The latest new product development across beer, wine, spirits, RTDs and low & no.
SPIRITS AND LIQUEURS
Brunette Clear Organic Coffee Liqueur
22% abv
£31
USP: Bordeaux Distilling Co have launched an organic, transparent coffee liqueur. The brand said that the liquid offers a unique sensory experience, perfect for a range of classic coffee cocktails. On the palate, the drink has floral and fruity coffee notes. It is created with two often overlooked by-products of the coffee-making process: cascara and coffee blossom.
Lochlea 7-year-old Malt
50% abv
£70
USP: Lochlea is releasing its oldest whisky to date, a 7-year-old Single Malt. Matured in first-fill Bourbon casks filled in 2018, the liquid has a nose of fruity stewed apples; a palate of tropical fruit, apple and fresh oak; a finish of buttery pastry, cereal, spice and tart apple.
Calabasa
40%
£55
Palm spirit brand Calabasa has launched the first run of bottles in the UK. Created by Tobi Ojuri and Kwabena Asante, Calabasa is aimed at the premium spirits space. On the nose, the drink presents floral, slightly grassy notes of freshly tapped palm sap. The taste profile balances fruity and warm, earthy tones, with notes of vanilla, green banana and dark spices. The brand said it wants to broaden perceptions of palm spirit and celebrate West African heritage.
Chai-spiced rum
41 % abv
£39.99
USP: Rutland Square Spirits has expanded it’s chai-led portfolio with the launch of a chai-spiced rum. The liquid is created in small batches and aged in ex-sherry casks to develop a ruby rich depth, then combined with tea leaves. The product can be found on global online channels.
Licor 43
31% abv
£13.50
USP: Booths has launched the Spanish liqueur Licor 43 into its stores. Known for its mix of 43 different ingredients, the drink has notes of vanilla and caramel. Booths has said that the drink will be available to purchase across all 28 of its stores. It can also be found it Asda.
Absolut Tabasco Vodka
38%
£23
USP: Absolut Vodka has partnered with Tabasco to create a new spicy vodka, fusing together vodka with a fermented red pepper mash. The brand said the product comes amid a demand for hotter flavours. The liquid is set to launch across 50 markets worldwide from February.
London Distillery Company Ten Times Around the Sun
51.4% abv
£89.95
USP: The London Distillery Company has released London’s first 10-year-old single malt whisky, Ten Times Around the Sun. Distilled from Quench spring barley and laid down on 20 October 2015, the liquid has a bold, fruit-forward palate with syrupy sweetness and spiced tinned fruits, alongside notes of chocolate, cereal, and pepper.
Brothers Bond Bourbon
40% abv – 50% abv
£50.95 – £61.50
USP: Brother’s Bond Bourbon has officially launched in the UK. Founded by actors Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, the brand was first formed while working together on set. Now, four-expressions will be available including: Brother’s Bond Bottled in Bond 7 Year Old Straight Bourbon, Brother’s Bond Regenerative Grain Straight Bourbon, Brother’s Bond Straight Bourbon and Brother’s Bond American Blended Rye Whiskey.
Ukiyo Japanese Pear Gin
40% abv
£32
USP: Kirker Greer Spirits has launched Ukiyo Japanese Pear Gin into M&S and Ocado. The gin reflects consumer interest in Asian-inspired serves and has notes of nashi pear, alongside orchard fruit, bright citrus, and herbal complexity. It has been distilled in Chiba, east of Tokyo, Japan, and is said to be the perfect mix for a Gin & Tonic or an Asian Martini.
Bottega Pistachio Liqueur
17% abv
£15.50
USP: Bottega has listed a Pistachio Liqueur across Tesco stores in the UK. According to the brand, the liquid is pleasantly sweet with moderate alcohol content. Made with pistachios harvested in Sicily, the nuts are processed according to a traditional method and then turned into a paste. The paste is then mixed with alcohol, water and sugar, before a final touch of grappa is added.
Salcombe Gin aluminium mini bottles
Various abv and prices
USP: Salcombe gin has launched its new range of 5cl aluminium miniature bottles which are made with 100% post-consumer recycled aluminium. A milestone in its packaging journey, the launch comes along with listings at Virgin Wines, P&O Cruises and Great Western Railway. Two gins from the brand are now available in this format: Start Point and Rosé Sainte Marie.
Spirit of Yorkshire core whisky range
46% abv – 47.3% abv
£55 – £65
USP: The Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery has launched a new core range of single malt whiskies. The new collection includes Filey Bay Flagship Single Malt Whisky, noted for hints of caramel, citrus, honey and vanilla; Filey Bay Moscatel Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky, with flavours of chocolate-dipped orange, nuts, caramel, honey and apricot; and Filey Bay STR Red Wine Cask Single Malt Whisky, described as having flavours of biscuit, marzipan, boiled sweets and red fruits.
Salford Gin
£42
40% abv
Previously only known for its rum, Salford Distillery has announced the launch of its very first gin. Created in small batches, the gin is a classic London Dry Gin with juniper and lime on the nose, followed by warming notes of Willow bark and lemon balm, with a long smooth finish. The Willow is a nod to the trees that used to line the River Irwell.
