http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?fid4ct=23193 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:29:00 EDT Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:44:00 EDT http://backend.userland.com/rss RapidFeeds v0.1 -- http://www.rapidfeeds.com The Drinks Report has been redesigned and relaunched – and the RSS feeds have also changed. To continue to receive topic specific news feeds from The Drinks Report please visit: www.thedrinksreport.com/rss. You can choose to receive all our drinks related news or you can create your own RSS feed by selecting any number of the topics listed. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/rss/ http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6959543 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 14:16:00 EDT Mixed Ape Drinks has a new range of premixed cocktails targeted at a young, trend-conscious audience. Packaged in Rexam Beverage Can’s 250ml Fusion aluminium bottles, the cocktails are positioned as “ready to enjoy” straight from the bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/mixnmatch.folder/full.0213_Mixed-Ape-Drinks-in%20Fusion-bottles.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6935604 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:08:00 EDT Diageo is launching a collection of Gordon’s flavoured gins. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits%202013/full.0213_Gordons-flavoured-gins.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6935603 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:07:00 EDT Good Time Beverages, the US producer of single-serve, RTD cocktails in re-sealable FlexPouches, has launched an Ultra Premium Vodka produced from American grain and four times distilled. The 40%abv product is packaged in 20cl pouches with an RRP of US$2.99 for a single pouch and US$11.99 for a four-pack. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6931170 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:01:00 EDT Beefeater Gin is to open London’s first gin distillery visitor centre at the distillery in Kennington later this year. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits%202013/full.0213_BeefeaterGin-creates-visitor-centre.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6931162 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 EDT Tom Bulleit, founder of the Bulleit Distilling Co producing small batch bourbons and rye whiskies which are now within the Diageo portfolio, has released his first 10 Years Old bourbon. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6931161 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 04:59:00 EDT Short Mountain Distillery’s Tennessee Moonshine, has had a redesign created by TricorBraun Design and Engineering, part of TricorBraun, a major provider of bottles and other rigid packaging components in the US. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/packaging.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6926746 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:54:00 EDT Skyy Vodka is to launch its first television advertising campaign in South Africa – an increasingly important market for the brand. Targeting "ambitious and style-conscious urbanites and young professionals", the campaign depicts Skyy Vodka in its cobalt blue bottle as “the drink of choice for the world’s most stylish party people”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0113%E2%80%93Skyy-TVadv-SA.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6926745 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:54:00 EDT The programme for the eighth World Whiskies Conference has been announced, focusing on the theme of Creativity: transforming inspiration into profit. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/Business%202013/full.0113_world-whiskies-conference-NY.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6926744 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:52:00 EDT After the ‘Shape your World’ campaign aimed at establishing Martell XO as an “ambassador of great achievers”, the brand has created a new platform – an uplifting film inviting viewers to ‘Rise Above’. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6926742 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:51:00 EDT The first criminal case in China against someone misusing the description 'Scotch Whisky' has been concluded. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/Business%202013/full.0113_Conviction-China-Fake-Scotch-Whisky.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6926740 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:51:00 EDT Last month, at a ceremony rich in tradition as befits a Livery company that was granted its Royal Charter in 1638 by Charles 1, Brian Morrison was installed as the Master of The Worshipful Company of Distillers for 2013. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919067 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:30:00 EDT Diageo will be re-launching its Tanqueray Malacca Gin in February in response to demand from bartenders around the world. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits%202013/full.0113_Tanqueray-Malacca-Gin-relaunched.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919066 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:28:00 EDT Bacardi has acquired St-Germain, the super-premium elderflower liqueur. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/Business%202013/full.0113_Barcardi-St-Germain-liqueur.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919063 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:27:00 EDT Bacardi has appointed Eric Kraus, 51, to a newly created role of senior VP chief communications and corporate affairs officer, responsible for corporate communications, external affairs, and corporate responsibility functions globally. He will join the company by January 28. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/business.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919062 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:26:00 EDT The Benevolent’s new chairman, Chris Porter of the Porter & Laker Division at JF Hillebrand, has pledged to use his expertise in connecting the industry logistically to unite the drinks community in support of its trade charity. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/Business%202013/full.0113_Chris-Porter-appt.Benevolent-chairman.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919061 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:19:00 EDT Chivas Regal whisky has collaborated with Canana, the arthouse Mexican production company, to produce two short films about modern male friendship. The first is set for release in January 2013, followed by the second in early February. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits%202013/full.0113_Chivas-friendship-films.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919060 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:18:00 EDT SPI Group has agreed a distribution partnership with Kavaklıdere Wines Co in Turkey for SPI brands’ Stolichnaya Premium vodka, Elit by Stolichnaya and Moskovskaya http://www.thedrinksreport.com/business.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919059 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:18:00 EDT Brown-Forman is establishing its own distribution company in France, effective January 1, 2014. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits%202013/full.0113_Brown-Forman-sets-up-distribution-co-in-France.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919058 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:17:00 EDT Pernod Ricard has collaborated with the Pininfarina car design company to launch 'Chivas 18 by Pininfarina', a series of exclusive limited edition packagings of the luxury Scotch whisky for the travel retail market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits%202013/full.0113_Chivas18-by-Pininfarina.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6919057 Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:16:00 EDT J & G Grant has made Callum Fraser the new production manager at Glenfarclas Distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6905440 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:30:00 EDT Anchor Brewing & Distilling Company in San Francisco has launched Hophead vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1212_Hophead-Vodka.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6905439 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:30:00 EDT Independent Irish whiskey maker, the Teeling Whiskey Company, has launched a premium Poitín bottling to showcase this original spirit of Ireland. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1212_Poitin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6905438 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:29:00 EDT Casa Sauza, a family of tequila brands in the Beam portfolio, has introduced Casa Sauza XA, Edición Limitada (40% ABV). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1212_Casa-Sauza-XA.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6905437 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:27:00 EDT French agency QSLD has created an innovative ‘service ritual’ for a six-litre bottle of Diageo’s Ciroc vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6879144 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:10:00 EDT Diageo has unveiled the first expression in a series as part of a new portfolio of Johnnie Walker whiskies that take their inspiration from the travelling heritage of John Walker & Sons. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Johnnie-Walker-Explorer-Club-Spice-Road.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6879143 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:10:00 EDT Diageo brand Crown Royal has moved into the growing flavoured whisky category with Crown Royal Maple Finished. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6879142 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:09:00 EDT Following the success of the Johnnie Walker House in Shanghai, Diageo has opened an even larger embassy for luxury Scotch whisky in Beijing. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1212_Johnnie-Walker-House-Beijing.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6879141 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:08:00 EDT Pernod Ricard Asia Duty Free has launched Ballantine’s 17 Year Old Signature Distillery Scapa Edition (43% ABV, RRP US$75) with Korea Air and in airports across Asia with a particular focus on Korea, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6879140 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:07:00 EDT ...as Dima Ivanov becomes the rum man http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6854081 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:37:00 EDT Wray & Nephew master blender Joy Spence OD, has been awarded an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws from her Alma Mater, the University of West Indies. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.htmlw http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6854079 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:36:00 EDT Stuart MacPherson has been made master of wood for The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6854078 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:35:00 EDT The electro global travel retail pack is the latest in a series of limited edition gift packs designed by Webb deVlam for Bombay Sapphire. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843301 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:47:00 EDT William Chase, who eight years ago created Chase Vodka from potatoes grown on the family farm in Herefordshire, now says he aims to restore gin to its former glory across Britain with the introduction of Williams Great British Extra Dry Gin – or “GB Gin” for short. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Chase-GB-Gin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843300 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:46:00 EDT Distributor Maxxium Travel Retail introduced The Snow Grouse in its new ‘plumage’ to the duty free retailers at the TFWA World Exhibition last month. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843299 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:44:00 EDT A trio of Balvenie single malt whiskies, comprising a 12 year old, 16 year old and 25 year old, have for the first time been created exclusively for the travel retail market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843298 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:42:00 EDT The 25 year old expression of Speyburn Highland single malt Scotch whisky has been totally repackaged. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843297 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:42:00 EDT Pulteney Distillery in Wick has unveiled its oldest bottling – a limited edition 40 year old single malt Scotch whisky in distinctive hand-crafted packaging. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Old-Pulteney-40YO-blue-bottle.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843293 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:41:00 EDT The Glenrothes single Speyside malt whisky, distributed by Maxxium UK is bolstering its range with a new series of single cask bottlings from the late 1960s and 1970s. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6843292 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:41:00 EDT Diageo is to purchase a 53.4% stake in Indian liquor baron Vijay Mallya's United Spirits for $2.5bn. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Diageo-buys-stake-in-United-Spirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837126 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:18:00 EDT APU, Mongolia’s first national brand and owner of the Chinggis Khan trademark is to launch Chinggis Khan Original Mongolian Vodka into global travel retail markets during 2013. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837120 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:17:00 EDT Celebrating 50 years of James Bond and a 39-year on screen relationship with the Champagne House, a special limited release of Bollinger called "002 for 007” coincides with the much-awaited release of Skyfall, the 23rd Bond film, this autumn. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837119 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:16:00 EDT A new process, developed by Terressentia in the US, which cleans and refines spirits after distilation, as well as rapidly ageing, filtering, purifying and flavouring, is being introduced in the UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Terrapure-process.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837118 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:15:00 EDT Ballantine’s Finest and Ballantine’s 12 Year Old expressions have been given a face-lift with a choice seasonal gift packs. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0112_Ballantines-seasonal-gift-packs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837117 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:13:00 EDT An ultra-premium expression of Brugal rum has been launched on the global travel retail market by brand-owner Edrington and distributor Maxxium Travel Retail. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Brugal-Papa-Andres-ultra-premium-rum.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837116 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:12:00 EDT Johnnie Walker Blue Label has unveiled the availability of a limited edition bespoke private bar anda colection of bar items designed by Porsche Design Studio. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0112_Johnnie.Walker.Blue_Porsche-designed.bar.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837115 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:12:00 EDT Beam is launching an exclusive travel retail range from Courvoisier entitled Le Voyage de Napoleon, a collection of the brand’s VS, VSOP and XO cognacs presented in new, luxurious packaging http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1112_Courvoisier-Travel-Retail-packaging.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837114 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:11:00 EDT Brown Foremanin in association with Frank Sinatra Enterprises (FSE) has launched an ultra-premium expression of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey in Travel Retail this month. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0112_Frank-Sinatra-Jack-Daniels.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837113 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:10:00 EDT Pernod Ricard introduced a new limited edition Absolut vodka flavour exclusively for the travel retail market at the TFWA exhibition in Cannes last month. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/ http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837112 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:10:00 EDT Ungava is a new style premium gin which Domaine Pinnacle of Canada presented to the travel retail sector at the TFWA exhibition in Cannes last month. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/ http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6837111 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:09:00 EDT October 2012: On September 29, Viña Errázuriz’s longstanding quest to establish the coastal section of the Valle de Aconcagua as a new viticultural zone in Chile became a reality. The Ministry of Agriculture officially approved the incorporation of the commune of Quillota into the national viticultural map, legally creating this new Denomination of Origin (DO), or appellation. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/wines.folder/Wines2012/full.0912_Errazuriz%E2%80%93DO-for-Valle-de-Aconcagua.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6816114 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 11:03:00 EDT Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, is to build a new malt whisky distillery on the banks of the River Spey near Carron. It will occupy the site of the silent Imperial Distillery which has remained inactive since 1998 and was acquired by Chivas Brothers in 2005. