Diageo has delivered strong cash generation and said it is well positioned for future growth despite challenging first half environment. It reported that net sales of $11.0 billion declined 1.4% or $158 million, due to a $167 million unfavourable foreign exchange impact and an organic net sales decline of $67 million or 0.6%, driven by…
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Paragon Brands, one of the UK’s leading premium drinks importer-distributors, has announces its new role as the exclusive distributor of Zamora Company spirits and liqueurs in the UK. Established in 1945 and still a 100% family-owned Spanish drinks business, Zamora Company owns an internationally renowned portfolio of premium wines and spirits, including Licor 43 –…
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DrinksOne has announced its new distribution partnership for World of Zing’s Ready-to-Drink (RTD) cocktails. This collaboration follows closely on the heels of World of Zing’s recent launch of RTD cocktails available in Frugal Paper Bottles. World of Zing, founded by globally acclaimed flavour guru, Pritesh Mody, has once again redefined the landscape of craft bottled…
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Isle of Harris Distillery, a purpose-built distillery in the Outer Hebrides, is toasting international success following a year of fantastic growth in the United States, which saw sales more than double compared to the previous year. The distillery, which was recognised by the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) for its outstanding contribution to the…
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French whisky brand, Celtic Whisky Distillerie is dropping a fresh new taste with the launch of its new single malt whisky, Gwalarn Celtic Malt. The premium spirit is distilled at 40% ABV and joins the growing Celtic Whisky family, alongside the previously launched Gwalarn Celtic Whisky Blend and the distillery’s established French whiskys Glann Ar Mor…
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Old Pulteney, The Maritime Malt, has today introduced the newest addition to its portfolio, Old Pulteney Harbour. Hailing from its northerly home in the Scottish Highlands, Old Pulteney Harbour is the new single malt Scotch whisky from Old Pulteney, which is available to buy exclusively at Tesco stores across the UK and online. Whilst still…
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Say hello to Pimentae. Founded in 2021 by Alice Parmiter and Wynter Karo, the duo were far too familiar with the dismissive reactions at the mention of Tequila. As they say, the shot-fuelled culture in the UK has led to too many nights people would rather forget. Put simply, enough was enough, so they set…
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The contribution of the Scotch Whisky industry to the UK economy reached £7.1bn in 2022. A new report by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) also reveals the industry supports 66,000 jobs across the UK, of which 41,000 are in Scotland. The Scotch Whisky industry is now responsible for generating £3 in every £100 of Scotland’s…
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Videojet Technologies has partnered with the prestigious Bushmills whiskey brand for over 30 years. Supplying coding and marking machines since 1991, Videojet has supported the brand’s growth by providing the technology that has allowed Bushmills to meet increased volume demand, manage legislation changes around labelling and minimise production downtime. Bushmills is home to the world’s…
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The Artisanal Spirits Company and owner of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has announced it has acquired the trade and assets of US-based business, Single Cask Nation. According to The Artisanal Spirits Company, the acquisition is “well aligned with our stated ambition to further grow our presence in the US and, in particular, to take greater advantage of…
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