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Rainbow look wins

Berliner CSD e.V. and BrewDog unveil "Hoppy Pride" winning design

Mirror, mirror on the wall, which Hoppy Pride design won the love of all? In January, BrewDog Germany and the Berliner CSD e.V. announced their cooperation with…
lochlea whisky
Limited Edition

UK: Lochlea Distillery launches first seasonally inspired expression

Independently owned Lochlea Distillery is launching the first in an annual limited edition series of whiskies inspired by the changing seasons at Lochlea Farm. Sowing…
Now available

Mother’s Ruin Mediterraneo – The best Italian London Dry Gin

"Mother's Ruin Mediterraneo" is the best Italian London Dry Gin. In February 2022 the gin from Tommaso Maria Gamurrini from Arezzo received the coveted recognition…
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Analysis

Covid crisis exerted significant negative impact on Europe’s spirits sector

New analysis underscores devastating impact the Covid crisis has had on Europe’s spirits sector and the entire supply chain. COVID-19-related restrictions and…
Benriach Cask Edition Collection 2022
Limited

Benriach continues creative legacy with latest Cask Collection

Speyside Distillery, Benriach, has launched its latest single cask bottlings, Benriach Cask Edition Collection 2022. Continuing Benriach’s creative legacy, each…
Beviale Moscow Absage
Beviale Family

Beviale Moscow 2022 suspended indefinitely

Beviale Moscow, the first holistic trade fair for the Russian beverage market, is being suspended indefinitely in light of current events. It will not take place,…
The GlenAllachie 10 yo 2022
Single Malt

Next batch of revered GlenAllachie 10-year-old announced

Independently owned and managed distillery The GlenAllachie today launches the next instalment of its coveted 10-year-old Single Malt: The GlenAllachie 10-year-old…
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Analysis

GlobalData: Russian vodka brands face pressure due to the ongoing crisis

Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, there have been calls to boycott Russian brands with the country’s most famous commodity, vodka, bearing the brunt of…
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Interview

Alberto Saldón and Rosana Lisa about the new Lalomba site wines of Ramón Bilbao

In the northeast of Spain lies the winery Ramón Bilbao. In the traditional Rioja region, the estate produces wines with a unique personality that are highly appreciated…
Mackmyra Limousin
Launch

Mackmyra Limousin – luxury swedish whisky with a french connection

Mackmyra continues a proud tradition by highlighting flavours and artisanship beyond the whisky world's traditional standards with Mackmyra Limousin. This edition…
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Expansion of the LightSky Brands

Blue Moon launches new LightSky Tropical Wheat

Blue Moon Brewing Company announces the expansion of Blue Moon LightSky, the brand’s light yet surprisingly flavorful, citrus-forward beer, with its first line…
beer
Analysis

GlobalData: AB InBev’s investments in premium and NoLo beers drive company’s growth

Following today’s (24 February) news that AB InBev reported beer and non-beer volumes growth of 3.4% and 3.8%, respectively, in Q4 2021; Peter Ramshaw, Consumer…
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Global campaign

Rooster Rojo Tequila launches new global campaign: SIP DON'T SLAM

Amber Beverage Group, the fast-growing global beverage group, is launching a bold and exciting advertising campaign for its brand, Rooster Rojo Tequila®. The campaign…
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Nitrogen-infused cola

USA: PEPSI® Launches NITRO PEPSI™

The cola category has been around for over a century. While it's had its share of flavor and packaging innovation, one thing has remained the same since the category's…
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Analysis

GlobalData: Heineken’s premium range flourish amid high consumer price inflation

Following last week's (February 16, 2022) release of Heineken’s trading results, Ethan Elliott Maddison, Beverage Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics…
Ukiyo Rice Vodka
New

Ukiyo Japanese rice vodka arrives in Germany

Super-premium Japanese spirits brand Ukiyo has just launched a distinctive rice vodka – an addition to their range which already includes two unique gins that…
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Simply Spiked Lemonade™

Molson Coors teams up with Coca-Cola for alcoholic lemonade

Molson Coors Beverage Company (NYSE: TAP) has expanded its exclusive agreement with The Coca-Cola Company to develop and commercialize a brand of full-flavor alcohol…
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Analysis

