Spirit News

World of Whisky turns wholesaler

Specialist Sydney whisky retailer World of Whisky has now begun to sell directly to Sydney bars, and has appointed Dan Woolley - formerly of the Riversdale Group - as an ambassador for the store. [Read More...]

[Mon 21/05/2012 11:41:04]

Rum brand offers respite from winter

Gosling's Rum is bringing the traditional Caribbean celebration, Bermuda Day, to Australia by encouraging locals to wear bermuda shorts to work from May 21 to 27 and getting bars to host parties throughout the week. [Read More...]

[Fri 18/05/2012 01:09:44]

Whisky drinkers go blind

Whisky aficionados and lovers of the 'water of life' will compete blindfolded in this year's prestigious Australian Malt Whisky Tasting Championship. [Read More...]

[Wed 16/05/2012 09:36:28]

'Ardbeg Day' beckons for whisky buffs

The upcoming celebrations of the first ever global 'Ardbeg Day' come at a time when there is unprecedented interest in the single malt category in Australia, according to the whisky's new brand manager, Damon Ross-Walker. [Read More...]

[Fri 11/05/2012 09:53:53]

Johnnie Walker Platinum arrives

Johnnie Walker has confirmed the arrival in Australia of its Platinum Label expression, a blend of single malt and grain whiskies that have been matured for a minimum of 18 years. [Read More...]

[Fri 11/05/2012 08:28:07]

Canadian Club to roll out draught as 'beer fairies' campaign starts

Canadian Club revealed it will expand distribution of its draught product to around 150 venues as the brand launched a $5 million marketing campaign in a bid to cash in on drooping beer sales. [Read More...]

[Fri 04/05/2012 10:34:31]

Johnnie Walker unveils $156,000 Diamond Jubilee whisky

Johnnie Walker has already sold more than 20 bottles of its extremely rare Diamond Jubilee whisky, which was exclusively unveiled to Sydney's liquor trade media last night. [Read More...]

[Fri 27/04/2012 01:07:28]

VIDEO: Broker's Gin plans Australian roadshow

UK-based Broker's Gin is planning an extensive roadshow for on-premise and off-premise trade customers throughout October. [Read More...]

[Wed 11/04/2012 04:27:44]

Grant's backs Irish whiskey with $45 million distillery deal

William Grant & Sons, the owner of Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey, has announced it will invest in a new, state of the art pot still whiskey and malt whiskey distillery in Tullamore town. [Read More...]

[Wed 11/04/2012 11:33:17]