Advantage’s John McLouglin has given his insights on building better supplier relationships at the drinks association’s final network breakfast for 2017.

Kimpton Hotels has given its cocktail trend predictions for 2019 … and there’s a new alcoholic slushie on customers’ lips.

There has been a surge in online liquor spending for Christmas, up around 8.5% on last year.

Prosecco has stolen Champagne’s crown as the world’s most popular sparkling … even the French are being seduced, with sales surging 40%!

Diageo has entered dairy cabinets with three festive Christmas releases: Pauls Bundaberg Rum Premium Rumball Custard, Pauls Bundaberg Rum Premium Vanilla Rum Custard and Pauls Bundaberg Rum Flavo…

Somersby is making the warmer months a little sweeter with the launch of two new flavours: Watermelon and Low Carb cider.

The National Retailers Association says a record $50 billion in retail sales are expected nationally during the 2018 festive season, a 5% rise on last year’s figures.

Congratulations to Thirsty Camel on being the sole liquor finalist in the 2019 Retailer Awards for its “Hump Club” loyalty program.

A’tivo has kicked off the summer season by releasing two of its wine spitzers in cans – A’tivo Rose Spritzer and A’tivo Crisp White Spritzer.

To celebrate its upcoming 175th Anniversary, Penfolds is releasing 100 Grange 2011 magnums.

Independent Brewers Australia has taken aim at Australia’s excise regime in its 2018 Annual Report, citing it as a “major growth constraint” for the industry.

Researchers at Deakin University have called on the government to reform the alcohol taxation system in Australia.

Endeavour Brewing Co is launching Australia’s first ever brew raise on equity crowdfunding platform Equitise, with a stretch target of $2.3 million.