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6816113 Fri, 19 Oct 2012 11:03:00 EDT Pernod Ricard Travel Retail has launched Absolut Unique throughout the global duty free/travel retail market – a spectacular limited edition of around four million individually designed and numbered colourful and vibrant bottles of Absolut Vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0912_Absolut-Unique.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801307 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:30:00 EDT The Martell XO Architect Edition by Christian de Portzamparc will debut in Hong Kong airport in September, and Macau and Taiwan Taoyuan airports in December for the key gifting season. It will then be available in Kuala Lumpur airport from April to May 2013. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801306 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:29:00 EDT Bowmore, the first Islay single malt whisky, will release its oldest expression this October – an exceptionally rare Bowmore 1957, 54 Years Old. Not only is this the oldest whisky the distillery has ever released, it is also the oldest Islay single malt ever released. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0912_Bowmore1957release.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801305 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:25:00 EDT Chivas Regal whisky has also launched a permanent bottle exclusively for the on-trade – Chivas Regal 12 Year Old Night Magnum to "tap into occasions that are typically owned by premium white spirits and Champagnes”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801303 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:24:00 EDT Chivas Regal whisky has teamed up with British shoe designer, Tim Little, to launch a limited edition tin. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801302 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:24:00 EDT The Glenfarclas has a new gift pack for its 15 Years Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801301 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:23:00 EDT Maxxium UK has launched Devil’s Cut as part of Jim Beam’s continued investment in the UK and in response to the growing bourbon opportunity. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.1012_Jim-Beam-Devils-Cut.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801300 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:22:00 EDT Pernod Ricard has launched The Chivas Brothers’ Blend, which will be a permanent part of the Chivas portfolio and available only in travel retail. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6801299 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:22:00 EDT Bloodshot Vodka is a new British premium spirit created by chef and food and drinks writer, Mark Douglas Hill. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0912_BloodshotVodka.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6754035 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:45:00 EDT Following a test launch in selected US cities, Olmeca has unveiled a new look for its super-premium tequila, Olmeca Altos. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6754034 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:44:00 EDT Russian Standard Vodka, the fastest growing vodka in travel retail (2011 IWSR), has completed a dramatic makeover of its Russian Standard Gold product. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6754032 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:43:00 EDT Maxxium Travel Retail is introducing Jim Beam Honey in Europe. The new flavour follows the launch of Red Stag by Jim Beam last year and Devil’s Cut six months ago. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6754031 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:43:00 EDT Tullamore Dew, the Irish whiskey brand has a new look, which will start appearing on UK shelves this month. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6754028 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:42:00 EDT Rémy Cointreau Global Travel Retail has launched St-Rémy VSOP 90 Proof as a limited edition exclusive to Dubai International Airport for the rest of this year (RSP US$19), after which it will be launched elsewhere. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6754025 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:42:00 EDT Cognac Ferrand, producer of the Plantation Rum portfolio, imports aged rums from around the Caribbean and Latin America to be refined for a second aging in its own Cognac barrels, a technique only performed by Ferrand. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0812_PlantationRum-3-Stars.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6720388 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:49:00 EDT Jameson Irish whiskey has a new limited edition bottle that captures urban iconography from some of the world’s most exciting cities, while highlighting some of the best bars to visit in these cities. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6720379 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:48:00 EDT The Famous Grouse has unveiled a 228 litre bottle of its blended Scotch whisky – the largest bottle of whisky in the world. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6720378 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:47:00 EDT To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first flavoured vodkas, pioneered by Stolichnaya, the premium vodka brand has launched Stoli Hot and Stoli Sticki. These two new variants are based on Stoli’s original Pepper and Honey & Herb flavours introduced in 1962. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6713952 Tue, 14 Aug 2012 11:52:00 EDT Russian Standard Vodka International has appointed Andrew Notcutt as global marketing manager Travel Retail to drive the development and expansion of the brand in duty free and travel retail markets worldwide. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704772 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:23:00 EDT Jaume Ferràs Santín has been appointed global marketing manager for The Macallan single malt whisky distributed by Maxxium UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704771 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:21:00 EDT Hammer & Son has launched a gin to match the original taste and packaging from 1783. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704770 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:21:00 EDT Restaurateur Tom Conran has launched a super premium tequila – Tequila Chamucos – distilled from 100% weber blue Agave with water drawn directly from the mountain rock, Classical music is played during the double distillation process, which is undertaken by women only, due to “their natural lightness of touch”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0712_Tom-Conran-Tequila-Chamuco.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704769 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:20:00 EDT Ian Macleod Distillers has redesigned the packaging of its London Hill Gin. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704768 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:19:00 EDT Bowmore, Islay single malt whisky, is launching a new expression in the UK, Bowmore Small Batch Reserve. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704767 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:19:00 EDT Appleton Estate 50 Year Old Jamaica Rum – Jamaica Independence Reserve has been launched to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Jamaica’s Independence. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704766 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:18:00 EDT Ballantine’s 40 Year Old, 43%abv, blended Scotch whisky has been created by master distiller Sandy Hyslop to fulfill founder George Ballantine’s aspiration to produce the most exceptional and exquisite whisky..."only when the time is right”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704765 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:15:00 EDT To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee, Pernod Ricard launched a limited edition Royal Salute Diamond Jubilee bottle in all the major Asian airports. Royal Salute Scotch whisky, was created as the ultimate tribute to the Queen on her coronation in 1953. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704763 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:13:00 EDT Château du Tariquet’s has produced a limited edition armagnac ‘L’Armagnac du Centenaire’ in gift packaging to celebrate its one hundredth anniversary. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704760 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:13:00 EDT La Hechicera, produced by the Riascos family in Colombia, was launched in London at Imbibe this month. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704759 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:12:00 EDT Isle of Arran Distillery is releasing 6,660 bottles of a single malt whisky in packaging depicting the menacing image of a red and black devil. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6704758 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:12:00 EDT ameson was to be seen this month throughout European Travel Retail in a new special edition bottle, designed by Paul Daly, for St. Patrick’s Day http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6541691 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:27:00 EDT March 2012: Casa Botrán, part of Industrias Licoreras de Guatemala, enjoyed triple digit growth in 2011, and is using this strong momentum to further expand in 2012. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2012/full.0312_Casa-Botran-travel-retail.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6541690 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:26:00 EDT Bowmore has redesigned the packaging across its entire range as well as releasing three new expressions exclusive to travel retail – 100 Degrees Proof, Springtide and the limited edition Bowmore 1983. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6541689 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:26:00 EDT March 2012 – Kingston, Jamaica. Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum’s master blender, Joy Spence, presented an exclusive blend of 30 year old rums from the Appleton Estate to HRH, Prince Harry, on his visit to Jamaica to commemorate Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6541688 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:10:00 EDT March 2012: travel retail outlets in Asia will be the first with this latest permanent addition to Martell’s 'Extra' Cognac range – Martell Chanteloup Perspective. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6541681 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:09:00 EDT Beefeater gin has a new ‘Forever London’ limited-edition pack celebrating the brand’s heritage in the capital. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526308 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:22:00 EDT Premium vodka brand Absolut has introduced another new flavour. Made solely from all natural ingredients, with no sugar added, Absolut Gräpevine explores the “true and complex flavour of white grapes, elaborately balanced and contrasted with sensual tropical notes of papaya and dragon fruit”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526307 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:21:00 EDT Stolichnaya Vodka has launched Elit – the first in a 'water series'. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526305 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:21:00 EDT Design Bridge has totally redesigned the packaging for Chivas Brothers' Plymouth Gin to reflect the brand's heritage dating back to 1793. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526304 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:19:00 EDT As this is an important year for visitors to London, Pernod Ricard has chosen the city for the latest limited edition bottle from Absolut vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526296 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:18:00 EDT Casa Rex, an international design consultancy with offices in São Paulo and London, has created this limited edition pack design for SKYY Vodka http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526295 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:17:00 EDT Patrón tequilas and Patrón XO Cafe packaged in a limited‐edition collectable tin will be showcased to duty free buyers and operators at the 2012 IAADFS Duty Free Show of the Americas in Orlando, March 11‑14. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6526294 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:14:00 EDT Bibendum has launched – exclusively in the UK – two limited edition single cask bottlings of Plantation Rums that have been finished in the casks of Pineau des Charentes and Banyuls. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6485676 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:12:00 EDT A small amount of The Balvenie from six – three sherry butts and three refill hogsheads – were selected to create this rare and complex expression. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6485675 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:11:00 EDT Ballantine’s Finest has a new limited edition ‘Speaker’ bottle exclusive to the on-trade. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6485674 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:10:00 EDT Pernod Ricard launched another Absolut limited-edition bottle – Absolut White – in collaboration with Selfridges, to celebrate the 2012 festive season. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6467205 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:34:00 EDT Angostura celebrated the launch of a new look for its international premium rums, 1919 and 1824, by hosting a culinary cocktail experience at the exclusive Private Dining room at The Ivy restaurant in London. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0112_Angostura-new-design-food-matching-at-The-Ivy.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6467202 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:30:00 EDT Absolut, a Pernod Ricard company, launched Absolut Gustafson — its latest limited edition flavoured premium vodka exclusive to travel retail – at TFWA Cannes 2011. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6410855 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:14:00 EDT Finlandia Vodka has entered the luxury category with Platinum, launched at the TFWA 2011 exhibition in Cannes. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6410853 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:13:00 EDT In celebration of Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead), one of Mexico’s national holidays, Jose Cuervo wrapped its Tradicional Tequila line in thermochromic full sleeve labels that come to life when the liquid is chilled to temperatures between 32F and 42F. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6410852 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:12:00 EDT A new whiskey category was shown at TFWA World Exhibition this year with the arrival of Orbis Aged World Whiskey from St James Distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6410851 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:11:00 EDT Maxxium UK has launched Laphroaig Triple Wood in the UK, following its successful introduction two years ago into the travel retail market, where it has been available exclusively. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402286 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:51:00 EDT Camus showcased at the TFWA exhibition in Cannes this autumn its latest fine cognac – Ile de Ré Cliffside Cellar – from the vineyards of the Ile de Ré, the most westerly part of the Cognac AOC region. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402285 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:50:00 EDT E&J Brandy, the world's best-selling premium brandy, has launched 35cl bottles into the UK market. The brandy is available exclusively in the impulse channel and joins the existing 70cl and 20cl sizes. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402284 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:49:00 EDT The TFWA World Exhibitionin Cannes, Sepember 2011,saw the introduction of a new premium brandy aimed exclusively at travellers from St James Distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.1011_St.George-brandy.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402281 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:49:00 EDT The House of Metaxa 12 stars has been launched by Rémy Cointreau exclusively in travel retail, commencing with Aelia in a three-month visibility and tasting campaign at Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Roissy. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402280 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:48:00 EDT With such a diversity of taste in its wide range of Armagnacs, the family run Château de Pellehaut, situated in the Armagnac Tenarèze appellation zone, has just launched a 'tasting' case of six of its specially selected Armagnacs. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.1011_Taster-set-Armagnacs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402279 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:47:00 EDT Rémy Martin VSOP Urban Lights limited edition hits the streets this autumn in a dramatic black bottle decorated with the startling red neon lights of the city and lettering in scarlet and glittering gold. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402278 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:45:00 EDT Les Grands Assemblages consists of seven extremely well balanced, high quality Bas-Armagnacs with great character. The younger the blend, the more aromas of fruit, whilst the older the armagnac, more the notes of ageing will take over. Each of the blends has been selected from the Bas-Armagnac area from different estates to those used for the single estate range. The age on the bottle indicates the age of the youngest armagnac in the blend. