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IWSR forecasts global beverage alcohol to gain 3% volume in 2021
The global drinks industry is showing positive signs of recovery and will grow in volume by 2.9% by the end of 2021, according to new IWSR forecasts.
Edrington and Beam Suntory agree distribution swap
Edrington and Beam Suntory have reached an agreement to end their joint-venture distribution businesses in Spain and the UK after more than a decade of partnership.
Edrington and Beam Suntory announce equity swap for UK and Spanish businesses
Spirits giants Edrington and Beam Suntory have agreed to an equity swap of stakes in their jointly-owned distribution companies in Spain and the UK.
Armagnac: How US tariff relief poses long-term questions
A synchronised sigh of relief was heard right across the Armagnac region last year as the news broke of Donald Trump’s defeat in the US election.
Beefeater enters RTD market with G&T range
Beefeater has launched three new RTD Gin & Tonic varieties into the UK off-trade in time for the easing of lockdown restrictions.
Tito's signs new Italian distribution deal
Tito’s Handmade Vodka has entered a new distribution agreement with Genova-based Velier S.p.A for the Italian market.
Concha y Toro net profits increased 48.6% in 2020
Leading Chilean wine producer Concha y Toro increased net profit by 48.6% to Ch$77,994 million (US$107.4 million) in 2020.
Naughty Water builds up momentum in the burgeoning hard seltzer category
An ambitious start-up aims to turn hard seltzers into a hot summer drinks trend within the UK market.
Casillero del Diablo launches Spanish Tempranillo
Leading Chilean wine brand Casillero del Diablo is expanding into Spain by launching a Tempranillo from Cariñena.
Distell enters China distribution deal with Camus
South African wines and spirits producer Distell International has signed a distribution agreement with French cognac house Camus for China duty free, effective immediately.
Halewood to offload Eisberg wines to Schloss Wachenheim
Alcohol free wine brand Eisberg is set to be acquired by Schloss Wachenheim AG (SWA) from Halewood Artisanal Spirits.
White Claw Mango enters UK market through Tesco
Hard seltzer brand White Claw has launched its Mango variety in the UK through supermarket chain Tesco.
Port sales in the UK saw impressive category growth throughout 2020, with the largest volume of off-trade sales since 2015.
Avallen gains global distribution deal
Avallen has announced a global partnership with UK-based Charter Brands to drive new routes to market beyond Europe, Hong Kong & Australia.
UK hard seltzer market could reach £75m by 2023 says new report
The UK hard seltzer market is expected to reach a value of £75m by 2023 according to a report commissioned by DRTY.
JW Filshill acquires Eldorado Tonic Wine
JW Filshill, the Glasgow-based wholesaler, has acquired Eldorado Tonic Wine as part of its purchase of KB Agencies for an undisclosed sum.
2020: Online sales' record year
Ecommerce has broken into markets that barely knew it existed pre-pandemic - and forcasts for the alcohholic drinks sector are very positive. Martin Green reports.
Heineken has unveiled plans to make Amstel one of the bestselling beer brands in the Chinese market.
China imposes 212% tariff on Australian wine
China has slapped a 212% tariff on Australian wine as diplomatic tensions between the two nations continue to mount.
Rueda ramps up focus on exports
The Rueda wine region plans to significantly ramp up its focus on export markets after overhauling its Denomination of Origin regulations.
Former Pernod Ricard execs create botanical rum
Former Pernod Ricard executives Laurent Lacassagne and Patrick Venning have launched a botanical rum after setting up a micro-distillery in London’s Brixton Market.
The Gin Guild forces 29% abv "gin" brands to withdraw
Red Storm and Ocean Storm have been withdrawn from the market after The Gin Guild threatened legal action against the producer for incorrectly labelling them as “gin”.
Black Chalk makes inroads into Japanese sparkling wine market
English sparkling wine producer Black Chalk has announced plans to set up an office in Tokyo as it bids to crack the Japanese market.
US off-trade sales continue to surge throughout summer
Sales of spirits, wine and beer continue to soar in the US off-trade as shoppers shun bars and restaurants in favor of drinking at home.
