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Restricted trading bill set for third reading ahead of Easter weekend - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
2+ day, 48+ min ago (237+ words) Charlotte Cowan April 1, 2026 Today, April 1st, Kieran McAnulty's member bill to change the rules of trade for alcohol over Easter, ANZAC and Christmas days will have its third reading. The Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Sales on Anzac Day Morning, Good…...
World Whiskies Awards 2026 winners announced - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (310+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 27, 2026 The winners in the World Whiskies Awards 2026 and Icons of Whisky 2026 have been announced at a ceremony in London. The World Whiskies Awards reward the patience, creativity, and dedication represented in a whisky bottle. The 2026 competition has…...
The search is on for New Zealand's best whisky cocktail - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (437+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 27, 2026 Scapegrace Distilling Co. is searching for New Zealand's best whisky cocktail, with bartenders across the country invited to submit their creation. The national cocktail competition is challenging bartenders to create an original single malt whisky cocktail built…...
The Battle of The Bartenders competition returns this April - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
1+ week, 22+ hour ago (521+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 26, 2026 West Auckland is set to become the ultimate destination for cocktail-lovers this April, as The Trusts bring back their annual Battle of The Bartenders. Running for the entire month, the contest shakes up the normal menus at…...
Cameron Douglas MS Wine Review: Aromatics - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
1+ week, 2+ day ago (188+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 24, 2026 It's often said that the scents of an aromatic wine allow the taster to perceive shape and form within the wine's aromatic frame. Terms like rounded or smooth, soft or direct are commonly used. This should translate…...
Kiwi named in Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series 2026 top 10 finalists - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
1+ week, 3+ day ago (496+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 24, 2026 Jameson Irish whiskey has announced the Top 10 Finalists of the annual Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series 2026 competition. At the Jameson HOSTS Global Summit, Regional Champions were judged on their ability to create a cocktail that celebrates their…...
Kiwis underestimate how much tax they are paying on beer - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
2+ week, 2+ day ago (722+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 17, 2026 New nationwide research shows most New Zealanders significantly underestimate how much tax is built into the price of beer, highlighting what brewers say is one of the least understood drivers of rising prices. The research " conducted by…...
Industry supports Sale and Supply of Alcohol Amendment Bill - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
2+ week, 3+ day ago (1248+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 16, 2026 The New Zealand liquor and hospitality industries are welcoming the introduction of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Improving Alcohol Regulation) Amendment Bill, announced today by Associate Minister of Justice, Hon Nicole McKee." "Alcohol is a legal…...
COWA invited to comment on Bendigo–Ophir Gold Project proposal - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
2+ week, 4+ day ago (353+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 16, 2026 The Central Otago Winegrowers Association (COWA) has been invited to provide comment on the Bendigo'Ophir Gold Project as part of the Fast Track application. The Bendigo'Ophir Gold Project is a proposed large-scale gold mining development in Central…...
Lion issues recall after 4.2% beer sold in alcohol-free bottles - The Shout Magazine (New Zealand)
4+ week, 1+ day ago (370+ words) Charlotte Cowan March 5, 2026 Lion has announced a recall of Steinlager Ultra Low Carb 24-packs which may contain incorrectly labelled product inside. If you have clear bottles labelled Steinlager Alcohol Free Label, they are not alcohol-free " Steinlager Alcohol Free is only…...