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.1011_Les.Grands.Assemblages-armagnacs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402277 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:36:00 EDT The Absolut Crystal Pinstripe Bottle – the next generation of the Absolut Vodka Crystal bottle launched in 2010 – has been designed by duo Skogsberg&Smart and hand-blown, hand-cut and hand-engraved by master craftsmen at Reijmyre glassworks in the Östergötland region in southern Sweden. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402272 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:35:00 EDT Olmeca, Pernod Ricard’s leading Tequila brand, launched a limited edition bottle as part of its recently announced partnership with globally renowned DJ Ferry Corsten. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402271 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:34:00 EDT Smirnoff has a new limited edition bottle pack honoring the legendary nightlife of four major locations around the world: New York, London, Rio De Janeiro and Australia. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6402270 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:34:00 EDT In response to consumer demand, E&J Distillers has introduced its E&J Brandy in 35cl bottles in the UK, exclusively in the convenience channel where they join the existing 70cl and 20cl sizes. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6338818 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:58:00 EDT Rémy Cointreau GTR will introduce Mount Gay Rum Eclipse – the first in a series of nautical themed limited edition bottles featuring maritime signal flags http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6338817 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:57:00 EDT To recapture the spirit of the quintessential cocktail days in the 1800s, Cognac Ferrand has launched Pierre Ferrand Cognac 1840 Original Formula – a revival of the classic three-star Cognac – in the US. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6338816 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:56:00 EDT Gordon & MacPhail, a leading malt whisky specialist, has upgraded its packaging by introducing a proprietary glass bottle designed and produced by O-I in Alloa. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0911%E2%80%93O-I.glass.bottles_Gordon&MacPhail.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6338814 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:56:00 EDT Highland Park has released Earl Haakon, the third and final edition in it’s Magnus Series that follows the story of the Orkney Inga Saga. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6338813 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:55:00 EDT Camus Wines & Spirits has unveiled a new look for its Calvados Berneroy range, which will to be rolled-out globaly starting in September. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6338812 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:55:00 EDT Absolut has spent the last decade crafting a new vodka distilled from hand-selected estate wheat and blended with soft and naturally filtered water. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6311828 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:05:00 EDT DSG Group has launched Black Queen, a Belgian brand of ultra premium vodka made from wheat and purified spring water. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6311827 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:05:00 EDT Grant’s has launched its first ready to drink (RTD) product – Grant’s Scotch Whisky and Cola – in 250ml cans, 6.6%abv, RRP £2. On shelf from August 2011. A Grant’s Scotch Whisky and Ginger variant will follow. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6311826 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:04:00 EDT The UK exclusive 2011 birthday edition of the Jack Daniel’s distinctive square whiskey bottle sports a stylish matte black sleeve decorated with the brand’s trademark filigree in gold and white. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6311825 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:03:00 EDT Beefeater London Dry Gin has launched another limited edition expression, this time inspired by London’s food markets. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253865 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:10:00 EDT Cupcake Original Vodka, one of Underdog Wine & Spirits' four recently launched super-premium vodkas, won Best Vodka of Show at the 2011 New York World Wine & Spirits Competition. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253858 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:08:00 EDT Stolichnaya Vodka has added a natural red apple-flavoured vodka with hints of citrus fruits to its premium vodka range in the UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253856 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:04:00 EDT Scotch whisky Royal Salute has crafted a blend – Tribute to Honour - to pay homage to the oldest crown jewels of the British Isles: The Honours of Scotland. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253855 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:03:00 EDT The Abécassis family, known for its single estate cognacs, has launched Ice Cognac by ABK6, a contemporary cognac that has been specifically blended by the cellar master to be savoured on ice. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253849 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:54:00 EDT The Macallan and Scottish photographer Albert Watson have joined forces to produce the second collector’s edition in the Masters of Photography series. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253845 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:54:00 EDT Bowmore, distiller of the first Islay single malt whisky, has released a second limited edition in its vintage series, the Bowmore 1982. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253843 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:53:00 EDT As part of Courvoisier’s Upgrade campaign promoting punch this summer, Maxxium UK is distributing Courvoisier VS in a special 'punch pack' containing a free clear plastic ladle to encourage consumers to "upgrade their drinking experience and enjoy punch at home". http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253842 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:53:00 EDT Kilchoman, Islay’s farm distillery has released its first single malt produced from barley that has been grown, malted, distilled, matured and bottled at the distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253841 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:52:00 EDT Auchentoshan has released another limited edition (500 bottles) vintage whisky – Auchentoshan Bourbon Matured 1975. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253838 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:52:00 EDT The Indian Ocean Rum Company and Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits have launched Pink Pigeon, a super premium, spiced rum from the Island of Mauritius. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253837 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:51:00 EDT The release of Grant’s top range 25 Year Old blended Scotch whisky called for an exercise in master moulding from the glass manufacturer http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253836 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:51:00 EDT The Edrington Group has a new addition to The Famous Grouse’s range of blended Scotch whiskies – The Naked Grouse – in a crafted white flint bottle http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6253835 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:50:00 EDT May 2110: A new flavour has been added to the Absolut vodka range. Orient Apple was launched in Frankfurt on 2 May 2011, and will be rolled out by Pernod Ricard Travel Retail in major international duty-free outlets throughout the summer. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185976 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:03:00 EDT May 2011: The recently launched Jodhpur Gin and Krova Vodka from Beveland Distillers of Spain have both scooped Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2011. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185975 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:03:00 EDT May 2011: Spencerfield Spirit Company’s Edinburgh Gin has been awarded Best Drink at the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185974 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:02:00 EDT May 2110: The launch of the limited edition Stolichnaya 4 Elements in Beirut last month increased sales of original Stoli Red sevenfold. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185973 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:01:00 EDT Edgerton Distillers introduced its Edgerton Original Pink dry gin at Distil (17-19 May 2011) – a traditional gin but with the distinct, added difference of a pink blush derived from pomegranate – definitely not to be confused with the old nautical pink gin made with bitters. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185972 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:00:00 EDT Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard is launching two new single pot still whiskey brand extensions as part of its initiative to celebrate the provenance and quality of this unique Irish whiskey style. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185968 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:59:00 EDT International Beverage Holdings unveiled a new vintage of Balblair Highland single malt Scotch whisky at TFWA Singapore (May 15 -19). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185967 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:54:00 EDT Glendronach has released a 15 year old Tawny Port finish whisky that has been matured in European oak before being finished in the port casks. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185966 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:53:00 EDT Chivas Brothers has given its The Glenlivet single malt Scotch whisky an “enhanced, luxurious and sophisticated new look”, that is more in line with its position in the super premium spirits category. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411_TheGlenlivet.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185961 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:53:00 EDT May 2011: An elegant addition to the Macallan 1824 Collection, which is exclusive to travel retail, is being rolled out in selected high profile locations around the world. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185960 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:52:00 EDT May 2011: Maxxium UK’s luxury cognac brand, Courvoisier, is revolutionising the cognac category with the launch of a range of cognacs with an age declaration on the bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0511_courvoisier12+21YO.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185959 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:52:00 EDT On 1 July 2011 Glenmorangie will reveal Pride 1981, described as the distillery’s most sublime single malt whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6185953 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:47:00 EDT DQ Vodka is being relaunched (DQ stands for ‘distillation intelligence’) in an ultra-modern and technically clever new packaging. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411%E2%80%93DQVodka-new-bottle.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041975 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:12:00 EDT Beam Global Spirits & Wine is building on the Larios franchise with the launch of premium gin, Larios 12, in Spanish travel retail, in collaboration with distributor Maxxium Travel Retail. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041974 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:11:00 EDT Ron Barceló's Gran Platinum rum, which picked up a Silver award at the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival last year, has arrived in the UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041972 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:10:00 EDT International design agency Blue Marlin has given one of Bulgaria’s most popular drinks a sleek new look. The redesigned Peshterska Grozdova Rakia will make its debut May 2011. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411%E2%80%93Peshterska-BlueMarlin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041971 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:09:00 EDT Pure Green Vodka and Hoxton Gin are being launched exclusively in Harrods of London this summer. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041970 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:09:00 EDT A group of seven independent Scottish distilleries – Arran, BenRiach, Bladnoch, GlenDronach, Mitchell’s Glengyle, Kilchoman and Springbank – have collaborated to produce a unique whisky and donate all proceeds to the disaster relief effort in Japan. Each has donated a cask of their single malt to be blended into a limited edition whisky, appropriately called the Spirit of Unity. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411%E2%80%93Spirit-of-Unity-whisky-Japan.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041857 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:53:00 EDT Whyte & Mackay master blender Richard Paterson has recreated the century-old Mackinlay’s whisky buried under the Antarctic ice by explorer Ernest Shackleton. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411%E2%80%93W&M-Mackinlay-Shackleton-replica.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041852 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:52:00 EDT Pernod Ricard Travel Retail is elevating the launch of Royal Salute’s latest offering, Royal Salute 62 Gun Salute, in duty free by creating a high impact global campaign to establish it as one of the world’s leading luxury whiskies. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411_Royal.Salute62-goes-global.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041851 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:51:00 EDT Orkney Scotch whisky distillery Highland Park has unveiled the latest addition to its Vintage Collection created exclusively for travel retail. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041850 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:51:00 EDT Dewar’s has extended the family look for its range of blended Scotch whiskies with the launch of a new design for the premium 18 Year Old. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411%E2%80%93Dewars-18yo-bottle-redesign.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041849 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:50:00 EDT Rémy Cointreau Global Travel Retail has launched a ‘boat’ to market a new product in its portfolio. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041848 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:50:00 EDT Glenfarclas has released a limited edition single malt bottling to mark the family-owned distillery’s 175th anniversary (43%ABV. RRP £85). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041847 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:49:00 EDT Kilchoman, Islay’s farm distillery, has launched its sixth single malt. And there are more to follow http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041846 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:49:00 EDT Tomintoul Distillery has released a 21 year old edition to to fill a gap in its portfolio. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041844 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:48:00 EDT 
