Distilling Co, discusses the steps taken to establish Oregon’s first tribally-owned distillery.
Feb 18, 2025


Suntory Spirits enhances gin production with £34m investment in Osaka plant
Suntory Spirits is investing ¥6.5B (£34M) in its Osaka plant, a key hub for spirits like its flagship, The Japanese Craft Gin Roku.
Feb 18, 2025


Diageo sells Cacique rum brand to Bardinet
Diageo has finalised the sale of its Venezuelan rum brand, Cacique, to Bardinet, a player in the Spanish spirits market.
Jan 24, 2025


Should alcoholic beverages carry cancer warning labels? US Surgeon General urges action
In a 2025 health advisory, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has called for cancer risk warnings to be displayed on alcoholic beverages.
Jan 6, 2025


Synergy adds new rum flavours to portfolio
Synergy Flavours has added a new rum flavour range to its portfolio, suitable for both alcoholic and ‘low and no’ products.
Dec 4, 2024


New Kay Sake aims to put ‘contemporary spin’ on traditional Japanese beverage
A new sake brand, Kay Sake, is launching in the UK, aiming to blend 'Eastern tradition with Western style'.
Nov 28, 2024


Heineken to bring local production to Dubai with ‘Gulf’s largest’ brewery
Sirocco, a JV between Heineken and Maritime and Mercantile International, has revealed plans to build a brewery in Dubai, UAE.
Nov 28, 2024


Anheuser-Busch boosts economic growth with $14m investment in Houston
Anheuser-Busch has announced plans to invest $14m in its brewery in Houston, Texas, US, where it produces beverages such as Budweiser.
Nov 21, 2024


Baileys expands chocolate truffle line ahead of festive season
Baileys has announced the launch of two new truffle varieties in the UK, aiming to capture consumer interest during the festive season.
Nov 15, 2024


James May debuts vegan gin with unique mushroom flavour profile
English television presenter James May has unveiled a new vegan addition to his gin brand, featuring mushrooms and patchouli.
Nov 14, 2024


Diageo unveils Diageo Luxury Group to elevate global spirits portfolio
Diageo has formed the Diageo Luxury Group, a new division that will unite its high-end spirits and brand experiences under one umbrella.
Nov 13, 2024


Aldi boosts sustainability with beers made from food waste
Aldi has launched two new beers made from wasted bread and ‘wonky’ fruit in a bid to help the supermarket reduce its food waste.
Nov 11, 2024
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