A focus on sporting sponsorships following the divestment of its wine brands has put Pernod Ricard on a profitable new path according to its Managing Director Pacific Kevin Mapson. Mapson has worked […]
Offloading wine brands boosts Pernod Ricard
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Drinks industry urged to ‘kill premiumisation bias’
The premiumisation era is over for the drinks industry according to Amati & Associates founder Filiberto Amati. The FMCG consultant says Diageo’s results for Q1 FY26 confirm that consumers are choosing mainstream […]
Tried & tasted: Aster Bar
If you’re seeking a wow-factor venue to sip cocktails in Sydney, you’d be hard-pressed to beat Aster Bar. Located on Level 32 of the InterContinental Sydney, the venue boasts literally jaw-dropped, 270-degree […]
Coca-Cola rolls out reverse vending machines
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) Australia is strengthening its commitment to a circular economy with the roll out of consumer-facing Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) at its major production sites across the country. The […]
DISCUS launches whiskey education sessions for Aussie bartenders
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) has launched American whiskey education sessions for Australian bartenders. Australian bartenders can deepen their knowledge of American whiskey through a series of free […]
Prosciutto Negroni leads Hinchcliff House’s new Aperitivo Hour
To celebrate the arrival of Prosciutto di San Daniele on Australian shores, Principe has partnered with Hinchcliff House on an Aperitivo Hour menu. Inspired by Principe’s origins in San Daniele del Friuli, […]
Archie Rose creates world-first fish-distilled gin
Archie Rose Distilling Co has unveiled a world-first creation, a gin featuring ethically caught John Dory at its heart. The Archie Rose x Saint Peter Gin is a collaboration with Josh Niland’s […]
Heineken renews its global F1 partnership
Heineken has celebrated the extension of its decade-long partnership with F1 with the launch of the world’s first season ticket for the sport. Heineken’s season ticket will grant holders – and their […]
Baileys launches Cinnamon Scroll liqueur
Baileys is teaming up with one of Melbourne’s most beloved bakeries to launch its newest flavour—Baileys Cinnamon Scroll. M’Patisse is baking free, limited-edition Baileys Cinnamon Scroll from 12–19 November 2025. The French […]
Summer’s hottest drinks trend: spicy wine
Adding chillies to your wine is hot right now and Vinarchy has embraced the trend by launching Australia’s first-ever Spicy Rosé. Cupio Spicy Rosé is made with chillies, Pinot Noir Rosé, watermelon […]
