The Barracuda Group has added to its portfolio of pubs with the opening of The Malt Cross in Ayr. The opening of the pub under the Smith & Jones concept signifies Barracuda's 13th site in Scotland and sees the Group's estate rise to 220 pubs.
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The BenRiach Distillery Company has purchased the Glendronach Distillery from Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky business of Pernod Ricard, for an undisclosed sum.
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Diageo GB is introducing new standard trade terms from September, which it says aim to use customer investment more effectively to support growth within the alcohol beverage category.
Read more... Patriarche Wine Agencies, the UK subsidiary of French wine giant Groupe Patriarche in Beaune, announces the re-launch of sparkling wine brand Veuve du Vernay into the UK.
The full Veuve du Vernay range has received a complete packaging redesign including label, foil and bottle. The sophisticated and elegant new packaging has been created to reflect the dedication to quality and excellence both inside and out of the bottle.
'With an RRP of £6.99 we believe Veuve du Vernay is an affordable and elegant range of French sparkling wines that offers an excellent alternative to Cava and Champagne.' Says Vincent Goyat, Export Director at Groupe Patriarche. 'Initially we're launching three wines within the range into the UK; Veuve du Vernay Brut NV, Veuve du Vernay Demi-sec NV and Veuve du Vernay Brut Rosé NV, and we have plans to extend the range over the coming months.'
Veuve du Vernay became part of the Groupe Patriarche portfolio when they acquired Bordeaux sparkling wine producer Sorevi in 2003, an acquisition that saw Patriarche become the second largest sparkling wine producer in France.
Patriarche Wine Agencies have already secured listings for Veuve du Vernay Brut NV and Veuve du Vernay Brut Rosé NV at Tesco and Veuve du Vernay Rosé NV at CoOp.
Diageo GB is investing £5 million in a new campaign for Guinness.
Read more...Virgin Wines is launching a section dedicated to Chile and Chilean wine on its website.
Read more...An in-depth audit of industry marketing practice has concluded that Scotch whisky companies are meeting the highest standards of responsible brand marketing and promotion. Research by The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) found that distillers had successfully implemented tough industry rules into everyday marketing practices.
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Hundreds of wine distributors and merchants suffered a blow as Amtrak courier firm fell into administration this week causing delays to deliveries across the UK, writes Shirley Webb.
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Pernod Ricard has paid Fortune Brands $230 million (£126 million) to end a joint venture to distribute Absolut vodka in the U.S.
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Consumers are likely to turn to the security of "brands" in the current economic climate and Pernod Ricard UK (PRUK) has planned a raft of activities including internet activity, quality gifting, TV advertising and cocktails in a bid to push its core brands in the UK on-and off-trade this Christmas.
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Diageo has reported a 7% rise in new sales and a 9% rise in operating profit, but admits that it is entering the new financial year facing slowing profit growth.
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Spirits industry expert Barry Laurence has died.
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Diageo GB is to extend its partnership with Gordon Ramsay with the launch of a £3.5 million off-trade marketing campaign for Gordon's gin.
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The London Assembly has launched an investigation into underage drinking habits in the capital.
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Spirits company Beam Global UK has unveiled the national press advertising campaign it is launching next month to support its on-pack offer for Teacher's Blended Scotch Whisky.
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Wines from Rioja is making a bid to target young professionals with the launch of a high profile advertising campaign.
Read more...The Absolut Company has announced a new management team following its acquisition by Pernod Ricard last month.
Read more...Jane MacQuitty has been getting busy with her cocktail shaker, Victoria Moore has been indulging in a spot of wine blogging, and Jonathan Ray has been on a trip to one of Chile's most exciting prospects, the Limarí region. Meanwhile, for those of us still holding out for some late summer sun, Joanna Simon has dug out some perfect picnic picks, whilst Tim Atkin raves about Riesling.
Read more...The drinks industry and beverage analysts alike are awaiting Diageo's results, due out on Thursday, with baited breath, writes Sheetal Mehta.
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The popularity of rosé is on the rise, according to new research commissioned by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA).
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