It was a glitteirng evening at Jamaica House in the island's capital, Kingston. A balmy evening in a superb setting. The Jamaican prime minister, Portia Simpson Miller, more than played her part in launching Appleton Estate Jamaican Independence Reserve, which coincides with the island's celebrations to mark ithe anniversary of 50 years of independence.
Diageo unveils Captain campaign
11 August, 2011
Diageo has launched a global, multi-media marketing campaign for its Captain Morgan rum-based brand.
Blandy takes control of Madeira Wine Company
03 June, 2011
Portugal: The Blandy Group has regained control of the Madeira Wine Company (MWC) from Symington Family Estates. Symington will still retain a minority share in the business, but intends to concentrate on its Cockburn port brand, which it purchased last year.
Brugal 1888 launches at Madrid airport
01 December, 2010
Brugal 1888 has been launched at Brugal Island, a rum tasting bar and store situated in Madrid airport.
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Dominic Roskrow
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It’s ‘up periscope’ for Irish distilleries
I know how wierd this might seem but I often think that the opening of a new distillery is like the launch of a new submarine. It is unveiled in all its pristine glory in a blaze of publicity and fanfare.
