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Indian whisky in scotch’s back yard
Last night Indian whisky producer, John Distilleries, unveiled its first single cask whisky in London recently.
Pernod Ricard USA is rolling out the distribution of its Olmeca Altos tequila brand.
Hamish Smith unravels the complex politics of a diverse spirit
Tullamore Dew comes into its own
William Grant is doing a job on Tullamore Dew, the Irish whiskey brand it bought a couple of years ago from C&C, owners of the Magners cider brand.
Martell XO Architect Edition for Hong Kong duty free
The Martell XO Architect Edition by Christian de Portzamparc will debut in Hong Kong International Airport this month.
Pernod flags up possibility of new whisky distillery
Chivas Brothers boss Christian Porta has told journalists and analysts today that the next significant development for its scotch whisky business will be to build a new distillery.
Pernod posts best growth since before recession
Pernod Ricard has achieved its highest-level of growth since before the global recession, thanks to strong sales in Asia and a rallying performance in mature markets.
Patrick Ricard the titular head of the Pernod Ricard family, has died. He was 67. Cause of death has not been disclosed but it is believed to be a heart attack.
Jacob’s Creek in major UK chat show sponsorship
Jacob’s Creek, the leading Australian wine brand, is to sponsor the UK’s leading chat show.
Pernod offloads €103m of brands
Pernod Ricard has signed an agreement with Arcus-Gruppen for the sale of the Danish aquavit brands Aalborg and Brøndums, the German brand Malteserkreuz Aquavit and the Danish bitter brand Gammel Dansk.
Cuban rum to gain geographical denomination
Havana Club owners Cuba Ron and Pernod Ricard are lobbying for the creation of a geographical denomination for Cuban rum.
US: Pernod launches Kahlua cans
Coffee liqueur brand Kahlúa is adding 200ml “Cans-To-Go” in three flavours to its pre-mixed cocktail portfolio.
Pernod Ricard announces Cuban rum for US
Pernod Ricard has announced the name of the Cuban rum brand that will appear in the US, should the trade embargo ever be lifted.
China holds key for global spirits brands
China is the key for any global company and it is as important now as the US was in the past, according to speakers at the inaugural Worshipful Company of Distillers' city debate.
UK: Pernod appoints new wine director
Pernod Ricard UK has promoted Chris Ellis to the role of commercial director of wines, with effect from July 1, 2012.
Malibu Melon Margarita to make US splash
Pernod Ricard USA will launch Malibu Melon Margarita in May, an addition to its off-trade-focused Malibu Cocktails pre-mixed range.
Malibu Sunshine to rise in spring
Pernod Ricard has announced the launch of Malibu Sunshine, a citrus edition of the rum and coconut liqueur.
Pernod Ricard UK announces initiative to drive premium wine sales
Pernod Ricard UK has unveiled an initiative titled ‘Building Premium Wine Brands’, to bring growth back to the UK light wine sector.
Absolut London makes timely arrival
Pernod Ricard UK is hoping the release of Absolut London in time for the Olympics and the Queen’s diamond jubilee will lift sales of the brand by 10%.
Pernod launches special edition Martell cognac
Pernod Ricard has launched a new expression of its Martell cognac to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Martell Cordon Bleu. Cordon Bleu Centenary limited edition has launched in Asia duty free.
Pernod Ricard and Southern strike Washington deal
Pernod Ricard USA has announced the appointment of Southern Wine & Spirits of America as its spirits and wine distributor in the state of Washington.
Pernod Ricard UK announces senior appointments
Pernod Ricard UK has announced the following senior appointments within its executive committee and senior management group with immediate effect.
Beefeater ‘Forever London’ pack to hit UK shelves
Pernod Ricard UK has announced the launch of a Beefeater ‘Forever London’ limited-edition pack, aimed at celebrating the brand’s heritage.
Pernod pairs Jacob's Creek with Andre Agassi
Pernod Ricard has announced a marketing partnership between Jacob’s Creek and former tennis player Andre Agassi.
Pernod rolls out Redbreast 12 Cask Strength to US
Pernod Ricard will release Irish whiskey Redbreast 12 Cask Strength to the US in February, following the expression’s September launch to Ireland, Germany and France.
