Our Partners
The Drinks Trust is supported through donations and fundraising from hundreds of industry businesses. Their generosity, time and insight make the work of The Drinks Trust achievable. We are hugely appreciative of their support and would like to thank them for their ongoing commitment to the charity.
standard PARTNERA E Chapman & Son Ltd is the UK's largest independent glass bottle wholesaler, providing an unrivalled service to the drinks and beverages industry. Not only can they supply literally thousands of bottle variants, they also hold stock of over 500 different bottles on site giving their customers the twin benefits of superb availability and stunning selection choice. With over 70 years’ experience in the glass bottle trade A E Chapman & Son Ltd has earned the reputation of supplying quality products at reasonable prices. For any potential customer wishing to sell their product into a major retailer, A E Chapman & Son Ltd are Double A accredited by the British Retail Consortium.
bronze PARTNERWe strive to be the leading choice for global logistics, primarily focused on the wine and spirits sector, covering all modes of transportation in all export and import locations. This vision is supported by the entrepreneurial spirit of our management and employees, determined to improve our services with each and every customer as a unique partner.
bronze PARTNERAlcohols Limited is a chemical distribution company which was formed in 1955 as a subsidiary of The Palmer Group. It is a private family company founded in 1805 which is still family-owned today.
The potable drinks division produces and supplies a number of products including gin and vodka to many high profile own label and branded customers at an international level. The company are proud to be one of the last independent gin distillers in the United Kingdom.
Now in its 39th year, Alliance Wine was established in Scotland by Frenchman Chris Bouteiller. With offices in Scotland and London, Alliance Wine imports over 200 producers from 21 countries, all from individual and inspirational winemakers. With two Masters of Wine at the helm of the business, Alliance Wine prides itself on sourcing wines with soul and personality, and also the growing number of wines in its portfolio that are created by Alliance from start to finish. Alliance is a founding member of the Sustainable Wine Roundtable.
standard PARTNERAt Amathus, you can find specialist wines, spirits and beers from all across the world.
bronze PARTNERAsahi UK Ltd is the UK and Ireland subsidiary of Asahi Europe Ltd. Asahi UK has responsibility for the development of Asahi Europe’s Super Premium Beer brands across the UK and Ireland. Our brands include Peroni Nastro Azzurro, our Belgian abbey beer St Stefanus, Pilsner Urquell, Kozel, as well as Polish brands Lech and Tyskie.
bronze PARTNERAustralian Vintage Limited is a leading Australian wine company. Championing a fully-integrated wine business model, the breadth of our capabilities extends to vineyards, boutique and bulk wine production, packaging, marketing and distribution.
As one of the largest vineyard owners and managers in Australia, Australian Vintage prides itself on producing outstanding and innovative wines for wine lovers the world over. This is reflected in our commitment to quality grape and wine production, the strength of our dynamic and award-winning wine brands, and the passion of the people behind them.
standard PARTNERAwin Barratt Siegel Wine Agencies, six time winner of the coveted IWSC Wine Importer of the Year trophy, has been importing and sourcing distinct regional wines exclusively from key wine producing areas across the globe for the independent trade for over 30 years. ABS works with family run wineries to establish long term partnerships for distribution in the UK. We hope you enjoy discovering more about our wines and our winemakers.
Benchmark Drinks ambition is to be the leading branded UK wine and spirit company. They work in partnerships with our customers and supply partners alike, to deliver compelling, relevant brands. Their team’s mission is to ensure our brands set a benchmark within the market for quality, innovation and “lifestyle fit” for our consumers.
silver PARTNERBerkmann Wine Cellars is one of the UK’s leading independent agent/wholesaler. Berkmann supplies the country’s restaurants and retailers with an unbeatable range, from household names like Duboeuf and Antinori to the most recherché small producers.
With national buying power and regional branches, Berkmann Wine Cellars combines competitive pricing with local knowledge.
Bermar have been at the forefront of the wine and Champagne preservation industry for almost 30 years. Bermar developed a system that would allow a bottle to be ‘resealed’, extending the lifespan of a still or sparkling wine from hours to weeks.
TThe patented Le Verre de Vin wine and Champagne preservation system changed the way the hospitality sector could serve wine, and consumers enjoy wine… for good. Over the 30 years that have passed since their formation, Bermar’s range of products has evolved to meet the changing demands of the modern operator. What has not changed, is the team’s passion for getting great wines into the hands of consumers.
