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 May 20, 2019 by Andy Young

Thailand’s Ronnaporn Kanivichaporn takes Legacy crown

His winning cocktail Pink Me Up triumphed over 42 other drinks in the largest-ever Bacardi Legacy global final…. Continue reading

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Andy Young

Sydney set for 24 hour trading

Council has approved city planning changes to give Sydney a late-night boost, but it is not yet the end of the destructive lockout laws…. Continue reading

Posted on May 8, 2019 by Andy Young

Copper Dog whisky launches in Australia

Diageo has released its blended malt Scotch whisky, Copper Dog, into the Australian market…. Continue reading

Posted on April 15, 2019 (July 17, 2019) by Andy Young

Islay’s ninth distillery opens

The Ardnahoe Distillery has been officially opened by Hunter Laing & Co, Islay’s first new opening since 2005…. Continue reading

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Andy Young

The 2019 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards winners

Hellyers Road Distillery from Tasmania has been named as the 2019 Champion Australian Distiller…. Continue reading

Posted on April 10, 2019 (July 17, 2019) by Andy Young

Bladnoch appoints new Master Distiller

The Macallan’s former Master Distiller Dr Nick Savage will replace Ian MacMillan who left Bladnoch in January…. Continue reading

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Andy Young

Independent Bars Association to hold first AGM

The IBA has gained traction since it was established last year and still hopes to attract new members…. Continue reading

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Andy Young

The Dead Rabbit Irish whiskey launches in Australia

The new whiskey is a collaboration between the co-founders of The Dead Rabbit and the Dublin Liberties Distillery…. Continue reading

Posted on April 3, 2019 by Andy Young

Bacardi-Martini Australia appoints new Managing Director

Regional Vice President Denis Brown has welcomed Mauricio Vergara to the BMA leadership team…. Continue reading

Posted on April 2, 2019 (February 5, 2024) by Andy Young

Lyre’s to build through flavour and trial

From single standard drink Negroni to alcohol-free Espresso Martinis, the Lyre’s range offers new options for bars…. Continue reading