WINE AND SPARKLING
Elton John Zero
£10
USP: Elton John has created a 0% abv Blanc de Blancs. Named after the singer, the sparkling wine is made with Chardonnay grapes grown in Northern Italy. The tasting notes are apple, citrus blossom and honeysuckle, with a mineral finish. The product is also vegan and vegetarian-friendly and only has 19 calories per glass.
Victorious by Les Malandes
£16.99
USP: Laithwaites has launched Victorious by Les Malandes, made with 100% Voltis, a hybrid disease-resistant grape grown for a more sustainable future. The variety was created by France’s INRA and Germany’s Julius Kühn as part of a project on PIWI varieties. Laithwaites has described it as being like a complex Chardonnay or super-charged Muscadet.
Whispering Angel 20th vintage
£22.50
USP: Exclusive to Waitrose and Selfridges, Whispering Angel is celebrating its 20th vintage with the release of its 2025 edition. According to winemaker Bertrand Léon the rosé has notes of citrus and red fruits that create clarity and depth in the liquid.
Zonin Early Harvest
£9.80
USP: Zonin are launching an Early Harvest range in response to the desire for naturally lower alcohol wines. At 9% abv, the grapes are picked earlier resulting in a fresh profile. The two new liquids in the collection are Zonin Pinot Nero Early Harvest and Zonin Pinot Grigio Early Harvest.
Bijou lightweight bottle
£11.25
USP: Southern French wine producer Bijou has announced a 410g lightweight flute bottle, setting a new benchmark for sustainable wine packaging within the rosé sector. The new bottle comes under the 420g target set by the SWR Bottle Weight Accord.
Vidilla 9% and Ai Ama 9%
9% abv
£11-12
USP: Gil Family Estates has launched two lower-alcohol wines, achieved via partial de-alcoolisation. The grapes for both wines were grown in family-owned vineyards. The white, Vidilla 9%, is made from Verdejo grapes, meanwhile the red, Ai Ama 9%, is made from Tempranillo.
Lyme Bay Pinot Noir
12.5% abv
£29.99
USP: Lyme Bay has released its 2024 Pinot Noir with grapes exclusively from Crouch Valley in Essex. The producer said the wine has a bright cherry red hue with a vibrant nose of red fruit, vanilla oak, herb and spices and an earthy taste. The palate has notes of cherry, raspberry and redcurrant, along with subtle mushroom.
Bolle Chardonnay Reserve
0.5% abv
£24.99
USP: Alcohol-free winemaker Bolle has unveiled a premium alcohol-free wine made with 100% Chardonnay grapes. The wine begins as an AOP Chardonnay and is then de-alcoholised and refermented with fresh Chardonnay grapes from the same region. The result is a liquid with minerality and crisp acidity, according to the brand. It has aromas of green apple, lemon, and lime, layered with white acacia flowers, subtle hazelnut and a delicate hint of spice.
Vergelegen Vineyard Selection Red Blend
14.5% abv
£15
USP: Exclusive to Ocado, South African vineyard Vergelegen has launched a red blend combining five different grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Petit Verdot. The maker said it is a polished and classically styled Bordeaux blend with a fine tannin structure and vibrant fruit. It has juicy flavours and a hint of chocolate, ideal to pair with a beef stew or mushroom risotto.
The Ned ‘909 Summit’ Sauvignon Blanc
13.5% abv
£18
USP: As Marisco Vineyards continues to push its flagship brand, The Ned 909 Summit Sauvignon Blanc has launched in Majestic. Named after the 909m peak of The Ned Mountain, the wine has spent nine months in large oak barrels. It has notes of mango, pink grapefruit, lime and smoke. According to Majestic, The Ned has been a bestseller with the retailer for over a decade.
Tutiac Lion & The Lily Rosé
12.5% abv
£18.99
USP: Tutiac has launched its Lion & The Lily Rosé into WHSmith stores across the UK. Made from Merlot grapes, the wine has notes of red fruits, a long finish and fresh minerality. The name is a reference to the Bordeaux coat of arms, which features a lion and three lilies.
Dom Pérignon 2017
12.5% abv
£220
USP: Dom Pérignon has launched its 2017 vintage into Selfridges. Shaped by contrast, 2017 was a historically hot year disturbed by extreme weather episodes. Made up of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the liquid has spent nine years on lees in the darkness of the cellar, allowing the vintage to reveal itself.
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008-Plénitude 2
£450
USP: Dom Pérignon has launched a wine from 2008 into Harrods. A rare bottle, the maker said that 2008 was dominated by grey skies, with limited influence from the sun, leading to late ripeness. Yet, a warm September allowed for “miraculous” maturity, as had also happened in 1988 and 1996.
Cuvée des Enchanteleurs 2015
£175
USP: An equal blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Champagne Henriot has launched the 2015 vintage of Cuvée des Enchanteleurs. This marks to return to a legacy name, following the wine being known as Hemera since 2005. The liquid has been aged for at least 10 years and was disgorged in July 2024.
