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Savoia Orancio launches in the US
Savoia’s latest expression, Savoia Orancio, is launching in the US, following a successful UK debut in 2023.
Stoli Group USA files for bankruptcy
Stoli Group has filed for bankruptcy in the US largely due to a two-month-long cyber attack that impacted operations in the States.
Drinks writer Forest Collins passes
International drinks writer Forest Collins unexpectedly passed away in Dubai last week, Drinks International can confirm.
Waterford enters administration
Irish whiskey brand Waterford entered administration earlier this week after failing to raise fresh funding.
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California 2024 harvest begins early
The 2024 California winegrape harvest has reported an early start in many regions following a rainy winter, a cool spring and a warm summer.
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) has warned that tariffs proposed by President-elect Trump "are going to hurt US consumers and lead to job losses".
Brown-Forman board chair to step down
Brown-Forman has announced that Campbell P. Brown will step down as chair of its board of directors in July.
Anora establishes Lithuanian arm
Anora has expanded its footprint in the Baltics by establishing Anora Lithuania, established on 13 November, with commercial operations set to commence in 2025.
Stauning partners with Selfridges for exclusive release
Danish whisky brand Stauning has released its Rye Whisky Madeira Single Cask, a limited-edition whisky exclusively bottled for Selfridges at its London, Birmingham and Manchester stores.
Anora sells schnapps brand Snälleröds
Anora has completed the sale of its Swedish schnapps brand Snälleröds to Malmö-based beverage company Saturnus AB.
Anheuser-Busch invests $14m in Houston site
US manufacturer and brewer of Busch Light, Budweiser and Bud Light, Anheuser-Busch, has invested $14m in its Houston, Texas brewery.
Aumont Brewery introduces new sake brand
Created at Japan’s Aumont Brewery, overseen by master brewer Tanaka-Toji, Kay Sake has launched in the UK with the aim to offer consumers an alternative to traditional cocktails.
Diageo invests in China with new single malt distillery
Diageo has unveiled the YunTuo Single Malt Whisky Distillery, the first of its kind for the company in China.
Idris Elba partners with Maison Ferrand to expand into cognac
Following the success of his Champagne and rosé wines, actor Idris Elba announced the addition of Porte Noire Cognac to his growing portfolio.