Campari will begin the marketing and distribution of Braulio and Cynar in Australia over the next few months. The take up of the two premium Italian bitters in Campari Australia’s portfolio follows Gruppo Campari’s global acquisition of Fratelli Averna S.p.A. (Averna Group) last year. Both bitters/digestifs are traditionally served neat or on the rocks, and … Continued
Hendrick’s Gin has committed to a year-long sponsorship of two of Tasmania’s major art festivals, both hosted by the Museum of New and Old Art (MONA) in Hobart. The announcement comes as an extension of their recent involvement in Dark Mofo – the museum’s “debaucherous” winter festival, best known for presenting a hedonistic mix of … Continued
The Glenlivet has released The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve – a new SKU that will become a permanent benchmark expression in the brand’s core range. The announcement has come in the wake of an unparalleled year of growth for the brand, with similar newly introduced (but limited-availability) expressions thought to be an underpinning of the success. … Continued
With only one week left of Tequila Herradura’s 12-week incentive program in Australia, multi-venue bar and restaurant Mejico, located in both Miranda and Sydney is running the last of its tequila master classes, aiming to re-educate consumers on the versatility of tequila and win a once in a lifetime trip to Mexico in July. Partnering … Continued
Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay, visited the Laphroaig Distillery last week to celebrate its 200th anniversary. Owned by Beam Suntory, Laphroaig is the only Single Malt Scotch Whisky to bear a Royal Warrant – a mark of recognition to those who supply goods or services to the Royal Households. Prince Charles is the third Duke … Continued
Beam Suntory has released Hibiki Japanese Harmony in Australia this week – a modern recreation of one of the House’s original blends. First distilled in 1989 to commemorate House of Suntory’s 90 year anniversary, Hibiki epitomises Suntory founder, Shinjiro Torii’s vision of creating a truly Japanese whisky – subtle, refined, yet complex – a whisky … Continued
Previously distributed by Bacardi Lion, island2island Beverage Company has now secured the rights to Distell’s Amarula Cream Liqueur in Australia. The two already have a strong relationship in Australia with island2island managing Distell’s Burn Stewart Scotch portfolio. Sam Martin, Regional Business Manager for Distell comments: “Distell’s strategy to consolidate and focus has led to the … Continued
Sydney Wine Academy has announced the launch of a new Level 3 Sake course as part of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) program. The course is the first of its kind in Australia and will be headed by Yukino Ochiai – Director of Déjà vu Sake Company and the only person qualified in … Continued
Molly, in Canberra, is currently representing its state as the only bar from the ACT taking part in Tequila Herradura’s 12-week incentive program, running across Australia until early July. Also the newest 1920s-style speakeasy (and arguably one of the best) to join the city’s bar scene, Molly’s owners Lorenzo Focarile, Dean Brown and Antony Arena have been working closely with Brown-Forman recently … Continued
Earlier this week, Palm House in Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens provided the unique backdrop for the latest event in Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Singular Moments Series. Usually only open to members of the public during the day, Palm House provided the perfect setting for guests to be taken through several immersive whiskey tasting masterclasses, each … Continued