WREXHAM, Wales, July 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- Wrexham Lager Beer Co Ltd, the oldest lager brand in the UK, has officially landed in Canada through new partnerships with British Columbia Liquor Store (BCLS) and Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LBCO), two of North America's largest alcohol retailers.

Since Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds took the reins as co-owners of Wrexham AFC and Wrexham Lager Beer Co Ltd, the town's spirit and its lager have gone global. The lager brand from Wales has seen a surge in popularity thanks to the renewed spotlight on the club and its hometown pride. Brewed using a traditional recipe that dates back to 1882, Wrexham Lager is subtly hopped, light, refreshing, and easy to drink. Now, with high demand, the lager is making its way into Canadian fridges for the first time, offering fans a taste of Wrexham wherever they cheer.

In British Columbia, Wrexham Lager is now available in 92 BCL Store locations, along with select Licensed Retail Stores (LRS) across the province. The BCLS locations will carry the 330ml six packs, while the LRS locations will carry both 330ml and 500ml single cans. In Ontario, Wrexham Lager's 500ml single can will be available through LCBO locations across the province.

The Canadian launch marks the latest milestone in Wrexham Lager's global growth, following successful expansion into the United States, Australia, Scandinavia, Northern Ireland, and additional markets.

"Bringing Wrexham Lager to Canada is another proud step in our journey and a great reminder to never underestimate something from Wrexham," said Jon Roberts, Board Director and Interim CEO of Wrexham Lager Beer Co Ltd. "With our products now available in British Columbia and Ontario, Canadian customers now get to experience a taste of our premium lager. Our global success reflects the appetite for genuine and authentic lager - something Wrexham Lager is proud to deliver."

Brewed in Wales since 1882, Wrexham Lager is brewed with the same time-honored Bavarian techniques that put it on the map over 140 years ago, using only the finest ingredients to deliver a crisp, refreshing taste that's stood the test of time.

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Heaven Hill Brands, one of the nation's largest independent, family-owned spirits companies, today unveiled its refreshed corporate brand and marked the opening of its new Louisville corporate office with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by city and company leadership, including Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg, and employees.

The refreshed brand reflects Heaven Hill's nearly 90-year legacy and signals a bold, unified vision for the future, centered on its people, partners, communities, and award-winning portfolio of spirits. At the core of this refreshed identity is the new company tagline, "," a message that captures the company's belief that long-term success comes through collaboration, shared values, and a deep commitment to those it serves.

"Our new corporate office is a physical expression of our refreshed brand, modern, intentional, and people-first," said Kate Latts, Co-President of Heaven Hill Brands. "It reflects not only how we work, but who we are: a company built on connection, creativity, and a belief that we thrive together."

Originally introduced internally earlier this year, the new brand identity brings clarity and consistency to how the company shows up across all touchpoints, from employee culture and trade partnerships to community engagement and corporate storytelling. As of today, it is fully visible across external channels, including the company's newly relaunched website, .

The new corporate office, located at 815 N. Whittington Parkway, brings Heaven Hill's Louisville-based teams under one roof for the first time in many years. The 48,000-square-foot space includes more than 150 dedicated workspaces, a two-story café, employee art gallery wall, a New Product Development area, and flexible gathering spaces to support innovation and teamwork.

Among the standout features is Max's Place, a tasting bar named by employees in honor of longtime company leader and current Executive Chairman Max Shapira. The space also features installations from local partners, including a hand-painted mural by OSRS and a living moss wall by Anything Groes. Full-wall brand graphics, installed by USA Image, celebrate the company's defining attributes, authenticity, legacy, integrity, and innovation, all central to the spirit of Thriving Together.

"We built this office to foster connection, collaboration, and growth," said Allan Latts, Co-President. "And it comes at a time when Heaven Hill is gaining momentum on every front, from new product innovation and distilling expansion, to how we invest in our people and communities. That's what 'Thriving Together' looks like in action."

"Heaven Hill is a vibrant and growing business with deep roots in Louisville," said Louisville Mayor Greenberg. "Its new corporate office is a testament to the economic strength and momentum we have right now in Louisville and an investment in the future success of the company and our community. The innovative design and commitment to employee well-being will attract new talent to Heaven Hill and to the city of Louisville."

