Not that he has enough business ventures going on, Jay-Z helped introduce D’usse (pronounced “dew-say”) – a cognac being produced by Bacardi that is marketed in direct competition with Hennessy. It is said that the unveiling of D’ ussé is a direct dig at the most popular Cognac producer – Hennessy. As of now the […]
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Never Never Gin from Australia strolls onto the world stage
South Australian distillery Never Never Distilling Co. has been named as the only Australian gin to make the Top Trending Gin list by Drinks International. The 2018 edition of the Drinks International list marks the first time an Australian brand has been featured in the top 10, with Never Never coming in at number seven, […]
Hartshorn Distillery Vodka and Gin made from Sheeps Wey
Hartshorn Distillery in Tasmania produces vodka and gin made from sheep whey (a by-product of cheese creation), would you drink it? Hartshorn Distillery is a new Tasmanian micro distillery making boutique batches of Vodka and Gin from their own sheep whey. Hartshorn are the first in the world to create this unique product. Hartshorn are proud […]
Wild Turkey Bourbon – A Brief History
The Wild Turkey Bourbon brand started as an NDP (non-distilling producer), but eventually came to produce what are some of the most loved bourbons ever made. This is partially due to the long-time commitment to 101 proof bourbons, the use of lower barrel entry proof, and the fact that for decades the youngest whiskey offered […]
China’s Spirit Baijiu Becoming Mainstream
Chinese baijiu brands are dominating spirits sales across the world, scoring four of the top 10 spots. Baijiu now accounts for 37.5% of total global spirits values (brand value as opposed to sales), up from 23% in 2016. While the literal translation of “baijiu” is “white wine,” the clear liquid resembles vodka, but with a […]
StrangeLove New Australian Craft Drinks Mixer on the Scene
The Australian craft spirits scene is going from strength to strength, so Melbourne based brand StrangeLove thought now was the time to produce local mixers that make the whole craft spirits scene a whole lot better. The new range of Australian made mixers feature four tonic waters (for mixing with Gin) and a dry ginger […]
Grey Goose Limited Edition Riviera Bottle
The luxurious French vodka house, Grey Goose has captured the essence of summer luxury in its latest limited edition Riviera Bottle. Sporting a fresh new look for its 20th anniversary (the bottle was first released in 1997), the Riviera is a re-incarnation of the iconic bottle which celebrates the brand’s French heritage. Featuring classic marnière […]
New Johnnie Walker’s Experimental Blenders’ Batch series
Espresso Roast and Rum Cask finish, the latest releases in Johnnie Walker’s experimental Blenders’ Batch Series, have arrived in Australia. According to Johnnie Walker’s owners (Diageo), both of the limited-edition whiskies were designed with bartenders and whisky enthusiasts in mind. Johnnie Walker hopes the craft nature of the whisky will form the cornerstone of exceptional […]