The Shout NZ

As the 18th annual Marchfest event approaches, the spotlight is turning to the brewers who make this festival so special.

Entries are now officially open for the Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA), the world’s largest annual beer competition evaluating both draught and packaged beer.

Premium liquor importer and distributor Thirsty Camel has announced its official name change from Thirsty Camel to Campari NZ Ltd, effective 21st January 2025.

Zebra striping is a recent trend to socialise while having a beer, wine or spirit and alternating between alcohol and a no or low-alcohol drink.

It’s the 13th time Summer F.A.W.C! has been staged at venues across the region famed for its internationally acclaimed wines.

As part of the Cabinet reshuffle announced this week, Minister Doocey will step down from this role, marking the end of his time as the first Minister to hold this dedicated portfolio.

In the four-week period leading up to 28 December 2024, New Zealand white wine was the country of origin leader in the Still White Wine Category, with value growth up 7.3% and volume growth up 9.7% compared to the same period last year.

The event is an opportunity to meet passionate Pinot Noir producers from around New Zealand’s winegrowing regions, and listen to experts from within our own shores, and from around the world.

Cameron Douglas MS tasting note: An enticing bouquet with intensity and familiarity, a core of autolysis and bottle development, scents of white strawberry and apple, some citrus, and complexity. Dry with a satin, creamy mousse texture; the acidity adds intensity and highlights the apple and citrus flavours. The autolysis adds complexity, persistence, and deliciousness. A…

As the wine touches the palate the mousse delivers a rush of flavours wrapped is a precise and bold texture, carrying with it flavours of citrus and white peach.

Drinks International has revealed its list of top Bartenders Choice spirits in its 2025 Brands Report. To compile the list, a 100-strong sample of bars from around the world were asked to name one brand which they like working with above all others, across any category. Over the past 16 years, Tanqueray has taken top…

Now in its fourth year, the competition is open for entries from 13th January to 17th February, 2025.