With two Royal Warrants, over 300 years of history and five Masters of Wine, Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant. They offer a selection of over 4,000 bottles to wine and spirit lovers around the world; but their heart remains at No.3 St James’s Street, their home since 1698. They are still owned and run by members of the Berry and Rudd families, and continue to supply the British Royal Family, as they have done since the reign of King George III.
standard PARTNERAt SA Brain & Co, we brew with unwavering pride and purpose—crafting exceptional Welsh beers that honour our heritage and inspire the future. Guided by quality, community, and trust, we’re reclaiming our place at the heart of UK beer with bold ownership, deep respect, and the flexibility to grow sustainably together.
Brockmans is an independent English gin company set up by the founding partners, Neil Everitt and Bob Fowkes together with 2 other friends. With over 60 years combined experience in the drinks industry and a wealth of knowledge in gin distillation, they set out to write a new chapter in this famous English spirit's history. In their words, “The aim was to create a gin so smooth and sensual, you would want to drink it neat over ice”.
bronze PARTNERBuckingham Schenk is one of the UK’s leading wine agencies. They sell branded and own-label wine from around the globe to the major multiples – supermarkets, specialist off-licence chains and wholesalers. As part of the pan-European Schenk Group they are uniquely positioned to offer exceptional value and service to their customers.
bronze PARTNERWhen founders Filippo and Maria Casella immigrated to Australia in 1957, they started with a dream to build a winery where their family could work and prosper together. They never could have anticipated that from such humble beginnings, Casella Family Brands would become the success it is today.
Since its inception in 2001, the brand has grown to be the Most Powerful Australian Wine Brand in the World and fifth Most Powerful Wine Brand globally. Casella Family Brands exports over 12 and a half million cases of yellow tail to more than 50 countries around the world every year and more than two and a half million glasses of yellow tail are enjoyed around the world each day.
L'Academie du Champagne, or 'The Champagne Academy' was established in 1956 by twelve Grandes Marques champagne houses to recognise the UK and Ireland as key markets, and to foster the appreciation of Grande Marque Champagne through the education of younger members of the wine trade. Twenty nine years later a further 4 house joined the original twelve creating the sixteen Grandes Marques which today represent the L'Academie du Champagne.
standard PARTNERThe Circle of Wine Writers is an association of authors, writers, journalists, bloggers, broadcasters, photographers and lecturers, communicating about wines and spirits. Founded in 1960 by the late Cyril Ray, based in the UK, there are circa 300 members worldwide.
bronze PARTNERSet in the heart of Mayfair, Claridge’s is an art deco icon and a byword for understated elegance. Since the 1850s, Claridge’s has excelled at the finer things in life: glamorous design, inspiring dining, impeccable service. There are many 5-star hotels in London but nowhere quite like Claridge’s. The hotel is a unique combination of splendour and charm with long-standing connections with royalty that have led to it sometimes being referred to as “annexe to Buckingham Palace”. Claridge’s has a famous all-day dining and Afternoon Tea restaurant the ‘Foyer & Reading Room’, the recently opened glamourous Claridge’s Restaurant, L’Epicerie that offers a culinary theatre of the kitchen, and three bars: Claridge’s Bar, the intimate Fumoir and effortlessly elegant Painter’s Room.
Raventós Codorníu is the oldest Spanish wine company and proudly oversees a collection of esteemed Spanish wineries, each a pillar of our heritage and commitment to excellence.
In Catalonia's revered Penedès region, Codorníu Winery stands as a beacon of cava craftsmanship, blending centuries of expertise with innovative techniques. Bodegas Bilbaínas, rooted in Rioja's historic Haro district, boasts a century of winemaking tradition, crafting classic riojas of remarkable depth and character. Raimat Winery, nestled in Catalonia's Costers del Segre, pioneers sustainable viticulture, producing wines that harmonize with nature. Scala Dei Winery, set amidst Priorat's rugged terrain, produces bold wines that reflect the region's distinct terroir. Meanwhile, Legaris Winery in Ribera del Duero crafts robust reds acclaimed for their depth and complexity. Beyond Spanish borders, Artesa Winery in Napa Valley, California, exemplifies our dedication to producing exceptional wines rooted in the region's unique terroir. In Mendoza, Argentina, Septima Winery embodies the spirit of Argentine winemaking, specializing in expressive Malbecs that capture the essence of the Andean foothills.
