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Heineken buys back €333m in shares from FEMSA
Heineken has bought back €333m worth of its shares from Mexican Coca-Cola bottler FEMSA, with Credit Suisse acting as an advisor.
Kerry launches brewing processing aids
Kerry has launched two new sustainable plant-based processing aids for enhancing beer quality, said to improve process efficiency and deliver cost savings.
Ireland becomes first country to introduce health labelling on alcoholic drinks
The policy would alert consumers to the calorie content, grams of alcohol, the risks of cancer and liver disease and the dangers of drinking while pregnant.
Whipshots expands portfolio with new flavour
Starco Brands and Cardi B’s vodka-infused whipped cream brand, Whipshots, has launched a new Lime flavour variety in time for summer.
Casa Azul adds grapefruit flavour to portfolio
Casa Azul has added a grapefruit flavour to its Tequila Soda portfolio, offering a sensation of freshly cut grapefruit and tangy citrus flavours.
Pernod Ricard ceases all drinks exports to Russia
Pernod Ricard has halted all exports of its international brands to Russia and will cease the distribution of its portfolio in the country.
Malibu expands offering with new strawberry rum variety
Under its coconut rum brand Malibu, Pernod Ricard has launched a new flavour variety, Malibu Strawberry, a 21% ABV liqueur.
Sazerac introduces new spirits brand Mango Shotta
Sazerac has announced the launch of its new spirits brand, Mango Shotta, which combines tequila with the fruity flavour of mango and the spice of jalapeño.
Pernod Ricard invests in circular economy technology start-up ecoSpirits
Pernod Ricard has invested in circular economy technology company ecoSpirits through its venture capital fund, Convivialité Ventures.
Pernod Ricard invests in circular economy technology start-up ecoSpirits
Pernod Ricard has invested in circular economy technology company ecoSpirits through its venture capital fund, Convivialité Ventures.
Heineken to expand premium beer portfolio in Brazil – Reuters
Heineken has announced it will invest BRL 1.5bn (approx. $299.43m) in Brazil as part of an expansion plan for its premium and single malt beer portfolios.
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