Ahead of the upcoming St Patrick’s Day (17 March), brands are busy launching new products and editions to celebrate the big holiday. The Guinness beer and the Jameson whisky are traditionally considered as the most Irish trademarks, and they just couldn’t miss the date. As part of the upcoming celebration, the brands have announced two products which are totally dedicated to the holiday—HP Guinness Sauce, designed by leading London brand consultancy Bulletproof, and limited edition Jameson bottle, created in collaboration with acclaimed designer Paul Daly.

The Absolut brand has been a source of inspiration for a plethora of creative minds since it was introduced in 1979. For over three decades, it has become the most artistic vodka of all times with a range of paintings, installations, art projects, photo sessions and gorgeous advertising campaigns being created to celebrate Absolut’s nature. Recently, Paul Graves, the famed photographer), has joined the ranks of cult art personalities by presenting his vision of the iconic vodka, reflected in a numerous pieces of mirror.

In partnership with non-profit organization The Adventurists, Hendrick’s gin presents a series of ‘Afternoon Tea with a Legend of Adventure’ events. During each event, the invitees will meet a famous adventurer, take tea with home-made cakes and taste the best Scottish gin in a free bar sponsored by Hendrick’s. The events will be held in Edinburgh, New York and Madrid. However, the first ‘Afternoon Tea’ is scheduled in London for February 05.

On January 25, Pernod Ricard held a conference dedicated to the launch of its new bottle that took place at the independent art gallery “La Maison Rouge” in Paris. The event that was organized in the format of exhibition was dedicated to the theme of innovation. During the conference, the brand familiarised the guests with the product range it plans to launch in 2011 that includes about 20 titles.