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User: Pw: remember me Log in Forgot Password? News James Watt to step down as BrewDog CEO BrewDog has announced that James Arrow, currently COO, will succeed James Watt as CEO of the company, as part of a succession plan put in place last year. John MacDonald retires from Balblair After 18 years at the company, Balblair distillery manager John MacDonald has announced his retirement. Viña Concha y Toro sales up more than 25% Viña Concha y Toro has recorded sales growth of 26.4% for the first quarter of its financial year as it continues to recover from a challenging 2023. The bestselling classic cocktails at the world’s best bars 2024 The headline act in our newly launched Cocktail Report , this latest edition of our bestselling classics list is the result of a poll of award-nominated or award-winning bars from around the world. WSET appoints The Heart Cut co-founder to Board of Trustees The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced that Georgie Bell will join its Board of Trustees this month. Diageo announces new CFO Diageo has announced that Nik Jhangiani will join the company as chief financial officer (CFO) in autumn 2024, also joining Diageo’s board and executive committee. Beam Suntory rebrands to Suntory Global Spirits Beam Suntory has rebranded to become Suntory Global Spirits, as the company marks 10 years since Suntory Holdings acquired Beam Inc in 2014. The Cocktail Report 2024 launches Drinks International has launched The Cocktail Report 2024. Comment La’Mel Clarke Service isn’t servitude: the skill of hosting La’Mel Clarke, front of house at London’s Seed Library, looks at the forgotten art of hosting and why it deserves the same respect as bartending. Click for more »Comment La’Mel Clarke Service isn’t servitude: the skill of hosting La’Mel Clarke, front of house at London’s Seed Library, looks at the forgotten art of hosting and why it deserves the same respect as bartending.Analysis James Hayman: balancing act continues to bring reward Hayman’s Gin has been around since 1863 and its ability to maintain tradition while innovating has ensured it remains relevant in a crowded market. Duty free eyes turn to India As the duty free business gathers for this month’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference in Singapore, Joe Bates senses a shift in industry focus towards India. Revitalising Courvoisier Oli Dodd drills down into the Campari acquisition of the famed cognac. China and Australia: rebuilding relations Australian wine producers have been heavily reliant on China for exports, but they might need to think about branching out, finds Shay Waterworth.Bar News Menu of the month: Bar les Ambassadeurs Bar Les Ambassadeurs at Hôtel de Crillon has just launched the latest edition of its seasonal menu, A Sense of Taste: Spring Harvest. Xavier Padovani: harnessing high energy Xavier Padovani’s boundless enthusiasm and determination to ensure positivity in the workplace have helped Experimental Group grow over nearly 15 years. The Pinnacle Guide releases first set of Pins The first set of Pinnacle Guide ‘Pins’ have been announced with 37 bars across seven countries making it onto the initial honours list. Bar Cham wins Live Naked Bar Swap in Korea Sohee Park and Harin Kil of Bar Cham in South Korea have won the Live Naked Bar Swap competition for 2024.More News Lyaness bartender Lexie Constantinescu passes Lyaness bartender Alexandra ‘Lexie’ Constantinescu has passed away while on holiday in Cuba after competing in a cocktail competition. WSET declares record graduates for wine diploma award The Wine & Spirit Education Trust has declared a record number of graduates for its Level 4 Diploma in Wines. Buffalo Trace launches central London visitor centre Buffalo Trace Distillery has announced the opening of a central London visitor centre, the distillery’s first official home outside of Kentucky. Kranebet celebrates 100 years with new bottle design Kranebet Botanic Gin Liqueur is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with its original recipe dating back to 1924. Declines in US and China hit Pernod Ricard Q3 sales Pernod Ricard has reported a 2% decline in Q3 organic net sales driven by double-digit declines in China and the US. Handshake Speakeasy named best bar in North America Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy took the top spot in the live awards ceremony of North America’s 50 Best Bars held in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, last night. E-mail Updates Sign Up! Modify/UnsubscribeE-mail Updates Sign Up!| Contact us Desktop site Hosted by PressflexCONTACT US ADVERTISE WITH US Technical Specifications SUBSCRIBE Newsletter Archives AGILE PUBLICATIONS Drinks Retailing News Harpers Wine & Spirit...