Gold Coast hard seltzer brand Hard FIZZ is releasing what’s thought to be world’s first hard seltzer containing natural caffeine, FIZZ X. FIZZ X is strawberry and grape flavoured, with green coffee […]
World-first hard seltzer with caffeine launches
AHA calls on mature-aged workers to save Christmas
The Australian Hotels Association is asking mature-aged hospitality workers to come out of retirement to help the hotel industry survive extreme staff shortages over the busy Christmas holiday period. AHA National CEO […]
Flavoured gin predicted to be THE spirit of summer
Flavoured gin in a rainbow spectrum of colours and flavours is surging in popularity in Australia, with predictions it will be the spirit of the summer. Flavoured gin is now the fastest […]
Indie brewers support each other in GABS 100
The voting booths are now open in the annual GABS Hottest 100 Craft Beer Poll and two independent brewers – Hawke’s Brewing Co and Heaps Normal – have drawn on their mateship, […]
Staple releases higher ABV seltzer
Following the successful release of Staple’s first two “better-for-you” pre-mixes, the Clovelly-based drinks start-up has crafted a new seltzer that is stiffer than your standard bevy. Staple released Vodka Soda Lime and Gin […]
Poker machine money laundering inquiry launches
Commissioner of the NSW Crime Commission Michael Barnes has invited submissions to the Commission’s inquiry into money laundering in pubs and clubs. “Working with the NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority and […]
Australian wine glut challenges industry
Record wine production combined with a reduction in overall sales volume has seen Australian wine inventory levels hit a high not since 2005–06, according to Wine Australia’s Wine Production, Sales and Inventory Report […]
Sandra Przibilla named Legend of the Vine
Sandra Przibilla was announced as NSW Legend of the Vine at the 2021 Sydney Royal Wine Show Trophy Winners Lunch this week. Przibilla was honoured for her years of contribution to the […]
TWE extends its contract with Snoop Dogg
Treasury Wine Estates has announced it is extending its 19 Crimes partnership with entertainment icon Snoop Dogg. The new agreement allows TWE to bring the Snoop 19 Crimes collaboration to people globally, […]
Australian Venue Co acquires Saturno Group venues
Australian Venue Co has announced it is acquiring the Saturno Group’s eight Adelaide pubs and four bottle shops. The new venues will bring AVC’s South Australian portfolio to a total of 18 […]
