Both brands will be distributed from September 2020 across the Tasman

Just 60 bottles of Westward’s limited edition American Single Malt Pinot Noir Cask Finish are arriving on Australian shores. The elegant expression of Westward Whiskey is influenced by Oregon’s premier varietal: Pinot Noir. Created in partnership with Suzor Wines, a producer in the Willamette Valley, Oregon’s revered winemaking region, this small batch release is bound … Continued

Diageo-owned Dufftown Distillery has launched The Singleton 12 Year Old into the Australian market, featuring a modern and vibrant teal refresh. Targeted toward a new generation of whisky drinkers, the single malt’s accessible taste profile suits those starting out on their whisky journey. It’s launching in Australia with a simple new serve, the ‘Plus Two’, … Continued

Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum has announced its global relaunch with a contemporary redesigned bottle and label alongside the release of a new premium rum blend, 8 Year Old Reserve. “We’re unveiling a fresh look for both our permanent collection of rums and our limited-edition versions, while maintaining our commitment to exceptional liquid,” said Master Blender … Continued

Baileys sold its two billionth bottle recently

Barrell Craft Spirits has announced it will expand distribution into Australia, the company’s first direct export market outside the US. The brand will be distributed via Orrsum Spirits. Australians will initially have access to the following Barrell Craft Spirits selections: Bourbon Batches 013, 020, 023, 024, BCS Bourbon, BCS Rum, Rye Batch 003, Dovetail American Whiskey and … Continued

Bacardi Spiced has launched in Australia, made with rum mellowed in charred American oak for a hint of smokiness and blended with natural flavours and spices. The versatile drink can be enjoyed with a classic mixer such as cola or ginger ale, even by itself poured over ice. The arrival of Bacardi Spiced to the … Continued

Spirits producers have been hit by a horror year

“It is a brand made for all, not the select few”

The West Winds has announced the early bottling of its Wild Plum Gin. The 2019 bottling of the flavoured gin was a such a sell-out success that the distillery has brought forward the date for its 2020 release. The flavoured gin category in Australia is booming, with 126% year-on-year growth, according to the IWSR Domestic … Continued