These wineries, united under the Raventós Codorníu banner, represent a profound passion and respect for the land.
silver PARTNERConcha y Toro UK is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Viña Concha y Toro, one of the world’s largest and most successful wine companies, and operates as a UK registered company in its own right. Established in the UK in 2001, they now import well over 6 million cases of wine from their parent company’s wineries in Chile, Argentina and California.
bronze PARTNERConstellation is the third-largest producer and marketer of beer for the U.S. market and the world’s leading premium wine company with a leading market position in the U.S., Canada and New Zealand. Constellation’s wine portfolio is complemented by select premium spirits brands. Constellation’s brand portfolio includes Corona Extra, Corona Light, Modelo Especial, Negra Modelo, Pacifico, Robert Mondavi, Clos du Bois, Kim Crawford, Rex Goliath, Mark West, Franciscan Estate, Ruffino, Jackson-Triggs, SVEDKA Vodka and Black Velvet Canadian Whisky.
standard PARTNERWine Merchants specialising in wholesale, retail , private cellars, shop, mail order and En Primeur.
Read in over 90 countries, Decanter is required reading for everyone with an interest in wine – from amateur enthusiast to serious collector. Their experts recommend 4,000 wines a year, so whether you’re looking for affordable Australian Shiraz for the weekend, or premier cru Burgundy to lay down, Decanter will find it for you.
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with iconic brands in spirits, beer and wine. They provide consumers with choice and quality across categories and price points.
At Doctor Cocktail Ltd., our mission is to elevate the hospitality industry by providing exceptional training and consultancy services. We aim to transform teams, enhance guest satisfaction, and create memorable experiences through bespoke programs tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our commitment to innovation, kindness, and excellence drives us to empower hospitality professionals, ensuring they deliver top-tier service and foster positive, lasting relationships with their guests. Together, we strive to set new standards in hospitality, making every venue a destination of choice.
Established in Bordeaux since 1840, Dourthe soon became recognised as a reliable, innovative wine producer in Bordeaux, who provides the benchmark in winemaking. This pioneering spirit can be witnessed at every stage of their history.
silver PARTNEREstablished in 1933 in Modesto, California, E. & J. Gallo Winery has become the world’s foremost winery in the art of grape growing and winemaking; and in the distribution and marketing of wines worldwide. With seven wineries strategically located in various parts of California and access to grapes from vineyards in all of the premier grape-growing areas of California, Gallo produces wines in every category, to suit every taste. Gallo’s wine portfolio totals over 60 unique brands including Gallo Family Vineyards, Barefoot, Turning Leaf, Apothic and Carlo Rossi.
bronze PARTNERAs the UK's number one whisky distributor, Edrington UK offers fulfilling career paths within an exciting and fast-paced industry.
Ellis Wines is a family wine merchant established in 1822. We are a prominent on-trade wine supplier representing award-winning boutique wineries from around the world. We like to work with producers who share our sustainability ethos in putting the planet first, sourcing premium wines at exceptional prices for our customers, that don't cost the earth.
Emporia Brands is a spirits importer, exporter and innovator which is relentless in seeking, around the world, distillers who respect artisan traditions of quality, in both the ingredients and process, and shun industrial shortcuts in the pursuit of truly great drinks.
silver PARTNEREncirc is one company that have two sites and offer three services.
They are the only company to offer a full service throughout the supply chain, saving time, money and effort.
Encric are based at two sites. One in Derrylin, Ireland, and the other in Elton, Cheshire.
The three services provide their customers with a single solution. Offering container glass manufacturing, filling and logistics, which is unique in their field.
standard PARTNEREverleaf is a range of non-alcoholic aperitifs created by conservation biologist-turned-bartender and bar owner, Paul Mathew, who wanted to be able to serve non-alcoholic alternatives that were as interesting and unique as the best spirits on his back bar.
They are inspired by the complex flavours, colours, textures and aromas of the natural ecosystems after which they’re named – Forest, Mountain and Marine.
We’re proud to support The Drinks Trust as the on-trade was where we were born. Along with the on-trade, we also support initiatives that help conserve natural ecosystems.
silver PARTNERFreixenet Copestick is a leader in the UK Sparkling Wine category. The three pillar brands of i heart Wines, Freixenet and Mionetto add significant value to the category through engaging campaigns, high quality products and exciting NPD. Freixenet Copestick also manage a wider portfolio of other branded wines, beers and spirits as well as large private label supply agreements. The team work closely with suppliers and customers in order to develop products of the highest quality with innovative and stimulating designs. The customer base ranges from leading supermarkets and national specialist chains to independent retailers, national on-trade, wholesalers, restaurants and private clients. The world leading sparkling wine group, Henkell Freixenet, is the parent company with subsidiaries in over 20 countries all over the world.
bronze PARTNERGlobal Brands is the leading independent drinks company that owns, markets and distributes a collection of beverages across the premium spirit, soft drink, RTD and beer categories.
