Marta Vidal named president of the Cava DO

The Regulatory Council of the Cava Designation of Origin has elected Marta Vidal as its new president for the next four years. 

Spirits overtake wine in total global volumes

For the first time since IWSR records began in 1990, the total volume of spirits consumed worldwide exceeded the total volume of wine consumed.

Stoli Group announces revamp of Bayou Rum portfolio

Stoli Group has announced it has started production overhauling Bayou Rum’s core portfolio.

The Millionaires� Club 2026: the world�s bestselling rum brands

Decline among the top names is the main subject of the picture, but some new entries make for interesting reading

Gonzalez Byass UK expands portfolio with G.H. Martel

González Byass UK has announced that it is now the UK distributor of G.H. Martel’s Champagne brands, G.H.

Lucas Bols grows US distribution

Lucas Bols USA has selected Johnson Brothers, Martignetti Companies, Reyes Beverage Group and Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits as its new distribution partners throughout the US.

Former Bacardi executive joins Drinksology Kirker Greer

Belfast-based spirits business, Drinksology Kirker Greer (DKG), has appointed Mike Birch as non-executive director, strengthening its board as the group accelerates its international growth strategy.

Botivo joins the Mangrove portfolio

Non-alcoholic brand Botivo has joined the Mangrove Global portfolio of spirits, world whiskies and non-alcoholic drinks.

The Millionaires� Club 2026: the world�s bestselling Indian whisky brands

Indian whisky remains one of the most important engines of The Millionaires’ Club, with brands growing from 157.9 million to 163.1 million cases – a 3.3% increase. 

The Millionaires� Club 2026: the world�s fastest growing million-case spirits

Domestic speci­ficity seems to be leading the major growth this year while international markets cope with disruption from various quarters