Drinks distributor Speciality Brands has signed an agreement with French spirits producer Distillerie de Grandmont to exclusively distribute the brand’s expressions in the UK from this month.

Bushmills has appointed Alex Thomas as master blender at The Old Bushmills Distillery working across the entire portfolio and product development.

Asahi Group Holdings has announced that Asahi Super Dry will be the official beer for the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France.

AB Inbev has turned to gamification in a bid to whip up a passion for beer among younger generations of drinkers.

English wines have come of age – Georg Riedel has chosen suitable stemware for their wines.

Carlos Santana has become joint owner of Casa Noble tequila in Mexico.

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