Diageo has officially opened its new Littleconnell Brewery in County Kildare, Ireland representing an investment of almost €300 million. 

Illva Saronno Holding has rebranded into Disaronno Group as it looks to strengthen its global presence.

London-based spirits company Hoxton has launched in California, marking its first move into the US and a major step in its international expansion.

C&C Group plc has announced it will bring together Matthew Clark and Bibendum to form a single, integrated route‑to‑market proposition, Matthew Clark Bibendum (MCB). 

The Ada Coleman Project, the global advocacy initiative dedicated to advancing women and non-binary professionals in the drinks industry, has announced the launch of its Mentorship Lounge in collaboration with Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.

Diageo has launched a new line of 100ml canned RTD cocktails in the US as part of ‘The Cocktail Collection’.

Diageo reported moderate growth in its fiscal third quarter, with strong performances in beer, RTDs and emerging markets helping to offset continued weakness in North American spirits.

Donald Trump will be lifting tariffs on whisky from the UK, the US president said yesterday via Truth Social.

UK-based tonic, mixer and soft drinks brand, Franklin & Sons, is furthering its distribution in the Baltics, as it announces a new partnership with Lithuanian-based MV Group Distribution.

Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila brand has received an undisclosed investment from US-based spirits company Sazerac.

Taken from our 2026 Cocktail Report, this latest edition of our bestselling classics list is the result of a poll of award-nominated or award-winning bars from around the world.

Global Brands has acquired low-calorie, gluten-free beer and cider brand, Skinny Brands for an undisclosed sum.

The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has celebrated the achievements of its latest cohort of Level 4 Diploma in Wines graduates at its annual graduation ceremony and prize reception in London on 27 April.