TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2026 /CNW/ -- Corby Spirit and Wine Limited ("Corby" or the "Company") (TSX: CSW.A) (CSW.B) announced today that it will report its 2027 first quarter results after market close on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Florence Tresarrieu, President, and Chief Executive Officer, and Juan Alonso, Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer will host a conference call for the investment community on, Friday, November 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (ET).

To access the conference call, please dial 1-437-900-0527 or toll-free 1-888-510-2154. You can also join via webcast here: https://app.webinar.net/ZVQgJeQJ8e5.

The international mixology competition The Bartenders Society, presented by Marie Brizard and Saint James, and co-organized with BLMHD, returns on October 25 and 26, 2026 for an exceptional 11th edition. Each year, this event celebrates the creativity, boldness and expertise of bartenders from around the world.For the very first time in its history, the international final will be held in Bordeaux, the birthplace of Marie Brizard. This symbolic edition will bring together the best bartenders from 17 countries around a theme that perfectly resonates with the House’s DNA: “A Journey Through Spices”.

Since its creation, The Bartenders Society has established itself as a key event on the international cocktail scene. A true platform for exchange and inspiration, the competition spotlights the diversity of bartending cultures, encourages the emergence of new talent, and celebrates the excellence of the spirits and ingredients that shape contemporary mixology.

◈ ◈ ◈ BORDEAUX, A RETURN TO MARIE BRIZARS'S ROOTS

The 2026 edition carries a very special meaning with the international final taking place in Bordeaux, the birthplace of Marie Brizard. It is a powerful way to celebrate its heritage, liqueur-making expertise and mastery of blending since 1755.

On October 25 and 26, Bordeaux will become the stage for an international final where heritage, creativity and innovation meet to celebrate cocktail excellence.

◈◈◈ AN EXCEPTIONAL EDITION, MORE INTERNATIONAL THAN EVER

France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, Martinique, Belgium, Germany, Brazil, followed by the four new countries joining the competition this year: Australia, Taiwan, Argentina and Morocco, as well as Canada.

◈◈◈  "A JOURNEY THROUGH SPICES",
               A THEME THAT RESONATES WITH THE HOUSES HERITAGE

The 2026 theme directly echoes Marie Brizard’s historical expertise in the extraction, concentration and preservation of fruit and spice aromas. This unique know-how remains a key part of the brand’s identity today and resonates fully with its DNA.
The theme invites bartenders from around the world to envision original creations that bring together culinary traditions, spices from around the globe and mixology techniques.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Forester, America's First Bottled Bourbon, introduces the Tribute Series, a new annual ultra-premium age-stated release representing the pinnacle of the brand's craft. The Tribute Series debuts with a 12-year-old, 115 proof bourbon. Presented in a timeless decanter inspired by the brand's iconic holiday collection, the series pairs one of the brand's most mature whisky with mid-century sophistication.

The Tribute Series is just that: a tribute to the best of Old Forester and a celebration of the brand's legacy of firsts, from its first twice-barreled expression to the unique heat-cycled maturation that shapes its flavor over time. Anchored in more than 150 years of bourbon-making and design, the series brings together exceptional whisky and Old Forester's historic eye for distinctive packaging to create a meaningful, modern collectible designed to be as memorable as the bourbon it holds.

"The Tribute Series celebrates the craftsmanship and innovation that has defined Old Forester for generations," said Caleb Trigo, Assistant Master Distiller. "By bringing together some of our most mature whisky and drawing inspiration from an important chapter in our design history, we've created an expression that honors where Old Forester has been while showcasing what makes our whisky distinctive today."

The distinctive batching and maturation process brings together Old Forester's highest age-stated stock rather than relying on single-barrel or single-lot selections. Bottled at the optimal proof, between 110 and 125, each release will deliver a rich profile that sets a new standard for high-aged bourbon.

The 2026 Tribute Series opens with aromas of warm caramel, sweet leather, golden raisins and dark cherries. On the palate, notes of cherry and candied walnuts evolve into sweet cinnamon and cardamom, followed by a long finish of toasted oak, peppercorn, cherry preserves and black tea.

This bourbon is presented in a collectible bottle inspired by Old Forester's historic holiday decanter collection. First introduced in 1950, the decanter series offered consumers an exceptional whisky in packaging designed to become a lasting piece for the home. From 1954 through 1969, the annual decanters brought mid-century design to the brand's holiday gifting tradition. This new series reinterprets that heritage with an architectural glass bottle featuring elegant vertical facets, refined metallic accents and a substantial metallic stopper engraved with Old Forester's historic quality statement.

Designed for display and collection, the bottle connects the Tribute Series to Old Forester's longstanding tradition of pairing distinctive whisky with thoughtful design. The 2026 Old Forester Tribute Series will be available in limited quantities nationwide for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $299.99.

SHELBYVILLE, Ky., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ON THE ROAD — Sweet + Heat. Food + Drink. Drizzle + Pour. Bulleit Frontier Whiskey and Mike's Hot Honey are joining forces in a new partnership built around perfect combos and bold flavors. The two powerhouse brands are teaming up to bring unexpected pairings from their bottles to foods, cocktails and culture. Off the heels of the launch of Bulleit '87, the newest expression that combines bourbon and rye together in one blend, the two brands are teaming up to level up your favorite serves with a Drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey and a Pour of Bulleit Frontier Whiskey. Just as Bulleit '87 marries bourbon richness with spiced rye, Mike's Hot Honey brings the sweet heat. When the two combine in one glass, the ultimate pairing is born.

