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CBB 2026 to debut new ‘DrinkBeer Stage’
Co-hosted by Messe München (Shanghai) Co, BeerFortune, European Beer Star and Yontex, the 'DrinkBeer Stage' will make its grand debut at CBB 2026.
Italicus founder Giuseppe Gallo steps down as CEO following full Pernod Ricard acquisition
Giuseppe Gallo, CEO of Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, has stepped down following its full acquisition and integration into Pernod Ricard.
BuzzBallz teams up with Pop-Tarts on limited-edition nostalgia collaboration
RTD cocktail brand BuzzBallz has teamed up with toaster pastry brand Pop-Tarts to launch two limited-edition, nostalgia-inspired offerings in the US market.
Sazerac taps into US market’s growing interest in Korean culture with new soju innovation
Sazerac has expanded into the growing soju category with the launch of Dalho Soju in the US market, available in two size formats.
Diageo headcount falls by nearly 2,000 amid $1bn cost savings drive
Diageo’s latest annual report for 2026 shows that the alcohol giant’s workforce has been reduced by more than 6%, or nearly 2,000 jobs, year-over-year.
Morandé Wine Group unveils new mid-strength cherry rosé-style wine
Chilean wine producer Morandé Wine Group has unveiled its latest innovation: a mid-strength cherry rosé-style wine for global markets, blending cherry wine with Sauvignon Blanc.
Diageo to reformulate whisky and rum drinks in India following ban due to flavourings – Reuters
According to a Reuters report, Diageo’s India unit, United Spirits, has agreed to reformulate several of its popular whisky and rum drinks in the country after regulators banned them in some states due to an alleged breach of flavouring rules.
Merry’s Irish Cream Liqueur brings Dubai chocolate trend back into the spotlight with upcoming launch
Irish cream liqueur brand Merry’s is adding a new Dubai chocolate-flavoured variant to its range, available nationwide across the US this October.
Good Peels launches spiked apple refresher as RTD brand targets summer occasions
Good Peels has launched a premium ready-to-drink spiked apple refresher.
Curry Smugglers enters craft beer category with Indian-inspired lager offerings
South Asia-inspired challenger brand Curry Smugglers has entered the UK’s craft beer market with the launch of two new Indian lager innovations – one alcoholic, as well as an alcohol-free offering.
Unifying Spirits raises $2.2m to expand Boba Pops production and retail footprint
Unifying Spirits has raised $2.238 million through a successful equity crowdfunding campaign.
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