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Czech soft drinks producer Kofola ČeskoSlovensko, part of Kofola Group, has entered the beer business with the acquisition of Pivovary CZ Group.

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Nigerian Breweries has announced that it has concluded plans to acquire an 80% stake in Distell Wines and Spirits Nigeria.

Barcadi-owned vodka brand Eristoff has introduced two new RTD cocktails in the UK.

Chr. Hansen has launched two new strains for non-alcoholic brewing, designed to provide manufacturers with more flavour variety.

Alcoholic RTD brand VK has introduced a new limited-edition flavour, VK Chocolate Orange, across the UK ahead of the Christmas season.

Labatt – part of AB InBev – has announced plans to expand its production capability by investing CAD 26.6m (approx. $19.4m) into its brewery in Ontario.

The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) has agreed on a new financing facility worth £15 million through its new partner, Ferovinum.

Ancho Reyes – producer of poblano chile liqueurs – introduces Ancho Reyes Barrica, a barrel-aged liqueur and the first addition to its portfolio since 2017.

The Duckhorn Portfolio will acquire Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards, one of the largest chardonnay wineries in the US, from Brown-Forman Corporation.

Carte D’Or has partnered with Baileys Irish Cream to release a new ice cream, this marks Cart D'Or's first collaboration with an alcoholic brand in the UK.

The Seedlip founder has launched a new independent brand: seasn – non-alcoholic bitters designed to be added to both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.