What are the new wine trends to look out for in 2025?
Staying abreast of incoming wine trends will keep your offering credible and in line with ever changing customer expectations, says Neil McAndrew – wine industry consultant and advisor to the EU’s ‘More Than Only Food and Drink’ campaign. The world of wine is evolving at a frantic pace and understanding changing consumer habits, as well …
CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY FOR HOSPITALITY THIS YEAR
Has the soggy summer weather convinced Brits to start planning Christmas early? Latest insight from leading hospitality technology partner Zonal, reveals that bookings for Christmas 2024 are up by 54%, compared to this point in 2023.Over half of the bookings (52%) that have already been made for this coming December are for Christmas Day itself, compared …
Launch of York Zero heralds summer of alcohol-free G&Ts
York Gin’s owners have launched a zero-alcohol spirit called York Zero. Juniper is one of its key flavours – just like gin. So they say York Zero is ideal for a non-alcoholic G&T, which they call the Z&T. York Zero is made in partnership with fellow Yorkshire makers and gold-award winners zero-alcohol specialists Bax Botanics. …
Innovation Premium Brands S.L. kick off ambitious growth plansÂ
 Innovation Premium Brands S.L. kick off ambitious growth plans with the appointment of a new Managing Director to coincide with significant investment in a confident move to grow their Alkkemist Gin and Vodka brands global footprint. Innovation Premium Brands SL owner of Alkkemist Gin and Unkkoded Vodka announce the appointment of James Le Grys as …
European spirit TOVARITCH! Vodka lands listing in Carrefour Turkey
The European spirits brand, TOVARITCH! Vodka, has launched in Turkey, bringing the number of countries where this brand is enjoyed to twenty-four. TOVARITCH! Vodka has gained a significant listing in 46 Carrefour Gourmet Concept stores in high end neighbourhoods. The Swiss based brand owner signed a distribution deal with Turkish distribution agency, Pasaeli, over three years’ ago. …
MOUNT GAY AND BRITISH AIRWAYS TOAST 70 YEARS OF SERVICE TO BARBADOS
This April, Mount Gay is proud to offer British Airways’ customers a taste of Barbados as they raise a glass to 70 years of flights to and from the island. Mount Gay is the oldest running rum distillery in the world, established in 1703 and crowning Barbados as the birthplace of rum. Its the sun-kissed …
The influence of alcohol on students during studies
Student’s life is associated not only with hard studying and opening new horizons but also with wasting time for fun and parties. Unfortunately, alcohol is one of the typical features of this joyful side of a student’s life. Moderate drinking might not cause great harm. However, the problem is that students are mostly young people …
NEW DATA REVEALS HOSPITALITY OUTLETS COULD SAVE A WEEK IN TIME EVERY MONTH BY SWITCHING TO ONLINE BOOKING SYSTEMS
With just 12 weeks until Christmas Day, sales and event management platform, Tripleseat, has commissioned research looking at the behaviours and attitudes in hospitality when it comes to events management. 2022 was a bumper year for events in Q4 with a median revenue increase of 41%, demonstrating the size of the opportunity for venues across …
BRITVIC TAPS INTO LUCRATIVE COCKTAIL OPPORTUNITY WITH A RANGE OF CLASSIC COCKTAIL MIXERS
Britvic is expanding its iconic range of mixers and juices with the launch of three new Cocktail Mixers that tap into the increasing demand for elevated serves that also deliver on great taste. The move will help bartenders prepare perfect drinks every time, with only the addition of the chosen spirit needed to mix up …
Introducing INTUNE CBD drinks
Introducing INTUNE CBD drinks, founded by female start-up Hannah Glasson, Spirits Award Winning, INTUNE are made with the highest quality ingredients and infused with pure CBD, a natural compound that promotes relaxation and balance. With a range of delicious flavours to choose from, including Pomegranate & Ginger, Grapefruit & Mint and Elderflower & Hops there’s a flavour for everyone. …