BEER AND CIDER
Butcombe Brewing Co
0.0% and 4.5% abv
£2.50 per 500ml bottle
USP: Butcombe Brewing Co has expanded its retail presence into Co-op. From January, Goram IPA Zero and Tall Tales Pale Ale will be available across 60 stores. The first has a palate of stone fruit, citrus and bitter notes. The latter has notes of grapefruit, pineapple and lemon.
Dark Faith / Black IPA
5% abv
£4.40 per 440ml can
USP: In response to consumer feedback, Northern Monk has launched a black IPA. The brewer said it is full of Citra and Mosaic, resulting in juicy tropical notes, with the addition of Crystal, Chocolate Malt and Carafa Spezial to bring depth to the liquid.
Nirvana IPA
0.5% abv
£2.80
USP: Alcohol-free brewer Nirvana has announced that it has tweaked the recipe behind its IPA to deliver more body, flavour and head retention. Aside from recipe changes, the brand has also made the liquid available in 500ml bottles alongside the keg and 330ml bottle formats that were already on the market. The drink has notes of pine, stone fruits and grapefruit.
Fossil Thief
5.2% ABV
£5.50
USP: Staggeringly Good Brewery in Portsmouth has released a hazy pale ale named Fossil Thief, available to purchase online. According to the brewery, the beer is created with Riwaka, El Dorado and Vic Secret hops, giving it a soft but spiky flavour. The drink is part of a wider series of hazy ales created by the brewer.
Ilkley Brewery x Sleaford Mods
4% ABV and 0.5% ABV
£30 for 12 x 44cl cans
USP: Ilkley Brewery has announced a collaboration with Nottingham post-punk duo Sleaford Mods ahead of their album release this January. The Demise of Planet X Pale Ale has been described as tropical, fruity and hoppy. Meanwhile, The Demise of Planet X Alcohol-Free Lager has been reported to be crisp and refreshing. The former has an illustration of vocalist Jason Williamson, while the latter shows instrumentalist Andrew Fearn.
Nirvana Mocha Porter
0.5% abv
£2.75
USP: In celebration of its 10 year anniversary, alcohol-free brewer Nirvana are releasing a series of limited-edition brews. The first is Mocha Porter, made in collaboration with East London coffee specialists Climpson and Sons. A coffee concentrate is combined with cacao, nibs, and a combination of barley, oat and wheat. Head Brewer, James Rabagliati, said January is the time for dark and more complex beers.
Brewdog PMP range
3.4% abv and 4.5% abv
£5.49 and £7.25
USP: Brewdog has announced the expansion of its price-marked pack offering with the introduction of Lost Lager and Cold Beer in the four-pack PMP format. Cold Beer will be priced at £5.49 for four cans and Lost Lager will be priced at £7.25 for the same amount. The brand said that the change comes in response to the format being the most popular for buyers in a convenience setting. It continued that since its launch in 2024, Cold Beer has driven lager volume growth.
RTDs AND MIXERS
Soba Circus
0.0% abv
£3
USP: Soba Circus is a new nootropics drink in the UK market, created by DJ Nic Fanciulli. According to the brand, it is a dopamine-driven and alcohol-free way to sharpen focus. The drink contains green coffee, Panax ginseng, maca and ginkgo biloba, with a taste of lemon, elderflower, chilli, mint and fermented notes.
Zonin Limoneto Spritz
6% abv
£5
Zonin has launched its Limoneto Spritz in 25cl can format. The drink is a blend of Italian white wine infused with Sicilian lemon juice, made using the Charmat method.
Lyme Bay Sparkling Mead
3.5% abv
£2.75
USP: Lyme Bay has launched a duo of sparkling mead RTD’s, aiming to bring the drink to a younger audience. The Raspberry Lemonade Sparkling Mead balances raspberries with citrus notes and the honey mead flavour. Meanwhile, the Strawberry & Elderflower Sparkling Mead combined strawberry with elderflower tastes.
Sodaly
0.0% abv
£1.95 for 25cl can
USP: Tapping into the functional drinks market, the kombucha brand Remedy has launched Sodaly. Sold in Ocado, Sodaly is soft drink made with a base of apple cider vinegar which it says delivers gut friendly prebiotics that can aid digestion. It enters the UK market with four initial flavours: Pineapple, Raspberry, Yuzu Lemon and Watermelon.
Water Junkie Mushroom-infused drink
0.0%
£24 for 12 pack
USP: Functional drinks brand Water Junkie has launched a trio of non-alcoholic sparkling drinks. Developed with balance, focus and calm in mind, the range is positioned for regular enjoyment, said the producer. Feel Alive is a coconut & lychee sparkling chaga mushroom drink; Dream is a rhubarb, rose & vanilla sparkling reishi mushroom drink; and Wide Awake is a tangerine & citrus sparkling lion’s mane mushroom drink.
Moth Mango Margarita and Strawberry Daiquiri
14.9% abv
£3.99
USP: Moth has announced the expansion of its canned cocktail line with two new flavours: Mango Margarita and Strawberry Daiquiri. Launching this spring, the brand said that both recipes use real fruit juice. The Mango Margarita combines mango juice with Tequila Enemigo, triple sec and lime while the Strawberry Daiquiri mixes strawberry juice with lime and Duppy Share Rum.
