Andy Young

Bio: Andy Young is an experienced journalist and editor having made a start as a sports journalist with The Sun newspaper in the UK. Since then he’s worked in major newspaper and television newsrooms in both the UK and Australia. In 2012 Andy made the move into this amazing industry by joining the UK’s leading drinks title, The Drinks Business as Digital and News Editor. Moving back to Australia in 2014, Andy joined Intermedia as Editor of TheShout in 2015, writing news on a daily basis and also writing features for National Liquor News. Now Managing Editor of both TheShout and Bars and Clubs, Andy is excited to bring you the all the latest news from across Australia’s vibrant and welcoming bar industry. You can contact Andy at ayoung@intermedia.com.au.

Articles by Andy Young

Posted on March 11, 2025 (March 12, 2025) by Andy Young

Kurtis Bosley joins the Gravity Flavour Panel

The renowned hospitality innovator has taken on a new role as part-owner of Gravity Drinks and the first member of its newly established Flavour Panel…. Continue reading

Posted on March 11, 2025 (March 19, 2025) by Andy Young

Maybe Cocktail Festival line-up revealed

This year’s festival boasts seven bars from The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 list plus standout bars from 50 Best Bars Asia and North America, alongside venues ranked in the Top 500 Bars list…. Continue reading

Posted on March 10, 2025 (March 12, 2025) by Andy Young

Last chance to showcase your riffing skills with Archie Rose

Love to riff on a classic cocktail? Well, Archie Rose’s Rum Riff Cocktail Competition is a great place to show off your skills. Entries close on Monday…. Continue reading

Posted on March 5, 2025 (March 5, 2025) by Andy Young

What does the long-term future look like for bars?

A new report, which has brought together some of the world’s leading bartenders, claims there is a bright future for bars, if they can embrace certain key trends…. Continue reading

Posted on March 5, 2025 (March 5, 2025) by Andy Young

Disappointment as ‘discriminatory’ tax freeze ignores the spirits industry

Large format pubs and beer giants are set to benefit from the Government’s tax freeze on draught beer, put spirits-focused bars have been ignored…. Continue reading

Posted on March 4, 2025 (March 5, 2025) by Andy Young

Talking Nc’nean whisky with Founder
and CEO Annabel Thomas

Nc’nean whisky is a relatively new kid on the block, especially in the Scotch whisky industry. We talk to Founder Annabel Thomas about her journey from concept to reality with sustainability as a key driving force…. Continue reading

Posted on February 28, 2025 (February 28, 2025) by Andy Young

Jay Cozma wins Oceania Final of Angostura Global Cocktail Challenge

Jay Cozma will now head to Trinidad & Tobago in May for the competition’s global final as the Oceania Angostura Brand Ambassador…. Continue reading

Posted on February 27, 2025 (February 28, 2025) by Andy Young

Bar Bellamy’s delight at 50 Best debut

Neighbourhood cocktail bar and bistro, Bar Bellamy, has made its debut on the global city guide ‘50 Best Discovery’…. Continue reading

Posted on February 27, 2025 (February 28, 2025) by Andy Young

Australian Distillers announces 2025 Conference keynote speaker

This year’s Australian Distillers Association Conference will be held at The Star at Broadbeach Island in Queensland on Tuesday, 1 and Wednesday, 2 April…. Continue reading

Posted on February 19, 2025 (March 5, 2025) by Andy Young

Woodford Reserve embraces fashion
with new cocktail collection

Christian Kimber, Bar Bellamy, and Woodford Reserve unveil the ‘Most Fashionable Old Fashioned’ cocktail collection for Melbourne Fashion Festival…. Continue reading