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Give to gain: join SB for International Women’s Day

Give to gain: join SB for International Women’s Day

‘Give to gain’ is the theme for International Women’s Day 2026 and next week The Spirits Business will hold an…

By Melita Kiely
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Dick Bradsell: lessons learned from an industry icon

Dick Bradsell: lessons learned from an industry icon

As the 10-year anniversary of Dick Bradsell's death approaches, Mark Jennings reflects on some important lessons he imprinted on hospitality…

By Mark Jennings
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Entries open for The Spirits Business Awards 2026

Entries open for The Spirits Business Awards 2026

Did your brand, bar or distillery excel last year? If so, take note – The Spirits Business Awards 2026 is now…

By Melita Kiely
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Chinese spirits plunge 56% in Diageo H1

A 'soft' US market and a double-digit drop for Chinese spirits caused Diageo's first-half sales to decrease by 2.8%…

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The Asian Spirits Masters 2026

The Spirits Business will stage The Asian Spirits Masters competition in a drink to find and reward the finest Asian Spirits brands on the world...

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Entries open for The Spirits Business Awards 2026

Did your brand, bar or distillery excel last year? If so, take note – The Spirits Business Awards 2026 is now open for entries

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The Tequila & Mezcal Masters 2026

The Spirits Business will stage The Tequila & Mezcal Masters competition in a drive to find and reward the finest tequila & mezcal brands on...

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The Cognac Masters 2026

The Spirits Business will stage The Cognac Masters competition in a drive to find and reward the finest Cognac brands on the world stage. Chaired...

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Pre-Mixed & RTD & Hard Seltzer 2026

The Spirits Business is proud to announce the Pre-Mixed & RTD & Hard Seltzer, the most extensive competition in the Global Spirits Masters series.

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The Brandy Masters 2026

The Spirits Business will stage The Brandy Masters competition in a drive to find and reward the finest brandy brands on the world stage. Chaired...

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