A sister show to Bar Convent Berlin, organisers of the London edition say they have placed professional development “at the heart” of this year’s BCB London, which includes seminars, tastings, demonstrations and workshops. There will also be live flair sessions in partnership with the World Flair Association and the return of the popular pouring contest in association with cocktail bar Satan’s Whiskers.
Exhibitors range from established international spirits groups to smaller, independent producers, showcasing everything from spirits and liqueurs to no- & low-alcohol alternatives.
Here are Global Drinks Intel’s picks of the must-visit exhibitor stands.
Boutique Brands – Stand LG-08
Boutique Brands will showcase Altamura Distilleries’ namesake vodka (above), Lazzaroni Liqueurs, Portofino Dry Gin and Yaguara Cachaça, alongside The Kurayoshi and The Matsui Japanese whiskies, Scrappy’s Bitters, Ruta Maya Belizean Rum and Samurai Sake.
The company’s stand will host eight guest bartending sessions across the two days, with brand owners also in attendance. Available to meet at the stand will be CEO Danilo Tersigni, national account & route-to-market manager Thomas Pedley, head of on-trade prestige Valerio D’Addio and head of logistics & online Tommy Harrigan.
Campari Group – Stand QS3-03
Courvoisier will lead Campari Group’s line-up, alongside its flagship Aperol and Campari brands, non-alc aperitif Crodino, and Sarti and Mondoro Elderflower aperitifs. Visitors can register for the Courvoisier Connoisseur UK cocktail competition, offering a GBP10,000 (US$13,370) first prize, and sample the Mondoro hugo spritz ahead of the aperitif’s UK on-premise roll-out this spring.
The team aims to engage directly with London’s bartenders and hospitality professionals, with account managers and brand advocacy representatives available at the stand.
Cantina Mexico – Stand LG-04
Agave-based spirit collective Cantina Mexico will bring together a group of independent, established producers to showcase tequila, mezcal and raicilla. Among the brands featured at the show are Tequila Fortaleza, Tequila Arette (above), Tequila Don Fulano, Tequila Calle 23, La Venenosa Raicilla, Mezcal La Escondida and El Tequileño Tequila.
Industry experts and producers representing each company will be on hand to talk about their products, explain their brand stories and detail their artisanal production methods.
Defiant Ones UK – Stand QS1-08
The company behind Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop, Defiant Ones UK will be in attendance at this year’s event. The gin brand was launched by Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre (above) in 2024 and was the second product release from the pair, who also have RTD cocktail range Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop. Still G.I.N. is made using vacuum distillation, which Defiant says gives it “a crisper, fresher taste”.
While it is unlikely the megastars will be at the stand, it may be worth swinging by just in case.
Disaronno International UK – Stand GG-71
The UK division of Disaronno’s international operations will exhibit a broad selection from its portfolio, including Disaronno Originale (above) and Velvet, Tia Maria, Engine Gin, Isolabella Limoncello, Sagamore Spirit, The Busker Irish Whiskey, Three Sixty Vodka, Cotswolds Distillery gin and whiskies, Barceló Rum and Minoki Rum.
The unit will host a new “modular stand concept designed to flex across events”. Disaronno brand ambassadors Rory O’Sullivan and Daryl Beare, Three Sixty Vodka’s global brand ambassador Ilias Kousis and members of the wider Disaronno International UK’s on-trade commercial team will be in attendance.
Double Dutch Drinks – Stand GG-44
Double Dutch Drinks will showcase its full namesake brand’s range of mixers, including tonic waters, ginger beer/ale and soda waters. The team will also mix up cocktails, offer guided tastings, perfect-serve suggestions and “a chance to explore how our flavour-led approach elevates mixed drinks”.
The UK company’s portfolio is produced using natural ingredients with no artificial flavouring, colours or preservatives. Available to meet at the stand will be co-founder Raissa de Haas and senior national account manager Natalie Peacock.