GlobalData: Coca-Cola shines in fourth quarter by meeting changing consumer demands

Following the fourth quarter and final year announcement results from Coca-Cola; Thomas Evans, Beverage Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company,…
guinness
Investment

Diageo announces £73 million Guinness microbrewery and culture hub to be built in London

Diageo, maker of Guinness, today announces its plan to invest £73 million in ‘Guinness at Old Brewer’s Yard’, a new microbrewery and culture hub in Covent…
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Acquisition

Norway: Royal Unibrew acquires full ownership of Hansa Borg Bryggerier

Royal Unibrew A/S has entered into an agreement to acquire the remaining 75% of Hansa Borg Bryggerier, of which Royal Unibrew already has 25% ownership, resulting…
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Acquisition

USA: US Beverage Forms Joint Venture to Acquire Uinta Brewing

US Beverage, LLC, (USB) one of America's leading beverage companies, announced that it has formed a joint venture to acquire Utah's largest independent craft brewer,…
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New Product

USA: Topo Chico Hard Seltzer goes national, introduces Ranch Water

Topo Chico® Hard Seltzer is kicking off the new year with a bang by launching its highly anticipated Topo Chico Ranch Water Hard Seltzer in select regional markets…
Compagnie des Indes
Interview

Authentic rums from all around the world: Florent Beuchet about Compagnie des Indes

How international can a rum brand be? Compagnie des Indes answers this question like this: A Frenchman founded a company in 2014 after working in New York. He sources…
“The Rum of Mayan Gods”

El Salvador's only rum producer: Master Blender Gabriela Ayala about Cihuatán Rum

Cihuatán Rum is described as "The Rum of the Mayan Gods". The word "Cihuatán" means "next to the woman". Legend has it that many centuries ago a Mayan goddess…
Mr Black Teaser
From Australia

"Craft Coffee for the Night": Founder Tom Baker about his Mr Black Coffee Liquor

"For some, coffee is more than caffeine. It's a religion. A ritual. It's our culture. And if it's yours, this is for you." Mr Black Roasters & Distillers was…
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Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report

Bacardi’s top 5 cocktail trends for 2022

Bacardi Limited, the world's largest privately-held spirits company, releases its third annual Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report, looking ahead at the key trends impacting…
orangina
Sustainability

Japan: Suntory Introduces 100% Plant-Based PET Bottle Prototypes

Suntory Group announced that, as a crucial step toward its aim to use 100% sustainable PET bottles globally by 2030 and eliminate all petroleum-based virgin plastic…
Hendrick's Gin DUM Keramik
Limited collaboration

Hendrick's Gin and DUM Keramik designed custom ceramic mugs

Hendrick's Gin is not only known for refreshing drinks, but also has delicious recipes ready for the fall and winter season, such as the Hot Spiced Apple. To…
Krug 2008
Champagne

The House of Krug presents: Krug 2008 – Classic Beauty

At the House of Krug, every Krug Vintage celebrates the distinct character of a particular year. A Krug Vintage is a blend of the most expressive wines from a single…
Dom Perignon Vintage 2012 Bottle
New product

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2012 – an explosive harmony

Dom Pérignon has a creative ambition that is a perpetual quest: the a search for harmony that inspires emotion. It carries the aesthetic and sensory values of precision,…
cognac
Sale of a majority stake

Pernod Ricard sells a majority stake in Societe des Produits d’Armagnac

Pernod Ricard completed the sale of a majority stake in Société des Produits d’Armagnac (SPA) to Cloudsweeper GmbH, an entity wholly owned by entrepreneur Alexander…
CIVB Interview Teaser
Winegrowers’ Association

Interview: The CIVB about his work and Bordeaux wines

Since 1948, the Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux (CIVB), the Bordeaux Wine Association, has been the link for representatives from all sectors of the…
beer
GlobalData

No-ABV beer and cider has potential to accentuate market opportunities in the Middle East