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/bulleit/9426451-en-bulleit-frontier-whiskey-mikes-hot-honey-collab-ultimate-pairing

Bulleit '87 and Mike's Hot Honey are taking that pairing on the road, with stops at 22 events across 15 cities throughout the year. From festivals and sports games to major food and cultural moments, the duo will show up with pours of Bulleit '87 served neat or on the rocks with a drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey on the rim, delivering bold, delicious flavor to the glass. Try the ultimate pairing from the new Bulleit Rider, a mobile bar decked out in Bulleit's signature orange. Don't worry, Bulleit Bourbon and Bulleit Rye will be there too, showing up in cocktails alongside the sweet heat addition of Mike's Hot Honey as a key ingredient. The partnership will also come to life through local food collaborations and wearable swag, bringing a different take on the ultimate pairing to every stop. From collabs with Briscuits in Austin, Texas to Cafe du Monde Beignets in NOLA to a classic deli sandwich with Ggiata Delicatessen in Los Angeles, people can savor the flavor of a Drizzle + a Pour in culinary classics and local favorites all over the US.

"As a brand built on backing bold ideas and doing things differently, we're thrilled to partner with Mike's Hot Honey to create the ultimate flavor pairing," said Frank Dudley, Brand Director of American Whiskey at Diageo. "We're all about pushing the boundaries of flavor exploration, and Mike's Hot Honey shares the same philosophy of quality and flavor, making for a pairing that tastes damn good."

You can expect to see a lot more of this collab. The Bulleit x Mike's Hot Honey partnership will pop up in bars, restaurants and spirits retailers nationwide, bringing the ultimate swicy pairing to drinks menus and store shelves.

BULLEIT X MIKE'S HOT HONEY COCKTAIL RECIPES

Hot Honey Old Fashioned:

• 1.5 oz Bulleit Bourbon
• 2 bar spoons (approx. 1/8 oz) of Mike's Hot Honey
• 2 dashes Bitters
• Garnish: Expressed orange peel.

Swicy Gold Rush:

• 1.5 oz Bulleit Rye
• 0.75 oz Lemon Juice
• 0.5 oz Mike's Hot Honey
• Garnish: Lemon peel or dehydrated lemon.

Bulleit '87:

Neat or On The Rocks pour with a drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey on the rim

BULLEIT X MIKE'S HOT HONEY AT EVENTS

Right around the corner, catch this collab outside at:

• Los Angeles: Bulleit and Mike's Hot Honey are teaming up with Ggiata Delicatessen on The Kentucky Hotshot, a limited-time sandwich by LA's coolest purveyors featuring chicken marinated in a special Bulleit '87 BBQ sauce and finished with a Mike's Hot Honey drizzle, available for $18 across all Ggiata Delicatessen locations this weekend only (October 16 - October 19).
• NYC: On October 17, the Bulleit Rider makes its way to NYC to take over Stone Street Oktoberfest, offering complimentary cocktails, serves of Bulleit '87 and Mike's Hot Honey, and giveaways at several bars on the block.

And down the line, we'll be showing up in many more cities, including the below. The fun will continue into 2027, so keep an eye out!

• 10/23: Whiskey Washback Dallas
• 10/24: Detroit Bar Takeovers
• 10/30: Whiskey Washback NYC
• 11/20: WhiskyFest NY
• 2/25 - 2/28: Miami South Beach Food & Wine
• 4/9 - 4/11: Tampa Gasparilla Music Festival
• 4/28 - 4/30: Lousiville Derby Week

If you'd like to experiment with the ultimate pairing at home or at your local bar, try Mike's Hot Honey x Bulleit in our simple but delicious signature pours. When used as a rim for a neat or on-the-rocks pour of Bulleit '87, Mike's Hot Honey draws out the whiskey's brown sugar sweetness while amplifying its spiced rye, resulting in a swicy experience that lets both bottles shine in the glass. A Drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey also gives a sweet heat element in the Hot Honey Old Fashioned and the Swicy Gold Rush, and upgrades food recipes that complement the whiskies however you drink 'em.

Beyond food and drink, the flavor journey is getting its own look. Illustrated by Diego Aguilar (@bird_milk_), the limited-edition Bulleit '87 x Mike's Hot Honey tee takes inspiration from the bold flavors and unexpected pairings found throughout the roadshow. The tee will be available for a limited time on the Mike's Hot Honey website for $30, with chances to score one for free on Bulleit's Instagram page.

The suggested retail price for Bulleit '87 is $29.99 for a 750mL bottle, in line with Bulleit Bourbon and Bulleit 95 Rye, available at select retail stores nationwide or online at ReserveBar.

Bulleit knows whiskey is best enjoyed with a glass of water and encourages those 21+ to sip boldly and responsibly. For more on Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, visit bulleit.com. Be sure to check out our Instagram @bulleit for more updates and where to purchase the spirit once it becomes available.

21+ Please Drink Responsibly.