Brand News HK’s Penicillin Wins Ketel One Sustainable Bar Award 2021 The Ketel One Sustainable Bar Award 2021 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars went to Penicillin in Hong Kong. Penicillin is the brainchild of seasoned industry heavyweights Agung Prabowo and Roman Ghale (founders of The Old Man Hong Kong, winner of The Best Bar in Asia 2019) and their wives Laura Prabowo and Katy Ghale, respectively. “Penicillin is the first sustainable … Read More
Tipple Tales Drinking Responsibly Amidst Climate Change It is fascinating to note the importance of alcoholic beverages in humanity’s lives as a centerpiece for strengthening bonds, socializing, celebrating, or simply de-stressing. After water and tea, beer is the third most popular drink in the world and the most widely consumed alcoholic beverage in the world. In 2016, the annual global average alcohol consumption per person over 15 … Read More
Brand News Diageo Announces World’s First Paper-Based Spirits Bottle A major consideration in the drinking world is sustainability. From moves to ban plastic straws to the rise of foraging bars, the industry has been looking for ways to be more sustainable and have a smaller impact on the environment. Brands have also taken up this cause. Diageo, the makers of Johnnie Walker, has created the world’s first-ever 100% plastic-free … Read More