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James Taylor has stepped down as chief executive of BrewDog, little more than a year after taking on the role.

More than 300 companies across Germany’s beverage sector have signed a joint open letter opposing the German government’s planned introduction of a sugar tax on drinks.

Pimentae has expanded beyond tequila for the first time with the launch of a new Spicy Mezcal Margarita.

Molinos Río de la Plata has signed an agreement to acquire Bodega Etchart from Pernod Ricard Argentina.

Around 150 roles in Ireland may be impacted as part of organisational changes at Diageo.

Co-op has expanded its ready-to-drink (RTD) alcohol range with the launch of two new cocktail-inspired spritz cans.

Heineken has named Rafael Oliveira, chief executive of JDE Peet's, as its next chair of the executive and CEO.

AB InBev has appointed Dirk Van de Pu as chairman of its board, effective 16 June 2026.

Italian liqueur producer Luxardo has expanded its espresso liqueur range with the launch of a caffeine-reduced option for cocktails in the US.

Stella Artois is expanding its flavoured beer portfolio with the launch of Stella Artois Strawberries & Cream.

Vetropack has developed what it claims is the lightest Rhinewine bottle in Europe, alongside a reusable variant that supports the recently introduced reusable wine bottle system in Austria.

Proximo Spritis-owned brand Jose Cuervo has expanded its ready-to-drink (RTD) portfolio with the launch of a new range of canned tequila cocktails.