Freixenet, the #1international sparkling wine brand, is entering the spirits category by launching a new aperitif Freixenet Solare. The new product, with an alcohol content of 11% vol., is a Mediterranean Aperitivo crafted with Spanish lemon, clementine, and rosemary, and complemented by botanicals. “With Freixenet Solare, we are consistently focusing on natural flavors, Mediterranean moments […]
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Inspired by chocolate and flowers, Hendrick’s launches Another Hendrick’s, first permanent release in nearly a decade
Hendrick’s Gin has announced the launch of Another Hendrick’s, the first permanent release for the gin brand in nine years. Another Hendrick’s is infused with rose and cucumber, and layered with orange blossom and cacao beans housed in a white bottle. Inspired by her love for chocolate and flowers, Hendrick’s Master Distiller Lesley Gracie set […]
DAOU Vineyards and Duty Free Global announce global distribution partnership
DAOU Vineyards, the luxury wine estate from Paso Robles, California, has announced a strategic global distribution partnership with Duty Free Global. DAOU says that this collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the brand’s mission to bring world-class wines to discerning travelers worldwide. The agreement will spotlight DAOU’s prestigious Reserve collection and its iconic flagship wine, […]
CVH Spirits appoints Blue Caterpillar as exclusive TR Americas distributor
CVH Spirits has announced the signing of an exclusive, long-term distribution agreement with Blue Caterpillar for Travel Retail Americas. CVH Spirits’ portfolio includes premium single malt Scotch whisky brands Bunnahabhain, Deanston and Tobermory. Blue Caterpillar says the single malt Scotch whisky category continues to represent one of the most dynamic segments within premium spirits across […]
B&S appoints Luke Maga as Global Sales Director, Duty Free & Travel Retail
B&S has appointed Luke Maga as Global Sales Director for its Duty Free & Travel Retail division. The appointment further strengthens the company’s focus on building long-term partnerships and delivering added value to customers and brand owners through its efficient, scalable King of Reach distribution model, says the company. In his new role, Maga will […]
Absolut Vodka turns up the heat with new Absolut Tabasco
Absolut Vodka has partnered with Tabasco Brand for the launch of a new spicy vodka, Absolut Tabasco. The new collaboration launches this February across 50+ markets including global travel retail. According to Rae Gibson, Director, Power Brands and Emerging Categories, Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail, Pernod Ricard will be staging a “truly global takeover” in travel […]
Ashish Gandham appointed Suntory Oceania Managing Director
Suntory Oceania has announced the appointment of Ashish Gandham as Managing Director, Suntory Global Spirits – Oceania. Gandham currently serves as Managing Director of Suntory Global Spirits Global Travel Retail in Singapore. No replacement has yet been appointed for the GTR role. The company says GTR remains a top priority for Suntory Global Spirits, and […]
Ghost Tequila names John McDonnell Executive Chairman
Boston-based Ghost Tequila has announced the appointment of John McDonnell as Executive Chairman of the Board. Until recently, McDonnell served as Managing Director, International, at Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Over his 12-year tenure he led the expansion of the brand from a handful of North American markets to nearly 150 countries and islands worldwide and distribution […]
René Machon joins Blue Caterpillar as Commercial Director Europe
International boutique spirits distribution company Blue Caterpillar has announced the appointment of René Machon as Commercial Director Europe as of January 1st 2026. Based in Hamburg, Germany, Machon will lead Blue Caterpillar’s European expansion and development efforts. René Machon brings more than 20 years of international experience in the spirits industry, with a strong focus […]
Jim Beam shuts down production at one of its Kentucky distilleries for 2026
Jim Beam has announced that is it halting production at one of its distilleries in Kentucky for at least a year. Bourbon makers across the country have been reacting to declining drinking and tariffs. Monthly data released by the Treasury Department showed that through August, whiskey distillers had produced under 142 million proof gallons, 55 […]
Campari Group brings Aperol and Espolòn Tequila to Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay
Campari Group Global Travel Retail (GTR) Americas and Royal Caribbean marked a milestone in their partnership during Royal Caribbean’s 2025 President’s Cruise, unveiling a first-ever activation at the vacation brand’s exclusive destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay. On September 24, Oasis Lagoon – the destination freshwater pool – and Hideaway Beach, the island’s adults-only area, were […]
Maison Martell celebrates Year of the Horse with limited editions supported with a 360 campaign
In celebration of Chinese New Year, Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail (PR GTR) and Maison Martell have launched a range of limited edition bottles and gift boxes, including three travel exclusives. The Year of the Horse launches are supported by an omnichannel masterbrand campaign and multiple GTR activations across key locations in Asia-Pacific and the […]
L’Oréal and Pernod Ricard unveil “sparkling” cross-category collaboration with Avolta in São Paulo
L’Oréal, Pernod Ricard, and Avolta have unveiled a “sparkling” pop up activation at São Paulo Guarulhos Airport with Avolta Brazil this month. The joyous activation brings together two iconic French brands – Lancôme and Perrier-Jouët — in a shared mission to deliver unforgettable experiences for travelers in Brazil. “We are elevating the journey with prestige […]
WGS’ Hudson Whiskey celebrates NYC’s iconic taxis at JFK T4
William Grant & Sons is featuring New York’s own Hudson Whiskey in a new endcap at JFK Terminal 4 with DFS, bringing a vibrant touch of New York City to the travel retail environment. Its bold design, inspired by the iconic yellow taxis, invites travelers to take home a piece of the city’s spirit while […]
Suntory offers first ever Knob Creek barrel pick with Holland America
Suntory Global Spirits has partnered with Holland America Line to launch two special barrels of Knob Creek exclusively with the cruise line, a big step for Suntory’s ambitions for its cruise business. Drew Foulk, Senior Manager, Dining & Beverage Operations and Innovation for Holland America Line & Seabourn, traveled to the James B. Beam Distilling […]