bronze PARTNERGoedhuis & Co is an engaging team of specialist fine wine merchants providing fellow wine lovers with an inspiring personal service that is a better way to buy and enjoy wine from Burgundy, Bordeaux and the rest of the world.
bronze PARTNERSince its beginnings over 175 years ago, González Byass has been passionate about producing wines of exceptional and consistent quality. Famous for its world-class Sherry, the family has expanded its interests into light wines, earning an enviable reputation for its top-quality range. With vineyards and wineries in all of the key areas of Spain, the González Byass portfolio represents the very best of both the traditional face of Spanish wine, and modern winemaking and innovation. Premium wines from Jackson Estate, Marlborough, Wirra Wirra from Adelaide Hills, Undurraga, Chile, Grand Marque Champagne Deutz and the Quinta do Noval from the Douro Valley complete the portfolio.
Guy Anderson Wines specialises in bringing top quality European wines to the UK off-trade. Best known for developing leading classic French brands, La Châsse from the Rhône Valley and Calvet from Bordeaux, Guy was also creator of the world famous and unforgettable Fat Bastard range.
platinum PARTNEREstablished in 1994, Hatch Mansfield – is a UK specialists in premium wine made by independent, family owned wine producers. All own a significant vineyard base, first class winemaking facilities and cellars, giving them quality control from grape to bottle. They have a story to tell about heritage, provenance and authenticity along with a comprehensive range of award winning wines. Today Hatch Mansfield employs over 40 people, supplies all sectors of the industry and represents 15 brands including established names such as Louis Jadot, Errazuriz, Villa Maria, Taittinger and CVNE, managing all their sales and marketing in the UK.
Hayman’s is the original London gin. The family have been making their best-tasting gin for five generations earning a loyal following all over the world. As pioneers of the distinctive taste of London Dry – they still use the original recipe in every bottle.
standard PARTNERFrom its creation in 1978, Haynes Hanson & Clark has shipped directly from growers, delivering wines of quality, character and value, to our customers’ doors. This simple formula still works today, even if we have expanded our reach beyond the classic regions of France.
We remain an independent, friendly wine merchant that knows its customers by name. We have a tremendous depth of wine knowledge across the company, always being happy to help our customers find wines that are right for them.
standard PARTNERHayward Bros. specialises in importing a comprehensive range of wines from around the world, from table wine to fine wine. They are exclusive agents in the UK market and Duty-Free Retail sector for a number of strong, innovative, value-for-money brands, as well as more traditional domaines and estates. Additionally, they are renowned for competitive Bordeaux En Primeur offers.
gold PARTNERShipping services, built upon over 175 years that began in Germany, with the transport of wine barrels. Hillebrand's unique network spans 90 countries and is strategically located with an office in every wine crafting or consuming area of the world.
Individualized shipping service solutions, tailored to the specific needs of our customers and their products. Innovative tools and services to help you stay ahead in the market. Honest and transparent logistics management, straightforward and reliable in our approach.
To be the international, entrepreneurial, brand led, successful and respected family business… like no other!
gold PARTNERSince 1969, IWSC has set the global benchmark for quality wine, spirits, and other drinks categories. Known as the "Olympics of the drinks industry," we evaluate over 12,000 entries annually from more than 90 countries. IWSC stands out for expert judging, consistent attention, comprehensive categories and global recognition. For producers, we offer benchmarking, recognition, and business connections. For consumers, IWSC medals guide excellence in a wide selection of drinks. As part of The Conversion Group, our mission is to use competition as a catalyst for community and connection across all levels within the industry.
bronze PARTNERJeroboams has been at the heart of some of London’s oldest neighbourhoods for over thirty years. Incorporating Laytons, now called Jeroboams Trade, their history stretches back to 1934. They believe in being personal, attentive and using their extensive knowledge to ensure their customers walk away with the perfect bottle.+44 (0)207 288 8888
Fells is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading Fine Wine distributors and are proud to represent some of the world's greatest family-owned fine wine producers, acting as the exclusive UK distributor for the companies featured in this brochure. Together they constitute an unrivalled collection of family-owned business whose winemaking achievements are internationally recognised.
bronze PARTNERKingsland are a premier independent UK supplier of wine and spirits specialising in providing a complete category solution. Using their consumer understanding and drinks experience, they provide innovative, bespoke solutions to become the partner of choice as they create value for their customers.
silver PARTNERLay & Wheeler is an award-winning independent fine wine merchant, founded in 1854. We work directly with top wine producers in Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Rhone, Loire, Piedmont, Tuscany and South Africa, among other fine wine regions, and sell their wines to private clients in the UK. Our team loves wine as much as we love our customers and our producers, and we're proud to offer world-class service alongside best-in-class wines.