No-alcohol beer and cider are set to make a splash on the Middle East scene, says GlobalData, as the region is seeking to boost tourism. The leading data and analytics…
grey goose vodka
New multi-year partnership

GREY GOOSE® Vodka Named 'The Official Spirit Partner Of The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards®'

22Just ahead of tomorrow's highly-anticipated GRAMMY Awards® nominations, GREY GOOSE and the Recording Academy® are proud to announce a new multi-year partnership,…
Interview

Whisky with a Viking Soul: Senior Brand Ambassador Martin Markvardsen on Highland Park

Highland Park Distillery is the northernmost whisky distillery in Scotland. It is located on the Orkney Islands – where the climate is harsh and wild. These characteristics…
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Limited Edition

evian® launches designer collaboration with Moncler & Not Vital

Today, evian® reveals its latest designer collaboration with pioneering global luxury brand, Moncler. The collaboration sees a re-imagined, limited-edition 75cL…
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Fully operational malt whisky distillery in China

China: Pernod Ricard unveils THE CHUAN Malt Whisky Distillery in Emeishan

Pernod Ricard, one of the world’s leading whisky producers, officially unveils 叠川THE CHUAN Malt Whisky Distillery today in Emeishan. The announcement celebrates…
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A modern Martini cocktail bar

GREY GOOSE® launches "Duet" with Rina Sawayama and Luke Selby

GREY GOOSE brings together two of Britain’s most dynamic and exciting new talents to create an extraordinary cocktail experience. In the same way that GREY GOOSE…
de kuyper zero
Non-alcoholic premixed cocktails

Netherlands: De Kuyper launches "De Kuyper Zero"

De Kuyper Royal Distillers is launching its latest innovation: De Kuyper Zero, four classic cocktails without alcohol but with the same bold flavours, mouthfeel…
interview isle of harris
Social Distillery

For, with and from the Isle of Harris - Simon Erlanger about the Isle of Harris Distillery

Anyone who has ever been to the Scottish island of Harris knows about its beauty and the deep sense of homeland of its inhabitants. The friendliness with which guests…
cocktail
GlobalData

Millennials keep UK pubs alive during COVID-19 pandemic, as over one in five buy premium drinks

Following the recent announcement from Wetherspoons that cocktail sales have soared compared to traditional sales; Ryan Whittaker, Consumer Analyst at GlobalData,…
functional drinks
Packaged Facts

USA: Functional Beverage Market Rises to $39 Billion

The U.S. food and beverage industry has been impacted heavily by COVID-19. In 2020 especially, more people looked to improve their health to prevent or lessen the…
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Lighthouse Awards 2021

Carlsberg Group Receives Lighthouse Award for World’s Most Water Efficient Brewery

Carlsberg Group has been named as recipients of the 2021 Lighthouse Awards for a revolutionary water recycling plant inaugurated in 2021, which will make the Fredericia…
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Limited Edition

ST~GERMAIN® Elderflower Liqueur and Fashion Designer Anna Sui Launch a Floral Bottle Tote

ST~GERMAIN® Elderflower Liqueur invites cocktail gourmands and fashionistas to say 'Oui' to a creative and vibrant addition to the holidays with the launch of the…
Hands clinging alcohol drink glasses
Malt whisky distillery

Diageo to build new US$75 million distillery to produce the group’s first China-origin, single malt whisky

Diageo, the global leader in beverage alcohol and owner of Johnnie Walker and Singleton Scotch whiskies, today broke ground on the site of its first malt whisky…
Coca Cola
Acquisition

The Coca-Cola Company Acquires Remaining Stake in BODYARMOR

The Coca-Cola Company today announced that it has acquired full ownership of BODYARMOR, a line of sports performance and hydration beverages that is incremental…
amber beverage germany
Expansion

Amber Beverage Group announces its expansion in Germany

Amber Beverage Group (ABG), a leading producer and distributor of alcoholic beverages, has announced its expansion into Germany, Europe's largest market for alcoholic…
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Best Global Brands 2021

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey named most valuable spirits brand in the world

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey has been named as the most valuable spirits brand in the world by Interbrand in its Best Global Brands 2021 report. Jack Daniel’s…
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