Nicola Carruthers

Volume sales of spirits in Australia’s on-trade fell by 8.1% in the year to 26 March 2024, driven by a decline for gin. Gin sales in Australia fell by 8.9%

Irish whiskey brand Neit will sponsor the new Bartender of the Year category at The Spirits Business Awards 2024.

After three years in development, Cazcabel Tequila’s new £37 million (US$46.7m) distillery has begun production.

Bar operator Nightcap is planning to delist from the London Stock Exchange to pursue consolidation at a faster pace and lower cost.

Scottish spirits firm Edrington saw revenue rise by 11% in the year to 31 March 2024, led by double-digit gains for The Macallan.

Kendall Jenner’s 818 was the number one premium Tequila brand in China, according to IWSR data. Kendall Jenner founded 818 Tequila in May 2021

There was a mixed performance among the major local spirits players in 2023, however some brands managed to hit new milestones.

After ceasing production in 1983, Scotch whisky distillery Dallas Dhu will reopen under new management.

Award-winning bar The Dead Rabbit has opened its second site in Texas instead of New Orleans, with plans to expand into Washington DC and Boston next year.

The UK drinks industry is calling on the new Labour government to work more collaboratively with the sector, cut alcohol taxes and implement action swiftly in support of hospitality.