News & Industry Editor
Speciality: Industry News, Awards Coverage, Market Trends, Spirits Business
Bishop covers the business side of spirits with the curiosity of a journalist and the knowledge of an insider. Based in Edinburgh, he has built an extensive network of contacts across distillers worldwide, making him one of the first to report on new launches, acquisitions, and industry shifts. He handles news and industry coverage across Gin.Directory, Rum.Directory, Whiskeyful.com, and TheVodka.Shop. He previously worked in communications for Diageo before switching to editorial, and contributes to several trade publications.
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From London Dry supremacy to a surprise Japanese triumph in the Contemporary category — here's every winner from this ye...
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April 2, 2026
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HMRC figures reveal British gin exports grew 14% year-on-year, with the US, Germany, and Australia leading demand for pr...
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March 26, 2026
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The drinks giant has confirmed plans for a carbon-neutral gin and vodka facility near Edinburgh, with production expecte...
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March 19, 2026
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The pioneering London craft distiller opens the doors to a new visitor experience combining heritage tours, hands-on dis...
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February 27, 2026
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The IWSC has published the shortlist for the 2026 World Gin Awards, featuring a record number of entries from over thirt...
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February 27, 2026
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The latest limited release from Hendrick's Cabinet of Curiosities series draws on coastal botanicals and deep-sea inspir...
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February 15, 2026
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The premium mixer company reports its strongest annual results yet, with gin-and-tonic-driven sales surging in continent...
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February 1, 2026
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A new distillery in Bermondsey is making a bold bet on traditional London Dry style at a time when the market is awash w...
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January 22, 2026
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New data from the IWSR confirms the global craft gin market surpassed £3 billion in annual sales in 2025 — a milestone t...
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January 15, 2026
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Japan's gin exports surged by 104% in 2025, with distillers leveraging the country's reputation for whisky excellence an...
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January 8, 2026
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The Black Forest gin has claimed the top honour at the ISC, beating over 1,700 entries across all spirit categories in w...
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December 20, 2025
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The number of licensed gin distilleries in the United Kingdom has crossed the 1,000 mark — a milestone that reflects bot...
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December 5, 2025
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Four Pillars, Archie Rose, and Adelaide Hills Distillery led an outstanding Australian showing at the International Wine...
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November 18, 2025
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Diageo has announced that its flagship gin brand Tanqueray will achieve carbon-neutral distillation by 2027 — the most a...
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November 2, 2025