Sales of spirits will contribute to "slow but steady growth" in the global beverage market over the next 12-18 months, although emerging economies are predicted to slow down in the period.   Global consumer preferences for premium brands, as well as innovative...

Sales of spirits will contribute to "slow but steady growth" in the global beverage market over the next 12-18 months, although emerging economies are predicted to slow down in the period.   Global consumer preferences for premium brands, as well as innovative...

Distilled spirits dollar sales growth was largely-in line with historical trends in the most recent four-week period, with revenues +4.4% and volumes +2.4%. Bourbon's outperformance continued, though a modest deceleration was evident, as vodka trends improved some....

Diageo Australia managing director Tim Salt says Coles' liquor fortunes are on the rise.   The managing director of Diageo Australia, which sells brands including Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff and Bundaberg Rum, believes Coles will eventually be able to reinvigorate...

"Two US drinks producers have joined Diageo in criticising the official definition of Tennessee whiskey, claiming it is "bad for Tennessee's economy" and "violates the US Constitution".   A row between UK drinks giant Diageo and US group Brown-Forman, owner of...

More than a dozen Virginia distilleries are asking Gov. Terry McAuliffe to nix a plan to raise prices at state-owned liquor stores. Earlier this month, McAuliffe directed the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to increase liquor prices as part of a move to close...

The liquor industry in Arkansas is in a civil war of sorts over a proposed constitutional amendment on the Nov. 4 general election ballot that has seen almost $2 million poured into having Arkansans decide whether they want local option rights or liquor.  ...

Austria has created a three-tier quality pyramid for its emergent sparkling wine sector to improve its reputation and help consumers to better understand the category.  ...

Complexity or a car crash? The use of oak when vinifying Sauvignon Blanc proved one of the most contentious areas of discussion in The Drinks Business Sauvignon Blanc Masters.   Barrells-640x467Held earlier this month in London, the tasting saw almost 150...