Paramount Liquor

Last month we had an incredible night celebrating the Australian Liquor Industry Awards. This iconic event is a highlight for the Australian hospitality scene, spotlighting the standout people, venues, and brands shaping our liquor industry. From beer to spirits, on-premise to off-premise, the awards showcased excellence across the board. Categories included New Product of the Year, Liquor Store of the Year, Bartender of the Year, and Hotel of the Year, among many others.   A huge congratulations to all the winners and nominees who were recognised by their peers as the best of the best! Here's a list of the awards that we were honoured to sponsor on the night! Best Independent Craft – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace  - Young Henrys Newtowner - Bentspoke Crankshaft Best Rosé Wine – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace W: Bird In Hand W: De Bortoli Rosé Rosé HC: Squealing Pig Best Australian and International Sparkling Wine – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace  - Mumm Tasmania Brut Prestige - Jansz Premium Cuvée NV Best Luxury Dark Spirits over $85 – Sponsored by Paramount Connect W: Lark Classic Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky HC: Archie Rose Single Malt Whisky HC: The Balvenie 12 Year Old HC: The Macallan 12 Year Old Best Draught Product – Sponsored by Paramount Liquor - Balter XPA - Guinness

We’re excited to announce the opening of Christine's at our Derrimut location! Named in honour of Christine, the cafe celebrates her legacy of warmth and connection.   Christine's is more than a place to grab a coffee or a bite to eat—it’s a space where our team can come together, share moments, and foster meaningful connections. It’s a reflection of the values we hold dear, and we are thrilled to finally share this common space with everyone!   A big shoutout to Miriam Moynihan and Ryan Agar for their vision, Mim Brown for coordinating the build and design, as well as designer Scott Bagnell and construction company, Ascot Group.

A night to remember! The annual Paramount Awards, is where we celebrate the exceptional dedication of our team and key supplier partners. From standout performances to incredible collaborations and innovation, it was an honour to recognise those nominated by their peers, who drive our success as a business, exemplify company values, and make outstanding contributions to elevating our industry.   Congratulations to all our award winners and nominees! •Greatest Impact Award - Devyn Mcleod •Accountability Award - Glynn Gray •Innovation Award - Sean McMahon •Customer Champion Award - SAM GROSS & Lexi Jonas •Rising Star Award - Yasmin Alexiou •Paramount Field Salesperson of the Year - Blake Hocking •Connect Salesperson of the Year - Lane Roberts •Digital Salesperson of the Year - Wah Diep •MVP of the Year - Mihaela Valentinis •Sales Team of the Year - NSW •Supplier of the Year - Bacardi •Most Improved Supplier - Moët Hennessy •Best New Product - Hard Rated by Carlton & United Breweries •Team Choice Brand Campaign - Angel's Envy trip to Kentucky Bacardi •Best Performing Brand Campaign - Heineken F1 Experience Lion •Category Performance - Flavoured Whisky SouthTrade International •Supply Chain Excellence - Brown-Forman •Fastest Growing Supplier - Campari Group •Best Field Engagement Award - Bacardi •Supplier Account Manager of the Year - Benjamin Vidaic, Carlton & United Breweries

The annual Paramount Liquor conference is testament to the innovation and creativity of our supplier partners. Through immersive collaborations, and insightful experiences, they bring each brand narrative to life and showcase solutions-driven product developments that set the stage for our industry. We want to extend our deepest thanks to each supplier for their outstanding contributions, supporting our team with the tools and knowledge to bring these stories directly to our customers. Here are some highlights from this year’s supplier immersions!   SouthTrade International Bacardi Carlton & United Breweries Accolade Wines Campari Group Brown-Forman Moët Hennessy Treasury Wine Estates Diageo Lion Pernod Ricard Altus (Craft Revolution) Proximo Spirits Red Bull Samuel Smith & Son and Negociants Australia Fever-Tree William Grant & Sons Robert Oatley Wines Proof & Company Paramount Connect

We're still riding the post-conference wave after a fantastic week connecting the broader Paramount team with our Evolution marketing suppliers, brands, and customers. Take a look at the highlights from our three-day event!

Paramount Liquor is honoured to be a sponsor at this year’s Australian Liquor Industry Awards, highlighting the exceptional hospitality venues, brands, and people, who make our industry world class. Congratulations to all the award nominees and we look forward to celebrating with you! #ALIA2024

We’re excited to announce our partnership with EzTenda, Australia’s first drinks tendering marketplace, highlighting Paramount Liquor’s commitment to driving innovation and evolution across the industry. This collaboration will transform the way brands and venues connect, giving customers direct access to suppliers through the industry first - EzTenda platform. Together, we’re creating a more dynamic, collaborative, and streamlined marketplace—setting a new benchmark for growth and efficiency in the drinks sector. Stay tuned for more details—read the full article here. https://lnkd.in/gsBVJGxV Ian Mason Nathan Rowe Leigh Rowe

Last week, we hosted our third annual Paramount Liquor conference in Port Douglas, bringing together over 130 of our incredible staff, suppliers, and customers to explore the future of the liquor industry. With growth as the central theme, we connected with our partners across all categories to foster relationships, share insights, and discuss strategies for mutual success over the next five years.    We covered off an array of exciting sessions including powerful keynotes from Alex Moffat and Hayley Rose, learnt more about key areas of the business with the Paramount Games; educating on all areas from purchasing to our sales team strategies, listened to an exciting customer panel; diving into value beyond price and our interactive immersion sessions featured some of our key supplier brands, offering a hands-on experience for all attendees. We were also joined by Ian Mason, who announced our exclusive partnership with EzTenda Australia, which will revolutionise multi-category beverage tendering in Australia.   The conference culminated with the Paramount Awards, where we recognised the exceptional efforts of both our team and suppliers. Congratulations to all our award winners for their outstanding contributions!   As we look to the future, we remain committed to driving growth, supporting our suppliers, and leading the way in the Australian hospitality industry.

Recently, some of our customers and Paramount team members enjoyed a Balter Brewing Company weekender on the Gold Coast, hosted by Carlton & United Breweries. Cry Baby in Adelaide, Revolver in Melbourne, El Primo Sanchez in Sydney, and Burleigh Pavilion on the Gold Coast all had the chance to visit the Balter Brewery, spend a day on the Balter Deck at the footy, and indulge in some of Queensland's finest hospitality—paired with a few Balter Cerveza's and Balter XPA's. A special thanks to the teams at Balter and CUB for making it all possible. We look forward to more great times ahead! #ParamountLiquor #BalterBrewery #CUB #GoldCoast #HospitalityIndustry #TeamBuilding

We are thrilled to announce that Paramount Marketplace was a proud sponsor of the prestigious Halliday Wine Companion Awards this year! 🏆🥂 At Paramount Liquor, we are passionate about supporting the wine community, and our partnership with Halliday Wine Companion reflects our commitment to not only providing the best selection of wines through Paramount Marketplace but also to celebrate the exceptional talent within the Australian wine industry. The awards night was a resounding success, showcasing the innovation, dedication, and craftsmanship that the wine industry prides itself on. It was inspiring to see so many passionate individuals and teams come together, reinforcing the vibrant future of Australian wine. Let's raise a glass to the incredible talent in our industry and the vibrant future ahead! #HallidayWineAwards2025 #ParamountMarketplace #WineIndustry #AustralianWine #SupportLocal