 Maxxium UK is to launch Red Stag by Jim Beam in the UK – the first flavoured bourbon in this market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411_RedStag-cherry-bourbon-UK.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041843 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:48:00 EDT Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard plans to underline the heritage of Irish whiskey with a new initiative – Single Pot Still Whiskeys of Midleton. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0411_GreenSpot_Redbreast-IrishPotStill.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=6041842 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:47:00 EDT International agency Blue Marlin has redesigned the packaging of Bulgarian rakia Yambolska http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0311_BlueMarlin-rakia.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958955 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:22:00 EDT The new Effen Cucumber Vodka can add a refreshing twist to traditional cocktails. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958954 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:21:00 EDT Belvedere vodka is launching a special edition bottle to raise proceeds for the global fund to fight aids, tuberculosis and malaria in Africa. Half of profits from the sale of Belvedere Red go to the fund organised by (RED). Companies whose products take on the (PRODUCT)RED mark contribute a significant percentage of the sales or portion of the profits from that product to the fund http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958952 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:20:00 EDT Finlandia Vodka, known for its innovative package design, has a new bottle, dubbed ‘melting ice’. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0311_finlandia-new-bottle.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958951 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:19:00 EDT Iceberg vodka is being introduced in UK following its success in becoming a ‘lifestyle brand’ in Canada, were it is produced using the very pure water from small icebergs that come detached from glaciers. First launched in 1995 by Newfoundland Liquor Corporation, it is now being rolled out in European markets by Signature Lifestyles (SLL). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958950 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:18:00 EDT Auchentoshan, the triple distilled single malt whisky from Glasgow, has released two limited edition whiskies: Auchentoshan 1977, matured in European oak olorosso sherry casks, 240 bottles, 49%abv, £370 each; and Auchentoshan 1998, matured in fino sherry casks, 6,000 bottles, 54.6%abv, £44.99. Both are presented in luxury royal blue boxes to provide standout from the core range. The 1977 malt carton is gilded with a soft suede effect interior and the bottle is adorned with a brushed pewter label, lending a tactile, premium quality http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958947 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:16:00 EDT Beam Global Spirits & Wine has introduced a range of 12 city-specific gift packs for its Maker’s Mark bourbon, as part of its longer term strategy to grow the brand globally. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958945 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:16:00 EDT Jameson whiskey asked internationally acclaimed Irish artist Paul Daly to create a new limited edition bottle for St Patrick’s Day, March 17. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958944 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:16:00 EDT The Glenmorangie Company has unveiled a modern classic with the European release of Glenmorangie Finealta. Finealta, Scottish for ‘elegant,’ is a recreation of a 1900s Glenmorangie recipe that was uncovered in the distillery’s archives and is the latest addition to the Private Edition range. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958943 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:15:00 EDT William Grant & Sons’ has begun a global roll-out of new, premium packaging for two variants in its Grant’s range. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958942 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:15:00 EDT A Panama-based company, called Scottish Spirits, has added a whiskey to its proposed list of ‘Liquors in a Can’. Scottish Spirits launched the can in January as it believes “outdoor drinkers would prefer to crack open a tin rather than lug round a bottle of their favourite tipple”. Vodka, brandy, cognac, bourbon, sake and tequila in a can will also soon be available worldwide, the company boasts on its website. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958941 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:14:00 EDT Scotch whisky producer Isle of Arran Distillers, has produced a limited edition bottling of 6,000. The Arran Westie, RRP £39.99, will be released globally at the beginning of April. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958940 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:14:00 EDT Jameson Irish Whiskey has introduced a Signature Selection twin pack exclusively into travel retail that contains one bottle of Jameson (50cl), and one bottle of Jameson Signature Reserve (50cl). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958939 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:13:00 EDT Online retailer Master of Malt is the first to stock Glenlivet 70 year old, a single malt bottled this year by Scottish whisky merchant Gordon and MacPhail and launched in March with a price tag of £13,000 for a 70cl decanter or £3,200 for a 20cl miniature. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958938 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:12:00 EDT At London Fashion Week, Chivas Regal launched a limited edition 18 Year Old blended Scotch whisky in packaging designed by Vivienne Westwood. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0311%E2%80%93ChivasRegal-Vivienne-Westwood.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958937 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:12:00 EDT Two premium aged rums were unveiled by Brugal in the Americas this month and will be available exclusively through travel retail outlets. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958932 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:11:00 EDT Orkney distillery Highland Park has unveiled a a limited edition single malt Scotch whisky to celebrate the achievement of the first European traveller to reach America over a thousand years ago. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958928 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:11:00 EDT Rémy Martin Fine Champagne Cognac, official partner of the Cannes Film Festival for the seventh year, will put the spotlight this spring on a Rémy Martin VSOP Limited Edition to celebrates the art of cinema. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958927 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:10:00 EDT Rémy Martin Centaure de Diamant Fine Champagne Cognac was introduced to travel retail markets in the Americas at IAADFS this month (March). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5958926 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:09:00 EDT Since the Martell Experience boutique opened at Kuala Lumpur international airport on December 28, it has seen “an extremely positive reaction from consumers to the high-quality design and an increased interest in the brand and its products.” http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5816858 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 11:34:00 EDT Isle of Arran Distillers is launching Machrie Moor, its first peated single malt. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5801357 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:37:00 EDT Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard has launched two new rare, single cask, single pot still whiskeys from the Midleton Distillery, makers of the Jameson http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2011/full.0111_Midleton-releases.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5801356 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:37:00 EDT As Islay distillery Bruichladdich approaches its 10th anniversary it has added three single malts to its core range, and released two limited editions http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5697506 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:47:00 EDT Absolut Watkins is the latest limited edition flavour from the Absolut vodka brand http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691954 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:42:00 EDT The ProHélio Association’s Hélio Prestige Awards for rotogravure printing, has awarded the Super Prestige Prize to the Sleever International for its work with Christian Audigier's decoration of the Vodka 58 bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691953 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:41:00 EDT Diageo has launched Rökk in the US. Rökk is an award-winning high quality premium-priced vodka from Sweden http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691952 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:40:00 EDT The Six Isles premium blended malt Scotch whisky from independent bottler and distiller, Ian Macleod Distillers, has undergone a redesign. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691914 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:11:00 EDT Courvoisier is to benefit from packaging enhancements, to create a consistent look across the range and increase impact on shelf. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691913 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:10:00 EDT There's no mistaking the Château du Tariquet Color Collection of cask strength Bas-Armagnacs as it shows off its striking new modern labels that clearly tell customers exactly what they need to know. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691912 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:09:00 EDT Following the success of the Chivas 12 Year Old Magnum designed by French fashion designer Christian Lacroix last year, the two international luxury brands have extended their exclusive partnership to create a lavish limited edition presentation of Chivas 18 Year Old Scotch whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.1010_Chivas-Lacroix-18YO.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691911 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:08:00 EDT Octomore is winner of the title 'Single Malt of the Year' http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691909 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:07:00 EDT Ballantine’s has added a seasonal limited edition expression to the range with Ballantine’s Christmas Reserve blended Scotch whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691908 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:07:00 EDT Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is launching the first in a new range of special 'Art of Glengoyne' collectable tins http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691907 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:06:00 EDT Glenfiddich malt whisky has launched Snow Phoenix to commemorate a “moment of drama” in the Scottish distillery’s history. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.1110_snow-pheonix-whisky.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691902 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:05:00 EDT The winners of the inaugural international Golden Rum Barrel Awards 2010 have been announced by The Rum Experience. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.1110_rum-awards.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691897 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:05:00 EDT Bushmills has been given its 10, 16 and 21 Year Old Single Malts new premium packaging in a drive to increase consumer awareness of these award-winning Irish Whiskies. The new packaging features imagery of the Old Bushmills Distillery, embossing of the 1608 original licence to distil date and a prominent display of the trademark Bushmills pot still. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691896 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:04:00 EDT Diageo, proud owner of 28 Scottish single malt whisky distilleries, has unveiled a small and highly desirable collection of limited edition single malt Scotch whiskies destined for the world’s top bars and the collections of single malt whisky connoisseurs. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.1110_diageo-special-releases.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691893 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:03:00 EDT Burn Stewart Distillers, producers of Bunnahabhain, Tobermory, Ledaig and Deanston malt whiskies has re-launched its entire range of malts as un-chillfiltered. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/1110_Burn-Stewart-unchillfiltered-redesign.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691892 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:02:00 EDT Jim Beam Black, the premium expression of the top-selling bourbon (RRP of €23.50), has been given more premium packaging to emphasise its quality. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5691891 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:01:00 EDT September 1970 as a bright-eyed, 21-year old Richard ‘The Nose’ Paterson walked through the company’s gates as an assistant blender. Now, as master blender, he is now celebrating 40 years in the whisky business http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0910_paterson-40yrs-W&M.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5566982 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EDT New York artist Yuri Gorbachev has designed a label to be featured on a limited number of Stolichnaya premium vodka bottles to be sold exclusively in travel retail this autumn. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5566980 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 06:54:00 EDT A new Absolut Vodka limited edition holiday gift pack, Absolut Glimmer, has launched at Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport and will be rolled out in duty free/travel retail markets worldwide by Pernod Ricard through October in a campaign that will continue until the end of the year. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5566979 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 06:53:00 EDT Havana Club Selección de Maestros is latest addition to the Havana Club range of premium rums and will be available in key markets (including travel retail) from October 2010 at a RRP of €45. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0910_Havana-Club-Maestros.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5566974 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 06:48:00 EDT The Six Isles premium blended malt Scotch whisky from independent bottler and distiller, Ian Macleod Distillers, has undergone a redesign. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5566972 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 06:45:00 EDT The popularity of the Caipirinha in bars and hotspots across the UK has sparked the launch of a new drink – Salto – a flavoured cachaça from Brazil. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5548942 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:04:00 EDT Chivas Brothers brand Beefeater has followed its successful summer limited edition with an expression for the winter months. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5548918 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:03:00 EDT Glengoyne is to have for the first time a special cask finish as part of its core range. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5548917 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:02:00 EDT Islay distillery Bowmore has launched two limited edition expressions - Bowmore 40 Years Old and the Bowmore 1981 – that have been handcrafted for “the discerning single malt and outdoor lover”. Priced at £6,500 and £270 a bottle respectively, the whiskies are collectibles. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0910_Bowmore40yo-1981releases.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5548915 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:01:00 EDT Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard, producers of Jameson, Midleton Very Rare, Powers and Paddy Irish whiskies, is to make Redbreast 15 year old Irish pure pot still whiskey a permanent expression within the range in key international markets including Ireland, US, France and Germany. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0910_Redbreast15yo-Irish.whiskey.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5548914 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:01:00 EDT The UK-based International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) has awarded this year’s Gin & Vodka Association Trophy to a new Aldi own label gin http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489958 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 11:20:00 EDT Gin has been distilled on the famous whisky island of Islay for the first time. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_Islay-gin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489953 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 11:19:00 EDT After filming on location in London and across Mexico, Olmeca Tequila is launching aseries of short films. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_tequila-films.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489952 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 11:18:00 EDT To revitalise sales in the genever sector in Holland, Ketel 1 Jenever has been given a fresh new look to appeal to a younger consumer group. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_Ketel-1-Jenever.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489951 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 11:17:00 EDT A 24-part film called ‘How to re-establish a vodka empire’ by Babelgum follows Dan Edelstyn who heads to Ukraine to explore his ancestry after finding his great-grandfather once owned the town’s now nearly bankrupt vodka distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_vodka-film.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489950 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:00:00 EDT The Glenfiddich Malt Mastermind of the Year award is an on-trade initiative by the Scotch whisky brand and UK distributor First Drinks. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489934 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:56:00 EDT The Balvenie malt master David Stewart has created a new limited edition expression: The Balvenie Peated Cask aged 17 years, a marriage of single malt Scotch whiskies finished in peated casks and new American oak. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_belvenie-peated.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489933 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:54:00 EDT Rémy Martin’s Coeur de Cognac is being presented in a limited edition summer gift pack for “outdoor enjoyment during the summer months”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489929 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:53:00 EDT More than 40 years after the first bottling of Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength, J & G Grant has released a more contemporary presentation for this heavily sherried expression. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489927 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:53:00 EDT Chivas Regal has created a branded space at Vinopolis named The Chivas Room. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_chivas-vinopolis.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489926 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:51:00 EDT Scotch whisky brand Royal Salute is using bespoke hand-crafted decanters by Devon based Dartington Crystal for its most prestigious blend – Royal Salute 62 Gun Salute. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489924 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:50:00 EDT The Arran Malt 14 Year Old is a single malt Scotch whisky from the 15 year-old Scottish independent distiller based in Lochranza, Isle of Arran http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489923 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:49:00 EDT Chivas Regal Scotch whisky has teamed up with graphic designer and illustrator Alex Trochut of Barcelona to launch a limited edition gift tin for its 12 Year Old expression http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489922 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:48:00 EDT Ivan Ivanov, a 28-year old lifeguard from Svishtov Bulgaria, has won the Bushmills Irish Whiskey global competition with a prize described as ‘the whiskey lover’s ultimate dream’. