Olly Wehring

AB InBev has entered discussions with European soccer's governing body, UEFA, to sponsor its men's club competitions, including the UEFA Champions League.

Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits has posted a second consecutive quarter of double-digit sales declines as flagship scotch William Peel continues to struggle in France.

Earlier this year, the American Whiskey Association came into being, followed in September, by the appointment of its first CEO. Global Drinks Intel editor Olly Wehring congratulated Michael Bilello on his new role this month, while also quizzing him on the trade association's aspirations.

Last month, Suntory Global Spirits secured 'official spirits partner' status for its Jim Beam flagship with the newly-founded Cadillac Formula 1 Team. Shortly afterwards, Global Drinks Intel editor Olly Wehring talked with Rashidi Hodari, the MD of the group's James B Beam Distilling Co unit, to understand the rationale behind the high-profile tie-up.

Three years into his co-founded vodka brand's journey, Mohit Singh cut his JP Morgan cord to focus solely on Desi Daru in June 2024. Sixteen months on, he shares the adventure so far for his high-end 'Indian booze' with Global Drinks Intel editor Olly Wehring.

Despite its size, The Wine Group has traditionally been one of the quieter brand owners in the category. Earlier this year, however, the company hit the headlines when it bought a slew of brands and assets from Constellation Brands. Earlier this month, Global Drinks Intel editor Olly Wehring caught up with CEO John Sutton to hear more about the acquisition as well as The Wine Group's subsequently-updated aspirations.

Roberts spent 20 years with New York's Banfi Vintners before heading to California and Riboli in 2021.

Not-for-profit organisation the International Alliance for Responsible Drinking rounds up the latest ESG-related efforts from its brand-owner members. Here’s what they’ve been up to so far in August.

Not-for-profit organisation the International Alliance for Responsible Drinking rounds up the latest ESG-related efforts from its brand-owner members. Here’s what they’ve been up to so far in Augus…

Suntory Holdings has flagged a reversal of the sales performance of its alcohol businesses in the first half of this year.