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Global Brands targets sambuca revival with launch of Nottari range
Global Brands is launching a new Italian liqueur range, Nottari Sambuca, tailored for the on-trade.
Tilray agrees on BrewDog US acquisition deal
Tilray Brands has confirmed its latest agreement to acquire certain BrewDog assets in the US, following its purchase of the craft beer group’s UK, Ireland and Australia operations earlier this month.
Brown-Forman appoints Jim Peters as CFO
Brown-Forman Corporation has appointed Jim Peters as its new chief executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective 31 March.
Rémy Cointreau launches Prestige Division to accelerate growth of luxury brands
Rémy Cointreau has created a new Prestige Division aimed at accelerating the global development of its high-end wine and spirits portfolio.
Heineken to pay MTB at least €43m in ongoing competition case
Greek brewer Macedonian Thrace Brewery (MTB) will likely be paid at least €43 million in damages by Heineken, following the latest ruling in a case centring around anti-competitive practices.
Sidel launches Swing Evo tunnel pasteuriser for beverage producers
Sidel has introduced Swing Evo, a new tunnel pasteuriser designed to improve energy and water efficiency in beverage production.
Cimbroni 33 Classic and Cimbroni 33 Coffee launch to redefine the Sambuca category in the UK
A new era for Sambuca is underway with the UK debut of Cimbroni, positioned as the first true luxury Sambuca to enter the domestic drinks market.
US group Tilray Brands acquires BrewDog in £33m deal
Tilray Brands has acquired certain assets of BrewDog’s global platform, including the brand and related IP, UK brewing operations and 11 brewpubs in the UK and Ireland, for £33 million.
BrewDog closes all bars for the day as sale announcement anticipated
Scottish craft beer company BrewDog has closed all of its bars for the day today (2 March 2026), with an announcement regarding the sale of the business expected early this week.
Hendrick’s Gin expands premium portfolio with first new permanent expression in nine years
William Grant & Sons’ Hendrick’s Gin is launching a new permanent addition to its premium gin range, marking the brand’s first line extension since 2017.
Heineken names Romain Apert as chief digital and technology officer
Heineken has appointed Romain Apert as its new chief digital and technology officer (CDTO) and member of the executive team, effective 15 May 2026.
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