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489921 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:47:00 EDT First Drinks has launched Mount Gay Rum 1703 Rare Cask Selection in the UK http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489918 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:46:00 EDT GlenDronach Distillery in the Scottish Highlands has released four new wood finishes – Sauternes, Virgin Oak, Moscatel and Tawny Port Wood – the first of their kind from the 180 year-old Aberdeenshire distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489917 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:46:00 EDT Kilchoman, Islay’s farm distillery, has launched its fourth single malt, Summer 2010 – its first small batch release http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489916 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:45:00 EDT Glengoyne, the 175 year-old distillery owned by Ian Macleod Distillers, is expanding its whisky portfolio with two new limited edition single cask Highland malts. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489915 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:44:00 EDT Bacardi Global Travel Retail Division has presented a unified new look for the Dewar’s range of blended Scotch whiskies. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_Dewars-new-packaging.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489914 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:44:00 EDT The 195 year old Glencadam Distillery, owned by Angus Dundee Distillers, has added three new releases to its range of Highland single malts http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489913 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:38:00 EDT Tomintoul Distillery, owned by Angus Dundee Distillers, has released a limited edition 12 YO single malt finished for 20 months in Portwood casks. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489892 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:29:00 EDT In celebration of Jack Daniel's 160th birthday, a limited edition bottle has been launched http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489880 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:28:00 EDT The Glenglassaugh Distillery Company has released a unique range of “Spirit Drink” products – an opportunity for malt whisky fans to sample the evolution of the spirit that will eventually become whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0810_Glenglassaugh-Spirit.Drink-range.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5489879 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:27:00 EDT Beam Global Spirits & Wine has launched a premium expression of its bourbon whiskey, Jim Beam, exclusively into travel retail. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5368995 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:42:00 EDT Independent bottler and distiller, Ian Macleod Distillers, has launched a limited edition Pomerol Finish of its blended single malt Scotch whisky, The Six Isles, enhancing its rich, peaty and honeyed flavours with spicy, red fruit notes. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5368891 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:17:00 EDT Chilean winery Vina Tamaya in the Limari Valley is launching its The Gran Pisco 2006 in luxury packaging on the international spirits market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5365796 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:23:00 EDT Single de Samalens is a new style of Armagnac created by the house of Samalens to show the diversity of an Armagnac. The range, which comprises the three age denominations of 8, 12 and 15 years old, is described as being “as dry as a single malt whisky, but with highly subtle floral aromas and astonishing complexity”. It is designed to be drunk as an aperitif, neat or with ice. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0710_salamens-singles.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5357790 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:19:00 EDT The Scottish Farmer business magazine awarded ʻEnvironmentally Aware Supplier of the Year 2010ʼ to Islayʼs Bruichladdich distillery for its organic single malt, using Scottish barley and supporting local farmers in remote, rural areas. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5357779 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:19:00 EDT Chivas Brothers has launched a global campaign to advocate to consumers the importance and value of Scotch whisky age statements. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0710_chivas-age.matters.campaign.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5356634 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:30:00 EDT To mark its 15th Anniversary the Isle of Arran Distillery has released a commemorative bottling - a 1999 vintage which has been finished for two years in Amontillado Sherry casks. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5356442 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 05:41:00 EDT Tullamore Dew Black 43 - the Irish whiskey brand now owned by William Grant following its purchase of C&C International - is a limited release which has just made its world debut in the Czech Republic by distributor Stock Spirits. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5356437 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 05:41:00 EDT Diageo brand Smirnoff has had a packaging redesign and added Mango and Peach to its range of flavoured vodkas. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5353898 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:23:00 EDT To celebrate Armagnac’s 700th anniversary, Bordeneuve Chateaux & Collections has created the limited edition Armagnac Baron de Sigognac Heritage, a series of 70 year old Armagnacs of which only 700 bottles of 70cl will be produced (for the whole world). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0510_Heritage-Armagnac.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315517 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:21:00 EDT Online retailer and independent bottler, Master of Malt, has launched a whisky sample service called Drinks by the Dram. The idea is to allow whisky lovers and drinks connoisseurs to purchase inexpensive 3cl (30ml) samples of Scotch whisky and other spirits so they can ‘try before they buy’. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0510_drinks.by.the.dram.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315516 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:20:00 EDT Islay malt whisky Ardbeg has produced a second edition of Ardbeg Supernova – SN2010 http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315515 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:19:00 EDT For over 200 years the Kilbeggan Distillery in Co. Westmeath, Ireland, produced fine whiskey but in 1957 the stills ran dry and Cooley Distillery came to the rescue. Cooley Distillery has just released the first whiskey distilled at the old Kilbeggan Distillery in over 53 years. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0610_kilbeggan.first.bottling_53yrs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315514 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:14:00 EDT Chivas Brothers has given its Ballantine’s prestige range of blended Scotch whiskies a new look to better reflect their premium status. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0610_ballantines-packaging.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315512 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:13:00 EDT Super premium rum brand, Elements 8 has created a barrel infused spiced rum, which is being launched this summer. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0610_E8spiced.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315511 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:12:00 EDT The Famous Grouse blended Scotch whisky has had a complete packaging update. The new design, which will be phased in this summer, marks the start of a new campaign for the brand in the UK backed by significant investment from Maxxium UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0610_famous-grouse-pkg.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315510 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:12:00 EDT Teacher’s whisky is to have a new, more contemporary bottle from July, which will highlight the high malt content of the blend. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0610_teachers-new-packaging.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315509 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:11:00 EDT Chivas Brothers is giving its Aberlour malt whisky a more contemporary premium look to clearly position the brand in the luxury spirits category. It is currently being rolled out on a global basis. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.htmlChivas Brothers is giving its Aberlour malt whisky a more contemporary premium look to clearly position the brand in the luxury spirits category. It is currently being rolled out on a global basis. http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5315508 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 06:11:00 EDT The Namida Wasabi spirit from the Wasabi Spirits Company is making its global debut at Distil (London, May 18-20). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132500 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:31:00 EDT Chase Distillery in the UK has responded to the fashion for marmalade as a cocktail ingredient with the release of a limited edition English Breakfast Marmalade Vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0410_chase-marmalade-vodka.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132493 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:30:00 EDT Russian Standard is extending its range in the UK with introduction of Russian Standard Gold, a new luxury vodka featuring a gold label and presentation carton box. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132492 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:29:00 EDT Hot on the heels of Beefeater 24, master distiller Desmond Payne has created a limited edition version of Beefeater Gin to celebrate summer. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132491 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:28:00 EDT Master distiller Sean Harrison has introduced a special experience for visitors to Plymouth Gin’s Black Friars Distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132490 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:27:00 EDT Crafted in Warrington by the world’s only female gin master distiller, Joanne Moore, Bloom Gin derives from Greenall's Original London Dry Gin enriched by floral botanicals – chamomile, pomelo and honeysuckle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0410_bloom-gin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132489 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:27:00 EDT A new flavoured vodka – Absolut Berri Açai – has been launched in duty free/travel retail outlets in Stockholm and Copenhagen international airports. The global rollout commences in May and will continue through the summer. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132487 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:26:00 EDT Diageo vodka brand Ketel One has introduced an all-natural orange flavour – Ketel One Oranje. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132486 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:25:00 EDT Gin Mare is a new super premium spirit from the Mediterranean which will launch in the UK at Distil (stand C70). http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0510_Gin.Mare.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132485 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:24:00 EDT Isle of Arran Distillers is celebrating it’s 15th anniversary with the launch of The Arran Malt Rowan Tree single malt Scotch whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132483 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:22:00 EDT Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey is partnering with the non-profit organisation American Forests to release a collectible bottle in conjunction with a tree-planting effort. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0410_jack-daniels-american-forests.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132482 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:21:00 EDT BenRiach Distillery has launched GlenDronach Grandeur, a 31 year old 45.8 abv. cask strength expression selected by master distiller Billy Walker from some of the oldest oloroso casks at GlenDronach. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132481 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:21:00 EDT Kilchoman, Islay’s farm distillery, has launched its third single malt bottling. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132480 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:20:00 EDT Glenfarclas has added a 40 year old whisky to its portfolio of Highland single malts. The Scotch has been bottled at 46%abv from casks filled in the late 1960s and selected by George S Grant, director of sales and the sixth generation of the family that own and manage the Speyside distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132478 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:19:00 EDT Scottish whisky merchant Gordon & MacPhail recently released the world's oldest bottled single malt whisky, the Mortlach 70-year-old, at a ceremony in Edinburgh Castle with a price tag of £10,000 a bottle. Its packaging has been carefully selected and comprises a stunning teardrop-shaped hand-blown crystal decanter sealed with a Prestige cork stopper from Amorim’s Top Series range. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0410_amorim-mortlach70.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132476 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:19:00 EDT Beam Global Spirits & Wine is launching a new limited edition of 700 bottles of its Islay single malt, Laphroaig. The Laphroaig Double Cask 20 Year Old will be available exclusively through travel retail group Aelia in a partnership with Beam’s European travel retail distributor, Maxxium Travel Retail. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132475 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:18:00 EDT The Drinks Report highlights some of the new spirits product launches and on-stand activities happening at the London International Wine Fair and Distil this year http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0510_spirits-distil-preview.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132474 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:17:00 EDT Isle of Arran Distillers is asking 30 of Scotland’s leading whisky retailers to join a panel to determine which whisky will be its next single cask bottling http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132465 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:16:00 EDT In the week the Icelandic volcano erupted and all flights in and out of the UK were grounded, the World Whisky conference in Glasgow went ahead as planned. Last minute speaker changes and a number of delegate no-shows was inevitable but those who failed to make that extra effort to attend missed some very good discussions and presentations. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5132464 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:15:00 EDT A new limited edition of The Dalmore Mackenzie, comprising only 3,000 bottles, has been released to mark a new era in the distillery’s long affiliation with the Mackenzie Clan. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0310_Dalmore.Mackenzie.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5024985 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:26:00 EDT ABK6 Cognac has responded to the success of single malt whiskies with a range of Single Estate Cognacs for a new generation of brown spirits consumers. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5024984 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:25:00 EDT First created in 2008 to mark malt master, David Stewart’s 45th year in the whisky industry, The Balvenie Signature 12 Year Old from William Grant & Sons is a limited release, single malt Scotch whisky produced in small, numbered batches. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5004706 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:10:00 EDT A new limited edition of The Dalmore Mackenzie, comprising only 3,000 bottles, has been released to mark a new era in the distillery’s long affiliation with the Mackenzie Clan. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0310_Dalmore.Mackenzie.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5004705 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:08:00 EDT The range, exclusive to global travel retail and a first for the distillery, consists of four single malt whiskies distilled in 1998, 1994, 1990 and 1973. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/business.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5002961 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:07:00 EDT When The Feathers Hotel in the picturesque Cotswolds’ village of Woodstock, unveils a massive refurbishment this spring, it won’t just boast 20 redesigned bedrooms, a brand new suite and swish, art-filled new public areas, it will also be the proud home to the UK’s first ever gin bar. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0310_feathers.gin.bar.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5002368 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:22:00 EDT Diageo brand Smirnoff Vodka has launched its first 100-proof flavoured vodkas — Spiced Root Beer and Dark Roasted Espresso. These flavours, under the Smirnoff Blue Label portfolio, are the first additions to the Smirnoff 100-proof vodka extension. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5002362 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:22:00 EDT In the face of the current trend for gins with a difference in botanical emphasis, Berry Bros & Rudd Spirits has launched No.3, a 46% abv traditional-style London Dry Gin with juniper firmly at its heart http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0310_BBR.No.3-gin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=5002361 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:21:00 EDT The premium, old-style Caribbean rum brand Sailor Jerry Spiced has revised both its flavour and packaging. