China has moved to regulate alcohol-free wine and beer alongside conventional alcoholic beverages, tightening controls on sales to minors in its first comprehensive update on the country’s drinks regulation in 21 years following the fast rise of e-commerce and instant retail. Read More
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The World Cup is usually a goldmine for drinks companies. Not this time. Chinese merchants say midnight kick-offs have killed the tournament's biggest sales opportunity. Read More
Smaller celebrations, tighter budgets and changing attitudes are reshaping one of the drinks industry's most dependable sales channels. Read More
Global drinks giant Diageo is preparing for a sweeping round of job cuts as newly appointed chief executive Sir Dave Lewis accelerates a restructuring aimed at reviving growth after several years of weakening spirits demand. Read More
China has officially named its 80 biggest drinks chains for the first time. The leader runs more than 3,500 stores; the gap to No. 80 is over 350-fold. Read More
The global alcohol market contracted for a third consecutive year in 2025 and for the first time spirits overtook wine in volume. Read More
WSET says the redesign reflects a more global, digital-first future but critics argue it has stripped away the prestige and heritage that once defined the qualification. Read More
73% of alcohol deliveries now go to homes, while more than 90% of trade players warn the once-dominant banquet- and wedding-driven growth model is no longer sustainable.
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Air India has upgraded its inflight beverage offerings on international routes, expanding its selection of wines, sparkling wines and premium spirits. Read More
India’s high tariffs on European wine are set for a sharp reduction after the country and the European Union finalised a long-awaited free trade agreement, a move expected to significantly reshape market access for imported wine, spirits and beer. Read More