bronze PARTNERLea & Sandeman opened their first shop on the Fulham Road in 1988, with the aim to bring the full service of the traditional wine merchants to the High Street in updated form. There are now four stores in Chelsea, Kensington, Barnes and Chiswick which have won many accolades over the years and wine is also able to be purchased online. They are able to offer advice, en primeur offers of Bordeaux and Burgundy, cellar planning, as well as wines for immediate drinking.
bronze PARTNERLiberty Wines is a premium wine company that imports and distributes quality wines from 23 countries and works with over 350 high profile producers and smaller niche wineries. Our producers are always among the best in their region, producing individual, premium wines, that are listed in the UK and Ireland’s best restaurants, bars and retailers.
We offer customers a range of services to help their business grow, from award-winning training (IWC Educator of the Year 2016-19), to creative design, reporting tools, and unique market insights. We have been awarded International Wine Challenge ‘On-Trade Supplier of the Year’ eleven times and were honoured to be crowned The Drinks Business ‘Drinks Company of the Year’ in 2019.
A Carbon Neutral business, founded in the UK in early 1997 by David Gleave MW, we are passionate about combining the best wines with outstanding service.
bronze PARTNERIn 1870 whom amongst our founding fathers could have imagined the prodigious success which today’s LCB has become? Starting originally as bargees on the Thames, they graduated to become the pre-eminent bonded warehouse keepers in the Port of London. For over a century, they served the wine and spirit trade with its very different needs.
With lifetime careers in the drinks business, Ben Jones and Alf Allington saw the opportunity to build on this solid reputation, into what has now become the largest and most successful privately-owned tax warehousing company in the UK. We provide an unrivalled comprehensive and sophisticated drinks logistics service, supported by cutting edge IT systems, achieving the highest level of operational excellence at competitive rates.
Many years ago, the chance of further developing the fast-growing fine wine aspect of the business continued with the acquisition of the Derby Turn operation in Burton-Upon-Trent. More recently this has now expanded into Melksham and Dinton, all ideally equipped with temperature and humidity controls demanded for the cellarage of such sensitive products.
Over the years we have been fortunate in adding to our strengths the finest team of dedicated directors and senior management in the business, supported by long serving and experienced staff. Now responsible for 8 million cases in 2,000,000 ft2 of warehouses, and operating a delivery fleet of up to 300 vehicles, we are nevertheless always conscious of maintaining the ‘family’ character of the company. As a result our customers receive a truly personal service from people with names, who care, and are always available.
standard PARTNERLouis Latour Agencies was founded in July 1990 and is the UK subsiduary of Burgundy wine house Louis Latour. In the early days we just represented the wines of Maison Louis Latour. Over the years the portfolio developed and agencies were added, firstly from France and then from New World countries. Today, we are proud to represent 14 producers of still and sparkling wines and Cognac from France, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Chile. Our philosophy has been to deal with family producers who represent something special in the area in which they work.
We are part of a family business that stretches back over two hundred years and we believe that the core values associated with this underpins the way we operate in the UK. In an increasingly homogenised world, we believe that personality and individuality, in both the wines and the producers that make them, are more valuable characteristics than volume and price. In the UK, we are proud to work with some of the best independent retailers, wholesalers, restaurants and hotels in the country. Our wines are available from various sources to all sectors of the market.
bronze PARTNERMaisons Marques et Domaines was established in 1986 by Champagne Louis Roederer, one of the last truly independent family-owned houses in champagne, to manage the sales, marketing and distribution of its champagnes in the UK market. Over the course of the last three decades the company has grown, as Champagne Louis Roederer has acquired properties in California, Portugal, Provence and Bordeaux, while at the same time we have carefully selected like-minded, family-owned producers to join the portfolio. MMD has established itself as one of the leading fine wine importers in the UK and is proud to represent some of the most renowned producers and iconic brands from the New and Old World with the binding philosophy throughout the portfolio one of family ownership, estate driven production and premium quality.
silver PARTNERMentzendorff & Co remains one of the few “full service” agency houses, offering its Partner Suppliers quality distribution in London’s finest restaurants, the traditional merchants and supermarket groups, alongside an integrated marketing and PR programme. We are proud of our carefully selected agency portfolio, at the core of which remains Champagne Bollinger & Taylor’s Port plus a complimentary selection of many of the worlds’ finest family owned wine estates, such as M. Chapoutier, Domaine Chanson, Bodegas Roda, Bodegas La Horra, Klein Constantia Estates, Casa Marin, Langlois Chateau, Turkey Flat Vineyards, Tapanappa, Domaine De Bila-Haut, Delamain Cognac & Hidalgo La Gitana.
