All Alcoholic drinks articles – Page 264
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Deadline set for S&N, Carlsberg dispute
The legal dispute between Scottish & Newcastle and Carlsberg's Russian joint venture Baltic Beverages Holding will be decided by July this year.In October, S&N claimed Carlsberg had breached the terms of the joint venture agreement when it...
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Responsible drinking adverts under attack
Diageo has defended its responsible drinking TV campaign against claims the ads make binge-drinking look fun.A three-year study conducted by Bath University concluded that ads showing the perils of drinking too much, meant as a...
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Vin & Spirit to be sold at auction
Vin & Spirit, the company behind Absolut Vodka and owned by the Swedish government, is to be sold at auction.Analysts expect the company to be sold for between $6bn-$7bn (£3bn-£4bn), with Pernod Ricard, Diageo and Fortune Brands touted as...
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Cobra founder joins Booker board as non-exec director
Founder and chairman of Cobra beer Lord Bilimoria has joined the board of wholesale giant Booker.Karan Bilimoria and Andrew Cripps, a former senior executive with British American Tobacco, joined Booker this week as non-executive...
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Here we go again as drinks prices slashed
Christmas promotions on booze got into full swing at the weekend as a cider brand vied with a lager and two wine brands for the top spot in the activity chart.
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Tsingtao switches its distributor after row
Chinese brewer Tsingtao has signed a distribution deal with Halewood International following the collapse of its agreement with Global Brands Limited (GBL).GBL signed an agreement to distribute the Tsingtao beer brand in the UK at the...
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Sovio wine ban upheld
An independent assessor has backed the Food Standards Agency's refusal to allow the sale of Sovio wine.The 8% abv wine, which is produced by DB Wines, uses an unauthorised technique for the removal of alcohol called 'spinning cone'. It was...
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Grouse season ale goes into off-trade
A Yorkshire brewer has made its seasonal Grouse Beater ale available to the off-trade following on-trade success. T&R Theakston has launched the fruity ale exclusively into Waitrose for six months. It will then be rolled out to all...
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Polish immigrants act as vodka ambassadors
Polish vodka brands are set to challenge the dominance of their Russian rivals in the UK off-trade next year, according to producers, importers and retailers.Marblehead, which imports and distributes Polish vodkas such as Luksusowa,...
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acid test - Ardimore Traditional Cask & Fresita
Ardmore Traditional Cask Company: Bean Global Spirits & Wine Price: £24.99 Expert's verdict... 9/10 ?This whisky balances tradition with consumer engagement. The tin will appeal to traditional whisky drinkers, but it importantly has the tasting...
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In Brief: Yacht partnership; Benromach Lat 55% Single Cask; Three Barrels drive; Gallo handbag
Yacht partnership A whisky has been launched to mark the partnership of Benromach with the Glasgow: Clipper 07-08 Round the World Yacht Race starting this week. Benromach Lat 55% Single Cask Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky got its name because...
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Drinks suppliers' pleas fall on deaf ears as stores crank up promotions
Drinks companies hoping retailers would go easier on the deep discounts this Christmas are in for a depressing reality check.Major suppliers - including Diageo, Pernod Ricard and Beam Global Spirits & Wine - pleaded with retailers to go...
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C&C makes job cuts in bid to reverse Magners sales slump
C&C, the troubled Irish Magners manufacturer, is to appoint its first UK managing director to "spearhead growth". The new role has been created as part of a major management shake-up at the company, which is axing 150 jobs as part of a...
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Other countries fill gap left by Aussie drought
The difficult 2006/2007 vintage in Australia is now beginning to have an impact on UK wine supplies, according to importer Vinoceros.The company has been forced to source a Chilean wine for the latest addition to its previously...
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Pimms aims to lift sales with teapot
Diageo is hoping Pimm’s served in teapots will save the brand’s fortunes this year after a poor summer.
The company is investing £100,000 in an off-trade campaign promoting Pimm’s Winter Cup in the run up to Christmas.
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Can S&N turn the game to its advantage?
It's a do or die situation. The wrong result could see you lose everything. But get it right and your future lies in taking on the big guns of Europe. Sounds familiar? Maybe, but this is beer we're talking about, not England versus Croatia. For...
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In Brief: Trendy additions; Seasonal mix-up; Vodka's UK revamp
Trendy additions Organic wine brand Terra Organica has been relaunched with a more modern look and new wines have been added. Brand owner Thierry's said it had taken inspiration from brands in other sectors. Seasonal mix-up Malibu and cranberry...
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Parfetts' Wine of the Month
Parfetts is launching a Wine of the Month promotion to encourage retailers to increase their wine range. Each month a different wine will be heavily discounted and advertised in depot. Retailer PoS will be available, with tasting notes and food...
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fine wine and how
You've got to feel for the Majestic Wine warehouse manager in St Albans. When the chief executive lives 200 yards from your store and is prone to have a nose through the door every evening as he walks the dog, you have to be at the top of your...
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Jack Daniel's barbecue sauces
New this winter, Jack Daniel's quality Tennessee-style barbecue sauces are available from Baxters Food Group in four varieties: Smooth Original, Full Flavour Smokey, Hot Chilli and Rich Honey, each flavoured with a dash of Jack Daniel's...