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4950846 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:31:00 EDT International branding and packaging consultancy Claessens Cartils has redesigned the bottle and brand presentation of Pernod Ricard’s Blenders Pride http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4950845 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:30:00 EDT Bibendum has signed up four exclusive agencies from Cognac and Armagnac. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0210_Bibendum.digestifs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4950844 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:29:00 EDT William Grant distillery Glenfiddich has released a 14YO Glenfiddich Rich Oak single malt Scotch whisky http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4950843 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:29:00 EDT Selected from Janneau’s large stocks, the new line comprises four Armagnacs with different minimum periods of ageing: 8 year old, 12 year old, 18 year old and 25 year old, which is clearly defined on each of the 50cl bottles. The contemporary-style packaging was the result of a joint effort by Janneau's in-house creatives and Daedalus, a packaging agency based in Angoulème. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/business.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4925471 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:32:00 EDT Geranium Premium London Dry Gin has been launched in the UK by Hammer & Son through leading UK wholesaler Coe Vintners http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0110_geranium_gin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4912349 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:30:00 EDT Islay whisky distillery Bruichladdich has installed an unusual fifth still - the Lomand. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4912348 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:29:00 EDT Diageo brand Cîroc, the ultra premium vodka distilled from French grapes, has launched its first line extension – Cîroc Red Berry and Cîroc Coconut. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4912344 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:28:00 EDT Selected from Janneau’s large stocks, the new line comprises four Armagnacs with different minimum periods of ageing http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4912343 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:27:00 EDT William Grant is using the IAADFS show to introduce a promotional pack for Tequilera Milagro that combines a 75cl bottle of Milagro Silver Tequila with a 37.5cl bottle of Milagro Ultra Premium Agave Nectar http://www.thedrinksreport.com/ http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4901275 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:59:00 EDT Brown-Forman is to unveil a Chambord liqueur bottle fashioned with US$3m worth of diamonds, gold and pearls, plus new packaging for Southern Comfort at the Duty-Free Show of the Americas this month in Orlando. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/home.folder/full.0210_B-F.IAADFS.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4901274 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:56:00 EDT Pernod Ricard Travel Retail has revitalised the packaging of Ballantine’s Limited in a bid to drive sales of the ultra premium blended whisky in the Asia Pacific duty-free market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4873430 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:29:00 EDT Cognac has become the first Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) ever to be recognised by China, preparing the way for Chinese recognition of other European areas and products. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0110_China.Cognac.PGI.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4861573 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:09:00 EDT Following the first batch launched in September, Diageo have announced that the second batch of their single-cask collection of Single Malt Scotch Whiskies has arrived. The project encompasses all 27 of Diageo’s Single Malts - the first time that Scotland's biggest estate of Single Malt distilleries has issued a comprehensive series of single-cask bottlings. Labelled The Managers' Choice, each distillery is represented by a very restricted bottling of its Single Malt Whisky drawn from one single cask, selected after a careful examination of distillery stocks. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4846413 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:06:00 EDT Diageo has won its case against InterContinental Brands (ICB) of Harrogate regarding its product Vodkat, a 22% ABV blended spirit. Diageo launched the case against Vodkat to secure protection for legitimate vodka products and to ensure there was a clear legal position for consumers. Vodkat. Launched in 2005, the original Vodkat bottle closely resembled that of Diageo’s Smirnoff Vodka and Diageo claimed Smirnoff sales had been damaged and consumers mislead. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4842270 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:52:00 EDT Branded spirits and liqueurs producer Stock Spirits Group is showing remarkable growth at a time when others are struggling. Recent investments in Central European operations have increased production by over 75% and its market share in Poland from 10% to over 30%. Felicity Murray reports from Lublin http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/Business2010/full.0110_stock.spirits.poland.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4842079 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:32:00 EDT Hine is releasing its 1960 Jarna-matured vintage as a 50th anniversary bottle. Cognac vintages are rare and only 300 bottles are available at an RRP £305. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4831384 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:42:00 EDT After its successful debut in Canada, the Dewar’s trolley bag promotion is rolling out worldwide this month, January. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4831383 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:42:00 EDT An ice ball serve kit, distributed by Maxxium UK to outlets across the UK, enables bars to produce a perfect ice ball time after time, allowing consumers to enjoy the Speyside single malt whisky in a new way. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4831382 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:41:00 EDT Four contestants went through to the final round in the Chase vodka cocktail competition, in which they had to mix cocktails in a ‘ready steady cook’ style using a mystery hamper of ingredients. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/mixcocktails.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4825287 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 06:58:00 EDT De Kuyper Royal Distillers has launched the first XO Cherry Brandy in packaging designed and developed by ClaessensCartils from Amsterdam. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/mixliquers.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4825285 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 06:57:00 EDT One hundred years after the launch of Johnnie Walker Black Label, brand owner Diageo has unveiled a new variant – Johnnie Walker Double Black. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/Spirits2010/full.0110_johnnie.walker_double.black.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4825284 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 06:56:00 EDT In celebration of Edinburgh International Airport’s newly remodeled shop this month (December), limited edition 18-year-old Aberfeldy single cask single malt Scotch whisky bottles were launched by Bacardi Global Travel Retail Division in an exclusive partnership with World Duty Free. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4734235 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:00:00 EDT Chivas Brothers Royal Salute whisky has a powerful new print advertising campaign being launched throughout Asia from January 2010. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4734234 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:59:00 EDT The Malt Matcher is an iPhone application and online tool to help consumers select the right whisky as a gift for relatives, friends or colleagues. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4734231 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:59:00 EDT Highland Park has launched The Earl Magnus Edition 1, a 15 year old single malt whisky bottled at cask strength (52.6% abv). The distilery has also announced its first 'tasting collection'. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1209_Highland.Park.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4722870 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 07:21:00 EDT Bacardi gin brand Bombay Sapphire has launched its latest gift pack, Reign, exclusively in global travel retail markets. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702061 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:39:00 EDT Martin Miller’s Gin is celebrating 10 years with a limited edition Anniversary Strength (54% abv) expression. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702060 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:38:00 EDT Cognac-based Laclie Alcools has launched the first in a series of flavoured vodkas with jasmine-flavoured HR Vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702059 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:37:00 EDT Building on the huge success of last year’s Digital Enbotellarte programme, Something Special blended Scotch whisky is continuing its foray into the world of digital art with the launch of its 2009 Enbotellarte exhibition tour in Quito, Ecuador. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1209_something.special.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702058 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:36:00 EDT Ballantine’s super premium 17 Year Old blend is being presented in a limited edition golf pack to tie in with the Pernod Ricard Scotch whisky brand’s growing commitment to the sport. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1209_Ballantines.golf.pack.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702057 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:35:00 EDT Angus Dundee has launched Smokey Joe, a peaty Islay malt whisky. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702056 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:34:00 EDT The first English peated single malt whisky is soon to be released by St George’s Distillery, Norfolk. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4702055 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:33:00 EDT The Bowmore 1964 Trilogy (Black, White and Gold Bowmore) sold for US$21,600 at a Christie’s auction in New York on Saturday - above the asking price of US$18k. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1109_Bowmore1964trilogy.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4537445 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:05:00 EDT Talisker, the single malt whisky distilled on the Isle of Skye, has announced its sponsorship of an epic sailing adventure which will be the first to recreate the exact journey of Captain William Bligh's epic 4,000-mile open boat ‘Mutiny on the Bounty' voyage. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1109_Mutiny-on-the-Bounty.voyage.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4537444 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:01:00 EDT Olmeca Tequila’s new premium 100% blue agave tequila called Olmeca Altos has been created by Jesus Hernandez, master distiller at Olmeca Tequilas and Henry Besant and Dre Masso of the Worldwide Cocktail Club. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1109_Olmeca%20Altos.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4516048 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:44:00 EDT Ballantine’s 12 Year Old's lastest campaign ‘Beyond’ invites consumers to look at things in a different way http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513864 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EDT A brand awareness initiative by Bacardi GTR division for Dewar’s 12 Scotch whisky has already seen sales indexes of plus 130%, 288%, 1211%, and 1700% in Bahrain, Oman, Dubai, and Qatar duty-free outlets http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513726 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:20:00 EDT The 1964 and 1968 expressions from the Highland Park distillery’s new Orcadian Vintage Series have been launched in packaging that reflects the artisanal nature of the single malts and which consumers will want to keep long after the liquid has been savoured. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1109_HighlandPark64&68.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513684 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:17:00 EDT Ballantine’s Finest blended Scotch whisky is set to light-up the on-trade environment with a self-illuminating bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513683 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:00 EDT J Wray & Nephew UK are leading the winter programme for its Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum range with a combination of new initiatives - led by its progressive Appleton Estate Academy concept which established the sector’s tutoring system over four years ago. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1109_AppletonEstateRum.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513283 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:07:00 EDT Royal Salute Scotch whisky from Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, is extending its collaboration with the ‘sport of kings’ with the signing of a polo sponsorship deal in India. The brand is also looking into further international polo match sponsorships. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513135 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:00:00 EDT Ballantine’s Scotch whisky has secured a three year extension to the brand’s hugely successful Korean golf sponsorship http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4513010 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:31:00 EDT DeLos Vodka, the only vodka distillery in Dallas, TX, has introduced one of the first glass vodka bottles to incorporate a full-body shrink label. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1109_delos.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4432975 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:14:00 EDT The newest addition to the Finlandia Vodka flavour, Blackcurrant, is now available and joins a line-up that includes Mango, Cranberry, Grapefruit, Lime and Tangerine Fusion. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415801 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:45:00 EDT Chase Distillery has produced a new vodka, Naked Chase, distilled from English organic cider apples. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415800 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:44:00 EDT Oxley Dry Gin from Bacardi Global Travel Retail is an ultra-premium small batch gin distilled without the use of heat to preserve the fresh natural essences of the botanicals. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415799 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:43:00 EDT Bacardi Superior Rum, a premium white, is commemorating the impact of the Bacardi Daiquirí on cocktail culture throughout the world with a limited edition Heritage bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415798 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:40:00 EDT Mozart Distillerie is launching Mozart Dry Chocolate Spirit (40% vol), which the company describes as a true spirits innovation and invention of a new and exciting pouring base for mixed drinks. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415789 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:39:00 EDT Ukrainian vodka company Nemiroff is proud to present its latest product – Lex Ultra – an ‘ultra high' premium vodka that it says represents the first in this elite sector to be produced in Ukraine. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415788 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:38:00 EDT Absolut Vodka has announced an "artistic partnership" with US filmmaker Spike Jonze. The brand is also celebrating 30 years of “artistic creativity” with an Absolut Art Award and a permanent Absolut Art Collection in the Historical Museum of Wine and Spirits in Stockholm. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1009_Absout.Spike.Jonze.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415787 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:37:00 EDT Fairtrade category specialist Ehrmanns announces the launch of the first certified Fairtrade Vodka to the UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1009_Fairtrade.Fair.Vodka.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415786 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:30:00 EDT Absolut Flavor of the Tropics, launched by Pernod Ricard Travel Retail, is the first limited edition flavour from the top-selling vodka brand to be exclusive to the duty free/travel retail market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415776 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:29:00 EDT Independent bottler and distiller Ian Macleod, is to launch a range of new releases from its exclusive Chieftain’s limited edition collection. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1009_chieftain.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415775 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:26:00 EDT Maxxium UK has launched L’Essence de Courvoisier. Packaged in a Baccarat decanter and retailing at £1,800 a bottle, it is aimed at connoisseurs and collectors of rare and luxury cognacs. