SWAN Valley distillery Old Young’s has been crowned international and Australian champions in their industry for vodka and gin.

Diageo has launched two limited edition Lagavulin and Caol Ila Scotch whiskeys for Fèis Ìle 2017, finished in Moscatel and Amoroso oak casks respectively.

Beam Suntory has unveiled a new marketing campaign for Cruzan Rum in support of the latest addition to its flavored range, Cruzan Tropical Rum.

Single malt Scotch brand Glenfiddich has launched new travel retail virtual reality (VR) activity for its Cask Collection developed by UK agency Purple Creative.

D1 Potato Vodka has been awarded a double gold medal, the highest accolade in the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Dom Pérignon has announced the launch of its 2009 vintage, ahead of the 2008 due to the warmth and richness of the year. The first time it has broken the order of its releases.

Nebbiolos from the little-known region of Alto Piemonte in the foothills of the Alps offer “an incredible alternative to Burgundy”, according to Italian wine expert David Berry Green.

Scotch whisky maker Douglas Laing & Co saw a 29% increase in sales last year, and has announced plans for further international growth.

Israel’s Milk & Honey Distillery, which previously employed the late Dr Jim Swan as master distiller, has launched what is thought to be the country’s first single malt whisky.

Diageo has launched two limited edition Lagavulin and Caol Ila Scotch whiskies for Fèis Ìle 2017, finished in Moscatel and Amoroso oak casks respectively.