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Kiwi wines chosen by world’s best somms
Three New Zealand wineries have had wines chosen for the second edition of the prestigious World’s Best Sommeliers’ Selection…
Beer volumes back to pre-COVID levels
The Brewers Association says that new data shows that beer volumes have rebounded to pre-COVID levels…
New role for Emma Marris at Marisco Family Vineyards
Marisco Vineyards has announced the appointment of Emma Marris to the new role of Assistant Managing Director…
Golds for Kiwis at World Whiskies Awards
New Zealand distillers celebrated a slew of gold medal wins at the World Whiskies Awards 2025 for Whisky Rest of World (RoW)…
Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay Collection 2023 revealed
Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers is celebrating five years of the prestigious Hawke’s Bay Annual Chardonnay Collection with the announcement of the 2023 vintage selection…
New Group Winemaker for Indevin
Indevin Group has announced the appointment of David Roper as Group Winemaker…
Art of Italicus cocktail comp opens to Kiwi bartenders
Entries for global cocktail competition The Art of Italicus aperitivo challenge have opened and New Zealand is among the 10 countries invited to participate…
Countdown on to DramFest 2025
Australasia’s largest spirits education and tasting festival, DramFest, returns to Christchurch from February 28 to March 2…
NZ Cider Day to debut on March 8
The The Fruit Wine & Cider Makers Association of NZ has announced that the first NZ Cider Day is to be held on Saturday 8 March, 2025…
Wine pioneer Peter Babich passes away at 92
The Babich family is mourning the passing of Peter Babich, a respected leader in the New Zealand wine industry, who has passed away aged 92…
NZ’s Top 50 Gastropubs for 2025 revealed
The results are in for the second annual Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand Gastropub Awards…
Suntory Oceania appoints NZ Licensed Sales Director
Suntory Oceania has appointed Jared Chamberlain to the role of New Zealand Licensed Sales Director…
Monkey Shoulder reveals its new-look bottle
Whisky brand Monkey Shoulder has updated its bottle with a fresh new look that includes a new label and a lighter bottle…
New report spotlights local brewing industry
A new report provides a comprehensive overview of the New Zealand brewing sector’s impact on the economy, tourism, and regional communities…
Thirsty Camel now Campari NZ
Distributor Thirsty Camel NZ Ltd, a majority-owned joint venture, has changed its name to Campari New Zealand Ltd, a fully-owned in-market company of Campari Group…
Lawson’s Dry Hills celebrates B Corp Certification
Lawson’s Dry Hills has announced it is now B Corp Certified, in time for the release of its 2024 wines…
Hospitality NZ welcomes visitor visa change
Hospitality New Zealand is welcoming visitor visa changes allowing tourists to work remotely while visiting New Zealand...
New Minister for Hospitality and Tourism
The hospitality and tourism sectors have a new Minister following Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s Cabinet reshuffle…
Breweries gear up for Marchfest 2025
Nelson’s local and regional brewers are preparing to debut brand new beers at the 18th annual Marchfest…
NZ white wine the UK’s festive pick
New Zealand white wine showed strong performance in the UK over the festive season…