After the official 2025 Oscars telecast ended and the last golden statuette was handed out at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, the stars headed to the event’s famed after parties to celebrate while sipping […]
What the stars sipped at the 2025 Oscars
Zoncello cellar door to open at Innocent Bystander HQ
Zonzo Estate has announced it will convert the Innocent Bystander hospitality venue into the home of its best-selling limoncello spritz, Zoncello. Located at 334 Maroondah Highway in Healesville, the property is near […]
Expats drink Andy Lee’s New York pub dry
Australian comedian Andy Lee is opening an Aussie-themed pub in New York City, with the help of A-list backers including Hamish Blake, Pat Cummins, Mick Fanning, Patty Mills, Ash Barty and Hugh Jackman […]
No spirits relief in beer excise freeze
The Australian Government has announced a freeze on beer excise for the next two years, drawing praise from the beer industry and outrage from the spirits industry. The freeze will start with […]
The most exciting launch in Australian Vintage history
Australian Vintage is banking on “the most exciting launch in AVG’s history” – a petite wine range called Poco Vino – to accelerate brand growth after posting a $473,000 half-year loss to […]
Urgent drink recall: StrangeLove
StrangeLove has recalled its Salted Grapefruit products in bottle shops and supermarkets across the country due to concerns the bottles could explode and cause injury. Salted Grapefruit by StrangeLove in 180ml and […]
Drinks industry reacts to tax relief announcement
Australian distillers have welcomed the Australian Government’s announcement that it will provide tax relief for Australia’s distillers, brewers and wine producers. However, the AHA said the new measures would do little for […]
What the stars will be drinking at the 2025 Oscars
Tequila Don Julio is returning to mix cocktails for the eighth consecutive year at the 2025 Oscars and this time around it’s collaborating with 2024 World’s Best Bar Handshake Speakeasy on two […]
Matthew McConaughey tequila lands in Australia
Matthew McConaughey has chosen Australia as the first international market for his Pantalones Organic Tequila. Co-founded with his wife Camila McConaughey, Pantalones Blanco, Reposado and Añejo expressions are now on shelf at […]
Drinks industry supports Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025
The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns from 14 February to 2 March 2025 with the theme FREE TO BE. Drinks and hospitality companies including Absolut, Brookvale Union, Applejack, Squealing […]
