Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Reaching the last mile

Published: 17 October, 2018

Fulfilling those “last mile” orders is expensive – especially for small businesses, but there are innovations that could help businesses better reach their local customer base.

Maker’s Mark launches new collection to tap Brits’ thirst for American whisky

Published: 16 October, 2018

Maker’s Mark has produced a limited edition run of 252 Private Select bottles in the UK to tap Brits’ thirst for American whisky.

Waitrose introduces 100 new lines to bolster premium position

Published: 12 October, 2018

“Functional booze is not our game. We need to tell a story,” says Pierpaolo Petrassi, head of buying, beers, wines and spirits at Waitrose.

Ditch vanilla approach to engage millennials

Published: 11 October, 2018

On-trade operators at Bar Convent were urged to ditch a “vanilla” approach in favour of taking a more political stance with the brands they pour and activities they run.

International Beverage appoints new marketing director

Published: 09 October, 2018

International Beverage has appointed Cara Chambers as its new marketing director, taking over from Karen Walker.

Bar Convent Berlin

Published: 09 October, 2018

With its new three day format and increasingly international reach, Bar Convent Berlin (BCB) shines spotlight on professionalism, mentoring and entrepreneurial skills.

The Gin Guild welcomes 23 new members

Published: 08 October, 2018

The Gin Guild has welcomed 23 new members to its fold boosting its membership to 300.

William Grant & Son reports strong growth

Published: 04 October, 2018

William Grant & Sons has reported strong profit growth of 12.6% to £250.2 million after tax for the year ended 31 December 2017.

Maverick brings Empirical spirits to the UK

Published: 03 October, 2018

Maverick Drinks has signed a deal as the exclusive UK distributor for Empirical Spirits – the spirits brand headed up by ex-Noma chef Lars Williams.

Vins de Bordeaux to host charity night for The Benevolent

Published: 02 October, 2018

Vins de Bordeaux is hosting its first Charity Quiz Night this October in aid of The Benevolent.

The many faces of gin

Published: 01 October, 2018

Thanks to gin’s unwaning popularity, on-trade operators are faced with a challenge when it comes to selecting from the plethora of new products and styles on offer. Clinton Cawood is here to help

Pinkster gin unveils new label and campaign

Published: 29 August, 2018

Pinkster gin has unveiled a new brand identity intended to differentiate the premium spirit from other pink gins in the burgeoning sub-category.

WSTA reveals keynote annual conference speakers

Published: 28 August, 2018

The WSTA has announced two keynote speakers in advance of its annual conference.

Mangrove appoints Tim Dunlop as regional account manager

Published: 28 August, 2018

UK spirits distributor Mangrove has appointed Tim Dunlop to the position of regional account manager.

Harpers launches new Think Whisky event

Published: 20 August, 2018

Harpers and sister title Drinks Retailing News are joining forces to add a new event to the popular ‘Think’ spirits series.

Premium spirits worth 40% more to the on-trade at Christmas

Published: 17 August, 2018

The shift to premium spirits has happened and is here to stay, opening up a multimillion pound opportunity for the UK’s bars and restaurants this festive season.

Greenall’s puts spotlight on heritage with new campaign and RTD redesign

Published: 10 August, 2018

Greenall’s is pushing its core and RTD ranges with a global creative campaign to showcase the craftsmanship that goes into making its gin.

Glorious weather hits grain volume in East Anglia but not quality

Published: 09 August, 2018

The volume of grain from East Anglia has been hit by the continued sunshine in the UK but quality is “looking great”.

Wine set to help global alcohol consumption to reach £830bn by 2022

Published: 08 August, 2018

A relatively sunny outlook is being forecast for the global alcohol industry over the next five years, with the wine set to see the largest portion of growth.