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Diageo’s 2025 first half results mark a ‘return to growth’

On-trade | Growth in four of its five regions was supported by market share gains

Press Up group unveils new name

On-trade | Press Up will now be known as Eclective. The group was originally formed in 2009 by Paddy McKillen Jnr and Matt Ryan and operates a variety of restaurants, bars and a cinema

Changing Times Brewery launches new stout as Guinness prices rise

On-trade | The new stout brings the total number of drinks offered by the Changing Times Brewery to three since their launch last November

The G Hotel & Spa appoints new general manager

On-trade | Seasoned hospitality expert Bastien Peyraud has been appointed as the new general manager, with more than 20 years of experience in luxury hotels across Europe

Cork Whiskey Fest 2025 raises a glass to emergency services with exclusive discount

On-trade | This year, festival co-founder Laurie O’Dwyer is giving back to emergency services personnel with an exclusive 25% discount for select events, recognising their dedication and hard work

Hastings Hotels takes home three merit awards at CIE Tours Excellence Awards

On-trade | Hastings Hotels celebrates a triple win at the CIE Tours International Awards of Excellence, with the Culloden Estate & Spa, Grand Central Hotel, and Europa Hotel all receiving Merit Awards for exceptional guest experiences

The Marketing Society of Ireland appoints new council chair for 2025

On-trade | Orlagh Geraghty, head of brand marketing at Britvic Ireland, brings more than 15 years of marketing experience and succeeds Mark Noble as chair

OurWhisky Foundation relaunches the Atonia Programme

On-trade | The OurWhisky Foundation has restructured its renowned mentorship programme, now called the Atonia Programme, to provide more opportunities for women and non-binary individuals in whiskey

London Spirits Competition releases judges lineup for 2025

This year's lineup features a distinguished group of industry experts including importers, press, master distillers along with the top bar managers and hospitality professionals

Gunpowder Gin launches exclusive 'panda conservation edition' bottle at Dublin Airport

The new bottle, celebrating a decade of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, supports the Sichuan Green Foundation’s efforts to protect the Giant Panda and its surrounding communities

19 Crimes challenges traditional romance with unique Dublin activation

This Valentine’s Day, 19 Crimes challenged traditional love with an installation in Dublin, encouraging consumers to embrace unconventional relationships and celebrate love on their own terms

Smithwick’s launches ‘Originals Find Originals’ to celebrate Irish tradition

Smithwick’s has launched the new brand platform, spotlighting those reinventing Irish traditions
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