Suntory Global Spirits will combine its operational teams at Islay whisky distilleries Bowmore and Laphroaig to a single team as part of long-term production planning.

Alcohol duty in the UK fell year-on-year by £285 million according to statistics released by HM Revenue and Customs.

Hendrick’s Gin has announced the release of Another Hendrick’s, the first new permanent addition to its line up in nine years.

French spirits group Pernod Ricard has reported a disappointing slide in sales during the first half of fiscal 2026, driven by continuing struggles in the US and China.

Tejo Wines has announced the recognition of the region’s fourth terroir, Serras, following a regional soil study completed in 2025. 

Freixenet sparkling wine has entered the spirits category with the launch of a new aperitif.

Registration has officially opened for Hennessy MyWay, a global cocktail challenge that celebrates bartending with a conscience.

Brewdog has announced the appointment of AlixPartners to restructure the company for sale following more than a £35m loss in 2025 and totalling -£148m since 2019.

Non-profit organisation, the OurWhisky Foundation, has opened applications for the 2026 edition of its personal and professional development course for women in whisky, the Atonia Programme.

Heineken will cut up to 6,000 jobs over the next two years, amounting to nearly 7% of its global workforce. 

Tim Etherington-Judge, founder of Healthy Hospo and co-founder of Avallen Spirits, has announced the launch of Alkatera, a digital sustainability tool for the drinks industry.

It’s a familiar story – Trinidad giant Angostura maintains its dominance as the go-to in an overwhelming number of bars

Altamura Distilleries is accelerating its US expansion with further nationwide distribution.