The European Commission has asked EU ministers to approve – until September 30 next year – the continuing import of wines from Argentina containing malic acid, which is banned in European wine production. Brussels said it wanted to ensure the “continued smooth progress” of negotiations towards a comprehensive EU-Argentina wine trade deal.

Just Drinks Excellence Awards - Nominations Closed

Nominations are now closed for the Just Drinks Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact.

Excellence in Action
De Kuyper Royal Distillers’ De Kuyper Batched 0.0% range has won both Innovation and Product Launches honours in the 2025 Just Drinks Excellence Awards. Learn how these premium, non-alcoholic RTD cocktails help operators serve consistent, bar-quality drinks while tapping fast-growing demand for sophisticated alcohol-free options.

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