National Liquor News

02/12/2025

Camperdown Cellars reveals the customer-first philosophy, store individuality and strategic focus behind its award-winning success.

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Camperdown Cellars reveals the customer-first philosophy, store individuality and strategic focus behind its award-winning success.

28/11/2025

Independent retailers reveal the key drinking trends shaping consumer choices across wine, beer and spirits in 2026.

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Independent retailers reveal the key drinking trends shaping consumer choices across wine, beer and spirits in 2026.

27/11/2025

The owner of Otter’s Promise shares how he delivers a hybrid retail experience that showcases the diversity of Australia’s craft beer scene.

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The owner of Otter’s Promise shares how he delivers a hybrid retail experience that showcases the diversity of Australia’s craft beer scene.

26/11/2025

Meet James Swan, the manager of Bottlemart Superstore, Eatons Hill Hotel, who reflects on how collaboration, innovation and customer-led decisions earn success.

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Meet the manager of Bottlemart Superstore, Eatons Hill Hotel, who reflects on how collaboration, innovation and customer-led decisions earn success.

24/11/2025

Skrewball has launched a global-first 200ml hipflask, expanding its peanut butter whiskey offering in ANZ.

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Skrewball has launched a global-first 200ml hipflask, expanding its peanut butter whiskey offering in ANZ.

21/11/2025

Liquor Barons’ new campaign sees The Baron venture beyond the bottle shop, championing exploration and community connection.

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Liquor Barons’ new campaign sees The Baron venture beyond the bottle shop, championing exploration and community connection.

19/11/2025

Have you read the November edition of National Liquor News yet? This month’s cover story dives into Jose Cuervo Limonada, exploring how the brand is refreshing the flavoured spirits category just in time for peak summer trading. Inside, we capture a series of major industry milestones – from Independent Liquor Group (ILG)’s 50th anniversary Family Reunion to Liquor Marketing Group's Members Conference in Prague and Munich, Liquor Legends’ Hamilton Island gathering, and Thirsty Camel Bottleshops 50-year celebration. We also explore the categories powering warm-weather sales, including premium mixers, aperitifs and the booming agave spirits segment, along with an inspiring Retail Unfiltered profile on REH Liquids’ Charlotte Smith. Packed with insights, innovation and community, this issue helps retailers navigate the busiest season with clarity and confidence.

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17/11/2025

Re-elected and returning directors join ILG’s leadership team as the co-operative celebrates a milestone year.

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Re-elected and returning directors join ILG’s leadership team as the co-operative celebrates a milestone year.

16/11/2025

Kent Street Cellars’ fine wine and spirits manager Jerry Mihalopoulos reflects on his passion for the people and stories behind every bottle.

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Kent Street Cellars’ fine wine and spirits manager reflects on his passion for the people and stories behind every bottle.

15/11/2025

This year’s Retail Drinks Industry Awards recognised outstanding retailers, suppliers and emerging leaders across the liquor retail sector.

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This year’s Retail Drinks Industry Awards recognised outstanding retailers, suppliers and emerging leaders across the liquor retail sector.

14/11/2025

Bottlemart’s rising talent Caitlain Siega has been named the Retail Drinks Australia Young Liquor Retailer of the Year.

Bottlemart’s rising talent Caitlain Siega has been named the Retail Drinks Australia Young Liquor Retailer of the Year.

12/11/2025

Independent Liquor Retailers is uniting local authenticity with national scale to empower independents for sustainable growth.