DISCUS warns of renewed spirits tariffs
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) has sounded an alarm over the potential return and doubling of the EU’s retaliatory tariff on American whiskey in a new report.
Diageo acquires Texas whisky distiller Balcones Distilling
Diageo has announced the acquisition of Balcones Distilling (‘Balcones’), a Texas craft distiller and one of the leading producers of American single malt whisky in the United States.
Remy Cointreau Sales Surged in Q3
Remy Cointreau has reported 25.1% sales growth for the final three months of 2020.
The United Arab Emirates relaxes laws on alcohol
On Saturday, the United Arab Emirates announced new laws removing punishments for the consumption, sales and possession of alcohol for those 21 and over.
Remy Cointreau raises guidance after 16.4% sales decline
Remy Cointreau has reported a 16.4% decrease in sales for the first half of its fiscal year after the pandemic ravaged its on-trade business.
Rémy Cointreau sales declined 32.8% in Q1
Rémy Cointreau suffered a 32.8% year-on-year sales decline in the three months to June 30 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Diamond Jubliee port
The port house, Symington, is offering a 1952 tawny port to celebrate and commemorate the diamond jubilee of the British queen’s ascent to the throne of the United Kingdom.
Concha y Toro is the official wine of Manchester United
Concha y Toro, the largest wine producer in South America, has announced a deal with the Manchester United for its wine brands to become the official wine of the world famous football club.
Beefeater gets new tamper-proof closure
United Closures & Plastics (UCP) has developed a new ‘combined aluminium and plastic tamper evident snap-on security closure’, called Orchid.
India: United Spirits hits 100 million cases
India: United Spirits has crossed the milestone of 100 million cases for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010.