Throughout the ages, sharing a beer in good company has always been an important part of social interactions. But what if beer could do more than just bring joy to those who drink it?

Cellar Bridge was at ProWine Tokyo 2026.
Here’s what we saw, who we met, what we drank, and what we learned.

Just a train ride away from Tokyo City Center, Ishikawa Brewery is laden in history and traditions. Cellar Bridge takes you on a visit into the heart of sake and beer brewing.

At Wines Experience Ho Chi Minh City 2026, five sommeliers from Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand asked where Southeast Asia’s wine market is heading – and shared four bottles that made the point.

Minkyu poured me a glass, and I was immediately transported into a very different universe. Where the Sparkling Magpie was festive and light-hearted, I felt like the Tiger Reserve would be the ideal companion to a late night of drinking with close friends, when the time has come for sharing confidences and life-contemplation.

At Vinexpo Asia 2026, a panel on regenerative viticulture brought together growers from Mendoza, McLaren Vale and Marlborough, and the message from buyers was clear: they want proof, not promises.

At Vinexpo Asia 2026, the UNSIGNED pavilion brought together natural wine producers from five countries – and Tunisia made its Vinexpo debut.

Our report on ProWine Singapore 2026 and the distillers we think you should know.

Ngonista’s first conference brought together three homegrown spirits producers, a ProWine Asia presentation, and an industry panel – a homegrown, independent showcase for Vietnam’s wine and spirits scene.

At Wines Experience Ho Chi Minh City 2026, a NielsenIQ-supported panel asked what comes next for Southeast Asia’s hospitality and wine markets. The data was revealing. The answers were more so.

From a vertical of vintage Port to Korean cheongju and Burgundy vodka: the off-site tastings, spirits, and what’s next for Vinexpo Asia.