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A little curiosity, a lot of craftsmanship and one rather unexpected ingredient… 🐒🍸🍄On Monday evening, the Global Drinks...
14/10/2026

A little curiosity, a lot of craftsmanship and one rather unexpected ingredient… 🐒🍸🍄

On Monday evening, the Global Drinks Intel team joined Monkey 47 to celebrate the launch of its highly anticipated Distiller’s Cut 2026.

Now in its 16th edition, this year’s limited release introduces oyster mushroom as the gin’s 48th botanical, bringing a distinctive savoury, umami character to the iconic Black Forest spirit.

Having recently featured Monkey 47 on the front cover of Global Drinks Intel, it was fantastic to celebrate the latest chapter in the brand’s story and its continued commitment to creativity, craftsmanship and pushing the boundaries of gin.

A brilliant evening with a brand that never fails to surprise!

Read our recent feature on Monkey 47 at drinks-intel.com.

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GDI attended the U.S Spirits Industry media breakfast hired by Distilled Spirits Council US which was joined by the US E...
13/10/2026

GDI attended the U.S Spirits Industry media breakfast hired by Distilled Spirits Council US which was joined by the US Embassy Berlin, the American Wh***ey Association in 15 American distillers. Briefings given by Nicolas Rubio from U.S Embassy Berlin, Alan D. Meltzer, charge d’affairs a.i of the U.S. Mission to Germany, and Michael Bilello of The American Wh***ey Association. Bar Convent Berlin ***ey

🥂 And that’s a wrap on judging!Two incredible days at London’s Art Workers’ Guild, where our expert panel put this year’...
08/10/2026

🥂 And that’s a wrap on judging!

Two incredible days at London’s Art Workers’ Guild, where our expert panel put this year’s Global Drinks Awards entries to the test.

From blind tastings to detailed scoring, every entry was assessed with expertise, independence and care. Now, the countdown to the winners begins! 🏆

A huge thank you to our fantastic judges, Felicia and the W**e Sorted team, everyone behind the scenes and, of course, every producer who entered.

And a special thank you to our sponsors:
⭐ OKI Europe Ltd – Headline Sponsor
⭐ The Wh**ky Shop Auctions – Wh**ky Category Sponsor
⭐ The Gin Guild – Gin Category Sponsor

🏆 Winners revealed 18 November. Stay tuned!

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🍷 A memorable afternoon with **es at the beautiful Azzurra Restaurant on Sloane Street, where Global Drinks Intel was in...
18/06/2026

🍷 A memorable afternoon with **es at the beautiful Azzurra Restaurant on Sloane Street, where Global Drinks Intel was invited to experience an exceptional w**e-pairing lunch showcasing the creativity, innovation and craftsmanship that have made Pasqua one of Italy’s most exciting w**e producers.

The menu was expertly matched with a stunning selection of w**es, including:

✨ Y by 11 Minutes Rosé Trevenezie IGT – an elegant and gastronomic rosé offering freshness, structure and delicate notes of red fruit, citrus and subtle oak.

✨ Hey French, You Could Have Made This But You Didn’t – Edizione V – Pasqua’s acclaimed multi-vintage white w**e, combining freshness, volcanic minerality and remarkable complexity.

✨ Mizzole Valpolicella Superiore DOC – a vibrant and refined expression of Valpolicella, layered with blueberry, currant and spice.

✨ Pasqua + Smith Pinot Noir Edizione I – an innovative collaboration with Washington State w**emaker Charles Smith, bringing together Old and New World w**emaking philosophies.

The lunch concluded in unforgettable style with a chilled glass of Sangue d’Oro Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2022, the remarkable collaboration between Pasqua and French actress Carole Bouquet. Served as a dessert w**e aperitivo, it beautifully demonstrated the versatility of sweet w**es beyond the traditional end-of-meal serve, revealing layers of dried apricot, fig and almond alongside extraordinary freshness.

A wonderful celebration of Pasqua’s “House of the Unconventional” philosophy and a reminder that great w**e is at its best when shared around the table.

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Suntory Global Spirits is spotlighting Japanese wh**ky culture in the UK with a new series of Toki-focused events inspir...
26/05/2026

Suntory Global Spirits is spotlighting Japanese wh**ky culture in the UK with a new series of Toki-focused events inspired by Tokyo’s listening bar scene.

The “Toki-O Nights” programme created in partnership with Technics will run across London, Manchester and Edinburgh, combining vinyl-led music sessions with Japanese wh**ky highball serves and immersive experiences influenced by Japan’s kissaten café culture.

The activation forms part of a wider push behind Suntory Wh**ky Toki, the blended Japanese wh**ky crafted from whiskies produced at the Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries.

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12/05/2026

A brilliant day at 🍸
Insightful conversations, valuable connections, and a great opportunity to share perspectives on the evolving global drinks landscape with us at Global Drinks Intel.

16/03/2026

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