Yakusan

10/09/2026

Getting away for our annual team retreat is always a favourite, but this year was extra special as we launched our new positioning, vision mission values and rebrand with the team.

The Blue Mountains set the scene for an incredible couple of days of sharing plans for the year, workshopping, inspiring sessions as well as fresh mountain air, outdoor adventures, a Mad Hatter tea party, a game or two, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Big plans, brilliant people and plenty to look forward to. We couldn’t ask for a better crew to have alongside us as we head into this exciting next phase for Yakusan.

03/09/2026

Last week, the industry came together for an extraordinary evening celebrating the heritage, craftsmanship and future of Scotch Wh**ky through Keepers of the Quaich.

Themed ‘A Spirit Shared’, the 2026 Keepers of the Quaich Australian event brought together six of the world’s leading Scotch Wh**ky Houses, Australian Keepers, trade, media and cultural leaders for one of the country’s most exclusive wh**ky experiences.

Founded in 1988, the Keepers of the Quaich is an invitation-only international society that recognises outstanding contributions to Scotch Wh**ky and works to keep the industry connected, strong and growing.

Each Wh**ky House hosted its own round table introducing their signature expressions, guiding guests through the craft, provenance and passion behind each exceptional dram, whilst creating a series of shared moments across the room. The drams were expertly paired with a sensory menu created by Scottish chef Adam Ireland, bringing another layer of storytelling and shared discovery to the experience.

The venue was transformed through a contemporary interpretation of the Keepers’ tartan palette. Deep navy linens, amber lighting, Scottish foliage and moss, abundant communal centrepieces and large-scale projections created an atmosphere that felt unmistakably Scottish, yet entirely of the moment.

Thank you to all the Keepers of the Quaich partners and Wh**ky Houses for coming together to celebrate and ensure a vibrant future for Scotch Wh**ky in Australia.

18/05/2026

We’ve turned the art of the perfect pour into a nationwide consumer promotion through a custom designed digital pour game for Kirin Ichiban.

Rolled out to 500 venues nationwide throughout April & May, we are in the final weeks and the uptake of entries has been huge.

With 1 in 5 cash wins and a major prize of a Kyoto bar crawl, this unique digital on premise promo has delivered a premium and interactive bar experience for venues and consumers.

Can you pour the perfect Kirin Ichiban?

14/05/2026

We’re continuing to evolve the team, expertise and leadership at Yakusan and are thrilled to have Kristie and Sarah join team Yak.
Excited for the next phase with this team in place.

Thanks B&T for the feature

The battle for the best desks in the office intensifies.

24/03/2026

Among the anticipation for this year’s Australian Grand Prix, the Glenfiddich and Aston Martin’s Formula One™ global partnership also became a moment to celebrate craft through elevated and exclusive F&B experiences within our beautifully curated Glenfiddich space.

Our pop-up Glenfiddich bar at Evergreen, Crown Melbourne came to life via a collaboration with Nobu Melbourne, serving an extensive selection of Glenfiddich drams alongside signature Glenfiddich cocktails crafted by Nobu with a Japanese twist.

Across race week, guests were invited to experience a series of intimate wh**ky moments. Two exclusive Glenfiddich × Nobu private dinners featured a bespoke six-course menu paired with Glenfiddich’s finest drams, with a special appearance from Jess Hawkins, an Aston Martin F® Ambassador and head of F1 Academy™.

An unforgettable chef’s table experience saw guests dine with world-renowned chef Nobu, enjoying a selection of Nobu’s signature canapés paired with an exclusive selection of Glenfiddich drams and cocktails, alongside the opportunity to capture a photo with Chef Nobu himself.

Thank you again to the wonderful team at William Grant & Sons, Andréa Proudy, Kristie Asciak, Andrew Down and the team at Crown Resorts and for helping us redefine what it means to experience Formula 1® off the track.

Skilfully crafted. Enjoy responsibly. Never drink and drive.

12/03/2026

Building on the momentum of Glenfiddich and Aston Martin’s Formula One™ global partnership, we partnered with Crown Melbourne during this year’s Australian Grand Prix to transform their Evergreen private venue into the ultimate off-track destination across race week.
A full Glenfiddich venue takeover set the stage, with a curated program of elevated wh**ky experiences unfolding throughout the week - from intimate Glenfiddich & Nobu paired dinners, to an exclusive Friday launch celebration for media, influencers and guests featuring a special performance by Don West and high-energy DJ sets. A Grand Final race watch party brought the week to a close.
Bespoke Glenfiddich x Nobu cocktails and canapés, alongside striking venue styling, custom creative production, and Aston Martin vehicle displays, ensured every brand touchpoint captured the energy, precision and luxury synonymous with race week.
Thank you to the wonderful team at William Grant & Sons, Andréa Proudy, Kristie Asciak, and the team at and for helping us redefine what it means to experience Formula 1® off the track.
Skilfully crafted. Enjoy responsibly. Never drink and drive.

19/02/2026

We kicked off 2026 with the eBay Garage at Summernats Canberra, a car enthusiast weekend-long festival complete with roaring engines, epic burnouts, speed, spectacle, iconic cars and the pure joy of car culture (not to mention world-class mullets).

Designed and built with a retro car garage theme, the eBay Garage was a welcome respite from the heat, noise and burning rubber where fans flocked to view the live action via live streaming screens in the comfort of an air conditioned space. The car community immersed themselves in panel discussions, product demos, special guest speakers, racing simulators, along with a host of retailers options for special parts, collectables, limited edition merch and giveaways.

Thank you to team eBay and the Summernats crew for getting us on board for this awesome activation.

16/02/2026

Wrapping another incredible summer at the Australian Open with the Aperol Terrazza. After 3 years of partnership, the Aperol Terrazza has firmly cemented its place as one of the Grand Slam Oval’s most loved and frequented, go-to destinations.

Bringing the Italian vibes and golden hour energy courtside across the 21 days, this year saw a record number of refreshing Spritz’s enjoyed. With the orange glow of the Aperol Terrazza recognizable from anywhere in the park, a stunning new archway moment set the scene upon entry to the Terrazza space for connection, colour and celebration.

Thank you to the Aperol team for yet another hugely successful AO season. What a way to kick off the year with spritz rituals, iconic partnerships and Italian aperitivo culture!

16/02/2026

With 3 exciting roles to fill, we are on the search for a Creative Senior Producer, Experiential Account Manager and an Experiential Senior Account Manager/Jnr Account Director – makers, doers, big idea enablers, client whisperers and detail lovers who thrive in the world of live experiences. Sound like you? Let’s yak.

Find out more or apply below:

Account Manager - https://lnkd.in/gnqy8C5Z
Senior Account Manager/Jnr Account Director - https://lnkd.in/gkVEJBp4
Senior Creative Producer - https://lnkd.in/gEXkGqvT

17/12/2025

Closing out 2025 in the best possible way, with a team getaway to beautiful Mollymook on the South Coast. A couple of days of incredible food, good company, sunshine, lots of laughs and a chance to hit pause and celebrate a huge year.

A big thank you to our clients, suppliers and partners for an incredible 2025. Wishing all a Merry Christmas and a relaxing holiday break, we’re excited for what we’ll create together in the New Year.