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Non-alcoholic spirits

Shooting star from "Down Under" – LYRE'S founder Mark Livings in interview

As the world's most awarded non-alcoholic spirits producer, the Australian company Lyre's is one of the leading non-alcoholic spirits brands worldwide. Behind this…
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Personnel

Australia: Asahi Beverages appoints Danny Celoni as new CEO of Carlton & United Breweries

Asahi Beverages is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Danny Celoni as the new CEO of Carlton & United Breweries (CUB). “Danny has built a formidable…
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Global launch

Rooster Rojo launches ground-breaking innovation: Smoked Pineapple Tequila

Global producer and distributor of alcoholic beverages, Amber Beverage Group (ABG), has announced the global launch of its innovative new tequila variant with the…
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Partnership

US: Empire State Building Partners With Bronx Brewery

Prost! In its 90th year, the Empire State Building (ESB) has much to toast to as it brings Oktoberfest to its iconic 86th Floor Observatory with Bronx Brewery every…
Limestone Branch Distillery

Whiskey by tradition and passion: Steve Beam about Yellowstone

In 2010, Steve Beam and his brother Paul Beam founded Limestone Branch Distillery in Kentucky, USA. In doing so, they followed a long family tradition: on his father's…
Limited Edition

ABSOLUT Vodka launches new limited-edition ABSOLUT Voices

From October 1st, ABSOLUT Vodka is inviting everyone to celebrate the world’s expressive minds with the launch of a new limited-edition bottle, Absolut Voices. Embodying…
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In Celebration of October Baseball

US: PEPSI® Unveils New Limited-Edition Pepsi x Cracker Jack Flavored Cola

Pepsi is taking baseball fans out to the ballgame and giving them one more thing to be excited about in October with Pepsi x Cracker Jack, only available through…
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Expansion

G'Vine Expands Distribution in the U.S.

This month, G'Vine - a revolutionary gin made of grapes instead of grains – is ramping up prevalence in the U.S with direct-to-consumer availability online at…
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Expansion

Truss CBD USA Expands Veryvell™ CBD Beverages Semi-Nationally

Truss CBD USA, a joint venture by Molson Coors Beverage Company (NYSE: TAP) and HEXO USA Inc, a subsidiary of HEXO Corp (NASDAQ: HEXO), today announces the expansion…
With Russian Standard Vodka

BCB implements Bauhaus pop-up bar with Rémy Savage

Known as the ‘bar with no name’, it is famous for its minimalist Bauhaus style. Now the BCB is working with Russian Standard Vodka to bring this popular London…
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First-full flavor extension

US: Topo Chico Hard Seltzer To Release Margarita Hard Seltzer Variety Pack In 2022

After a record-breaking first year for Topo Chico Hard Seltzer, Molson Coors Beverage Company today announces the brand's second variety pack and first-full flavor…
Global Campaign

Johnnie Walker Launches New Keep Walking Campaign

Johnnie Walker, the world's number one Scotch Whisky[1], wants to inspire people to Keep Walking towards a more positive future with the latest chapter in its iconic…
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Investment

Diageo announces investment to support growth in the tequila category

Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing footprint in Mexico through an investment of more than US$500 million…
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Renaming

Amber Beverage Group announces new names for its production companies

In order to expand its footprint as a global producer and distributor of alcoholic beverages, Amber Beverage Group (ABG) continues renaming its companies by adding…
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Candler Cup

CCEP New Zealand named best Coca-Cola bottler

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners New Zealand (CCEP NZ) has been named the winner of the 2020 Candler Cup, a competition to find the best Coca-Cola bottler in the world. The…
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Sustainability

Diageo opens its first carbon neutral whiskey distillery in North America

Global beverage leader Diageo has opened its first carbon neutral distillery in Lebanon, Kentucky. The site will support the local community with 30 full-time jobs…
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Analysis

GlobalData: ‘Shock factor’ soft drink flavors on the rise

The traditionally popular flavors of cola, lemon-lime and pepper saw a combined 4.3% volume decrease in 2020, according to GlobalData. While these flavors will remain…
Programme highlights

