Spirits and Wines
Nick Cook takes lead international role at Tito’s Handmade Vodka; John McDonnell to step down
Cook has assumed the responsibilities of John McDonnell, who will leave Tito’s at the end of this year after a successful 15-year spell building the brand’s footprint across the world.
Kuldyaeva, who joined the Dutch drinks company in 2003, will now lead the Heineken global duty-free business across cruise lines, ferries, airlines, border stores and diplomatic channels.
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One of Scotland’s leading independent, family-owned distillers, blenders and bottlers, IMD aims to drive growth in 2026 with its latest portfolio additions.
Today’s images come from Hong Kong International Airport, illustrating arguably the best national liquor offer in the airport world.
The pre-launch, which has been rolled out across more than 40 airports in Asia Pacific, reached an estimated 72 million travellers and delivered 1.9 million PR impressions and visibility across 60 retailer platforms.
The launch was supported by a tasting activation, showcasing Brockmans Gin’s innovative range, including Brockmans Original, Orange Kiss and Agave Cut.
The four-week activation combines bold design with tastings, gifts with purchase and digital interaction, including a QR-linked platform tailored to Gen Z travellers.
TRFWA aims to showcase the collective contribution that these renowned wine families bring to travel retail.
The rapidly expanding brand – established in 2022 in Poland by Malayali duo Chandramohan Nallur and Sargheve Sukumaran – is now available at its first Middle East duty-free location.
CNSC showcased prominent Chinese liquor brands, including Moutai, Fenjiu and Shede, at the Expo, demonstrating the cultural value and global appeal of high-quality Chinese products.
Food Accademia will showcase its portfolio that now spans more than 40 premium Italian brands in a refreshed exhibition space.
Today’s images are shared from luxury communications agency Bellco, whose partner brand Jo Vodka is celebrating its launch at London Gatwick Airport in collaboration with Avolta.
