Mezcal brand The Lost Explorer enters tequila
Having worked for three decades as head distiller of Diageo’s Don Julio, maestro tequilero Enrique de Colsa has partnered with The Lost Explorer to create its first tequila line.
Industry names to lead Schweppes brand ambassador programme
Schweppes has announced the launch of its European-wide brand ambassador programme.
Paragon to exclusively distribute Zamora brands in the UK
Drinks importer and distributor, Paragon Brands, has announced its new role as the exclusive distributor of Zamora Company spirits and liqueurs in the UK.
Sazerac serves up new Wave of flavours
Drinks group Sazerac has unveiled a line of flavoured vodkas under its Wave brand for the US market.
Can firm to spend £68m on new plant
Packaging company Rexam is to build a new beverage can plant in Finland.
England/Wales: Wine receives geographical recognition
The United Kingdom Vineyards Association (UKVA) has unveiled new wine schemes for English and Welsh still wines, in line with the wine regime changes implemented by the EU. A new wine scheme for sparkling wines will be introduced later this year.
Estonia/Japan: Liviko buys half of Hanza Trading
Estonian alcohol producer AS Liviko has acquired 50% of a Japanese alcohol import and distribution company.