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Campari Group sells Cinzano vermouth and sparkling wines to Caffo Group 1915 for €100m
In a move to streamline its brand portfolio, Campari Group has finalised an agreement to sell its Cinzano vermouth and sparkling wines to Caffo Group 1915 for €100 million.
Jul 8, 2025


Diageo completes sale of stake in Guinness Ghana Breweries to Castel Group
Diageo has finalised the sale of its 80.4% shareholding in Guinness Ghana Breweries plc to Castel Group, a move that underscores the beverage giant's strategic realignment in the African market.
Jul 7, 2025


William Grant & Sons completes acquisition of The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt
William Grant & Sons (WG&S) has completed the acquisition of The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt brands from The 1887 Company, a move that enhances its presence in the Scotch whisky category.
Jul 2, 2025


Arkay Beverages announces strategic alliance with Licor Zone Mexico
Spirits producer and operator Licor Zone Mexico has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire a 10% equity stake in alcohol-free spirits group Arkay Beverages.
Jul 1, 2025


Heineken loses control of facilities in Eastern DRC as conflict escalates
Heineken has confirmed it has lost operational control of its facilities in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as worsening conflict in the region forces the company to withdraw all remaining staff.
Jun 24, 2025


Diageo India acquires Indian craft gin maker Nao Spirits for $15.2m
Diageo India (United Spirits Limited) has announced the acquisition of a majority controlling stake in Nao Spirits, the Indian craft distiller behind popular gin brands Greater Than and Hapusa.
Jun 23, 2025


Mitra9 adds Root Beer and Cream Soda to functional beverage line-up
Functional drink brand Mitra9 has introduced two new soda-inspired flavours – Root Beer and Cream Soda – designed to offer nostalgic taste with plant-based benefits.
Jun 20, 2025


Masons of Yorkshire and Franklin & Sons launch new RTD drinks range
Masons of Yorkshire has partnered with mixer brand Franklin & Sons to launch a new range of ready-to-drink (RTD) cans combining premium...
Jun 18, 2025


Veritable Distillery launches traditional limoncello
Veritable Distillery, a Connecticut-based producer of historically-inspired spirits, has introduced its new Limoncello, a summer aperitif crafted with traditional methods and a focus on authenticity.
Jun 18, 2025


FoodBev takes a tour of Campden BRI’s UK wine lab
Last month, Campden BRI invited FoodBev’s deputy editor, Melissa Bradshaw, for a tour of its dedicated wine laboratory and testing centre in Guildford, UK.
Jun 16, 2025


Aldi denied permission to appeal against Thatchers trademark ruling
Aldi has been denied permission to appeal against the January 2025 court ruling that it infringed on Thatchers Cider Company’s trademark with its Taurus Cloudy Lemon Cider product.
Jun 13, 2025


Heineken opens global R&D centre in the Netherlands to drive brewing innovation
Heineken has inaugurated the Dr. H.P. Heineken Centre, a state-of-the-art global research and development (R&D) facility located in Zoeterwoude, Netherlands.
Jun 12, 2025
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