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Later this week i'll be handing over the reigns both here & over on the sites.

It’s been a roller coaster, punctuated by incredible brands whose narratives I've been privileged to tell.

More on the move here 👇

https://t.co/AMRUlHXQbW

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And for those who know a little more about the shows, here's some of the new and exciting releases that will be there: https://t.co/izIuAWV1Ro

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Things are hotting up for Junipalooza Sydney next month... https://t.co/vYuSJzZFOs

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If you want numbers - for a 70cl bottle you were paying £8.05 in Spirits Duty (on a product at 40% abv).  This will go up to £8.86.

Then add VAT. Which means the increase goes from £9.66 to £10.63.

In real terms, it equates to a pound more in tax per bottle.

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The Scotch Whisky Association illustrating the reality from next week onwards. #Ouch #TaxHike

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The exploration of Brandy beyond Cognac and Armagnac unveils a world of diversity, innovation and exceptional value: https://t.co/uJTcxUJFdm

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As you'll know by now, there's a big (and better) world beyond Cognac - feat @burntfaithLDN
Brandy without Borders https://t.co/oXF0Q3sTbD via @spiritsbeacon

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Could this be the moment Amaretto steps into the spotlight?

If not now, then when... https://t.co/gzQb2ECMuv

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Big carbon reductions are possible, across all industries. Just needs the will to be implemented NOW. That starts with transparency and a spirit of collaboration, so good on Chivas for making the move.

https://t.co/61RC84CWaY

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@totalcurtis 💯 a no. If it’s to correct a mistake, that’s easily done via e-mail. If it’s for an opportunity to change your mind, that can be done via an open ended invite to talk down the line, and a note to hope to address the critique in future.

Straight after is always a rant.

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When you realise that you live on a different planet to those around you - both items are up in this household’s consumption🙀

“Fewer gin & tonics drunk at home – with bottled gin sales falling by over 50%. Crisps also saw a sales decrease of nearly 7%”
https://t.co/BS0s11fw33

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Some Monday morning reading for you: “Mastiha’s mystique is nestled in its singular ingredient and its intricate harvest. Yet, it remains a relatively hidden spirit, appreciated more in its homeland than on the international stage.” https://t.co/AxkKS09TjF

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In the realm of Mediterranean spirits, a charming duo stand out with their unique anise flavours and cultural charisma: Pastis & Ouzo.

Here's a little more about each and some of the key questions each must answer in order to stay relevant:

https://t.co/9wtjnY1xyF

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I really loved tasting these Japanese gins at Imbibe, but my mind is still blown at the fact that someone chose to make their range of 3 different gins, inspired by 3 different flavours look so similar (each taste wildly different).

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Rolling into Monday evening like…

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@campfiregin Swallow for a few weeks & time passing the increase on in line with a campaign/ rebrand / new line up (depends on brand).

Along the lines of increasing prices, but then doing a temporary value add (at distillery / D2C etc) to soften the blow.

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It’s been said before, but worth restating again; Aug Duty rises are going to be a brutal hit for the spirits industry.

Headed to Imbibe to see what most are planning to do about it… pass it on to consumer, part absorb, change ABV - lots of seemingly wild choices being proposed

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I’m Tour ready!
What will finish first? @LeTour or @nedboulting ‘s brilliant book or the bottle of @neverstraysfar gin? Looking forward to the Never Strays Car daily pods. Vive La Tour 😀 🇫🇷
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@alchemists_the @julianvallis @Clublibrarian The interesting breakdown is who buys what, where. Which age / demographic buys cheap for home but “upgrades” in a bar, & via versa. Also, which demographic stays on big names & who buys local / craft.

Knowing the consumer & their patterns will be key to many’s survival…

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@alchemists_the @julianvallis @Clublibrarian From everything I’ve ever seen, baseline assumptions considered “norm” are: age = predominantly 35+ London (essentially gen x / older millennials). Older outside of capital. 60/40 female south, higher % female north. Flavoured gin more popular in the North.