Initial release recognised at World Whisky Awards Lawrenny Ascension Whisky has been honoured, receiving a Silver Medal in the Single Malt Category at the 2021 World Whiskies Awards last week. We are very proud to receive this award for our very first release, being assessed against many well established and recognized whiskies from across the […]
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Here’s to you Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith is widely regarded as rugby league’s greatest player. His journey from a Logan, Queensland kid to his debut with the Melbourne Storm, to State of Origin Captain, Australian Captain, to Dally M winner, and the long journey to alltime games record holder is one of the greatest sports stories of all time. Bundaberg […]
Grey Goose launches lower-ABV Essences line
The new Grey Goose Essences line comprises three expressions: Strawberry and Lemongrass, White Peach and Rosemary, and Watermelon and Basil. Described as the brand’s ‘most expansive innovation’ to date, the range is made with Grey Goose vodka and infused with ‘real’ fruit and cold-distilled botanicals. The ingredients in each expression come from countries such as […]
Spirit Thief launches The Exploration Series
Tasmanian independent bottler, Spirit Thief, has launched The Exploration Series, comprising six new whiskies designed to showcase the unique effects of maturing whisky using non-traditional ex-red wine casks. As an independent bottler Spirit Thief takes spirit from other distilleries and then looks to put its own stamp on it by aging in different barrels. In […]
Sales of tequila were up by 46% in 2020. Here’s why the spirit is finally having its ‘whisky moment’
Tequila has become ubiquitous in pop culture over the past few decades — from cameos in Hollywood productions to Nicki Minaj’s nod to Patron in her 2012 hit “Starships” — which has begun to reflect in its overall market share in the alcohol industry. In 2020, tequila sales skyrocketed by 46%, suggesting the general consumer has […]
Easy Gin & Honey Cocktails to make at home ?
Swinging into your inbox just in time for Friday drinks! Need a little cocktail inspiration? We’ve partnered with a local honey business, Curly Honey, to bring you some easy Gin & Honey cocktails to make at home and impress your mates. You’re welcome! A sweet & fruity highball HONEY BLUSH 60mls Lilly Pilly Pink Gin30mls […]
World Margarita Day with Patrón’s Joseph Chisholm
We are not sure who declared 22 February ‘Margarita Day’, but we’ll take it. Especially as it falls on a Monday which means there’s a whole weekend ahead of you to perfect your technique. Drinks Trade spoke to Patrón’s Brand Ambassador, Joseph Chisholm, who, as one would expect, knows how to make the perfect margarita. […]
St Huberts The Stag celebrates the spirit of the wilderness
St Huberts The Stag has launched a new brand campaign live in Australia now until mid-March. ‘Long Live the Wild’ celebrates the roaming, restless spirit of the wild and those who live wild at heart. This exciting new Australian campaign features across out of home (billboards), social media, YouTube, Cinema and Kayo; also appealing to […]