That momentum is underscored by a significant national honor: Heaven Hill has once again been named a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, an award recognizing excellence in strategy, execution, culture, and financial performance. The recognition places Heaven Hill among a distinguished group of companies across more than 40 countries.

The design and construction of the new corporate office was made possible through the collaboration of several valued partners. Heaven Hill extends its appreciation to NTS Development, ARCO, 15 Design, Miranda Construction, and Hoagland Commercial Realtors for their leadership and partnership throughout the planning and build process.

Founded in Bardstown, Kentucky in 1935, Heaven Hill remains family-owned and led. Its portfolio includes some of the most awarded and beloved spirits brands in the industry, such as Elijah Craig Bourbon, Evan Williams Bourbon, Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond, Lunazul Tequila, Ocho Tequila, and Deep Eddy Vodka.

Today's milestone builds on the company's ongoing investment across the Commonwealth, including the opening of the Heaven Hill Springs Distillery in Bardstown and continued operations at the historic Bernheim Distillery in West Louisville.

Get ready for a sip of true indulgence! 

There’s something about a cinnamon bun that instantly transports you to a local bakery, a Sunday brunch, or a cozy moment shared with friends. It's a flavour so familiar, it feels like home. That comforting feeling just got a spirited Canadian twist.

Fresh from the oven (or a distillery in this case), the newly launched is a rich and indulgent take on a Canadian favourite. This seasonal release blends award-winning Ontario whisky with fresh Canadian cream and layers of cinnamon, vanilla, and pastry notes, all crafted in Grimsby, Ontario. 

The liqueur is made for slow mornings, sweet nightcaps, and everything in between. We encourage your readers to try it in a Cinnamon Bun Espresso Martini (1 oz Forty Creek Cinnamon Bun Cream, ½ oz Frangelico®, ½ oz espresso) or sip it straight over ice. 

Milan, 17 June 2025 – From smart automation to AI-driven menus, and sustainability influencing choices and consumption habits, hospitality and out-of-home experiences are undergoing an unprecedented evolution: to offer customers increasingly multisensory and immersive experiences, cutting-edge technologies are merging with design and functionality to create hi-tech yet welcoming solutions.

These trends are driving market growth: according to ExportPlanning data, in 2024 the global production of the sectors represented at Host 2025 amounts to €189.9 billion, with professional foodservice equipment leading the way, posting a +8.6% increase over the previous year. In this context of global growth, Italy reaffirms its leading role in exports: as highlighted by ICE – the Italian Trade Agency for the promotion and internationalisation of Italian companies – our country holds the global leadership in Coffee and Vending Machines with a 29.8% market share, is co-leader in Bakery and Pastry Machines (28.8%), right after China, and maintains a solid position in Gelato and Refrigeration Machines with a 10.5% share.

The place to be for companies and professionals from around the world

In this dynamic scenario, Fiera Milano presents Host 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for hospitality, out-of-home and food retail: the place to be to preview the trends shaping the future of global hospitality.

Five months before the official opening, on 17 October, over 1,700 exhibitors are already registered – from top players to outstanding SMEs – with 44% of them coming from 54 different countries. Alongside Italy, the most active countries include Germany, Spain, France, the Netherlands, the United States, and the United Kingdom. There are also many new entries from South America and Southeast Asia.

 These companies will meet with over 700 hosted buyers from around 75 countries, highly qualified also thanks to the support of ICE – the Italian Trade Agency. Key target sectors include: distributors, retailers, exporters/importers; restaurants, food service and out-of-home; retail and large-scale distribution; hospitality businesses; shopping centres and venues; chefs, professionals and consultants. The main foreign regions of origin are the Americas (35%), the Middle East and Africa (28%), Asia and Oceania (14%), as well as Europe and CIS countries (24%).

 Host 2025 will offer a comprehensive overview of innovation in the sector, alongside in-depth focus areas in specific segments, organised by supply chain affinity: Professional Foodservice and Bakery-Pasta-Pizza; Coffee-Tea, Bar-Coffee Machines-Vending, Gelato-Pastry; Tableware-Technology-Contract Furnishing.

