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Beckaly Franks, Founder of Hungry Ghost Hospitality Group, Joins Asia Spirits Ratings Judging Panel

08/07/2026 | Hong Kong — Asia Spirits Ratings is pleased to announce that Beckaly Franks, Founder of Hungry Ghost Hospitality Group, will join the judging panel for the upcoming Asia Spirits Ratings competition.

Interviews

What Asia's Buyers and Bartenders Look for in Spirits?

03/07/2026 | Billy Lau, Bar Manager at Langham Hospitality Group, shares why understanding consumers, defining your brand, delivering value, and embracing sustainability are essential for long-term success across Asia.

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Nicola Mangiacapra, Director of Bars at Langham Hospitality Group, Joins Asia Spirits Ratings Panel

02/07/2026 | The Langham Hospitality Group executive brings global luxury bar expertise and premium spirits insight to the Asia Spirits Ratings judging panel.

Interviews

Angad Soni On Building Sepoy & Co. Into India’s Leading Premium Mixer

02/07/2026 | Angad Soni shares how Sepoy & Co. is redefining India’s premium mixer market today through quality, innovation, and global ambition.

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Asia Spirits Ratings Introduces Greater Judge Transparency and Detailed Feedback for Every Entry

29/06/2026 | Every distillery entering Asia Spirits Ratings will now receive a comprehensive digital feedback report featuring detailed score breakdowns, buyer-led feedback and greater transparency into the judging process.

Insights

The Korean Alcohol Trends Everyone Will Be Talking About

11/06/2026 | South Korea’s alcohol culture is evolving beyond soju, driven by wellness, convenience, premiumization, social media, and younger consumers seeking moderation.

Insights

Winning In Thailand: How Asia Ratings Supports Market Entry

08/05/2026 | Thailand’s growing wine and spirits market offers strong opportunities, with Asia Ratings helping with smarter buying, stronger positioning, and lower-risk market entry decisions.

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The Power Behind The Shelf: India’s Top Spirits Buyers To Watch Out For

21/04/2026 | The buyers shaping India’s spirits market, driving premiumisation, curating portfolios, and influencing what consumers discover, choose, and drink today.

Insights

Vietnam: Asia’s Next Craft Spirits Frontier?

21/04/2026 | Vietnam’s craft spirits scene is gaining momentum, with local botanicals and storytelling shaping retail appeal and influencing how consumers discover premium spirits.

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Asia Spirits Ratings 2026: Why the Super Early Bird Deadline Matters for Spirits Brands

17/02/2026 | The Super Early Bird deadline for Asia Spirits Ratings 2026 closes on April 30 — and for spirits brands, this sits within one of the most established and competitive beverage landscapes in Asia