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On-trade operators see double-digit growth in Ireland

On-trade | Ireland’s on-trade enjoyed double-digit percentage growth in the first six months of 2023, according to CGA by NIQ’s On Premise Measurement tool

Hospitality VAT increase ‘tax on consumer’, says VFI

On-trade | The Vintners Federation of Ireland says the increase in the VAT rate is extremely disappointing

Premium alcohol on the rise despite global cost of living crisis, says Euromonitor 

On-trade | Premiumisation in key categories including champagne, gin, tequila and dark rum continues in face of steepest inflationary spiral in history 

Irish Distillers sees 11% net sales growth

Off-trade | Results for year ending 30 June 2023 were driven by Jameson net sales growing globally +10%

New Payment Innovation eyes rapid growth with 100 new hires

Marketing | News follows move to Citywest

The Wright Group announces expansion of Hogs & Heifers restaurant chain

On-trade | Major hospitality group seeks venues for up to six new Hogs & Heifers outlets and targets future expansion into the UK

Irish Food & Drink Month returns in October

The ultimate goal is to inspire bars, restaurants and hotels around the country to include more Irish food & drink offerings in their menus

A new chapter for Dundalk with launch of the Gateway Hotel

New name reflects the hotel being located as the gateway to both Dublin and Belfast, being only one hours drive to each city

Pearse Lyons Distillery retains prestigious Origin Green Gold Membership status from Bord Bia

In recognition of their commitment to excellence in whiskey production and sustainability efforts alike, Pearse Lyons Distillery has retained Origin Green Gold Membership status for the second consecutive year.
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