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Declines in US and China hit Pernod Ricard Q3 sales

Pernod Ricard has reported a 2% decline in Q3 organic net sales driven by double-digit declines in China and the US.


Handshake Speakeasy named best bar in North America

Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy took the top spot in the live awards ceremony of North America’s 50 Best Bars held in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, last night.


Label 5 launches first grain whisky

Label 5 blended Scotch whisky has launched its first single grain whisky which will initially roll out in the UK market.


Global breweries partner for sustainable grain initiative

‘Brewing for Impact’, an initiative that will see breweries from seven countries produce beer using the West African grain fonio, has launched.


Campari Group doubles production capacity of Aperol

Campari Group has doubled the production capacity of Aperol by expanding its Novi Ligure plant in northwest Italy.


Grey Goose launches vodka blended with water from Alpine peaks

French vodka brand Grey Goose has announced the launch of a limited-edition bottling produced with Alpine spring water and winter wheat and filtered at sub-freezing temperatures.


Seatrus Gin joins Friarwood portfolio

Friarwood wine and spirits merchant has announced it has gained exclusive rights to import Italian gin Seatrus in the UK.


Satan's Whiskers named best bar in UK

Satan’s Whiskers took the title of Best Bar in the UK at the CLASS Bar Awards 2024, which took place last night (16 April) at Battersea Arts Centre in London.


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Aberfeldy and Finca Ambrosia partner to create Malbec finish

Scotch whisky brand Aberfeldy has partnered with Argentinian Winery, Finca Ambrosia, for the most recent edition to its Wine Cask Collection.


Molson Coors to invest over £100m into UK breweries

Molson Coors Beverage Company has announced its plans to invest more than £100m in its UK brewery and beverage network over the next five years.


Douglas Laing launches first single malt

Independent bottler Douglas Laing & Co has entered the single malt market with the launch of its non-age statement Strathearn single malt.


Patrón XO Cafe returns to US market

Patrón tequila has announced it is bringing back Patrón XO Cafe to the US having discontinued the product three years ago.


Demeter Collection auction first to recognise women in whisky

The Demeter Collection, created to recognise the work of women in the whisky sector, has raised nearly £50,000 at auction for the OurWhisky Foundation.


Altamura Distilleries enters Australian market

Altamura Distilleries is set to launch into Australia this April, marking further expansion of the brand's global distribution, as it recently launched into India.



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