Before and after the trade show: This will happen at Bar Convent Berlin 2021

11 to 13 October will see the international bar community reunite at “Bar Convent Berlin” (BCB). And the programme promises to present some highlights – both…
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In cooperation with Lana Shemonaeva

GOLDBERG launches the new Pink Grapefruit Soda

GOLDBERG & SONS announced and celebrated the launch of its latest premium mixer innovation at the Seven Sisters in the heart of Dubai. GOLDBERG Pink Grapefruit…
Collaboration

Dom Pérignon x Lady Gaga: Limited editions become objects of desire

The collaboration between pop icon Lady Gaga and Dom Pérignon has resulted in iconic, inspiring and already highly sought-after Dom Pérignon Limited Editions:…
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Investment

Ball Announces New U.S. Beverage Can Plant in Nevada

Ball Corporation announced today plans to build a new U.S. aluminum beverage packaging plant in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The multi-line plant is scheduled to begin…
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Sparkling Mixers

USA: Blake Lively Announces The Launch Of Betty Buzz

Today Blake Lively announced the launch of Betty Buzz, a new line of non-alcoholic, sparkling mixers made from clean ingredients. These mixers pair perfectly with…
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Analysis

Top five trends to watch in the spirits and wine sector over 2021/2022, according to GlobalData

Disruptions in supply chains, crop damage as a result of climate change, and a shift in consumer attitudes towards drinking are set to shape new trends and consumption…
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Reopening

Moët Hennessy: New contemporary concept for "Les Caves Particulières" at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Moët Hennessy, one of the world leaders in prestige Wines and Spirits, is pleased to announce the reopening of the boutique, "Les Caves Particulières", located…
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BACARDÍ Spiced Rum

BACARDÍ® Premieres Two New Spiced Rum Campaigns Just In Time For Fall

Following the successful launch of BACARDÍ Spiced Rum in September 2020, BACARDÍ Spiced is toasting to the change of the season with the debut of two new campaigns.…
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Ready-to-drink teas

USA: Beverage Industry Titan John M. Ferolito Introduces Saint James Tea

As the co-founder of AriZona Iced Tea, John M. Ferolito is no stranger to success in the beverage industry. Now, Ferolito has partnered with an entrepreneurial dream…
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Acquisition

Pernod Ricard to acquire leading online spirits retailer The Whisky Exchange

Pernod Ricard is delighted to announce the signing of an agreement for the acquisition of The Whisky Exchange, a leading spirits online and physical retailer and…
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State-of-the-art facility

Diageo announces the creation of research and development centre in Shanghai

Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol, today announced the establishment of a new research and development centre in Shanghai to further its product innovation…
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Pasha’s Persian Lemonade

Social Media Mixology Influencer Justin Pasha Launches Unique RTD Cocktail Partnering With Corebev

The Corebev Group announced the official release of its second product, Pasha's Persian Lemonade. The company is launching its first release in a proposed lineup…
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Brand Campaign

Martell Cognac and Janelle Monáe Launch Audacious "Soar Beyond the Expected" Campaign

Martell, the oldest of the great cognac houses, is proud to announce world-renowned artist Janelle Monáe as an official partner for a new brand campaign, "Soar…
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Limited Edition

Tamdhu celebrates the launch of its new Cigar Malt with a unique humidor inspired by its sherry seasoned casks

Tamdhu Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky has announced the global release of its Cigar Malt No. 01 - a special limited edition new bottling to celebrate an age-old…
Limited Edition

USA: CÎROC And Sean "Diddy" Combs Usher In The "Love" Era With New Limited-Edition CÎROC Pomegranate

CÎROC announced its latest flavor – and it's the perfect complement to the "love era" declared by Sean Love Combs aka "Diddy." The new limited-edition CÎROC…
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Good things are worth to wait

Heineken® has collaborated with actor Daniel Craig to create the ‘Worth The Wait’ commercial

