99 TURNS BACK TIME: US SHOT BRAND 99 LANDS IN THE UK WITH ‘THE 99 LIQUOR WHIP’ – AN ICE CREAM VAN UNI TOUR SHOOTING SHOTS, SOFT SERVE AND A LIVE COMEBACK FROM MILKY
From the group behind BuzzBallz and Fireball, cult US shot brand 99 is officially landing in the UK, and the first stop? Birmingham. Bringing unapologetically fun flavour experiences to university campuses this May, 99 is making its UK debut with The 99 Liquor Whip; a travelling 18+ ice cream van serving up playful nostalgia with an …
ILLVA SARONNO HOLDING BECOMESÂ DISARONNO GROUP
A strategic evolution that strengthens the Group’s global identity and enhances its three divisions—Spirits, Wines, and Ingredients — accompanied by sustained growth results: €370 million in turnover in 2025 (+3% compared to 2024) and an EBITDA of €51.4. Illva Saronno Holding announces its rebranding into DISARONNO GROUP, marking a strategic evolution designed to strengthen its global …
Winners announced at Springboard Awards for Excellence 2026, celebrating talent, opportunity and excellence across hospitality
Dishoom, Whitbread, The Savoy Hotel, BaxterStorey and IHG Hotels and Resorts were among the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2026 winners, crowned at Park Plaza, London Riverbank on Thursday 30 April. The sold-out event brought together hospitality operators, suppliers and industry leaders to celebrate excellence across 18 categories, recognising the talent, innovation and dedication driving the …
Disaronno International UK expands festival footprint with Tia Maria, Disaronno and Engine activations
DIUK continues to target Gen Z and millennial consumers at festivals Brand presence at Neighbourhood Weekender, Klarna presents Latitude Festival, Audi presents Wilderness and All Points East Disaronno International UK (DIUK) is expanding its presence in the 2026 UK festival season through new partnerships and significant investment with Neighbourhood Weekender, Klarna presents Latitude Festival, Audi …
THE UNCOMMON ENTERS BOTTLE FORMAT WITH LIGHTWEIGHT ENGLISH STILL WINES
English winemaker launches two 2025 vintage still wines for bars and restaurants The Uncommon, the B Corp winemaker known for pioneering English wine in can, is entering bottle format for the first time with the launch of two new still wines, created with the UK on-trade in mind. Launching this month through premium wine and …
Compass Box appoints Ivo van den Brand as CM0 to support next phase of consumer-focused global growth
Compass Box, the independent Scotch whiskymaker renowned for its creative and award-winning flavour-led whiskies, today formally announces the appointment of Ivo van den Brand as Chief Marketing Officer, as the company continues to strengthen its focus on consumer-centric growth and locally relevant brand building across global markets. Nishat Gupte, Compass Box CEO, says: “Ivo brings …
THREE BARS AWARDED 3 PINS IN THE PINNACLE GUIDE’S FIFTHANNOUNCEMENT, WITH 46 VENUES RECOGNISED IN TOTAL
The Pinnacle Guide – the global 1, 2 & 3 PIN recognition system for the world’s best cocktail bars – has announced the latest additions to its list, with 46 newly-recognised bars across all three PIN levels. For the first time since Lyaness in London was awarded 3 PIN status in October 2024, new bars …
The National Restaurant, Pub & Bar Show goes big on drinks with the launch of London Drinks Exchange
The National Restaurant, Pub & Bar Show (same organisers as Northern Restaurant & Bar) is raising a glass to its biggest drinks offering yet, with the launch of the London Drinks Exchange – a dedicated show bringing together the best in wine, beer, spirits, mixers, low and no, glassware, bar equipment, and more. The show …
North Highlands distillery is just the tonic for The Three Chimneys gin launchÂ
The Isle of Skye’s world-famous restaurant with rooms, The Three Chimneys, has teamed up with one of the UK’s most northerly distilleries to launch its own new gin brand. Over the last year, The Three Chimneys has been working with North Point Distillery in the far north Scottish Highlands to create its own label spirit …
Matthew & Camila McConaughey’s Award-Winning Pantalones Organic Tequila Raises a Glass to New Nationwide UK Listing with Marco Pierre White Restaurants
Pantalones Organic Tequila, co-founded by Matthew and Camila McConaughey, has secured a new listing with leading UK hospitality group Marco Pierre White Restaurants. Pantalones Organic Tequila Reposado and Blancois now available across 22 restaurant sites including Bristol, Birmingham and Durham, with signature cocktail, The Paloma with a Twist featuring on the drink’s menu. This fiery …
