Drinks

Ketel One Owner Offers €269.5m For Dutch Gin Maker Lucas Bols

The maker of Ketel One vodka has launched a management-backed offer to buy Dutch gin and spirits maker Lucas Bols for €269.5 million, the companies sa...

Brewer Carlsberg Ends License Agreements In Russia

Carlsberg has terminated its license agreements in Russia following Moscow's decision earlier this year to take control of the Danish group'...

European Spirits Exports Saw 16% Growth In 2022, Says spiritsEUROPE

spiritsEUROPE, the representative body for the spirits industry at a European level, has described 2022 as an 'exceptional year' for EU spirits exports, wh...

Diageo Appoints Sally Grimes As CEO Of North American Unit

Diageo has announced two new appointments at its North American unit as the spirits giant seeks to consolidate its leadership team to explore further growt...

Beam Suntory Names Hernán Tabah As SVP, Chief Digital And Technology Officer

Premium spirits maker Beam Suntory has appointed Hernán Tabah as senior vice president and chief digital and technology officer.

Brewer AB InBev Signals New Focus On Michelob Ultra Amid Light Beer Rivalry

Anheuser-Busch InBev has elevated its low calorie lager Michelob Ultra to the status of 'global brand', according to an investor presentation, positioning...

Constellation Brands Lifts Profit Forecast On Higher Pricing

Constellation Brands has raised its annual profit target after topping sales expectations for the second quarter, riding on higher prices and strong d...