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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 39m

Constellation Brands delivered stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, even as beer sales and shipments fell sharply. Cost savings and premium pricing have helped offset volume declines, while the company reaffirms its full-year outlook.

Constellation Brands beats expectations despite beer sales slump

Constellation Brands delivered stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, even as beer sales and shipments fell sharply. Cost savings and premium pricing have helped offset volume declines, while the ...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 48m

Britain’s record-breaking 2025 summer has created an exceptional cider vintage, with apples rich in sugar and flavour but some small producers say their brews are now too strong to sell in pubs.

Long, hot summer leaves cider makers with drinks too strong for pubs

Britain’s record-breaking 2025 summer has delivered a once-in-a-generation cider vintage, rich in sugar and complexity. Yet for small producers, the very ripeness that defines the year’s fruit also ri...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 50m

James Wellesley pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy after defrauding investors with claims of high-value wine-backed loans.

British man admits to $99 million fake wine loan scam in New York

James Wellesley pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy after defrauding investors with claims of high-value wine-backed loans.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 54m

The Scotch whisky industry has hailed the landmark UK-India trade deal as “transformative”, with tariffs set to be cut and exports to the world’s largest whisky market expected to soar.

Scotch whisky to toast £1bn export boost under UK-India trade deal

The Scotch whisky industry has hailed the landmark UK-India trade deal as “transformative”, with tariffs set to be cut.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 57m

For both nimble, data-driven operations and “unashamedly old school” businesses, there are products and clients offering strong margins to the UK trade. A DB Conference panel yesterday explained all.

Where are the margins for the UK drinks trade?

For both data-driven operations and “unashamedly old school” businesses, there are products and clients offering strong margins to the trade.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 1d

The broadcaster joined industry figures at Claridge’s for The Drinks Trust Gala, helping raise more than £60,000 to support people working across the drinks trade.

Graham Norton helps raise £60k for The Drinks Trust at star-studded gala

The broadcaster and comedian co-hosted the annual charity event at Claridge’s alongside rum ambassador Ian Burrell.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 1d

American-made spirits exports plunged 9% in Q2, with major declines in key markets such as Canada, the EU and Japan. Industry leaders warn that both trade tensions and a growing global move toward local brands may signal a deeper, structural change.

US spirits exports slump as tariffs and consumer shifts bite

American-made spirits exports plunged 9% in Q2, with major declines in key markets such as Canada, the EU and Japan. Industry leaders warn that both trade tensions and a growing global move toward loc...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 1d

Pubs across England are getting ready to remain open until 1am during World Cup late kick-offs, according to reports.

Pubs poised to introduce new two-hour rule in England

Pubs across England are getting ready to remain open until 1am during World Cup late kick-offs, according to reports.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 1d

In an exclusive interview with db, CruTrade CEO Devon Ferreira reveals why the fine wine trading platform, launched on Tuesday, brings producers “back into the value loop”.

CruTrade CEO: 'Every time a bottle moves, it dies a little bit'

CruTrade CEO Devon Ferreira tells db why the fine wine trading platform, launched on Tuesday, brings producers "back into the value loop".

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 1d

The Netflix series follows the ascent of the Guinness brand through Dublin’s murky political landscape in 1868 and sneaks in a number of references to other alcoholic drinks consumed at the time, from fine wine to local spirits. db investigates.

All the drinks in House of Guinness

The Netflix series follows the ascent of the Guinness brand through Dublin's murky political landscape in 1868 and sneaks in a number of references to other alcoholic drinks consumed at the time, from...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 2d

The Napa Valley producer is currently undergoing a “massive renovation” of its winery, with owner Constellation Brands investing as much as US$200 million into the revamp, db can reveal.

Robert Mondavi Winery to get major facelift in 2026

The Napa Valley producer is currently undergoing a "massive renovation" of its winery, with owner Constellation Brands investing as much as US$200 million into the revamp, db can reveal.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 2d

The wine retailer has begun a major recruitment drive ahead of the festive season, seeking 150 new team members across its nationwide network of shops. The move comes as Majestic prepares to serve more customers than ever before during its busiest trading period.

Majestic launches search for 150 new colleagues to deliver 'biggest-ever Christmas'

The wine retailer has begun a major recruitment drive ahead of the festive season, seeking 150 new team members across its nationwide network of shops. The move comes as Majestic prepares to serve mor...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 2d

Breaking into Middle Eastern markets “isn’t all about targeting the super-wealthy”, Constellation Brands tells db. Wine companies mustn’t forget there are consumers looking for “everyday value”, too.

Look beyond the super-wealthy to succeed in the Middle East

Breaking into Middle Eastern markets "isn't all about targeting the super-wealthy", Constellation Brands tells db. Wine companies mustn't forget there are consumers looking for "everyday value", too.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 2d

Japanese drinks giant Asahi has restarted operations at all six of its domestic breweries following suspension due to a cyber-attack last week.

