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Kliro Capital Partners and ICB have launched Fortitude Spirits Group, aiming to create a leading independent UK spirits company.

Diageo has announced the trial of Everpour, its new keg and integrated bottle dispense system, at selected bars in Dublin, Ireland.

American entrepreneur and billionaire John Paul DeJoria has acquired Waterloo Gin, the first gin brand distilled in Texas.

Tipsy Scoop has partnered with rum brand Kraken on its latest Halloween-inspired launch, Kraken Ship Wrecked.

BrauBeviale is the trade fair for the brewing and beverage industry with state-of-the-art solutions for beverage production.

Butterfly Equity has announced a definitive agreement to acquire The Duckhorn Portfolio, a luxury wine producer., in a $1.95 billion deal.

Swiss Miss and Hotel Tango Distillery have teamed up to unveil Swiss Miss 'Shmallow, a cocoa-infused toasted marshmallow bourbon.

Diageo has reportedly called off the sale of its Pimm’s brand after failing to agree on a deal with potential buyers, according to Sky News.

Moët Hennessy has acquired a minority stake in French Bloom, a producer of alcohol-free sparkling wines.

AG Barr’s Funkin Cocktail brand has expanded its portfolio with a new limited-edition launch, RTD Deluxe Dessert Cocktails.

Kenya-based craft beverage company African Originals has raised $2m in a funding round led by Phoenix Beverages.

NIO Cocktails has expanded its Christmas collection with the launch of three new RTD cocktails.