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_LEssence.de.Courvoisier.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415773 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:25:00 EDT Glengoyne Distillery has added a 12 YO to its Highland single malt Scotch whisky range. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415772 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:25:00 EDT The cellar master of Prince Hubert de Polignac signs his new creation Héritage du Prince. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415771 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:24:00 EDT Ian Macleod Distillers introduced a new travel retail exclusive – a one litre Glengoyne 12 Years Old Cask Strength (57.2% abv) single malt. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415769 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:23:00 EDT Chivas Brothers has produced some eye-catching seasonal gift packs for its premium brands Chivas Regal, Ballantine’s, The Glenlivet and Aberlour http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1009_chivas.gift.packs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415767 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:22:00 EDT Available for the first time in the US from Infinium Spirits, and this month (October 09) launched internationally to the Travel Retail sector, Gran Corralejo is a limited production Reserve Añejo tequila http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415766 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:21:00 EDT Three Barrels brandy is repackaging its flagship XO, aged 15 years. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415765 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:21:00 EDT Pernod Ricard UK's humorous new commercial for Jameson Irish whiskey is set in 1780 http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415764 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:20:00 EDT In a retail partnership initiative between Bacardi Global Travel Retail Division and World Duty Free (WDF), the first single cask single malt Scotch whisky from Aberfeldy distillery was hand selected by WDF’s Mark Riches and Nigel Sandles with Dewar’s master blender, Stephanie Macleod, http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415763 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:20:00 EDT Speyside’s smallest distillery, Benromach, in Forres, has launched Benromach 10 Years Old http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415762 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:19:00 EDT Chabot Extra had been on the market for quite a number of years and there was a need to update its presentation to meet customer demand and to attract new clients from target groups of affluent and well-off Asian, Middle Eastern and Russian consumers http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415761 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:18:00 EDT William Grant & Sons presence at TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes this year is a clear testament to the five generation family business' commitment and long heritage in taking risks, trialing new products and exclusives, without sacrificing quality. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.1009_Grants.TravelRetail.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4415760 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:17:00 EDT Patrice Pinet is the new president and master blender at Courvoisier. He has worked at the Cognac distillery in Jarnac for more than 20 years and been an integral member of the blending committee since 2004. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293646 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:02:00 EDT Passionate Cognac lover and expert, Salvatore "The Maestro" Calabrese, one of the world’s leading bartenders and whose performance arena is the glamorous Salvatore at Fifty in London’s St James's, has been awarded International Cognac Personality of the Year by the BNIC. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293645 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:01:00 EDT Keith Law, Diageo’s master blender, is celebrating 30 years in the whisky business. He is, as you’d expect, passionate about whisky and the entire production process. He talks to Felicity Murray about his career, his work and what it takes to become a whisky blender http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_Keith.Law-DiageoMaltMaster.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293644 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:00:00 EDT Ten thousand bottles of an illegal vodka, called Glens, have been discovered by HM Revenue & Customs officers in a raid on a manufacturing and bottling plant hidden on a remote farm in rural Leicestershire, UK. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293643 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:58:00 EDT Attended by an international audience of over 500 people, the ‘Part des Anges’ Cognac Auction, organised by the BNIC and held on on Sptember 17, raised 49,800 euros through the sale of 23 lots of rare and unique bottles. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293642 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:57:00 EDT Hine Vintage Cognacs have developed a contemporary new gift box for “H” by Hine this Christmas. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293641 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:56:00 EDT Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum has introduced a luxury rum that will only be available to visitors to the estate's Rum Tour. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293640 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:56:00 EDT The launch of Gold Bowmore, a 44-year-old single malt whisky, completes a trilogy of highly collectable rare vintage Scotch whiskies. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_BowmoreGold.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293639 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:54:00 EDT Pernod Ricard UK is supporting its Chivas Regal Scotch whisky brand with a new cinema and print advertising campaign entitled ‘Live with Chivalry’. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293638 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:54:00 EDT The Macallan and Lalique, two luxury brands, have launched the third decanter in The Macallan in Lalique Six Pillars Collection. The Macallan in Lalique Finest Cut decanter contains an exceptionally rare 57 years old 48.5% abv single malt whisky valued at US$15,000 http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_Macallan.Lalique.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293637 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:51:00 EDT Gruppo Campari-owned Glen Grant has introduced a 16 year-old expression to its range of Speyside single malts. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4293634 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:51:00 EDT William Grant & Sons has unveiled new packaging designs for its Glenfiddich 12, 15 and 18 year old single malt Scotch whiskies in time for the Christmas season. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4172381 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:18:00 EDT Laphroaig the Islay single malt Scotch whisky and Maker’s Mark the Kentucky bourbon whisky, are to host an interactive online tasting. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_0nline.tasting.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4167221 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:42:00 EDT Kilchoman Distillery, the first built on Islay for nearly 100 years, released its inaugural single malt whisky at a private party on September 9 http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_kilchoman.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4167216 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:40:00 EDT Maxxium UK has launched L’Essence de Courvoisier. Packaged in a Baccarat decanter and retailing at £1,800 a bottle, it is aimed at connoisseurs and collectors of rare and luxury cognacs. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_LEssence.de.Courvoisier.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4167215 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:34:00 EDT The world’s largest whisky bottle has been unveiled and put on display in a restaurant in Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands of Scotland. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/packaging.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4167189 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:16:00 EDT Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, announces that its Chivas Regal 18YO whisky has become the clear leader of the global ultra premium Scotch category having tripled its sales since 2004. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/full.0909_Chivas18YOsales.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4167179 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:12:00 EDT Craig Wallace, a Diageo Malt Whisky Specialist,talks about his contribution to The Managers’ Choice bottlings http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_Craig.Wallace.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4155075 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:36:00 EDT Keith Law, Diageo’s master blender, is celebrating 30 years in the Scotch whisky business. He is, as you’d expect, passionate about whisky and the entire production process. He talks to The Drinks Report editor Felicity Murray about his career, his work and what it takes to become a whisky blender http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4155074 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:36:00 EDT Ardbeg, the peaty, smoky and complex Islay single malt whisky, has released a new expression – Ardbeg Corryvreckan http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_Ardbeg.Corryvreckan.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154854 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:16:00 EDT Bowmore is releasing Bowmore Tempest, a limited edition single malt, on the September 14. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154852 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:16:00 EDT The first organic Islay single malt whisky certified by the BioDynamic Agricultural Association has been released http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_BruichladdichOrganic.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154848 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:15:00 EDT The annual Whisky Fringe tasting, organised by Royal Mile Whiskies, takes place during the Edinburgh Festival and visitors to the festival can vote for their favourite whisky from the 200 or so made available for tasting. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154841 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:14:00 EDT This is the first time that Scotland's biggest estate of single malt distilleries has issued a comprehensive series of single-cask bottlings http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_ManagersChoice.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154839 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:12:00 EDT From a limited stock of 500 bottles, just 50 will be released annually over the next 10 years to be retailed at £10,000 a bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_Glenfiddich50yo.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154838 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:12:00 EDT Tomintoul Distillery has released its oldest single malt – a 33 year old special reserve. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154837 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:11:00 EDT Glenglassaugh Distillery are offering consumers the chance to own their own cask for £500. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154836 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:09:00 EDT The Balvenie Madeira Cask 17 Year Old 43% abv single malt is the latest in a series of six 17 Year Old limited edition releases by the Speyside distillery. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154835 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:07:00 EDT Distell, the world’s fourth largest producer of brandies, has bought a 19th-century chateau in the heart of Cognac to serve as the home for its recently acquired Bisquit Cognac brand. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0909_Distell.Cognac.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154834 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:04:00 EDT “Cask in a Van” is the title of GlenDronach's novel week-long road show in Belgium. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4154833 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:01:00 EDT Bombay Sapphire is exhibiting the winners of its designer glass competition at Ammex’s new border store in Detroit, for which emerging artists interpreted the classic martini glass. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057356 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:12:00 EDT Pernod Ricard Travel Retail has introduced a super-premium reference to its Olmeca tequila brand. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057355 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:11:00 EDT Following on from the success of the Absolut Masquerade and Absolut Disco limited edition bottles, Pernod Ricard is launching Absolut Rock with the vodka bottle this time wrapped in a studded leather jacket http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_absolut.rock.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057354 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:10:00 EDT The Balvenie Distillery in Speyside Scotland has become the first Scotch whisky producer to become a supporting member of non-profit organisation, Slow Food – one of many secured parnerships for the William Grant brand http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_slow.food.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057353 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:10:00 EDT Wood’s 100, the 150 year old premium dark rum brand has launched a campaign in the UK to discover “what makes a modern day hero”. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_WoodsRum.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057351 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:06:00 EDT Maxxium UK aims to raise the profile of its original premium bourbon whisky, Maker’s Mark with a Wax Lyrical campaign, inspired by the brand’s signature red wax seal, in selected bars in London and Brighton. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_MakersMark.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057349 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:05:00 EDT When it is alcohol-free? An "alcohol-free whisky" was launched recently by Panama company Scottish Spirits and is now ready to be shipped http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057348 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:04:00 EDT The new packaging for Chivas Regal 12YO, which will be available from September, sees the bottle and gift carton refined and re-crafted to further enhance the brand’s luxury image and on-shelf presence. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057347 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:03:00 EDT In recognition of its Scandinavian heritage and newly refurbished Orcadian distillery visitor centre, Highland Park is launching a limited edition single malt, Hjärta. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_Hjarta.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057346 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:02:00 EDT Coeur de Cognac is Remy Martin’s latest creation – a Cognac without an age statement intended to appeal to the non connoisseur. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4057345 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:02:00 EDT Maxxium UK has appointed Rébecca Asseline as its new brand ambassador for Courvoisier http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritspeople.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4026099 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:39:00 EDT The Wine and Spirit Trade Association in the UK warns today that the planned mandatory code for alcohol retailers in its current form will not tackle alcohol misuse but will simply add unnecessary bureaucracy to businesses, the cost of which will ultimately be met by the majority of consumers http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/full.0809_WSTA_code.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=4025760 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:29:00 EDT From a limited stock of 500 bottles, just 50 will be released annually over the next 10 years to be retailed at £10,000 a bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0809_Glenfiddich50yo.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3974369 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 13:48:00 EDT Smirnoff has launched an interactive campaign called 'Be There' inviting consumers to join its quest to co-create extraordinary experiences, online and off. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3916682 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:50:00 EDT Czech spirits producer Granette has launched a range of 11 spirits varying from whisky and vodka to slivovice and absinthe, all aimed at the high price segment of the Czech market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3916681 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:29:00 EDT Luxury vodka brand, Belvedere has launched IX, an ultra premium 50% abv spirit exclusively for nightclubs in a bottle designed with the help of Paris graffiti artist Andre Saraiva http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3916680 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:27:00 EDT Kilchoman Distillery, the first built on Islay for nearly 100 years, will release its firstl single malt whisky on the September 9. Initially bottles will be allocated to 14 key malt markets worldwide as well being available from the distillery shop and via the on-line shop. