Family First Senator Steve Fielding has reported that he will now support the controversial ‘alcopop’ tax after in spite of his opposition to the use of taxes to control binge drinking. Mr...

Although brands account for the majority of volume with most types, private label permeates virtually every beverage category in the United States. Private label beverages, also known as store or home...

Ian Johnston has been appointed by the Board of Foster’s Group Limited (Foster’s) to the role of Chief Executive Officer. Mr Johnston stepped into the CEO role in an acting capacity in July...

In spite of, or perhaps because of, tough economic times, many Americans are clinging to their smallest, most indulgent pleasures, with chocolate, alcohol and cigarette sales remaining solid. New research...

One of Australia’s leading producers of RTD alcoholic beverages has discovered that they can steer clear of the ‘alcopop’ tax by using alcohol derived from beer. Independent Distillers...

The nonprofit Center for Science in the Public Interest has filed suit against MillerCoors Brewing Company, formerly Miller, over its alcoholic energy drink, Sparks. The CSPI has been concerned with the...

Leading Australian winery Wolf Blass has been honoured with the International Red Winemaker of the Year award at the 2008 International Wine Challenge (IWC) in London. Wolf Blass was selected as International...

Just like works of art, wine is now being subjected to advanced testing to establish its authenticity. Nuclear scientists from the National Centre for Scientific Research (CNSR) in France have unveiled...

Speak to founder of Snowy Mountains Brewery (SMB) Kevin O’Neill and there is no doubt that two topics will dominate the conversation – beer and snow. For these are his passions, and Kevin O’Neill...

Claims by Coopers Australia that they sell “Australia’s greenest beer” have been questioned by consumer advocates CHOICE, with The Age reporting that a complaint about ‘greenwashing’...