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Pernod Ricard MD joins Kingsland Drinks Kingsland Drinks has appointed former Pernod Ricard UK managing director Denis O’Flynn as a non-executive director on the board of Kingsland Drinks Group. O’Flynn – who also served as chairman of the Wine and Spirit Trade Association – brings more than 35 years of experience to the role. That includes 13 years on the executive board of Irish Distillers and five years as managing director of Pernod Ricard UK. “I am de...

Ten Locks to distribute Langley’s Gin 7th April, 2021 by Melita Kiely Distribution company Ten Locks has added Langley’s Gin to its portfolio, marking the firm’s first move into English gin. Ten Locks will distribute Langley’s Gin in the UK Manchester-based importer and distributor Ten Locks will look after Langley’s London Dry, Old Tom and First Chapter gins in the UK. Langley’s will highlight its point of difference in the category with a ‘complete repositioning’ this year, ...

6th April 2021 Kingsland Drinks has appointed Denis O’Flynn, previously Managing Director at Pernod Ricard UK and chairman of the WSTA, as a Non-Executive Director on its board. Denis O’Flynn The wine and spirits supplier stated that he would assist in its growth and development following a series of significant investment projects which have reinforced its position as a full-service drinks business. With over 35 years in the alcoholic drinks industry, O’Flynn’s experience includes 13 y...

The past week has seen Kent-based brewer Shepherd Neame announce Noughty Bear 0.5% IPA, while cider maker Brothers has announced new Pink Grapefruit and Honeycomb pours. Shepherd Neame unveils Noughty Bear 0.5% IPA  Kent-based brewer and pub operator Shepherd Neame has launched its first low alcohol beer – Noughty Bear 0.5% IPA, a new addition to its contemporary Bear Island range.  The refreshing, light golden beer, combines the pine and spice notes of Challenge...

Female power in spirits distribution The all-female senior team at new spirits distribution company Ten Locks share their insights into this side of the spirits industry Becky Davies, Sinéad Lowe, Penelope McMylor Ten Locks Ten Locks is a new spirits distribution and marketing company, based in Manchester and run by a female-only senior team. We chat with Becky Davies (founder), Sinéad Lowe (brand development manager) and Penelope McMylor (sales manager) about how the company came to be and...

Agave spirits are gaining popularity in the UK - could now be the time for craft producers to shine?

By Rob Brown  | 22 January, 2021 When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. When life gives you a global pandemic, tells you to stay indoors, puts you in charge of your little angels’ education and closes the pub, you’ll need something far stronger than lemonade. See the boom in mail order cocktail offerings for proof. Everyone from big spirits brands to indie bar operators are using a growing array of innovative packaging to get their products to drinkers and counteract t...