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
Beer
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
Henan Kingstar Brewery rose to prominence after its tea-flavoured beer went viral on livestreaming platforms, driving rapid revenue and profit growth.
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China’s largest all-day restaurant bar chain, COMMUNE, has filed for an initial public offering in Hong Kong, betting that a hybrid model can continue to deliver growth even as the country’s bar industry struggles with weakening demand and rising costs. Read More
Inside Xiaojiuwo’s playbook as 60% of sales shift online and scale becomes a survival test. Read More
With Japan set to slash beer taxes in 2026 and erase long-standing price advantages for low-malt alternatives, Suntory is moving early, retooling its bestselling Kinmugi … Read More
The partnership combines fine dining rankings with instant delivery, reflecting how beer brands are chasing new consumption moments. Read More
Waimai Alcohol Delivery, Meituan’s on-demand alcohol arm, is on track to double its transaction value in 2025, highlighting both the momentum — and mounting strains — in China’s fiercely competitive instant retail race. Read More