The Spirits Business’ Post

When it comes to Mexican spirits – and ingredients– there is one man who knows all. Iván Saldaña Oyarzábal, who even has a PhD in plant biology, is the co-founder and master distiller of Casa Lumbre. He spoke to us about his plans to move beyond Mexican spirits and working with Lewis Hamilton.

Argentinian brand Bosque Gin I Certified B Corp ® has partnered with Spirit Depot in Poland to expand its presence in southeast Europe.

Brown-Forman has submitted a planning application to expand The GlenDronach Distillery as part of a multi-million-pound investment. The investment will aim to protect the long-term future growth for The GlenDronach and meet ‘growing global demand’ for the Highland single malt.

The greatest minds in the bar and spirits worlds are getting ready to head to New Orleans next week for six days of educational seminars, brand‐hosted events, cocktail tours, and wellness initiatives. Here are our pick of the must‐visit seminars to attend during the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation 2024 festival.

Established in 2019, Casa Natima distillery combines authenticity, tradition, sustainability, and innovation to create world-class Tequilas in all five classifications. #sponsored

Global on-trade spirits volumes declined by 7.6% in the year to January 2024 as consumers cut their alcohol consumption.

Independent bottler Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky Limited has released a 41-year-old Miltonduff single malt and a 60-year-old blended whisky from Lochside Distillery.

Japan’s first farm-to-bottle producer, Kiyokawa, is preparing to launch its inaugural whisky next year. Kiyokawa is producing whisky matured in both Marsala casks, sourced directly from Italy, and oloroso Sherry casks. A limited number of single malt whisky casks are available to purchase through retailer Dekantā.

For sisters Isobel and Imogen Armstrong, running The Secret Garden Distillery is more than a family affair; it is a passion project that brings together feminine pride, creativity, and sustainability.

Game of Thrones actor Sophie Turner has joined St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur as the face of the brand’s summer campaign.