International Beverage

Today we’re celebrating International Women’s Day and the brilliant women who play such a huge role in the success of our business. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment with equal opportunity for all has never been stronger. We’re proud to be signatories of the Scotch Whisky Association Diversity and Inclusivity Charter, and to see the incredible amount of female talent growing within every part of our company. We’re also celebrating the power of positive action! The ideas and initiatives our team have been developing around women’s health and wellbeing are making a real difference, providing extra support for women at different stages of their career with us. That means projects such as our popular Women’s Health Initiative, which includes sessions with speakers offering advice and knowledge on various topics, from endometriosis to menopause. At International Beverage, our people drive our success. That’s why understanding, valuing and nurturing our team is at the heart of everything we do.

There are lots of ways to measure success in business. Here at International Beverage, one of the most meaningful is the number of people who join our team and stay for the long term. Almost half of our current UK workforce is made up of people who have been with us for over 5 years, with over 50 of our team members celebrating a long service milestone this year ranging from 10 years through to 30 years. ? Nothing makes us more proud. And while we enjoy all the benefits of retaining their brilliantly honed skills and expertise, it’s also a sign of people who know they can forge a rewarding and lifelong career at International Beverage – something we work hard to nurture with Early Careers, Management Development and a host of other pioneering training programmes. ? So, from the new starts to the long-serving, and all the wonderful people in between, thank you. Thanks for the contribution you make to our business, our brands and our workplace community every day. On Employee Appreciation Day, we raise a glass to you! ?? ? Please drink responsibly.

We recently welcomed a group of our closest industry friends and colleagues on a first of its kind immersion trip to Thailand to explore this beautiful, historic country and see first hand where we craft some of the exceptional Thai spirits within our portfolio. ? A visit to Sangsom Distillery, home to Phraya Rum, was a chance for our guests to venture behind-the-scenes and discover more about International Beverage’s commitment to producing some of the world’s best premium spirits, followed by a tutored tasting of this internationally available rum and an exclusive preview of the brand’s latest release, Phraya 8 Years. ? The group also ventured North to Kamphaeng Phet, a hidden gem located in Thailand's lower North?which is not only home to a?UNESCO World Heritage Site, but also to Thailand's first ever Single Malt Whisky distillery.?? ? Following the domestic launch last December of Prakaan - the first ever Thai single malt whisky –?our guests were able to witness the pride and passion of Yuthapong Pakam, Ph.D and his talented team at the distillery, and of course, enjoy a taste of Prakaan single malt whisky – made all the more enjoyable with the breaking news that one of Prakaan's inaugural expressions was deemed a World Drinks Awards Category Winner at the?World Whisky Awards 2025! ? A huge thank you to our Thai Beverage PLC?colleagues for their warm hospitality. It was an unforgettable trip, and we look forward to bringing these incredible spirits to global markets throughout 2025. ? Sláinte ?? Samantha Peter, Peter Powell, Tiphaine Robin, Tippapong (Pui) Chitsooksamrarn, Timothy Belanger

The IWSC - Club Oenologique Drinks Supermarket Awards are a new fixture in the industry calendar, and we were delighted to sponsor their inaugural event in London last Thursday.?? ? Celebrating the outstanding work the nation’s major retailers do in selecting, promoting and selling drinks products, these rigorously judged awards also champion customer experience, sustainability and innovation - values that our business is very much on board with. We sponsored the prestigious Classic Supermarket of the Year award, and huge congratulations?go to Tesco who took home the honours for their well-curated range and strategic, customer-focused approach to in-store retailing. ? Our flagship single malt whisky Old Pulteney was on hand throughout, serving up delicious Old Pulteney Harbour Palomas on arrival and Old Pultney 12 Year Old drams to toast the end of the ceremony! ? Well done to all the nominees and winners on what was a brilliant night for the industry, and a celebration of the strong retail partnerships that lie at the heart of our business.

