After leading the Coles Liquor business for over three years, Blackhurst has decided to return home to the UK.
Author Archives: Brydie Allen
Brydie Allen is the Editor of National Liquor News. She has been with Food and Beverage Media since 2019, when she joined the company as a journalist across National Liquor News, Bars & Clubs, The Shout and Australian Hotelier. Brydie's current go-to beverage is a Tommy's margarita. Follow her on Instagram: @brydiera
Posted inSpirits & RTD
Smilov Spirits expands with new lavender gin
The Australian distiller is taking the next step after launching with a vodka and an unconventional mindset.
Posted inWine
McGuigan launches mid-strength wine
McGuigan Black Label Mid has 20 per cent fewer calories and alcohol and is the brand’s first mid-strength wine.
Posted inRetail News
ALM purchases The Bottle-O Pit Lane in Darwin
The store has been operating under The Bottle-O brand since 2017 and will now have its liquor license transferred to ALM ownership.
Posted inSpirits & RTD
Vanguard Luxury Brands takes spirits to a new level
We can expect to see plenty of innovation and new product launches from Vanguard Luxury Brands in 2023.
Posted inFeatures
Exciting launches on the horizon from Global Endeavours Australia
The company is planning a number of launches in the coming year, including NZ wines, RTDs and some non-alcoholic products.
Posted inWine
De Bortoli demonstrates fully integrated sustainability and innovation
Darren De Bortoli details the plans for the year ahead and the high points of the business for the past 12 months.
Posted inFeatures
Fever-Tree focused on selling serves
Fever-Tree has noted that ‘selling serves’ is a key opportunity for liquor retailers in 2023.
Posted inRetail News
ALM shows the strength of independent liquor
Positive results in a number of areas have shown a growing consumer love for supporting local independent retail.
Posted inWine
Calabria Family Wine Group sees strength on all fronts
Andrew Calabria detailed the key strategic achievements of 2022 that the group will build on in 2023.