Asahi restarts brewing at its domestic breweries

Japanese drinks giant Asahi has restarted operations at all six of its domestic breweries following suspension due to a cyber-attack last week.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 2d

The retail industry “can’t take a huge amount more cost”, the CEO of the Wine Society Steve Finlan has warned, ahead of the November budget.

The Wine Society: The industry can't take 'huge amount more cost'

The retail industry “can’t take a huge amount more cost”, the CEO of the Wine Society Steve Finlan has warned, ahead of the November budget.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 3d

Rafael Calderón, managing director of Grupo Avinea, tells Sarah Neish about Argentina’s latest Geographical Indication – and why President Trump’s tariffs provide “a window of opportunity” for Argentine producers.

The big interview: Rafael Calderón

Rafael Calderón, managing director of Grupo Avinea, tells Sarah Neish about Argentina’s latest Geographical Indication – and why President Trump’s tariffs provide “a window of opportunity” for Argenti...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 3d

Former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill obtained a doctor’s note prescribing him alcohol “especially at mealtimes” during a trip to the US while Prohibition was in force.

Churchill wangled a booze 'sick note' during Prohibition

Former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill obtained a doctor's note prescribing him alcohol "especially at mealtimes" during a trip to the US while Prohibition was in force.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 3d

James Wellesley is set to admit to charges in New York over a fake fine wine investment scheme that duped investors out of nearly $100 million.

British man to plead guilty in $100 million US wine fraud case

James Wellesley is set to admit to charges in New York over a fake fine wine investment scheme that duped investors out of nearly $100m.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 3d

Brown-Forman has unveiled plans to repurchase up to US$400m of its own shares over the next year in what it calls a sign of confidence in its long-term prospects. Analysts, however, are divided over whether the move signals recovery or reflects desperation after a bruising year for the Bourbon maker

Brown-Forman could bet on US$400m share buyback to restore investor faith

Brown-Forman has unveiled plans to repurchase up to US$400m of its own shares over the next year in what it calls a sign of confidence in its long-term prospects. Analysts, however, are divided over w...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 3d

Bolney Wine Estate in Sussex will begin a two-year project this autumn to grub up and replant its 30-year-old 18-acre vineyard. Speaking to db, James Davis MW said the move is “a very exciting evolution for Bolney” and “a strategic investment in both sustainability and relevance”.

‘We’re planning for the next 30 years’: James Davis MW on Bolney’s two-year vineyard transformation

Bolney Wine Estate in Sussex will begin a two-year project this autumn to grub up and replant its 30-year-old 18-acre vineyard. Speaking to db, James Davis MW said the move is “a very exciting evoluti...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 6d

Ordering wine by the glass has shifted from a “cheapskate” move to one reflecting an enthusiasm to explore, according to Jancis Robinson MW. So what has lifted the stigma? db reports.

Should we be serving premium wines by the glass?

Ordering wine by the glass has shifted from a "cheapskate" move to one reflecting an enthusiasm to explore, according to Jancis Robinson MW.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 6d

The 2025 TFWA Conference & Exhibition culminated this week, following four show days filled with meetings, networking and events. Here, db reveals some of the trends shaping global travel retail’s drinks landscape right now.

Top 5 trends from the TFWA

The 2025 TFWA Conference & Exhibition culminated this week, following four show days filled with meetings, networking and events. Here, db reveals some of the trends shaping global travel retail’s dri...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 6d

ProWein has confirmed the appointment of Frank Schindler as its new director from 15 October 2025. The industry veteran will lead the Düsseldorf fair and its international editions.

Frank Schindler appointed director of ProWein Düsseldorf

ProWein has confirmed the appointment of Frank Schindler as its new director from 15 October 2025. The industry veteran will lead the Düsseldorf fair and its international editions.

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 6d

Major Japanese retailers have warned customers of likely Asahi shortages after hackers hit the brewer’s ordering and delivery system earlier this week. As a result, most of the Asahi Group’s factories have been at a standstill since Monday.

Asahi 'handwriting orders' following devastating cyberhack

Major Japanese retailers have warned customers of likely Asahi shortages after hackers hit the brewer's ordering and delivering system earlier this week. As a result, most of the Asahi Group's factori...

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The Drinks Business @teamdb.bsky.social · 6d

Moët Hennessy is locked in a legal battle with its former CFO Mark Stead, with the drinks firm accusing him of breaching a non-disclosure agreement by leaking secrets for an article about his partner’s sexual misconduct allegations.

Ousted CFO in €4m legal spat with Moët Hennessy over NDA

Moët Hennessy is locked in a legal battle with its former CFO Mark Stead, with the drinks firm accusing him of breaching a non-disclosure agreement by leaking secrets for an article about his partner’...

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