silver PARTNERMoët Hennessy UK Ltd, is the largest luxury Wines & Spirits company in the UK. Its unrivalled portfolio includes champagne brands Dom Pérignon, Krug, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot and Ruinart. The spirits portfolio includes Hennessy Cognac, Glenmorangie and Ardbeg single malt whiskies, Belvedere vodka and still wines Cloudy Bay and Cheval des Andes.
bronze PARTNEROur mission is to be the trusted brand of choice for professionals by providing tailor-made creative flavour solutions which originate from real, authentic ingredients that make our customers successful
Naked Wines is an online wine retailer. We fund talented winemakers and give them the freedom to make wines the way they want to. A growing army of 200,000 Naked Angels in the UK now tuck the £20 they’d normally spend on wine each month into their own wine-piggy bank at Naked. Since launching in 2008, Angels have helped them invest over £25m in more than 130 winemakers worldwide.
Our portfolio consists of bottles with an edge that stand out from the crowd, challenge perceptions and which are made by inspirational people, forward thinkers, pioneers, that is to say New Generation.
We are a team of expert and passionate professionals inspired by the winemakers and distillers who produce the authentic individual handcrafted bottles that we import. We are proud to supply these wines, champagnes and spirits to UK’s best restaurants, bars, retailers, wholesalers and fine wine merchants.
At NXUS Drinks we partner with premium beverage brands, helping them stand out from the crowd. We do this by combining commercial and marketing strategy with hands-on execution at a customer & consumer level.
Pernod Ricard UK is part of Pernod Ricard (the Group) – co-leader of the global wines and spirits industry. We are responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of the Group’s leading premium spirits, wines and champagnes in the UK.
A brand communications agency that specialises in food and drink, Phipps has both deep sector knowledge and broader PR, event and social skills to create award winning campaigns that get people talking.
silver PARTNERSince its foundation in 1990, the Pol Roger Portfolio has grown to include a select group of predominantly family owned producers of first class wines and spirits.
The Berkeley is a 5-star hotel, located in Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London. The hotel is owned and managed by Maybourne Hotel Group, which also owns Claridge's and The Connaught in Mayfair, London.
The Hasslacher Grant has been granted in perpetuity by The Wine Trade Sports Club Foundation to benefit members of the drinks trade requiring urgent financial support. As a legacy, it has been created in memory of Michael Hasslacher whose grandfather was one of the founding members of ‘The Benevolent’ (now The Drinks Trust). With trade friends, Michael set up the charity of The Wine Trade Sports Club in 1973 and chaired the trustees for 50 years. He was an active member of the sports club (which continues to flourish for members of the drinks industry www.wtsc.org.uk) and a former club President. He spent his career in the drinks trade as M.D. of the family company Deinhard & Co. and was a past Master of The Vintners Company. As a charity The Wine Trade Sports Club Foundation also supports members of the drinks trade and remains a proud supporter of The Drinks Trust.
The London Wine Fair is widely regarded as one of the world’s most important wine trade events and takes place at Olympia National, Olympia Central and Olympia West. Running annually since 1981, the London Wine Fair brings producers, exporters and distributors together with buyers from the grocery, on and off trade and import sectors. With a focus on the ability to taste from a vast collection of wines in a professional forum from practically every major wine producing country in the world, the Fair sees around 25,000 bottles opened over the course of the three day event.
bronze PARTNERThe Wine Society began in 1874 which means we are currently celebrating our 150th birthday! We are a mutual company that puts our members at the heart of everything we do. We source wines from all corners of the world and sell them to members at fair prices, backed up with high levels of customer service.
With a strong reputation for integrity and ‘doing the right thing’, we are renowned as one of the UK’s leading wine merchants. We also take pride in being a responsible business, committed to making sure that everything we do is good for the people we work with, good for the products we sell and good for the planet.
The Wine Trade Sports Club Foundation is the charity of the Wine Trade Sports Club. Alongside The Drinks Trust, the charity helps (past & present) members of the drinks trade with financial support. The aim of the Club is to provide members of the wine, beer, spirits and ancillary trades with the opportunity to play organised sport and interact socially with colleagues and customers. Over the course of the year we offer cricket, golf, rugby, tennis, squash and a host of other activities. We are always looking for new sports events to offer to members including 5-a-side football, sailing, cycling, clay pigeon shooting and much more.
