IWSR’s 2018 Global Beverage Alcohol Data shows growth in spirits but declines in beer and wine and forecasts overall market growth over next five years.

Author Archives: Andy Young
Andy joined Intermedia as Editor of The Shout in 2015, writing news on a daily basis and also writing features for National Liquor News. Now Managing Editor of both The Shout and Bars and Clubs.
Craft distillers must find additional channels to reach consumers
Nip of Courage founder Kathleen Davies talks to Drinks Adventures about gaining market share.
Embracing the cocktail culture
Alec Wagstaff, CEO of Spirits & Cocktails Australia on thinking differently about what you serve guests.
ACCC releases interim wine sector report
The ACCC report identifies a range of ‘concerning practices’ and ‘power imbalance’ in grower-winemaker relationships. Industry urged to respond.
Cider Australia trust mark hits stores
One hundred per cent Australian Grown trust mark for ciders made with 100 per cent Australian grown fruit.
Industry players named on AFR Rich List
The Australian Financial Review (AFR) has published its 2019 Rich List and once again a number industry big guns have been named in the top 200.
Retail Drinks and LMG offer discounted membership
The deal sees discounted membership of Retail Drinks Australia for all Liquor Marketing Group members.
Australian wine’s home ground advantage
The Australian market has a number of specific advantages for local wine, according to Wine Australia.
Glenfiddich launches unique distillery experience
The Glenfiddich Whisky Wanderer is bringing a little touch of Speyside to Australia.
Sip’n Save celebrates its 40th birthday
Andy Young talks to the team behind Sip’n Save about the secrets to its long-term success in South Australia.