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Beverage Trade Network Launches BTN Supplier Service: Sales Service for Beverage Industry Suppliers.

Connecting Beverage Suppliers with Top Buyers Through Year-Round Lead Generation and Tailored Sales Solutions

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2025 London Spirits Competition Announces Star-Studded Judges Lineup

The 2025 London Spirits Competition unveils its distinguished panel of judges, featuring top bartenders, mixologists, and buyers from globally renowned establishments.

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Top Off-Trade and On-Trade Wine Buyers To Judge At 2024 London Wine Competition

Renowned off-trade and on-trade wine buyers will join the esteemed judging panel at the 2024 London Wine Competition, bringing unparalleled expertise

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Laura Willoughby MBE, UK’s Top Low and No Alcohol Expert, Joins London Spirits Competition Panel

Laura Willoughby MBE Joins London Spirits Competition to Champion Low and No-Alcohol Innovations and Redefine Mindful Drinking Trends

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UK’s Top Wine Talent and Trade Leaders to Judge the 2025 London Wine Competition

The London Wine Competition has announced its esteemed judging panel for the 2025 edition, featuring an expanded lineup of influential professionals from across the wine industry.

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UK’s Best Sommeliers and Wine Buyers to Judge the 2025 London Wine Competition

The 2025 London Wine Competition is set to once again bring together an exceptional panel

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Unlock Global Recognition: Enter the 2025 London Spirits Competition by Nov 30, 2024 for Early Bird!

Showcase your craft on a global stage at the 2025 London Spirits Competition—enter by November 30 for early bird benefits, exclusive feedback, and a chance to boost your brand’s appeal worldwide.

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Maximize Your Wine's Potential: Enter 2025 London Wine Competition Before the Early Bird Deadline!

Gain Global Recognition and Boost Your Brand’s Success by Showcasing Your Wines in One of the World’s Most Prestigious Competitions—Enter Before the Early Bird Deadline

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WSET Celebrates 55th Anniversary with Growth in Diploma Candidates Globally

WSET marks its 55th anniversary with a significant increase in Diploma course candidates and continued efforts to advance inclusivity and innovation in drinks education

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London Spirits Competition 2026 Winners Reflect a Market Focused on Commercial Fit

21/04/2026 The 2026 London Spirits Competition winners highlight more than standout products — they reveal what actually gets listed in today’s tighter, margin-driven market.

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When the Room Feels Quieter: How Bars and Restaurants Are Rethinking Growth in a Low-Footfall Era

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.

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What Inspired London’s Top Somms to Get Started

21/04/2026 Exploring the personal stories, defining moments, and inspirations that led London’s leading sommeliers into the world of wine

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The New Reality of Selling to UK Venues

21/04/2026 Selling to Bars, Pubs & Restaurants in the UK Has Changed — And Most Brands Haven’t Caught Up

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Major Spirits Competitions in the Global Drinks Industry

12/03/2026 Several spirits competitions have established strong reputations within the global drinks industry.

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How One Georgian Cellar Is Quietly Producing the World’s Highest-Rated Fortified Wines

19/12/2025 A privately aged, nearly 40-year-old fortified Rkatsiteli emerges from Georgia with top global scores and serious appeal for the fine wine trade

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When the Room Feels Quieter: How Bars and Restaurants Are Rethinking Growth in a Low-Footfall Era

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What Inspired London’s Top Somms to Get Started

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Elusa Armagnac: Blending Tradition with Innovation in Every Sip

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What Inspired London’s Top Somms to Get Started

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London Spirits Competition 2026 Winners Reflect a Market Focused on Commercial Fit

21/04/2026 The 2026 London Spirits Competition winners highlight more than standout products — they reveal what actually gets listed in today’s tighter, margin-driven market.