At a time when much of the global wine industry is grappling with declining consumption and shifting consumer habits, sparkling wine continues to move in the opposite direction.
The London Competitions team connected with producers, bartenders, distributors, and hospitality leaders at BCB London 2026 while exploring key trends shaping the future of the global spirits industry.
The 2026 London Spirits Competition winners highlight more than standout products — they reveal what actually gets listed in today’s tighter, margin-driven market.
10/08/2026 Etienne Lefebvre explains how standardized, multi-source wine data is transforming purchasing, pricing, inventory management, and transparency across the global trade.
24/07/2026 As operators face rising costs, changing consumer expectations and a talent shortage, UK Bartenders' Guild President Claudia Carozzi believes the industry's greatest opportunity isn't behind the bottle. It's behind the bar.
22/07/2026 Marcello Cauda delves into how he innovates with cocktail menus, guest experiences, and bar operations while maintaining profitability and aligning with The Berkeley’s luxury standards.
22/07/2026 From fine dining to gastropubs, wine on tap is shifting perceptions, cutting costs, and modernising service across the hospitality settings.
21/04/2026 The bars and restaurants winning today are not the busiest, but the ones turning every guest into more value, more experience, and more return visits.
10/08/2026 Etienne Lefebvre explains how standardized, multi-source wine data is transforming purchasing, pricing, inventory management, and transparency across the global trade.
24/07/2026 As operators face rising costs, changing consumer expectations and a talent shortage, UK Bartenders' Guild President Claudia Carozzi believes the industry's greatest opportunity isn't behind the bottle. It's behind the bar.