19+ hour, 26+ min ago  (1163+ words) With producers, retailers, importers and hospitality all under pressure, the industry needs government to make life as easy as possible. Chris Losh canvassed opinion across the trade to find out what existing legislation they would change and why. Chris Davis,…...

19+ hour, 51+ min ago  (532+ words) The latest sparkling wine report from trade fair Pro Wein suggests that Cr'mant is reaching a crescendo as Champagne falters. db picks out the biggest trends in fizz. Champagne's trend of decline continues as consumers continue to turn to cheaper…...

21+ hour, 32+ min ago  (294+ words) German alcohol-free spirits brand Undone joins hands with beverage strategist Nimbility to ride the no and low alcoholic beverage wave across Asia-Pacific. German non-alcoholic spirits company Undone takes on Asia-Pacific by tapping the expertise of beverage brand strategist Nimbility. No…...

19+ hour, 40+ min ago  (430+ words) From wine tastings and Champagne launches to charity celebrations, Provence ros, Peruvian flavours and football watch parties, this week's pictures capture how the drinks sector has been soaking up the sunshine. "The Return of Wino' brought PIWOSA to Quo Vadis,…...

19+ hour, 45+ min ago  (767+ words) China's alcoholic drinks market is transforming, with younger consumers, home drinking and on-demand delivery replacing business banquets and corporate entertainment as the key drivers of sales, according to new analysis from drinks market research firm IWSR. For much of the…...

20+ hour, 8+ min ago  (504+ words) Riverdance mastermind Michael Flatley has revealed the fine wine and super cars that made the physical toil on his body during two decades" of gruelling dance tours worth it. At the height of Michael Flatley"s fame, the dancer"s…...

22+ hour, 23+ min ago  (341+ words) Hatch Mansfield has announced changes to its senior leadership team, with Patrick Mc Grath MW set to become chairman and managing director Ben Knollys leaving the business after 24 years. Hatch Mansfield has announced a planned evolution of its senior leadership…...

22+ hour, 28+ min ago  (554+ words) Whether sipping in the city or enjoying cocktails in the country, Wild Idol's summer partnerships ensure that the UK's top venues have a naturally alcohol-free serve. Even before July got underway, 2026 had proved itself to be an unusually sweltering summer....

23+ hour, 34+ min ago  (392+ words) As pubs face one of the busiest trading periods of the year, industrial hose supplier Flextech says breweries are placing greater emphasis on maintaining beer quality during periods of high demand. Major sporting tournaments are prompting breweries to focus on…...

1+ day, 14+ min ago  (476+ words) From Asti to New Zealand, The Global Sparkling Masters attracts a broad spectrum of styles " plenty to keep our judges happy, reports Patricia Stefanowicz MW. THE GLOBAL Sparkling Masters 2026 competition was as diverse and intriguing as ever. Although seemingly dominated…...