Member of the Scottish Parliament and Leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats, Alex Cole Hamilton, have visited the global spirits and wine manufacturer Brown-Forman’s Newbridge Bond in his Edinburgh Western constituency as a new solar array goes live. In the first project between YLEM Energy and Brown-Forman, the producer of brands such as Jack Daniel’s…
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Ellers Farm Distillery has announced that Dutch Barn Orchard Vodka has hit the shelves of Costco warehouses across the country. Following a major investment by Ricky Gervais in November 2023, which saw the self-described ‘comedy god’ become Co-Owner of Ellers Farm, Dutch Barn Orchard Vodka will now be available for consumers to buy at Costco warehouses…
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As part of VK’s #WEAREFLAVOUR campaign, the RTD brand is driving excitement in the category by giving consumers the chance to mix, match, and submit the next flavour, coming to the lineup this year. VK student ambassadors across the country will deliver the campaign to students on the ground, whilst a digital campaign across influencers,…
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Global premium drinks company, International Beverage, has appointed specialist PR agency, Stellar PR, as lead strategic PR and communications partner to work across its portfolio of Scottish brands including single malt whiskies Old Pulteney, Speyburn, Balblair, and premium gin Caorunn. Following a three-way competitive pitch, Stellar PR will assume responsibility for all PR requirements including…
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Wine brand 19 Crimes is breaking convention and taking the spirits category by storm with the launch of their brand new 19 Crimes Spiced Rum, which is launching into the UK this month. The 19 Crimes Spiced Rum heroes the flavours of tropical fruit with aromas of mango and pineapple with notes of caramel, molasses, and a hint of vanilla….
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Producers from across the Welsh beer and spirits sectors have gathered to launch their respective strategies to improve sector collaboration and drive growth moving forward. Held at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay, the Welsh Beer Strategy and Welsh Spirits Strategy will help the drinks industry meet current challenges, including the cost of living crisis…
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Independent ready-to-drink experts, Global Brands, reveals its continued growth plans, following changes to its senior leadership team structure. Following Mark James’ decision to step down, Julian Atkins has been appointed as Global Brands’ Managing Director. Shaun Bacon remains Group Finance & Managing Director. Previously holding the role of Commercial Director, Atkins has been with Global…
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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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