The Worshipful Company of Distillers is a Livery Company of the City of London dating back to the reign of King Charles I. There are over one hundred City Livery Companies, each numbered according to precedence, primarily based on the date of foundation, our ranking being 69th.
The Company is one of the oldest of the City guilds or livery companies. Its origins probably date back to the end of the twelfth century when it was known as the Guild of Our Lady and St. Thomas Becket. The earliest written reference to the existence of brewers as a body can be found in the City Letter Books where it is recorded that in 1292 London Brewers lodged a complaint against the Sheriffs. In 1406 the mistery of free Brewers successfully petitioned the Mayor and Aldermen for the right to appoint Masters and Wardens to control the trade. Henry V1 granted the Company the first of its charters on 22 February in the sixteenth year of his reign.
Until the twentieth century, many non-brewers were admitted to the Freedom of the Company. Often this was to enable those whose trade was not represented by a Livery Company to practise their craft within the City
Today, there are currently 56 brewing (or ex brewing) companies as members of The Worshipful Company of Brewers
The Worshipful Company of Innholders is one of the 110 Livery Companies of the City of London. The Innholders’ Company ranks 32nd in the order of precedence of all the Livery Companies. Its motto is Hinc Spes Affulget, Latin for Hence Hope Shines Forth, and it is based at Innholders’ Hall in College Street, between Cannon Street and Upper Thames Street.
bronze PARTNERThomas Hardy was established in 1997 as a family owned service company, dedicated to contract bottling of customers own premium brands under confidential contracts. With no brands of our own, our focus is on service, quality and responsiveness at a competitive price and with an eye to the future we are constantly investing in our systems, equipment and people. We have two production facilities in the North West, one in Burtonwood, Cheshire and one in Kendal, Cumbria, with a total capacity to bottle around 1.5m hl of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages per annum.
silver PARTNERTimothy Taylor’s is one of the UK’s oldest family-owned breweries with over 160 years’ heritage of brewing award-winning cask ales, with their Landlord winning more awards than any other beer, winning both CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain and the Brewing Industry Awards Gold Medal four times. Established in 1858 when Timothy Taylor began brewing in Keighley, the company remains in the family and is the last independent brewery of its type left in West Yorkshire.
Their reputation and success rests on the shoulders of their employees. While as a family-owned company it is important for them to espouse family values they do not feel these are incompatible with a performance culture - which is vital for safeguarding the brewery’s future. This is recognised in the company vision and values, which states that:
“The company seeks to offer a safe and enjoyable working environment that evokes loyalty and a shared purpose. We aim to promote a culture that encourages efficiency, productivity and a collaborative approach whilst embracing change and recognising talent.”
Tonic Talent is a specialist recruitment agency for the hospitality, catering, and food & beverage industry. We connect exceptional talent with a wide range of businesses, from local independents to national multi-site groups, across all levels of seniority.
Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is a unique global wine company with a rich heritage and leading international portfolio of new world wines. With 11,000 hectares of vineyards, sales of 30 million cases of wine annually, and revenues of about AU$1.7 billion, TWE employs more than 3,000 winemakers, viticulturists, sales, distribution and support staff across 16 countries, with the Company’s brands sold in more than 70 countries around the world.
silver PARTNEREstablished in 2010, VCL Vintners is the UK’s longest-standing whisky cask investment firm and a trusted partner to over 2,000 whisky collectors worldwide. Born from a deep appreciation for the craft of whisky making, VCL grants access to some of the world’s finest single malt Scotch whisky casks, ranging from promising new-fill to rare and distinguished aged expressions.
All casks are sourced through an extensive network of distilleries and suppliers and hand-selected for their provenance, quality and potential for long-term appreciation. With over £150 million in casks under management, VCL has built a reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry. The company was the first to fully digitalise its supply chain, seamlessly blending traditional values with modern innovation.
Accolade Wines has a proud heritage dating back to 1853. It is one of the largest wine companies in the world, with a strong portfolio of brands including Hardys, the number 1 wine brand in the UK, Echo Falls, Kumala, Jam Shed & Mud House
Accolade Wines global capabilities span the entire spectrum from wine supply and production, to sales & marketing and distribution. The company employs over 1,600 people across 20 countries, all focused on delivering excellence from grape to glass.
standard PARTNERVinokelly Drinks Recruitment are a team of motivated people made up of drinks industry and recruitment industry experts. Since launching in 2015 they have become one of the go-to agencies across Wine, Spirits and other drinks categories such as No and Low Alcohol. They are known for being credible, fast working and charge sensible fees.
