WSTA chief critical of Welsh government move to introduce minimum pricing for alcohol

The Welsh government has been condemned by a drinks industry leader for following Scotland's lead in outlining plans for minimum unit pricing.

Grant puts Monkey Shoulder and Hendrick's into cocktail kits in link-up with Shaken

William Grant has teamed up with cocktail kit company Shaken Cocktails to produce signature serve boxes for its Monkey Shoulder whisky and Hendrick's gin brands.

German wine promotion gives venues and stores Rieslings to be cheerful

Germany's favourite wine grape is in the spotlight with leading restaurants and retailers taking part in the 31 Days of German Riesling campaign.

Last chance for shops to take part in Shop Rioja campaign and win £1,000 for new listings

Independent wine retailers have a last chance to enter the Shop Rioja campaign and win £1,000 towards new listings of the Spanish region's wines.

Barefoot enjoys the parklife with summer push for Refresh wines

Gallo's Barefoot wine brand is to fire T-shirts at consumers from giant cannons as part of a summer marketing campaign.

Green & Pleasant lands cider and golden ale to expand craft range

A craft beer brand sold at the Ritz in London is branching out into cider.

Australian Vintage bottles Summertime with sparkling drink launch

Wine producer Australian Vintage has launched a range of fruit-flavoured sparkling drinks with a lower than normal abv.

Margaret River's Domaine Naturaliste scores UK deal with Aussie Rules

Specialist Australian wine importer Aussie Rules is adding Margaret River producer Domaine Naturaliste to its portfolio.

Ex-News of the World journalist to head WSTA communications

A former News of the World journalist, who was acquitted of criminal charges of paying sources for information, has been appointed as the Wine & Spirit Trade Association's head of communications.

Forecast for the next six months at London's Borough Market: cloudy with a chance of Buckfast

Self-styled culinary researcher and contemporary food designer Bompas & Parr has created a walk-in cloud of breathable cocktail which will go on display to the public in London at the end of this month.

Grouse brings out new expression and updates main brand packaging

Famous Grouse is expanding its blended whisky range with the launch of a Mellow Gold expression.

Sussex wine estate flying high after winning first BA listing for English still wine

A Sussex wine producer is celebrating after becoming the first to have a still wine listed by British Airways.

Parker factor gives investment market a lift and promises 'high returns' - analyst report

A US investment analyst has suggested that a recent bounce back in market prices of fine wine has made it an attractive long-term proposition.

Robinson to lead line-up at Pinot Noir conference in 'major coup' for New Zealand

New Zealand's wine industry is claiming a "major coup" after influential British wine writer and broadcaster Jancis Robinson MW agreed to appear at a big conference in the country.

Tanqueray builds a gin garden in the middle of London's Quaglino's restaurant

Part of the famous Quaglino's restaurant in London's West End has been converted into a gin garden for guests to make their own cocktails in a promotion by Tanqueray.

French producer Badet Clement puts together UK plans with Jigsaw

French wine producer Badet Clement is planning a major assault on the UK market after signing a deal with a new distribution company set up by the former off-trade sales director of Bibendum Wines.

Jay-Z's Ace of Spades Champagne range releases two new labels

Two new expressions of the cult Champagne brand owned by rap star Jay-Z have been released in the UK.

Ten is the magic number for Rioja in autumn tasting and awards initiatives

Wines From Rioja is introducing two new initiatives to raise the profile of the region in the UK market.

Rosé up 43% and Champagne 'strong' as summer sun brings cheer to Waitrose drinks sales

Recent warm weather in parts of the UK has seen sales of some wines and spirits soar at Waitrose.

Wine sales leap 10% as Bargain Booze operator improves revenue and profit