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Cobblestone Brands has acquired Knappogue Castle and Clontarf Irish whiskeys from Irish Distillers, a subsidiary of Pernod Ricard.

In a realignment aimed at enhancing its focus on premium brands, Pernod Ricard India has entered into a definitive agreement to divest its Imperial Blue business division to Tilaknagar Industries.

Voodoo Scientific been awarded a US patent for a novel method that allows distillers to eliminate harshness from spirits, a significant development for the beverage alcohol industry.

Pernod Ricard UK is expanding its portfolio with the launch of Beefeater 0.0%, marking the iconic gin brand's first foray into the non-alcoholic spirits category.

William Grant & Sons (WG&S) has completed the acquisition of The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt brands from The 1887 Company, a move that enhances its presence in the Scotch whisky category.

French spirits group Rémy Cointreau has announced the appointment of Franck Marilly as chief executive officer, effective 25 June 2025.

Scottish gin brand Edinburgh Gin has expanded its RTD offering with a new low-ABV Raspberry Collins canned cocktail.

The European Commission has approved a €5 billion French re-insurance scheme to support wine and spirits exports to the US from 8 May to 8 July 2025.

Diageo-owned rum brand Captain Morgan has unveiled its latest innovation, Captain Morgan Muck Pit Brew, a new brand extension designed to cater to evolving consumer preferences.