Douglas Laing launches first single malt
Independent bottler Douglas Laing & Co has entered the single malt market with the launch of its non-age statement Strathearn single malt.
Cask Whisky Association launches to protect reputation of Scotch
The Cask Whisky Association (CWA) has launched to create a safe environment for whisky enthusiasts and customers to buy and sell casks.
Proof Creative, the bar and beverage consultancy arm of the Asia Pacific-based independent spirits distributor Proof & Co, has launched its 20 Pillar Plan as an online resource.
Kleine Zalze hatches independents plan
South African wine estate Kleine Zalze has signalled its intention to target the independent retailing channel in the UK by moving its entire portfolio of wines to Hatch Mansfield.
Brintex optimistic despite LIWF absentees
Events firm Brintex has voiced optimism ahead of this year’s London International Wine Fair (LIWF) and Distil despite the absences of Pernod Ricard, Percy Fox (Diageo’s UK wine division) and PLB.
Comolli resigns from Pernod board
Jean-Dominique Comolli has resigned from the board of directors at Pernod Ricard.
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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.
