Diageo facing scrutiny in US over claims of artificially inflating sales

Diageo is facing a probe from the US Securities & Exchange Commission into its distribution activities in the country.

Euroboozer ships 'biggest range' of US craft beers to hit UK in one go

World beer importer Euroboozer has launched what it claims is the biggest range of American craft beers and ciders to ever land in the UK at one time.

Quintessential to create Manchester base for new Dakin small batch gin

Suntory agrees sale of Louis Royer Cognac to Tullibardine whisky owner Terroirs Distillers

Japanese drinks giant Suntory has announced in Tokyo that it is to sell the Louis Royer Cognac brand to Terroirs Distillers.

Gin Guild survey: Six out of 10 on-trade customers ask for a gin by brand name

A survey conducted for The Gin Guild by One Poll showed that almost two-thirds of on-trade customers (62%) ask for a specific gin by name rather than settling for the generic house gin when ordering a G&T. The results suggest half request tonic by name too.

Brown-Forman starts work on new distillery for Old Forester bourbon

Brown-Forman has begun construction on a new distillery for its Old Forester bourbon brand in a return to West Main Street in Louisville, Kentucky - otherwise known as Whiskey Row.

PLB on a high after bagging Hilltop Hungarian wines in off-trade deal

PLB will take on UK take-home distribution of Hungarian wines from Hilltop Neszmély on August 1. Its sister company Bibendum already handles the wines in the on-trade.

Multi-vintage Lallier Champagne makes UK debut through Boutinot

Champagne Lallier has released the first cuvée in its Série R collection of multi-vintage NV Champagnes through Boutinot in the UK.

Hallgarten launches campaign to get independents behind 'weird and wonderful' varieties

Hallgarten Druitt & Novum Wines has embarked on a campaign to drive interest from independent wine merchants in the "weird and wonderful" wines in its portfolio.

Edinburgh gin revamped with bartender-friendly slimline bottle

Spencerfield Spirit has bought out a new slimline bottle for its Edinburgh Gin brand which it says makes it easier to handle for bartenders.

UK release for Berry Bros & Rudd's Glenrothes Vintage Reserve

Insights: Groceries Code Adjudicator urges trade to be more vocal despite a 'climate of fear'

Suppliers and retailer relations were under the spotlight at the Groceries Code Adjudicator's recent annual conference and the industry is being urged to be more vocal despite 'a climate of fear and an aspect of futility'.

Winners celebrate after success in the 2015 International Wine Challenge

Laithwaites has been named Merchant of the Year in the 32^nd International Wine Challenge announced at the Hilton Hotel in London's Park Lane last night.

Surrey police arrest four and seize alcohol after break-in at English wine producer Denbies

Four people have been arrested by Surrey police after reports of a break-in at Denbies Wines Estate in the early hours of yesterday morning.

The quietest bar on earth and a sonic cucumber bath will support Hendrick's gin at Edinburgh Fringe

Hendrick's gin will be exploring the world of cocktails and sound in its activity at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August.

Bordeaux brand Mouton Cadet tees off with golf deal at the Open

Bordeaux wine brand Mouton Cadet is the official wine supplier to The Open golf tournament which started yesterday and reaches a climax on Sunday.

Boutinot releases entry-level Spanish wine pair for independents

Boutinot has worked with Spanish producer Bodegas Murviedro to produce a red and a white entry level wine aimed at the on-trade and independent retailers.

Budvar looks to drive tank beer in bar trade with aim of giving outlets a point of difference

Czech brewer Budweiser Budvar is calling on progressive bar owners to create a point of difference in their outlets by adding fresh tank beer to their repertoire.

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.