Heineken® today reveals a new commercial concepted in collaboration with Daniel Craig called ‘Worth The Wait’, which celebrates the highly anticipated release…
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Premium gin with multi-layered Mediterranean flavors - Francesco Angotti about Gin Mare

Gin Mare combines the diverse cultures and botanical specialties of the Mediterranean like no other gin. The premium gin has reached a top position among gins worldwide…
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Sparkling water maker

SodaStream Introduces "Terra", the Next Generation of Sparkling Water

The most satisfying sparkling water is the fresh kind you make yourself and with SodaStream's newest machine this experience just got even better. Today, the leading…
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Capsule collection

Timex x Coca-Cola Make Time for Unity with Release of Limited-Edition Capsule Collection

Timex®, a world leader in watchmaking and craftmanship, released a limited-edition collection of vintage-inspired watches, in partnership with Coca-Cola®. The…
New concept

Exhibitors from 22 countries and side events in the city: this is on tap at Bar Convent Berlin 2021

Following a one-year break, this October the BCB will once again be bringing the bar industry together live and in person. The concept has been adapted to the pandemic…
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Campaign

Smirnoff™ Vodka Reveals 'There's a Spy in Everyone' as an Official Partner of No Time To Die

"Shaken not stirred." Viewers have seen James Bond drink his famous Smirnoff vodka martini from the very first Bond film, Dr. No (1962). In Goldfinger (1964), James…
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New Product

The Boston Beer Company Launches New "Bevy Long Drink"

The Boston Beer Company today announced the launch of Bevy Long Drink, a new, refreshing beverage inspired by the national cocktail of Finland, the "Long Drink."…
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Limited Edition

Pepsi® and Dapper Dan Unveil Capsule Collection in Celebration of the Kickoff to NFL Season and New York Fashion Week

As the NFL season and New York Fashion Week both kick off, Pepsi is unapologetically celebrating these cultural moments as part of its season-long "Made for Football…
Initiative

HEINEKEN USA Kicks Off its 'Behind the Label' Initiative by Examining Gender Diversity in the Industry

HEINEKEN USA today announced the launch of its Behind the Label initiative, a program designed to foster inclusion & diversity across the alcoholic beverage…
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Trend topics

Top five themes reshaping the soft drinks sector over 2021/2022, according to GlobalData

After a tumultuous 18-month period following the COVID-19 pandemic, the global soft drinks market is expected to grow by 3.6%* in 2021 to 898.5 billion litres compared…
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Joint Venture

BrewDog partners with Asahi Japan to create Japanese Joint Venture

BrewDog, a leading independent craft brewer, is pleased to announce the launch of a joint venture in Japan with Asahi Breweries. Ltd (“Asahi Japan”), which will…
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Cider market

GlobalData: Cider companies should take advantage of summer months in the UK now that restrictions have been lifted

In 2020 and continuing into 2021, COVID-19 has profoundly affected trading in the UK, with the cider market losing 16.3%* volume in 2020, dropping to 7837.36 thousand…
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Investment

Komasa Kanosuke Distillery announces investment by Diageo through Distill Ventures

Komasa Kanosuke Distillery, a producer of ultra-premium single-malt whiskies based in Kagoshima, Japan, today announces that Diageo has made a minority investment…
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Commercial leadership

Anheuser-Busch Announces New U.S. Commercial Structure To Further Fuel Momentum

Today, Anheuser-Busch announced enhancements to its U.S. commercial leadership team to further support the company's consumer-first commercial strategy. The new…
Digital Photography Series

MARTINI® captures Moments of Joy as friends reunite across the world

MARTINI®, the world’s leading vermouth brand and photographer and film director, Greg Williams are coming together to curate a once in a lifetime digital photography…
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Global TV Campaign

Premium Wheat beer brand Edelweiss launches in Asia

HEINEKEN has embarked on an adventure with its wheat beer brand, Edelweiss, launching in new markets and introducing its first global TV campaign for the brand. Edelweiss…