We’re recruiting. ? As we look to continue delivering growth for our extraordinary spirits portfolio and equip our brands for long-term success, we’re expanding our global sales team. ? We’re on the hunt for a number of talented additions to our team including: ? ? Area Director France & Germany ? Commercial Manager Venture North Asia ? National Account Manager, Grocers ? European Brand Ambassador ? Commercial Executive (Europe & Nordic GTR) ? Channel Marketing Executive GTR ? E-commerce Executive ? Sales Executive ? If you – or someone you know – are interested in joining an accredited Great Place to Work, apply today: https://lnkd.in/eZkPeh6i

Happy Lunar New Year to all those celebrating today! ? 2025 is the year of the snake, which symbolises wisdom and transformation according to the lunar calendar. As millions of people worldwide prepare to mark the occasion by coming together to honour ancient traditions, we would like to wish all our customers, suppliers and of course our global team, a prosperous and fruitful new year.

The countdown is on. The eagerly awaited Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival is making its return, and Speyburn Distillery will once again be joining in on the action. ? After first opening its doors to the public during 2023’s festival, this picturesque distillery has two exciting offerings specially created for this year’s event. Shortlisted for the 2024 Spirit of Speyside Best New Event prize, the Speyburn After Hours event will be taking place again this year for an unforgettable evening filled with live entertainment, good company and delicious whisky. ? What’s more, those attending the new Speyburn Manager’s Cask Experience will join Distillery Manager Euan Henderson and Senior Global Brand Ambassador Stuart Baxter for a guided tasting in Speyburn’s historic dunnage warehouse, drawing straight from some of Euan’s favourite and oldest hand-selected casks as he offers personal insights into the story behind each dram. ? Tickets are available from Monday 3rd February but with tickets selling out in a matter of hours for the last two years running, we can’t promise they’ll be around for long! ? Full details of Speyburn’s 2025 Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival programme can be found here: https://lnkd.in/e9SVTcrW

With Burns Night fast approaching, we wanted to share a splash of inspiration ahead of this weekend’s celebrations. ? From Old Pulteney’s maritime single malts hailing from Wick on the northerly shores of the Scottish Highlands to the approachable character of Speyburn which launched its refreshed range last year, our array of premium Scotch brands offer something for everyone looking to raise a toast in memory of Scotland’s national bard. ? If whisky doesn’t tickle your fancy but you still want to join in on the celebrations, the Burns Night Martini containing Caorunn Scottish Gin as featured in FEAST Magazine is the perfect alternative. ? However you’re marking the occasion, enjoy a day dedicated to celebrating all things great about Scottish culture and heritage. Sláinte mhath! ?? ? Please drink responsibly. ? Discover more:?https://lnkd.in/gukv7XAb

We are thrilled to announce that we have acquired full ownership of Asiaeuro International Beverage (AIB) in line with an ambitious programme of investment in Asia. Established in 2018 as a joint venture between International Beverage and Asia Group Corporate Limited, AIB consists of two entities: ‘Asiaeuro International Beverage?(Guangdong) Co. Ltd’ and ‘Asiaeuro International Beverage (Hong Kong) Limited’. Full ownership of AIB will allow us to strengthen our route to market in the Greater China region while delivering accelerated growth for our portfolio of extraordinary premium spirits brands. This acquisition will be complemented by a recruitment drive over the coming months to fill new sales and marketing roles across the USA and Canada, Europe, UK and Global Travel Retail markets as we look to develop a more dynamic business structure to support commercial ambitions. Our brands are the beating heart of our business, and we are dedicated to investing in their long-term success. Full ownership of AIB signals our commitment to exploring new ways to evolve our business as we continue on our journey towards global growth. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/e8NZbudB

Wishing all our suppliers, customers, and followers a very happy festive period from the team here at International Beverage. Thank you for all your support and hard work in 2024; we’re looking forward to keeping you up to date with all our news in the new year. Until then, sláinte! Please drink responsibly.?