Pernod Ricard has “reinforced its commitment and ambition to its American Whiskey portfolio” by establishing a new Global Brand Company in the USA, North American Distillers (NADL). The new specialized business will be helmed by Richard Black, a seasoned Pernod Ricard executive with 23 years of leadership in whiskey and cognac, including time at Chivas Brothers and…
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Independent distiller, Loch Lomond Whiskies, has unveiled a new 50-year-old single malt, the latest addition to the brand’s premium portfolio. A whisky five decades in the making, Loch Lomond 50 Year Old is drawn from Loch Lomond Distillery’s oldest reserves and is exclusively limited to 100 individually-numbered bottles worldwide. Distilled in 1973 in the…
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Family-owned specialist drinks importer, distributor, and retailer, Amathus Drinks presents The Gardener Gin, the latest collaboration from Brad Pitt and the Perrin Family, created in partnership with the gin legend Tom Nichol, one of the world’s pre-eminent Master Distillers. An ode to the French Riviera, The Gardener Gin is vibrant and complex, with a smooth texture and…
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Pernod Ricard has rolled-out the first Responsible Host Certification program in the spirits industry, an initiative the company said underscores its commitment to excellence in consumer experience and responsible consumption in all its public-facing ‘Brand Homes’. Pernod Ricard brand homes are homes where visitors can explore the rich heritage, meticulous craftsmanship, and exceptional quality of…
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Scotland Food & Drink, the leadership organisation for the nation’s food and drink industry, has announced the launch of a pilot training programme designed to enhance bookable tourism experiences for food and drink businesses nationwide. Seeking to recruit 50 food and drink businesses, the programme is designed to address the challenges faced by Scottish producers…
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Kammac has secured a three-year contract with a trending premium vodka brand. As part of this agreement, the client has moved a core part of their UK supply chain operations to Kammac’s Manchester Trafford Park site. With over 32 years of experience as an on-site logistics provider to a major international brewery, Kammac has built long-standing relationships…
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The Outer Hebridean distillery behind the award-winning Isle of Harris Gin, Isle of Harris Distillery has announced the release of its latest addition to their gin range – a limited-edition Harris Cèilidh Bottle inspired by the island’s summer wildflowers. Handcrafted by ceramicist Rupert Blamire, the Harris Cèilidh Bottle holds 350ml of Isle of Harris Gin,…
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With searches for “mocktail” up 19% YoY (Google Trends: (25 June – 1 July 2023 compared to 23 – 29 June 2024)). Harrogate Spring Water has created a new mocktail for the summer, the ‘Lemon Royale Spritz’. Described as perfect for sipping in the summer sunshine, this deliciously delicate spritz includes notes of rhubarb, citrus and…
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Michter’s Distillery is to release its Legacy Series, which comprises Shenk’s Homestead Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey and Bomberger’s Declaration Kentucky Straight Bourbon, this July. Each release of Shenk’s and each release of Bomberger’s has differed from those of previous years. “While there is some continuity from year to year, our production team makes creative adjustments…
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Scottish distiller Tomatin has revealed three new expressions from The Antiquary as it relaunches the brand with a bold new look and vision. Following in the footsteps of The Antiquary’s founders, J&W Hardie, who were known for being innovative for their time, the latest releases focus on flavours that appeal to modern drinkers while reflecting the…
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