Carlsberg suspends share buyback as profits dwindle
Published: 13 August, 2020
Danish brewer Carlsberg expects to report an organic operating decline of 10% to 15% this year as a result of on-trade closures.
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US spirits industry reiterates pleas for tariff dispute de-escalation
Published: 13 August, 2020
The US government has announced that the existing 25% tariffs will remain on single malt Scotch for the foreseeable future.
Corona named world's most valuable beer despite pandemic name clash
Published: 12 August, 2020
The world’s most valuable alcoholic drinks brands could lose up to US$33bn worth of brand value as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to brand valuation company Brand Finance.
Piper-Heidsieck launches Prohibition inspired bottle
Published: 12 August, 2020
Piper-Heidsieck has launched a limited-edition bottle and gift box to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Prohibition in the US.
South Africa urged to end "devastating" alcohol prohibition
Published: 11 August, 2020
The South African government has been urged to scrap its alcohol prohibition in order to avoid “devastating consequences” at home and abroad.
Vestal launches flavoured varieties under Halewood
Published: 12 August, 2020
Halewood-owned Vestal vodka has launch its first flavoured varieties including Black Cherry and Raspberry & Blackcurrant.
The world's first alcohol-free 'tequila' launches
Published: 11 August, 2020
Mockingbird Spirit has launched as the industry’s first alcohol-free ‘tequila’ using Blue Weber Agave in its production.
Tito's appoints international commercial manager in line with global expansion
Published: 11 August, 2020
Fifth Generation, owner of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, has appointed Alex Borbolla as international commercial manager.
Citadelle Gin offers proceeds of design challenge to charity
Published: 11 August, 2020
Yanina Suykens has won the Citadelle Design Competition with her ‘Favourite French Flavour’ illustration which will be printed on 300 bottles of Citadelle Gin.
Enotria & Coe secures £6m equity investment
Published: 10 August, 2020
UK on-trade wine and spirits supplier Enotria & Coe has secured a £6 million investment from a private equity group to help it navigate choppy waters ahead.
US hospitality industry revived almost 600,000 jobs in July
Published: 10 August, 2020
The US bar and restaurant industry revived 592,000 jobs across the country in July, according to new statistics from the Bureau of Labor.
Mr Lyan's Cub closes permanently
Published: 07 August, 2020
Cub, the Hoxton venue by Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan) and Doug McMaster, will not re-open at its site following lockdown.
Angostura boosts production capacity with new facility
Published: 06 August, 2020
Angostura is poised to increase its daily production capacity to 13,500 litres after unveiling a multimillion-dollar water recovery facility.
Black Chalk makes inroads into Japanese sparkling wine market
Published: 06 August, 2020
English sparkling wine producer Black Chalk has announced plans to set up an office in Tokyo as it bids to crack the Japanese market.