La Cepa Wine & Spirits – Stand LG-03
La Cepa will present a range of artisanal mezcals from its flagship brand, Mezcal Sentir. The mark’s portfolio spans around 20 expressions across joven, reposado, añejo and ancestral styles, as well as fruit-distilled variants.
Alongside its core range, the company will showcase Citruse by Sentir – a four-strong range of espadín mezcals consisting of Orange, Lemongrass, Tamarind and Mandarin-infused variants. La Cepa’s focus at this year’s event is on introducing its portfolio to trade buyers and building recognition in international markets.
La Martiniquaise-Bardinet UK – Stand GG-48
The Netherlands-headquartered company’s UK division will lead its attendance with the Marie Brizard liqueur (above) and syrup range, alongside spirits including Sobieski Vodka, Glen Moray and Cutty Sark. Warner’s Gin will also be a focus this year, following its recent addition to the portfolio.
“We’ll be having some fun with the flavours of Marie Brizard liqueurs and syrups, giving guests a chance to play around and try new flavour combinations,” says LMB. National account controller David McLauchlan, brand specialist & key account manager Phil Huckle, key account manager Ross Walpole and brand activation manager Jerri Alexander will all be on the company’s stand.
Legendario – Stand GG-27
Legendario will present its range of Cuban rums, including the Añejo, Blanco and slightly lower-ABV Elixir de Cuba (above). The range is distilled in column stills and aged in American oak barrels in Havana.
The 80-year-old company’s portfolio is positioned around its Cuban heritage, with distribution already established in around 25 markets across both on- and off-premise channels. “Our portfolio combines authentic Cuban identity, consistent quality and strong international distribution, making our brands a reliable and attractive choice for partners seeking genuine rum with character and history,” the company says.
The Lost Explorer Mezcal Co – Stand GG-40
Visitors to The Lost Explorer stand will be among the first to try the company’s namesake brand’s new Reposado tequila, which launches in May. As well mezcal and tequila, the stand will showcase a tequila-RTD collaboration with Lockdown Liquor & Co: Spicy Picante.
The Lost Explorer Mezcal Co produces its agave spirits in Valles Centrales, Oaxaca, using Espadín, Tobalá and Salmiana agave plants. The company’s portfolio is sold in Mexico, the US, the UK and mainland Europe. Trade marketing manager James Pattison will be available to meet.
Pisco ProChile – Stand EM1-02
Chilean Pisco will be showcased at BCB London this week, inviting visitors to discover the versatile South American spirit through a selection of brands currently distributed in the UK. Featured labels will include Capel, Alto del Carmen, Waqar, ABA and El Gobernador, offering attendees the opportunity to explore the diversity and premium potential of Chilean pisco in today’s UK market.
Speciality Brands – Stand EM2-05
Speciality Brands will welcome visitors with guided tastings across its portfolio, available to try neat and in a series of cocktails. The UK-focused distributor represents a range of spirits and no- & low-alcohol options, working closely with the on-premise and specialist retail channels.
Brands on show will include Black Tot Caribbean Rum, Boatyard Gin – including the refill pouch packaging format (above) – Cocchi Vermouth, Michter’s Small-Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Nikka Japanese Whisky, Seasn 0.0%-ABV Cocktail Bitters (from the creators of Seedlip), Seychelles rum Takamaka and Tapatio Tequila.
The Spirit of Italy – Stand LG-14
The Spirit of Italy cooperative was created in 2011 “to promote the culture of premium Italian liqueurs”, and consists of ten spirits producers: Cocchi, Lucano, Luxardo, Meletti, Moccia, Nardini, Pallini, Strega, Toschi and Varnelli.
Visitors to the stand will be able to meet distillers and sample products including Liquore Strega, Amaro Lucano, Anisetta Meletti, Toschi Nocello, Varnelli Anice Secco, Nardini Grappa Bianca, Pallini Limoncello, Zabov Moccia, Luxardo Maraschino and Cocchi Storico Vermouth di Torino. Representatives from each company will be available for interviews with press and trade professionals.
