For the first time in history, employees of the LCBO are out on strike in protest of the Ontario government's decision to expand the sale of alcohol in convenience and grocery stores.
Japan's wine import market experienced a significant decline in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 10% reduction compared to the same period in 2023.
spiritsEUROPE has announced the launch of its annual impact report to summarise the scope and reach of its responsible drinking initiatives (RDIs) across Europe.
A concerning number of Australian women are drinking at dangerous levels despite knowing that it is likely to be causing them harm, warn Flinders University researchers.
Corner stores can now apply for a licence to sell alcohol as part of what the Ontario government has described as "the largest expansion of consumer choice and convenience since the end of prohibition."
Australian winemaker Penfolds is optimistic about opportunities in the Chinese market, and is aligning closely with Chinese partners, Tom King, Penfolds Managing Director told the Global Times recently.
A recent report by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has highlighted the substantial economic impact of the UK's wine and spirit industry, which contributed over £76bn to the economy in 2022. This marks a significant increase from the £49bn reported five years ago.
A Queensland craft brewery has recalled a beer product because it could contain excess alcohol.
White Lies Brewing Company has recalled its Hazy Craze Sessions NEIPA because secondary fermentation has led to increased alcohol and carbonation levels.
High Chinese tariffs on EU brandy would leave French companies with vast amounts of cognac that could be hard to sell elsewhere, according to Reuters' calculations, analysts, and investors who fear firms could be forced to discount.
The UK brewing industry is continuing to experience closures across the country, new figures from the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) show.