India's growing penchant for homegrown drinks brands
Not long ago, India was known as a country that produced whisky from molasses, and the majority of sales came from the category of spirits called IMFL (Indian Made Foreign Liquor).
American whiskey exports to EU decrease 33% following retaliatory tariff
American whiskey exports to EU have decreased by a third since the bloc imposed a 25% retaliatory tariff in June 2018.
Zamora Company USA adds Don Papa rum to portfolio
Zamora Company USA has bolstered its spirits portfolio with the addition of Filipino rum brand Don Papa.
AB Inbev reports 32% sales decline in April
AB Inbev has warned that Q2 trading will be “materially worse” than the previous three months due to brewery closures and supply chain disruption.
Lebanon wine sector responds to Covid-19 crisis with typical resilience
The Covid-19 pandemic has wrought havoc on the global drinks industry presenting business owners with a formidable set of challenges. Yet for winemakers in Lebanon it represents just another obstacle in a long list of trials and tribulations they have overcome in recent times.
Indian whisky producers are becoming increasingly confident as drinkers recognise the spirits for their quality. now, says Dominic Roskrow, they’re set to take the next step up.
Susanne Stauß takes a closer look at the global sparkling wine market
The market for whisky in India is huge, but local brands have the lion’s share due to the exorbitant import tariffs. Christian Davis reports
Despite challenging Portuguese economic conditions, Vinho Verde exports are on the increase and will become more competitive in the global market place, according to the Vinho Verde Commission (CVRVV).
Diageo launches a Chinese white spirit to the UK market
Diageo, has launched Chinese white spirit brand, Shui Jing Fang, onto the UK domestic market.
The Macallan unveils new range
The Macallan has unveiled a new range, the 1824 Series, which is being rolled out into the UK market this autumn.
UK: Wine and spirits price rises double inflation rate
The price of wine and spirits has risen by more than twice the level of inflation, according to the latest WSTA Market Report.
Budweiser Budvar announces record exports
Czech brewery Budweiser Budvar has announced record levels of exports amid volume growth of 5.5% and net profit increases of 9.2%.
China looks to sweet red and white wine
The Chinese wine market of the future will feature more white and sweet red wines, according to a report by Wine Intelligence.
Scotch exports hit record high
The scotch whisky category belied global economic instability in 2011 by growing sales value 23% to a record £4.2billion.
US: DISCUS recruits Campari, appoints new chair
Campari America has joined the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS).
Focus on: The Brazilian wine market
Paul Medder, Wine Intelligence's country manager for Brazil, offers his analysis of the effects of protectionism in the burgeoning Brazilian wine market.
Central European Distribution Corporation (CEDC) has extended its links with Gallo Vineyards to include the distribution of Barefoot wines in Poland.
The Champagne Bureau has reported increased shipments in 2011. Total shipments worldwide rose from 319.5 million bottles in 2010 to 323 million in 2011.
Italian drinks company Davide Campari-Milano has reported a group net profit for 2011 of €159.2m, up from €156.2m in 2010.
Licor 43 hits the 500,000 cases mark
The Diego Zamora group has reported that its Licor 43 brand finished 2011 with sales of 500 000 cases worldwide, 4.2 million liters, which represents an increase of more than 25% over 2010.
Altia post 7.6% net sales growth
Altia, the wine and spirits group that focuses on the Nordic countries, has announced a 7.6% net sales increase to €524.8 million for the year January to December 2011.
Pernod CEO rues Havana Club stagnation
Pernod Ricard’s CEO Piere Pringuet has spoken out about Havana Club’s flat half-year sales growth, branding its performance “disappointing”.
Diageo posts 7% organic sales growth
Diageo has delivered 3% volume growth and 7% organic net sales increase for the six months ended December 31, 2011.
CEDC pairs with Beam in Poland
Central European Distribution Corporation (CEDC) has signed a five-year exclusive agreement to distribute Beam brands in Poland.
Russia: CEDC/La Martiniquaise deal commences
Central European Distribution Corporation (CEDC) has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with La Martiniquaise to distribute Label 5 whisky in Russia. La Martiniquaise announced the tie-up in December 2011.
