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 August 6, 2019 (August 6, 2019) by Andy Young

As Solotel looks to expand its non-alcoholic drink options the Lyre’s range is really engaging the group’s bar teams…. Continue reading

Posted on August 2, 2019 (September 10, 2019) by Andy Young

Craigellachie’s 51-year-old whisky is coming to Australia and they are giving it away for free…. Continue reading

Posted on August 2, 2019 (August 13, 2019) by Andy Young

Archie Rose Founder Will Edwards said the distillery will continue to make gin and vodka despite whisky launch…. Continue reading

Posted on July 31, 2019 (August 13, 2019) by Andy Young

Rye whiskey is becoming increasingly popular in bars and with bartenders and a renowned brand has made its debut in Australia…. Continue reading

Posted on July 29, 2019 (August 13, 2019) by Andy Young

Beam Suntory’s new Shochu RTD, Koyomi, is strongly influenced by Japanese culture…. Continue reading

Posted on July 22, 2019 (July 26, 2019) by Andy Young

Sydney cocktail bar claimed the award at the 13th annual Tales of the Cocktail Spirted Awards in New Orleans…. Continue reading

Posted on July 15, 2019 (July 26, 2019) by Andy Young

Alex Boon from Mjølner in Melbourne is Australia’s Diageo World Class winner after an epic finals performance…. Continue reading

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Andy Young

Industry stakeholders are encouraged to make a submission to the Sydney night time economy committee. The deadline is tonight. … Continue reading

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Andy Young

Once again Australia’s impressive bar scene has been recognised by the team behind Tales of the Cocktail…. Continue reading

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Andy Young

Former Group Bars Manager at Solotel will become the new Brand Ambassador for Lyre’s…. Continue reading