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Diageo Reserve Brands adds to Johnnie Walker range

Published:  01 May, 2012

Diageo Reserve Brands has launched two new additions to the core global Johnnie Walker range, in order to tap into the growing consumer trend of trading up to premium whisky blends.

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William Grant & Sons appoints Glenn Gordon as chairman

Published:  30 April, 2012

William Grant & Sons has appointed Glenn Gordon as its new non-executive chairman.

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Drinks trade makes the Rich List

Published:  30 April, 2012

The drinks trade secured around a dozen spots in the Sunday Times' Rich List 2012, published yesterday.

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Convenience is king for new breed of shopper

Published:  24 April, 2012

New consumer research by Diageo GB has found 93% of shopping trips in the convenience off-trade are for "something for tonight" as opposed to a routine shop or for an event.

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Diageo and Coca Cola launch £3.5m summer campaign

Published:  19 April, 2012

Diageo has teamed up with Coca Cola to celebrate the British Summer in £3.5 million off-trade campaign centred around the season's patriotic events.

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Drinks producers to strengthen ad standards across Europe

Published:  16 April, 2012

Major alcoholic drinks producers have agreed to ramp up their voluntary advertising regulations in Europe.

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Sailor Jerry to open gallery and bar

Published:  11 April, 2012

Rum brand, Sailor Jerry is to open a new concept venue later this month, that will double as a gallery and store by day, and gig and dive bar by night.

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Chance to buy rare whiskey barrel

Published:  03 April, 2012

Jack Daniel's is offering trade outlets the chance to buy their own personalised barrel of Tennessee whiskey.

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LIVE: trade reacts to minimum pricing plans

Published:  23 March, 2012

News that David Cameron plans to introduce a minimum price for alcohol of 40p per unit and outlaw the sale of multi-buy deals has provoked a strong reaction from the drinks industry.

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Six in 10 consumers willing to pay £7+ on wine, says Pernod Ricard

Published:  15 March, 2012

Since 58% of shoppers are willing to trade up on wine, but only 11% do, Pernod Ricard is stepping up its premium push.

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Glenfiddich revamps 21 Year Old Gran Reserva

Published:  05 March, 2012

Glenfiddich has unveiled new packaging for its 21 Year Old Gran Reserva, to reflect its quality and provenance.

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Diageo promotes Ivan Menezes to chief operating officer

Published:  29 February, 2012

Diageo has promoted its current North America and Asia Pacific boss Ivan Menezes to chief operating officer.

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Wine and spirits needs business leaders to defend action on responsible drinking

Published:  24 February, 2012

The wine and spirit industry lacks a Tim Martin or Sir Philip Green figure to argue its case in the media, it has been claimed.

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Chinese red for Moët Hennessy

Published:  23 February, 2012

Moët Hennessy has announced plans to produce a red wine in China.

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Pernod Ricard launches off-trade Espresso Martini pack

Published:  23 February, 2012

Pernod Ricard has launched a Espresso Martini pack as part of its premium edge initiative to allow off-trade retailers to tap into the popular cocktail trend.

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Strong half year for Pernod Ricard, despite 'softness' in Europe

Published:  16 February, 2012

French drinks giant Pernod Ricard posted half year net profits up 20% to €800 million, thanks to strong growth from emerging markets and biggest selling brands.

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Whisky auction raises £44,000 for charity

Published:  13 February, 2012

An auction of one of Glenfiddich's rarest-ever whiskies has raised £44,000 for a charity supporting wounded servicemen.

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Pernod Ricard becomes corporate patron of Saatchi Gallery

Published:  07 February, 2012

Pernod Ricard UK has become corporate patron of the Saatchi Gallery, meaning it can showcase its premium status, brands and activities in its creative space.

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Glenfiddich releases rare malt to auction

Published:  03 February, 2012

Glenfiddich is to auction of one of its rarest-ever whiskies, the Glenfiddich Janet Sheed Roberts Reserve.

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Global reshuffle at Treasury Wine

Published:  30 January, 2012

Treasury Wine Estates has hired Bacardi's global travel retail boss to head up its EMEA regional business - in a move which will see the managing director role expanded.

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