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Desmond Payne retires as Beefeater master distiller emeritus
Beefeater gin has announced the retirement of master distiller emeritus, Desmond Payne MBE, following a career spanning almost 60 years.
Diageo sells East African Breweries to Asahi for $2.3bn
Diageo has agreed to sell 100% of its shareholding in Diageo Kenya Limited, which holds 65% of the shares in EABL, to Asahi including Kenyan spirits business, UDVK.
Bacardi trials robotic dog to detect ethanol leaks
Bacardi has introduced a trial to explore whether advanced robotics could help identify small but potentially expensive ethanol leaks in ageing warehouses.
Anora renews regenerative farming initiative
Anora and Baltic Sea Action Group (BSAG) renew long-term collaboration to promote regenerative farming and protect the Baltic Sea.
Penrhos Spirits partners with Fortitude Drinks in the UK
Penrhos Spirits has announced a new partnership with Fortitude Drinks UK as the brand’s first national distributor.
RNDC names new president and chief executive officer
US-based distributor, Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC), has announced the appointment of Marc Sachs to permanent president and chief executive officer.
Sandy Hyslop retires as Chivas Brothers master blender
Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky arm of Pernod Ricard, has named Kevin Balmforth as its new master blender, succeeding Sandy Hyslop.
Diageo opens £73m Guinness site in London
Diageo has announced the opening of Guinness Open Gate Brewery, a new £73m visitor experience and working microbrewery in London’s Covent Garden.
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Chimera Brand Development expands portfolio
UK-based distribution and brand-building company, Chimera Brand Development, has announced the addition of three brands to its portfolio.
AB InBev acquires majority stake in BeatBox for $490m
Brewing giant Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) has announced plans to acquire an 85% stake in ready-to-drink brand BeatBox, for approximately $490m.
Madrí Excepcional hits £1bn in annual sales as brand turns five
Madrí Excepcional has announced that it has surpassed £1 billion in annual sales, five years after launching.
James Gin scales global presence
James Gin, the gin brand created by James May, has announced its international expansion, partnering with global spirits consultancy Russell & Stellar to lead its growth beyond the UK and US.
50 Best Bars launches European ranking
50 Best has announced the launch of Europe’s 50 Best Bars, Drinks International can exclusively reveal.
Early Loire harvest shows promise
The Loire Valley harvest for 2025 has been described as “promising” despite a series of heatwaves and heavy rainfall.
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