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3916678 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:26:00 EDT The GlenDronach Distillery has selected five vintages (1971, 1972, 1992, 1993 and 1996) for its first series of single cask bottlings since the distillery came under new ownership last year. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3916676 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:26:00 EDT Dragon Rouge, the design agency which redesigned the packaging for Ballantine’s 12 year old, has now been commissioned to create "one big idea" for an on trade programme for the brand this autumn http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3872148 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:40:00 EDT Diageo has redesigned its Tanqueray London Dry Gin bottle to coincide with the launch of a global advertising campaign for the brand – the first in the gin's 179-year history. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0709_Tanqueray.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3872146 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:39:00 EDT Rapid sales growth of The Snow Grouse, the Scotch whisky designed to be served straight from the freezer, following its launch in Autumn 2008, has prompted brand owner, The Edrington Group, to enhance the production of the distinctive container. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3851517 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:22:00 EDT Caorunn is a new 41.8% abv “super premium” Scottish gin launched this month by International Beverage, the international arm of Thai Beverage http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3839650 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:02:00 EDT The Famous Grouse Experience, Scotland’s most visited distillery, has invested £500,000 in a new interactive 3-D show. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3839646 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:01:00 EDT Sailor Jerry, the spiced rum brand distributed by First Drinks and targeted at 21 to 25 year olds, is to sponsor the Big Chill Festival in the UK this August http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3839645 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:00:00 EDT Ballantine’s the blended Scotch whisky is reinforcing its Scottish roots this week as an official sponsor of The Barclays Scottish Open for the third consecutive year http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3839644 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:58:00 EDT Glenglassaugh Distillery are offering consumers the chance to own their own cask for £500. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3839642 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:57:00 EDT Russian Standard aims to recruit more than 45,000 new drinkers in the UK through a £1.2m marketing campaign http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0609_RussianStandard.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3811386 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:30:00 EDT A long fight by the Scotch Whisky Association to protect consumers from imitation ‘Scotch Whiskies’ in Italy has come to a successful end in the Italian Supreme Court. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/0609_SCA_ItalianCourtWin.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3811385 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:29:00 EDT This summer, Diageo GB is investing £3 million on an awareness campaign for its Morgan’s Spiced rum brand. The campaign includes a humorous new advert for television and cinema – the first television advertising campaign for the brand in more than five years http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0609_MorgansSpiced.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3781297 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:01:07 EDT Mexican tequila producer Tequilas Premium is launching its multiple award winning ultra premium Clase Azul tequilas into European markets over the coming months. Export director for Europe Maximiliano Garcia told The Drinks Report that the Distil exhibition in London in May was the first step in a pan European marketing drive http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3780686 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:32:00 EDT Diageo GB is spending £3.65m on a marketing campaign to support the national roll-out of its Smirnoff flavoured vodkas http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3780684 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:27:00 EDT The new Sipsmith distillery (coincidentally, set up in the late whisky and beer writer Michael Jackson’s former office in Hammersmith, London) has launched a Barley Vodka and London Dry Gin http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3780683 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:25:00 EDT As The Glenrothes 1985 and 1987 vintages are becoming extinct, Berry Bros & Rudd Spirits has released two new vintage malts http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3765029 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:54:00 EDT J&B, a Diageo whisky brand, on June 11 launched a mirrorball “the iconic party symbol” into the outer statosphere http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3762125 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:55:00 EDT Ian Macleod Distillers has released two rare, limited edition 40 year old single malts – one from its Glenoyne Distillery and the other from its Springbank Distillery. Both are presented in suitably extravagant packaging. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3762124 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:53:00 EDT ABK6 is introducing at Vinexpo three new Cognacs http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3762123 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:50:00 EDT Belvedere has created a members club called Luxury Reborn to allow bars listing Belvedere to communicate directly with their target customers. Supported with an on-line magazine and blog, membership benefits include film previews, festivals, parties and events at top UK bars. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3733989 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:20:00 EDT Chivas Brothers has won its battle to protect the name and reputation of its flagship Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal in China. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/business.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3733805 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 05:48:00 EDT Cognac now has an Aroma Wheel – the result of tasting and discussion by 50 top international sommeliers, Cognac cellar masters and spirits specialists. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3731212 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:35:00 EDT Jim Beam is supporting its launch of Red Stag, a cherry-infused Bourbon, by partnering US rock star Kid Rock as the headline sponsor of his Rock N' Rebels tour that hits 25 US cities this summer. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3731188 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:34:00 EDT The Scotch whisky industry has announced a major environmental strategy that pledges to reduce its use of fossil fuels and CO2 emissions by 80 per cent by 2050. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/business.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3710255 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:42:00 EDT Belvedere Black Raspberry vodka has been created using hand harvested berries from the Podlasie region of northeast Poland, which are blended with French http://www.thedrinksreport.com/mixcocktails.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3710154 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:38:00 EDT Beefeater 24, the new super premium expression from Beefeater distilled in the heart of London, has collaborated with the Design Museum to present Super Contemporary, a new exhibition celebrating the spirit of London design; past, present and future. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0609_BeefeaterDesignMuseum.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3710152 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:35:00 EDT Not old enough to be Scotch or carry the distillery name, the first release from the reopened Portsoy distillery is called "The Spirit Drink that dare not speak its name” http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3710145 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:34:00 EDT Courvoisier reveals pioneering new education tool Courvoisier has created a “sensory experience” to help the trade and consumers understand the complexities of cognac - and Courvoisier in particular - on the nose and palate http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0609_Courvoisier_LeNez.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3710136 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:21:00 EDT Ian Macleod Distillers has released two rare, limited edition 40 year old single malts – one from its Glenoyne Distillery and the other from its Springbank Distillery. Both are presented in suitably extravagant packaging http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3710135 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:17:00 EDT The world's largest sailing regatta held on the Isle of White in the UK, has a new supporting sponsor, Talisker Single Malt Scotch whisky, which make it the first official whisky of Cowes Week. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3698276 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:50:00 EDT Whisky makers have been matching malts and food with some suprising results. Now they are asking people to explore some of these wonderful flavour combinations and discover more malt-drinking occasions. It makes good drinking as well as good commecial sense. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/mixfoodndrink.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3698256 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:37:00 EDT Belvedere has entered a multi-year partnership with Bruce Willis to promote its Sobieski Vodka. The promotion follows the brand’s “Truth in Vodka” campaign theme, which asks consumers to focus on what’s in the bottle– not "gimmicky marketing or fancy packaging". http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3680855 Thu, 28 May 2009 15:51:00 EDT High Strength Scotch made more widely available William Grant has released its Glenfiddich 15 Year Old 51% ABV Distillery Edition single malt, previously only available at selected airports, in a selection of domestic markets. This newly packaged edition retails at £37.99 per 70cl bottle. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/brownspirits.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3680854 Thu, 28 May 2009 15:48:00 EDT The world premier launch of Hibiki 12 year old took place in London this month. This new expression from the Japanese blended whisky brand has been aged in plum liqueur casks creating a sweetness on the palate with a velvety texture and fruity aromas. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0509_Hibiki12yo.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3680853 Thu, 28 May 2009 15:46:00 EDT Belvedere has entered a multi-year partnership with movie icon Bruce Willis to promote its Sobieski Vodka. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3672070 Tue, 26 May 2009 10:19:00 EDT Protégé International is presenting two exclusive offers for the duty free and travel retail market at TFWA Asia Pacific this month – The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey collection in a special miniatures gift set, plus a purchase incentive gift of a branded black and orange padded backpack that accommodates two Wild Geese decanter-style bottles in boxes. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.0509_wildgeese_promo.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3662232 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:08:00 EDT C&C International is adding a 10 Year Old Single Malt to its Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey range. It joins the three existing blends - Standard, 10 Year Old Reserve and 12 Year Old Special Reserve. The new whiskey will be rolled out globally from May 2009. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.0509_tullamore_singlemalt.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3662231 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:09:00 EDT There is plenty of optimism despite the 'doom' of recession, the president of United Spirits India told delegates at the World Whiskies Conference in London. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.whisky_conf_India.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3662230 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:10:00 EDT The packaging of Havana Club rum Añejo 7 Años has been redesigned to reinforce its super premium positioning. The new presentation will be available in markets worldwide from Summer 2009 and the updated look will, the company says, will create a stronger impact for the brand. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0509_havana_7.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3662229 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:10:00 EDT Château du Tariquet, independent Bas Armagnac producer since 1912, known for its stylish label and packaging designs has just released a new ultra modern 'Carrement VSOP' Bas Armagnac carafe for its VSOP blend, just in time for the London International Wine Fair. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.0509_carremont.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3662228 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:11:00 EDT New EU regulations, which came into force May 20, now include a definition for London Gin. This removes the blurred differences between “distilled gin” and London Gin but it means some producers may have to change their labels. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.0509_gin_regs.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3662227 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:11:00 EDT Whyte & Mackay, the Glasgow-based distillery, has added Snow Leopard vodka to its portfolio to help save these cats from extinction. A donation of 15% of profits from the sale of the vodka goes to the Snow Leopard Trust. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/spiritswhite.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3654931 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:12:00 EDT Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, is undertaking a year-long, worldwide on-trade education campaign for its Beefeater and Plymouth gin brands targeting style bar operators and bartenders. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/spirits.folder/full.0509_chivas_gin_tour.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3654784 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:12:00 EDT Far from being an outmoded after-diner tipple, Cognac’s traditional values are winning it new friends, according to Jerome Durand, president of the Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac, Felicity Murray reports Despite the current global economic climate, Cognac, so far, seems to be weathering the storm and Durand remains upbeat about its continued growth. “We are still at a very high level,” he says. “Yes, volumes have been down but there has been a small but significant growth in value, representing a Euro 1.6 million increase in net turnover.” The increase in both volumes and value continues to come from the emerging markets, China in particular. The Far East is the only region, according to BNIC figures, seeing a significant increase in imports. Volumes for the year to July 2008 were up 6.4 per cent overall to 41.1 million bottles and this is a high quality market favouring VSOPs, XOs and above. Exports to Singapore, the major distribution platform for the region, were up 13.9 per cent with China’s assignment representing the greatest increase of 9.9 per cent. “It was certainly a special year for us as it most probably has been for a lot of other luxury goods,” says Durand. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.1008_cognac_feature.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3604446 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:13:00 EDT A portfolio of GlenDronach single malts have been re-launched following a £250,000 investment by its new owners The BenRiach Distillery Company. Felicity Murray reports The BenRiach Distillery Company headquartered in Larbert, Stirlingshire was formed in April 2004 when three entrepreneurs – Billy Walker, Wayne Kieswetter and Geoff Bell – acquired BenRiach Distillery in Speyside from Pernod Ricard. A second acquisition from Pernod Ricard of GlenDronach (Eastern Highlands was completed in August 2008. In the last five years the company has grown significantly, from employing 12 people to over 30 people, selling to over 30 countries worldwide. The GlenDronach Distillery in Forgue, Aberdeenshire, is famous for producing richly-sherried single malt whiskies of inimitable and individual character. This investment sees three of these malts – a 12, 15 and 18-year-old - make a welcome re-appearance on the market. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.0409_Glendronach.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3604421 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:13:00 EDT In the early part of this year, 500 cases of top-end malt whisky were shipped from Morayshire in Scotland to remote Kazakhstan. It’s an exporting coup for the Larbert-based BenRiach Distillery Company. Formerly part of USSR but now independent, Kazakhstan is one of the new but unexpected export markets identified by BenRiach that's ripe for development. The republic, the most economically advanced of the "stans", is in Central Asia, to the south of Russia and extending east from the Caspian Sea to the Altai mountains. It’s largely known, not for whisky consumption, but for launching rockets, its oil and the antics of the pseudo-Kazakh Borat Sagdiyev created by Sacha Baron Cohen. http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/full.0509_Benriach.html http://feeds.rapidfeeds.com/?iid4ct=3604420 Sun, 24 May 2009 05:14:00 EDT