Lufthansa Selects Walsh Whiskey Distillery’s The Irishman For Its First Class Lounges

Walsh Whiskey Distillery is flying high after Lufthansa, one of the world’s leading airlines, has selected its super-premium whiskey The Irishman – 12 Year Old Single Malt for its exclusive First Class Lounge spirits portfolio. The Irishman – 12 Year Old Single Malt, an exquisite, non-chill filtered Irish whiskey, is now recognised as an officialContinue reading “Lufthansa Selects Walsh Whiskey Distillery’s The Irishman For Its First Class Lounges”

BrewDog’s Spirits Brand LoneWolf Launches With Category Challenging Design By B&B studio

Maverick brewer BrewDog has unveiled its spirits brand LoneWolf, with design by B&B studio. Pared back and minimalist, the design flies in the face of convention and reflects the brand’s aim to operate as an outsider within the sprits category. A simple stripped-back label features across the gin and vodka bottles in defiance of categoryContinue reading “BrewDog’s Spirits Brand LoneWolf Launches With Category Challenging Design By B&B studio”

Two Scottish Distilleries Ditch Oil In Bid To Cut Costs And Emissions

In a move to break their dependency on costly and inefficient oil heating, two more Scotch whisky distilleries have committed to switching their processes to run on cleaner LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) from leading supplier Flogas Britain. Similar projects have seen distilleries reduce their annual carbon emissions by more than 18%. Both Ben Nevis DistilleryContinue reading “Two Scottish Distilleries Ditch Oil In Bid To Cut Costs And Emissions”

The Winning Formula: Antica Formula Launches Cocktail Competition

Bartenders from across the UK will put their mixology skills to the test in a cocktail competition showcasing the versatility of Antica Formula, the original Italian vermouth. At stake is the chance for four regional winners to enjoy an exclusive VIP trip to Milan to visit the Fratelli Branca Distillery, where Antica Formula is stillContinue reading “The Winning Formula: Antica Formula Launches Cocktail Competition”

The Science of Staritsky & Levitsky Cocktail Competition Launches

Staritsky & Levitsky premium vodka and award-winning UK importer Emporia Brands are proud to launch the Science of Staritsky & Levitsky as part of their ongoing campaign of H20 Cocktails, launched in 2016. Launching in partnership with the UKBG (United Kingdom Bartenders Guild), Brand Manager Matthew Dakers is asking for budding bartenders from across theContinue reading “The Science of Staritsky & Levitsky Cocktail Competition Launches”

Riddles Emporium Opens First Shop in Altrincham

A new specialist spirit shop, from the owners of Riddles cocktail bar on Greenwood Street and spirit specialist Dave Marsland, owner of Drinks Enthusiast, is set to open its doors on 1st April 2017. Riddles Emporium, with the tagline ‘Liquor and Sundries’, will sell a wide range of spirits, high-end products, cocktail equipment, books, bitters,Continue reading “Riddles Emporium Opens First Shop in Altrincham”

St Patrick’s Day Launch for The Cold Irishman Competition

This St Patrick’s Day, 17th March 2017, sees Walsh Whiskey and UK Importer Emporia Brands come together for the UK’s first ever cocktail competition involving The Irishman whiskey. Focusing on The Irishman Founder’s Reserve expression, both companies are on the lookout for the best innovative twist on their signature serve, The Cold Irishman. With theContinue reading “St Patrick’s Day Launch for The Cold Irishman Competition”

Swedish Brand Virtuous Vodka Launches To The UK On-Trade

Virtuous Vodka, a high-quality Swedish vodka made from 100% organic, natural ingredients will launch to the UK on-trade with a portfolio of four flavours: Blond, Bitter Lemon, Raspberry and Ginger. Made using a base spirit of Swedish rye, and with no added sugars or aromas, Virtuous Vodka prides itself on only using the best ingredientsContinue reading “Swedish Brand Virtuous Vodka Launches To The UK On-Trade”

Havana Club Introduces The Second Edition In The Tributo Collection Of Prestige Rums

Havana Club, the global leading rum in the super-premium and above category[1], has released Havana Club Tributo 2017; a new prestige sipping rum blended from the finest aged rum reserves. The second instalment of the Tributo Collection, a series of the finest rums from Havana Club’s aged reserves, was unveiled at the Cuban Habanos FestivalContinue reading “Havana Club Introduces The Second Edition In The Tributo Collection Of Prestige Rums”

St Lucia Distillers Set to Travel Around the UK

This March and April, UK distributor Emporia Brands have put together a calendar of events involving its award-winning St Lucia Distillers range, after the initial success of last year’s programme. Brand Ambassador Dave Marsland and the Emporia Brands team will be touring fifteen cities as they bring together the Chairman’s Reserve range, which includes Gold,Continue reading “St Lucia Distillers Set to Travel Around the UK”