Spirits Business
Spirits Business Awards 2026: Last Chance to Enter Before Deadline
TL;DR The Spirits Business Awards 2026 closes for entries in less than 24 hours, giving whisky producers, distilleries, and independent bottlers a final
Japanese & World
Indian Malt Whisky Association Launches Hologram Certification for Single Malts
TL;DR The Indian Malt Whisky Association has launched a hologram-based mark of authenticity for single malts that meet its defined standards. The scheme aims to strengthen buyer
Japanese & World
Taiwanese Whisky in 2026: 5 Distilleries Proving It Goes Beyond Kavalan
TL;DR Taiwan's whisky industry in 2026 extends well beyond Kavalan, with Omar and Maoweiki leading a growing cohort of producers exploiting
Spirits Business
Local Spirits Brand Champions 2026: Soju, Baijiu and Raki Lead
TL;DR Soju, baijiu, raki and cachaça each produced dominant brand champions in 2026, reinforcing how local spirits categories shape global drinking volumes. For
Industry & Markets
Diageo Plans 150 Job Cuts in Ireland Amid Restructuring Drive
TL;DR Diageo has proposed approximately 150 job cuts across its Ireland business as part of a wider global restructuring programme. The move signals
Bourbon & American
California Winemakers Expanding Into Whiskey and Beer in 2026
TL;DR A wave of prominent California winemakers is expanding into whiskey distilling and craft beer, citing transferable fermentation skills and receptive premium audiences.
Japanese & World
7 Best Value World Whiskies From The San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026
TL;DR Seven bottles from countries including Argentina and South Korea took best-value honours at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026, extending award