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Heineken has completed its acquisition of Costa Rica’s Fifco, strengthening its grip on Central America as brewers seek growth beyond Western markets.

Absolut Tabasco, will roll out from February in key markets including the US and the UK, marking one of Absolut’s most globally scaled flavour launches in recent years.

BrewDog will cease spirits production at its Ellon distillery, refocusing on beer and ready-to-drink cocktails amid market pressures.

British soft drinks maker Cawston Press has entered the fast-growing no- and low-alcohol drinks market with the acquisition of Loah.

Mermaid Gin has tapped former Moët Hennessy USA chief Jim Clerkin as CEO, aiming to accelerate the British premium gin brand’s growth in the US market.

Sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are becoming increasingly affordable in many countries due to persistently low tax rates, contributing to rising levels of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancers and alcohol-related injuries, according to new reports from the World Health Organization (WHO).

Truly Hard Seltzer has launched a new limited-edition variety pack, the Truly Dream Pack, available nationwide until 1 March 2026.

Diageo is reportedly considering a sale of its China assets as part of a review of its operations, according to Bloomberg News.

Kenya’s High Court has allowed regulatory reviews to proceed for Diageo’s $2.3 billion sale of its majority stake in East African Breweries Limited (EABL) to Asahi Group Holdings.

Dolf van den Brink, CEO and chairman of the executive board at Heineken, will step down from his position on 31 May 2026.

Constellation Brands' US beer brand, Modelo, has debuted its first-ever non-alcoholic beverage: Modelo Chelada Limón y Sal Non-Alcoholic.

The transaction is valued at approximately $3 billion and is expected to enhance AB InBev's operational control over its packaging facilities, which are critical to its supply chain.