Laphroaig veteran John Campbell joins Lochlea Distillery
Single malt whisky distiller, John Campbell, has joined the independent family-owned Lochlea Distillery as its new production director.
Diageo unveils a new Johnnie Walker blend
Diageo has launched the John Walker & Sons Odyssey, a new Johnnie Walker blend which is being rolled out initially in the Asia Pacific region.
Life after Cooley for John L Sullivan
Georgetown Trading is looking for new Irish whiskey suppliers for its John L Sullivan brand following Beam’s decision not to renew contracts between Cooley Distillery and third-party brands.
Consultancy firm hires former Bacardi chief
Global business consultancy McKinney Rogers has appointed a former Bacardi USA president to its board.
New Johnnie Walker whisky to celebrate Queen’s accession
An especially crafted blend of rare malt and grain scotch whiskies, distilled in and maturing since 1952, is being bottled today to celebrate the Queen’s accession to the British throne 60 ago today.
Russian Standard appoints Palatella in the US
Russian Standard Vodka, which claims to be Russia’s number one premium vodka, has announced the appointment of John Palatella as executive vice president of sales & distribution for the US.
Halewood International founder dies
John Halewood of Halewood International has died. He passed away on October 15.
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Ben Branson on the future of non-alc spirits
In his inaugural column for Drinks International, Branson takes a wider look at the overall non-alcoholic spirits sector to identify which brands will thrive and which won’t survive.