With an enviable list of clients across the drinks industry (in countries such as UK, New Zealand, USA, France, Spain and others) and a high quality network of candidates, they use an Executive Search approach to securing great jobs for talented people across a wide range of commercial and non-commercial roles - from budding juniors to CEO’s.
Vinokelly are also a conscientious company, and are regular supporters of industry charities and trade bodies, donating a percentage of annual profits to valuable industry causes.
Virgin Wines is an independently owned and run online wine retailer. They have over 500 boutique wines, with 90% of the range being exclusive to Virgin Wines. Since they started in 2000 they have sold 80 million bottles, and focus on creating bespoke wines with trusted wine making partners. They have won Online Drinks Retailer of the Year in 2017 and 2018 at the Drinks Retailing Awards.
Virtue Studios is an independently owned marketing agency owned by Hannah Peebles, an ex-industry worker, who started the business to help challenger brands looking to embody their values authentically, forge deep connections with their audience and contribute positively to society.
By infusing creativity with virtue, she works with brands on their strategic and creative needs. Specialising in developing captivating brand narratives, designing visually stunning assets and offering strategic guidance to enhance market positioning. Virtue Studios is dedicated to driving results and fostering long-term success for clients.
standard PARTNERIndependently minded and independently made, Westons Cider was founded in 1880 by the original Henry Weston.
Roll forward to 2020, Westons Cider produces a portfolio of leading cider brands including Henry Westons & Stowford Press and has won hundreds of international awards across its portfolio. Still very much a family-owned and family-run business to this day, we do things our own way.
Not the quick way, not the easy way but the right way and that takes time. It's what makes us as refreshingly real as our cider.
Whisky.Auction features old and rare whiskies from closed and sought-after distilleries. We also sell a wide range of rare fine wines and spirits, miniatures and whisky memorabilia.
Based in London, Whisky.Auction was set up by leading whisky and spirits experts in the drinks industry to provide the best online auction platform for whiskies, fine spirits, miniatures and memorabilia in the world. We are a truly international auction and have an extensive network of buyers and sellers from around the world.
Our buying and selling platform is simple and easy to use. Everything we do is designed to make your auction experience as straightforward, transparent and enjoyable as possible. Led by Whisky.Auction Director Isabel Graham-Yooll, the auction team are on hand to offer you all the expert advice and assistance you need about buying and selling whiskies, spirits and wines at auction.
We aim to achieve the best prices in the auction market, and offer some of the lowest delivery charges and fastest payments in the business. We also provide free insurance on all UK deliveries. We would be delighted to give you a free valuation of what your bottles could sell for on Whisky.Auction, so if this would be of interest, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
William Grant & Sons UK is a leader in the UK spirits industry with a portfolio of premium and iconic brands. Founded in 1887, they are a fifth generation family-owned company with a passion and commitment to creating and building acclaimed brands of unrivalled quality for the long term. Within their portfolio they are proud to count their own William Grant & Sons spirits, including Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky, The Balvenie, Grant’s, Hendrick’s Gin, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum,Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey and Three Barrels brandy. They also successfully represent brands owned by other premium drinks businesses, including Illva Saronno’s Disaronno and Tia Maria, EPI’s Piper-Heidsieck, and De Kuyper Cocktail Liqueurs.
William Reed Business Media has been providing market leading business information for 150 years. The markets we serve are central to everyone’s life. They include food and drink, where our activities extend across manufacturing, retail, wholesale and hospitality, and, more recently, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Established in 1969, the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is the world’s leading provider of qualifications in wines and spirits. Our programmes are designed for anyone looking to develop their knowledge, from beginners to professionals. We offer nine qualifications, from 1-day beginner courses through to a specialist level 18-month diploma and these courses are offered in over 70 countries and are available in 19 languages through a network of 600+ course providers. In 2015/16 72,171 people sat a WSET exam.
silver PARTNERWineflow provides a European and Worldwide collection and delivery transport service specialising in wines, spirit and beers.
bronze PARTNERW O O L F / DRINKS Ltd was established in 2012 with the aim to source the very finest wine for their international client base. Notably acquiring the agency for the world’s most exclusive Champagne, Boërl & Kroff. In recent years, W O O L F / DRINKS has proactively worked to highlight the superb whisk(e)y emerging from Scotland, the United States of America and the rest of the world, which has seen tremendous growth for the company. This has included gaining the agency for several American whiskey brands and the creation of an independent bottling company of single malt Scotch whisky.
WX develops exclusive brands of wine, beer and spirits for retailers around the world. They offer a full, value-added service, constantly analysing the market trends worldwide and developing exciting new opportunities. Their strong team of winemakers sources from the best places around the world.
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