Tequila is in vogue. And its rise in popularity can be very much attributed to the bartenders and brand ambassadors who have educated consumers about its finer qualities, demonstrating that there’s more to it than just slammers and sombreros. With any popular spirit comes new and improved ways to sell it, drink it and enjoy … Continued
After four years as President and CEO of Pernod Ricard USA, Bryan Fry has returned home to take on the challenge of driving the strategic direction and distribution for the wine and spirits business in Australia and New Zealand. A local boy with a background in agricultural science and viticultural operations, Fry fell into a … Continued
The popular premixed cocktail, Vodka O, is now available with Traditional Lemonade & A Squeeze of Lime in a 330ml can. The beverage combines Vodka O with a traditional-style of lemonade, which is then finished with a savoury, natural lime flavour. The new variant has around 30 per cent fewer calories than other leading premixed … Continued
Former spirit industry professional Eddie Brook and the award-winning Scottish distiller Jim McEwan have left the city life for the sleepy retreat of Byron Bay to set up their own distillery and create a premium spirit that promotes sustainability for the local rainforest. Many in the industry will recognise Brook from his days at SouthTrade and … Continued
BACARDÍ has released the second episode of its three-part video series, Party Talks, which explores the state of Australian nightlife in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, shining a light on what keeps the country’s key cultural curators going and up at night. Watch the Brisbane ‘Party Talks’ here. The latest episode was shot around the recent House of Bacardi party … Continued
Canadian Club has announced the continuation of its partnership with the Australian Open as the official spirit and exclusive dark spirit. To celebrate, the Canadian Club Racquet Club will be making it way across the country with NSW and QLD also on the map this year.Last year the activation was placed Last year the activation … Continued
Family-owned Australian distributor of premium spirits and liqueurs Think Spirits has recently launched its own fresh fig liqueur, a landmark event for the company. Esprit de Figues is a brand that the Think Spirits team, lead by Managing Director Patrick Borg, created from scratch. Inspired by Borg’s Mediterranean heritage, Esprit de Figues has been crafted from … Continued
Natalie Fryar, previously sparkling winemaker for Jansz Tasmania, is now the proud owner of her own gin brand in the southern state. Setting up shop permanently in Tasmania, Fryar has partnered with co-owner and new business partner, Kim Seagram, to launch The Abel Gin Company. Fryar and Seagram are currently making the gin using their own … Continued
Chivas Regal has released its first-ever blended malt Scotch whisky, Ultis, which honours both the Speyside region and former and current Master Blenders. The whisky is a blend of five signature single malts from five areas of Speyside in Scotland – from Tormore to Longmorn, Strathisla, Allt A’Bhainne and Braeval. Chivas’ unique blending team selected … Continued
Bacardí Legacy announced its national finalists, dubbed the Three Most Promising, at the Semi-Final cocktail party held at Deus Bar + Kitchen in Sydney last night. Dave Kerr from The Beaufort & Ike’s in Victoria, Joshua O’Brien from The Bowery in Queensland and Ryan Snedden from The Lobo Plantation in New South Wales have triumphed … Continued