Sam Paget Steavenson created aperitif-inspired botanical drink Botivo with high-end occasions in mind (his background in events saw him create drinks for The Royal Wedding in 2018). Who better to ask what the secret to the ultimate non-alcoholic cocktail...
A new technique that takes a chemical fingerprint of gin in seconds could hold 'huge potential' for the industry: allowing producers to create better and more consistent gins; enable regulators to detect fraudulent products; and even help create...
Los Angeles brand OPTIMIST makes botanical spirits that are completely free from alcohol, and this month debuts its first RTD canned cocktail. In our series on innovators in the low/no alcohol industry, co-founder Lisa Farr Johnstone tells us about the...
A total of 23 trade bodies have called for the swift approval of the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, which will make it easier to export EU agri-food products including key dairy commodities to Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay and vice versa.
Beer is booming for Constellation Brands: but the picture is less rosy when it comes to its wine and spirits division. The company is confident, however, in its strategy to focus on the luxury and premium segments.
The growth in alcohol e-commerce is slowing after a pandemic boom: but that doesn’t mean the channel is losing its importance. Rather, digital interactions are going to become all the more important for both consumers and brands moving forward.
Diageo and circular economy tech company ecoSPIRITS are taking their reusable spirits packaging partnership global: turning to the ‘lower carbon, lower waste’ tech for Gordan’s, Captain Morgan and Smirnoff.
Releasing its fifth annual Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report this month, the spirits giant highlights the key trends that will redefine cocktail culture and the spirits business in 2024.
Bacardi has announced the successful completion of the world’s first commercial production of glass spirits bottles fueled by hydrogen, in a trial that took place earlier this month.
The European Parliament has adopted its position on new EU packaging rules: which could see a raft of long-term changes for drinks packaging. The reaction from the European alcohol industry is mixed.
St-Rémy – a proudly French brandy that’s enjoying global success – has revealed its latest limited edition: St-Rémy Finished in Calvados Casks. And this latest launch represents exactly what the House stands for: an intriguing blend of tradition and innovation,...
The RTD alcohol category is expected to grow by +12% in volume between 2022 and 2027, hitting $40bn by 2027 across 10 key markets, according to new data from IWSR Drinks Market Analysis. As the category matures, premiumization will be a key driver moving...
Diageo has announced two regenerative agriculture programs across its tequila and scotch brands: focused on reducing carbon emissions of farming barley, wheat and agave.
Diageo has launched a new partnership lab, called Fusion by Diageo, which will bring in innovators to ‘co-develop the next generation of digital products that will elevate consumer experiences’.
Molson Coors says it has achieved the aims of its 2019 Revitalization Plan: now it wants to refine that strategy to accelerate growth. From digital transformation to ‘aggressive premiumization’, here’s how it’s going to do that.
Beam Suntory will establish its own route-to-market strategy in France with the launch of Beam Suntory France in January 2024: with a team across sales, marketing and corporate functions supporting the in-market commercial business.
Glass remains by far the most dominant packaging format for wine and spirits. But it's heavy to transport, creating concerns over carbon emissions. Will consumers accept the innovations trying to offer more sustainable packaging formats?
You'd be forgiven for thinking they are two very different categories: but spirits brands can learn a lot from how coffee brands have built up rituals and experiences, writes Zander Corbin from creative and brand consultancy BLVR in this guest article.
Hamada Syuzou recently launched its craft gin that introduces local botanicals to its traditional alcoholic beverage range, and says that high-quality ingredients alongside its product versatility can drive greater global appreciation for Japanese-made...
BrewDog Distilling Co is ‘on a mission to create a world-renowned Scottish spirits brand’: having announced a new portfolio, new distillery, and new CEO. The brand tells us how it intends to create ‘some serious tidal waves’ in the craft spirits industry.
What’s trending in the US spirits scene this summer? Sean Eckhardt, Senior Vice President of US Sales at Bacardi, tells us how the company is tracking continued growth in tequila, RTDs and rum.
Volume growth in the global beverage alcohol market is expected to slow to +1% per annum over 2022-2027, according to the latest analysis from IWSR. India, Mexico and Brazil are expected to take over from the US and China as volume growth drivers.
spiritsEurope and wine industry organization Comité Européen des Entreprises Vins (CEEV) have submitted formal complaints asking the European Commission to open an infringement procedure against Ireland for allegedly 'breaching EU law' with...
Pernod Ricard will acquire Código 1530 and its range of ultra-premium and prestige tequilas: in a move to strengthen and diversify its portfolio of trending agave drinks.
What’s piquing the attention of BeverageDaily readers? There’s a lot of interest in the growing low to no alcohol market – whether that’s stocking supermarket shelves or catering for non-drinkers at events. Meanwhile, readers are keen to keep up with...
Tequila, mezcal and whiskey are booming in the on-premise. John Barrett, Chief Commercial Officer at Pernod Ricard USA, looks at the trends as the channel continues to recover from the pandemic.
Smallholder farmers are highly vulnerable to weather changes and water scarcity, leading Diageo to launch a fund for innovations which promise to lessen and monitor the impact of water and climate crises on such farms in Africa.
Non-alcoholic spirit brand Seedlip believes that the strength of new product discovery as well as health and wellness trends in the Asia Pacific region are key industry drivers that are set to propel the sector to new heights, especially in Singapore.
Tequila volumes are expected to grow at a CAGR of 7% between 2021 and 2026: far exceeding 2% growth in global spirits volumes. So how is this market going to evolve?
