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Brown-Forman rejects Sazerac’s $15bn takeover bid
Jack Daniel’s owner Brown-Forman has allegedly rejected a reported US$15 billion takeover bid from Sazerac, weeks after merger talks with Pernod Ricard ended.
Diageo officially opens Littleconnell Brewery
Diageo has officially opened its new Littleconnell Brewery in County Kildare, Ireland representing an investment of almost €300 million.
Illva Saronno Holding rebrands to Disaronno Group
Illva Saronno Holding has rebranded into Disaronno Group as it looks to strengthen its global presence.
Hoxton sees first move into the US
London-based spirits company Hoxton has launched in California, marking its first move into the US and a major step in its international expansion.
C&C Group merges Matthew Clark and Bibendum
C&C Group plc has announced it will bring together Matthew Clark and Bibendum to form a single, integrated route‑to‑market proposition, Matthew Clark Bibendum (MCB).
The Ada Coleman Project announces inaugural Mentorship Lounge at Tales Of The Cocktail 2026
The Ada Coleman Project, the global advocacy initiative dedicated to advancing women and non-binary professionals in the drinks industry, has announced the launch of its Mentorship Lounge in collaboration with Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.
Diageo launches mini canned cocktail range
Diageo has launched a new line of 100ml canned RTD cocktails in the US as part of ‘The Cocktail Collection’.
Diageo Q3 results see double-digit decline for tequila in the US
Diageo reported moderate growth in its fiscal third quarter, with strong performances in beer, RTDs and emerging markets helping to offset continued weakness in North American spirits.
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Trump lifts whisky tariffs following King’s visit
Donald Trump will be lifting tariffs on whisky from the UK, the US president said yesterday via Truth Social.
Franklin & Sons furthers its expansion in the Baltics
UK-based tonic, mixer and soft drinks brand, Franklin & Sons, is furthering its distribution in the Baltics, as it announces a new partnership with Lithuanian-based MV Group Distribution.
Sazerac invests in Kendall Jenner's 818 tequila
Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila brand has received an undisclosed investment from US-based spirits company Sazerac.
The bestselling classic cocktails at the world’s best bars 2026
Taken from our 2026 Cocktail Report, this latest edition of our bestselling classics list is the result of a poll of award-nominated or award-winning bars from around the world.
Global Brands acquires low-calorie beer Skinny Brands
Global Brands has acquired low-calorie, gluten-free beer and cider brand, Skinny Brands for an undisclosed sum.
WSET celebrates diploma graduates across 45 countries
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has celebrated the achievements of its latest cohort of Level 4 Diploma in Wines graduates at its annual graduation ceremony and prize reception in London on 27 April.
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