It’s been something of a month in gin terms. It kicked off with the International Spirits Challenge gin tasting. Chaired by Beefeater master distiller Desmond Payne this was indeed something of a ‘challenge’, with no fewer than 58 gins to slurp, taste and rate...
“We never thought we’d actually win it”: Lab 22’s Max Hayward on having the world’s best cocktail menu
17 August, 2022
As the submission deadline approaches for the World’s 50 Best Bars Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu, Drinks International sat down with Lab 22 head bartender Max Hayward to reflect on what the accolade has meant for the bar.
Wimbledon Brewery launches debut gin
06 July, 2021
London’s Wimbledon Brewery has taken its first steps into gin production with the unveiling of Wimbledon Garden Gin.
Smirnoff goes for Gold
26 September, 2011
Diageo has launched a cinnamon spiced vodka in travel retail.
Diageo opens discussions to acquire half of Zacapa
29 November, 2010
Diageo has initiated discussions to take over 50% of Guatemalan rum brand Zacapa.