South Africa removes all restrictions on alcohol sales
Ahead of New Years Eve celebrations, South Africa ended restrictions on the sale of alcohol that have been in place since 27 March 2020.
Focus on India: pandemic could usher in lasting change
India, one of the largest spirits consuming and producing countries in the world, has never had it easy when it comes to the matter of alcohol.
Lebanese winery Ixsir gears up for export drive
Lebanese wine producer Ixsir is ramping up its focus on exports after the domestic market was hit by a double whammy of hyperinflation and Covid-19.
Wine Tourism Awards results announced
Wine Country Ontario won Best Generic Wine Body at the Wine Tourism Awards 2013.
Chilean wine
Despite a strong peso, consumers are prepared to pay the price for quality Chilean wine. Christian Davis reports
Sparkling sparkles in US
US consumption of imported sparkling wine will reach new heights in 2012 due to the increased penetration of prosecco and cava, says Wine Intelligence.
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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.
