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How brands can capitalize on rum's renaissance

By Graeme Offord, creative director (Sydney), Denomination

The rum industry is in the midst of a renaissance. But while these are exciting times for rum brands, many are missing out because they aren’t changing with the times, writes Graeme Offord, creative director (Sydney) of drinks design agency Denomination

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Is Champagne still the top drink for celebrations?

By Stuart Bond, Director of UK distributor, Beyond Wines

Champagne has long been a symbol of luxury, celebration and indulgence. The industry has weathered significant challenges: from economic downturns to changing consumer habits and preferences. But Champagne's current availability issues and price...

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Austrian wines reach export high

By Rachel Arthur

Austria’s wine industry has achieved its highest export figures by value – and winemakers will continue to focus on premiumization moving forward, says the country’s wine marketing board.

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Scotch whisky exports reach new high

By Rachel Arthur

Post-pandemic restocking, the return of Global Travel Retail and premiumization trends all helped global exports of Scotch whisky reach £6.2bn ($7.6bn) in 2022.

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What’s next in RTD coffee?

By Rachel Arthur

Gen Z consumers are more likely to drink RTD coffee than hot coffee – and as brands respond, the category is expanding and developing. We explore what’s trending in RTD coffee – and where the category could go next.

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Diageo to acquire Don Papa Rum

By Rachel Arthur

Diageo will acquire Don Papa Rum, a super-premium dark rum from the Philippines, for up to €437.5m ($473m).

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guest article

Why are wine miniatures a fast-growing format?

By Alex Green, co-founder, Beyond Wines

From being ‘cute’ to helping manage consumption, the miniature wine format is growing in popularity with consumers. Alex Green, co-founder of wine distributor Beyond Wines and creator of premium wine brand Liquid Diamond, takes a look what makes the format...

Diageo invests in The Oxford Artisan Distillery

Diageo invests in The Oxford Artisan Distillery

By Rachel Arthur

Diageo has made a minority investment in The Oxford Artisan Distillery, an ultra-premium English rye whisky producer ‘seeking to revolutionize farming practices in the category’.

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Constellation Brands divests wine brands to The Wine Group

By Rachel Arthur

Constellation Brands is divesting a portion of its mainstream and premium wine portfolio - including Cooper & Thief, Crafters Union, The Dreaming Tree, Monkey Bay, 7 Moons, and Charles Smith Wines - to The Wine Group.