March 18, 2025 | Beverages

Global beverage experts explore Japan’s sake, honkaku shochu, and awamori culture

This exclusive program offers first-hand experience of Japan’s traditional brewing and distilling techniques The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS) is hosting a special tour inviting top professionals from…

March 18, 2025 | Beverages

Adverse weather conditions causing coffee prices to reach highest levels

New FAO study notes a nearly 40 per cent price surge in 2024 due to supply-side disruptions, primarily from unfavourable weather World coffee prices reached a multi-year high in 2024…

March 18, 2025 | Beverages

PepsiCo to acquire poppi

The company continues to evolve its portfolio through innovation and strategic acquisitions PepsiCo announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire poppi, a fast-growing prebiotic soda brand,…

March 17, 2025 | Beverages

Radico Khaitan’s Rampur Distillery unveils Ankahi Zaffran Spiced Liqueur 

Shipments will begin in April 2025, with distribution in key markets across the USA, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, available at leading liquor retailers and duty-free shops worldwide Radico Khaitan Limited Rampur Distillery unveiled Ankahi…

March 17, 2025 | Beverages

Indonesia’s Toko Kopi Tuku expands to Bandung with opening new store

This marks a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion Toko Kopi Tuku (TUKU), a local coffee brand in Indonesia, announced the opening of its 61st store, TUKU Ambon, in Bandung,…

March 13, 2025 | Beverages

Singapore’s LeVeL33 recognised by Guinness World Records as World’s highest microbrewery

149.32-meter-high ContemBrewery experience sets global benchmark in craftsmanship and sustainability LeVeL33 was awarded the title of Highest Microbrewery in a Building by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™. Official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ adjudicator Emi Saito presented the record and confirmed…

March 12, 2025 | Beverages

New Zealand energy brand overcoming midday slump with protein

Firebird Energy is an innovative protein-powered energy drink that helps professionals stay focused and productive throughout the day The infamous midday slump is a common challenge faced by employees across…

March 12, 2025 | Beverages

Johnnie Walker Vault opens door to luxury Scotch whisky

Johnnie Walker Vault will bring its unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship to life through rare products, experiences and collaborations Pioneering the next chapter in luxury spirits, Johnnie Walker, the world’s leading…

March 11, 2025 | Beverages

Taiwan’s Kavalan releases 15-year-old whisky

15 years single malt whisky’ is Kavalan’s first age-statement whisky Kavalan Distillery is launching its first-ever whisky with an age statement, matured in four unique casks: ex-Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry, Ruby Port, and…

March 7, 2025 | Australia

Women’s representation in Australian wine sector sees growth, but challenges remain

The 2024 report, Women in the Australian Wine Sector, conducted by Dr Jeremy Galbreath of Strateos Group and funded by Wine Australia, shows significant increases in female representation across CEO,…