Pernod targets US for Absolut Gräpevine and Miami
Pernod Ricard has furthered its line of Absolut Vodka flavours with the launch of Miami and Gräpevine to the US market.
Martell targets Asian TR for Millésimes debut
Cognac house Martell has announced it will unveil the first expression of its Millésimes Collection in Asian duty free on November 23.
Pernod and Ne-Yo join forces for Malibu Red
Pernod Ricard USA has announced a tie-up with US R&B artist Ne-Yo for the launch of Malibu Red, a liqueur made from rum and tequila.
Irish Distillers launches Jameson Black Barrel
Irish Distillers launched the latest expression of its leading Irish whiskey brand, Jameson, in a 'softly softly' roll out in Brooklyn last night.
Pernod announces staff shuffle
Pernod Ricard has announced a number of staff changes.
Pernod Ricard has added to its ever-widening stable of Absolut limited editions with the release of Absolut Mode to global travel retail (GTR) for the run up to Christmas.
Pernod looks to Americas to overtake Diageo
Pernod Ricard is pinning hopes of further growth on the US, central and South America to undermine Diageo’s position as the number one drinks company in the world.
Pernod finance md underlines importance of emerging markets
The importance of the so-called emerging markets such as those in China, India, was underlined by the Pernod Ricard management team in individual briefings in London today (Tuesday September 6), following the announcement of the group’s annual results last week.
Absolut Vodka, part of the Pernod Ricard group, has revealed that its annual sales value and volume grew by 6% during the period July 1 2010 to June 30 2011.
Pernod Ricard has posted annual organic sales growth of 7% to achieve a turnover of €7.6b.
Pernod Ricard signs joint venture with Tequila Avión
Pernod Ricard has announced a joint venture with Tequila Avión to produce and promote the ‘ultra-premium’ tequila brand Avión.
Pernod announces jobs shake-up
Irish Distillers CEO Alexandre Ricard (pictured) is to leave his post to join Pernod’s group general management team in Paris.
Pernod Ricard has announced the disposal, by its affiliate Pernod Ricard Europe, of its shares in Georgian Wine and Spirits LLC to JSC Marussia (Georgia).
Chivas Brothers, the premium gin and scotch whisky arm of Pernod Ricard, has launched a gin website, www.ginandtales.com.
Pernod sells Suntory shareholding
Pernod Ricard has announced the sale of its minority shareholding in Suntory Holdings, which stands at around 1%.
Japan: Pernod gives €525,000 to earthquake appeal
Pernod Ricard is to donate ¥ 60 million (€ 525,000) to support the Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami relief effort.
Pernod Ricard resumes Malibu supply
Europe: Pernod Ricard has resumed the supply of Malibu after stopping it due to a ‘fluctuation in the coconut flavour’.
Pernod Ricard has reported a sales increase of 13% to €4.28 billion in its half year results.
Bacardi points to technicality as Pernod prevails in Havana Club dispute
The Supreme Court of Spain has ruled in favour of Pernod Ricard and the Cuban government in the Havana Club trademark dispute with Bacardi.
Pernod completes sale of Lindauer
Pernod Ricard has announced the completion of the sale, by its affiliate Pernod Ricard New Zealand, of Lindauer and other New Zealand wine brands from Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay together with their inventories and assets.
Jameson has reached three million nine litre case sales (MAT ending October 31). According to the brand, growth in the US, Jameson’s largest export market, contributed to its milestone success, with one million cases sold.
Following a strategic review of its global operations, Pernod Ricard has confirmed that its key international wine properties will be grouped and managed under one business – Premium Wine Brands.
Altia buys cognac Renault from Pernod Ricard
Altia has signed an agreement to acquire cognac brand Renault from Pernod Ricard for a cash consideration of €10m.
Jacob’s Creek campaign to be aired on Dave
Pernod Ricard has agreed a six-month sponsorship deal with UK TV channel Dave for its Australian wine brand Jacob’s Creek.
Pernod sells Spanish wine brands
Pernod Ricard has announced the disposal, by its subsidiary Domecq Bodegas, of Spanish wine brands Marqués de Arienzo and Viña Eguίa. The sale also includes the related Bodega and 358 hectares of vineyards and lands.