 Spotlight on Artisan Baking with the renewed MIPPP

Within this broad cross-sector overview of hospitality, Artisan Baking stands out. As consumers increasingly seek products combining craftsmanship and wellbeing, technology and solution providers are responding with innovations that speak the language of digitalisation, energy efficiency, and controlled quality.

Thanks to this ongoing innovation capability, according to a Grand View Research report, the global bakery equipment market has reached a value of around $14 billion, with a projected annual growth of 6.7% until 2030. In particular, the segment of equipment for pizza base production is set to grow, driven by increasing demand for gourmet pizzas, including organic and gluten-free varieties.

To meet these market demands, Host 2025 is strengthening the MIPPP – Milano Bakery Pizza Pasta area, thanks in part to a partnership with the SIPAN Consortium, which will bring together the most important Italian manufacturers of bakery equipment. MIPPP will be complemented by Bakery Square, an arena dedicated to training, events, competitions and workshops to promote the culture of artisan baking. It will also host the prestigious Panettone World Championship and the European Pizza Championship.

The bar and coffee world prepares for an increasingly specialty-driven future

Alongside bakery, the other face of the increasingly experience-oriented evolution of out-of-home consumption is the bar and coffee world, which is also undergoing major transformations. From endless iced coffee recipes to nitro coffee prepared with liquid nitrogen, consumers are seeking a special, personalized touch in venues capable of creating a multisensory experience.

This dynamism is also reflected in the numbers: combining at-home and out-of-home consumption, Statista estimates that the global market closed 2024 with a value of $461.30 billion, is projected to exceed the $500 billion threshold in 2028, and is expected to reach $521.90 billion by the end of the decade.

Host 2025 will feature the bar and coffee sectors with SIC – the International Coffee Exhibition, a global benchmark where the entire Italian and international supply chain is represented, from green bean to cup. This year, SIC also welcomes the much-anticipated return to Milan of the World Barista Championship, the most prestigious global competition for baristas.

360-degree innovation across all sectors

In keeping with Host Milano’s unique exhibition concept, innovation takes center stage not only in bakery and bar, but across all sectors. Adjacent to SIC, the Gelato and Pastry areas will showcase the best in their respective industries, from machinery to semi-finished products, and from accessories to ingredients.

Focus will be on design in the areas dedicated to Furnishings-Technology and Tableware, which have become essential events in the calendars of executives in contract design, hospitality, and food retail. In recent editions, in fact, Host Milano has evolved from a historic benchmark for technology to a trendsetting event for formats and layouts.

The growing focus on planning and design is further confirmed by the continued development of Smart Label – Host Innovation Award, the prize promoted by HostMilano and Fiera Milano in partnership with POLI.design and under the patronage of ADI – the Association for Industrial Design. Now in its seventh edition, the award has attracted over 950 applications over the years.

From training to show-cooking and competitions

Complementing the exhibition path, the visitor experience at Host 2025 will be enriched by a packed schedule of events.

There will be no shortage of starred chefs – both established and up-and-coming – who will share their secrets in exciting show-cooking sessions, and master pizza chefs who will captivate audiences with contemporary and innovative reinterpretations of this great icon of Italian cuisine. The program will also include in-depth discussions with experts, organized in collaboration with partner associations.

Part of the road to Milan also includes the event’s international positioning strategy, which aims to engage potential exhibitors and visitors – and stakeholders in general – directly in key target markets.

In addition to its established presence at major global industry events, Host Milano is expanding its international reach through dedicated events such as Host Arabia, a new spin-off designed to create more business and networking opportunities in the professional hospitality sector. Organized by Fiera Milano in collaboration with local partner Semark, the event will take place from 15 to 17 December 2025 in Riyadh, in conjunction with Saudi HORECA, thus becoming a new strategic hub for networking and innovation in the heart of the Middle East.

The appointment with the 44th edition is at Fiera Milano, Rho district, from 17 to 21 October 2025.

For information on how to exhibit:

Stand inquiry (fieramilano.it)

To pre-register as a professional visitor:

https://host.fieramilano.it/en/visitare/biglietteria.html