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González Byass invests in Los Danzantes mezcal
Emperador Group and González Byass have formed a joint venture called Casa Pedro Domecq which has injected capital into Los Danzantes mezcal.
Martell struggles lead to -4% sales drop for Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard has recorded a 4% sales decline for H1 FY2025 as the premium spirits market continues to show a downward trend globally.
Barcelona Wine Week sees 30% growth in 2025
Barcelona Wine Week experienced a 30% increase in both exhibitor numbers and exhibition space in its fifth edition, which concluded 5 February.
US tariffs on Canadian imports delayed by 30 days
US president Donald Trump has agreed to halt the introduction of the 25% tariffs on Canadian imports to the States until 4 March.
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Diageo chief addresses tariffs amid sales decline for HY24
Diageo chief executive Debra Crew addressed the implementation of US tariffs as part of the company’s six month interim results to 31 December 2024.
Berry Bros & Rudd set to lay off 30 staff
In a move reflecting the challenging economic climate, the CEO of wine merchant Berry Bros & Rudd has said the company is entering a consultation process with employees across 30 roles.
Fortitude Drinks to distribute Pampero Rum in the UK
Fortitude Drinks has gained the exclusive distribution rights for Venezuelan rum Pampero in the UK.
Brands Report 2025: Mezcal
In an increasingly popular category the bestsellers have remained unchanged for the past three years
Velvet Cap Irish whiskey acquired by RoCo Brands
RoCo Brands, a premium spirits brands accelerator has acquired Irish whiskey brand Velvet Cap from Blackwater Distillery.
Mentzendorff adds Napa Valley's Spottswoode Estate to portfolio
UK wine importer, Mentzendorff, has announced the addition of Napa Valley’s Spottswoode Estate Vineyard and Winery to its portfolio.
Diageo sells majority shares in Guinness Ghana
Diageo has sold an 80.4% shareholding in Guinness Ghana Breweries to Castel Group in Africa for $81m.
Brands Report 2025: Cognac
It may be suffering something of a slump when it comes to cocktail menus, but cognac still has presence in the world’s best bars.
International Beverage invests in China with Asiaeuro acquisition
Premium spirits business International Beverage, the international arm of Thai Beverage Public Limited Company (ThaiBev) has acquired Asiaeuro International Beverage (AIB).
Brands Report 2025: American whiskey
Michter’s has been a bartender favourite and a stalwart at the top of our trending list since making its debut in 2016.