Monthly Archive: November 2012
Interview: Adrian Bridge, CEO, The Fladgate Partnership
Owner of three of Port’s most recognized brands—Taylor’s, Fonseca and Croft—The Fladgate Partnership accounts for around 28% of the U.S. Port market. With Port shipments to the U.S. up 11% to €27 million ($34m) in 2011 (and rising another 5% in 2012 through August), Fladgate, whose brands are imported by Kobrand, sees ample opportunity for expansion. Shanken News Daily recently met with Fladgate CEO Adrian Bridge to discuss progress at the luxury tier, Port’s evolution in the restaurant business and innovations like Croft Pink, the first rosé Port offering. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 26, 2012Surging Jameson Cracks 4-Million-Case Mark
After one of the most impressive upswings in industry history, Jameson Irish whiskey has surpassed the 4-million-case threshold in global sales. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 26, 2012News Briefs for November 26, 2012
•Vodka giant Central European Distribution Corp. (CEDC) continues to face pushback from top shareholders as it seeks to revamp its operations and relieve its debt burden. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 26, 2012Craft Brewing And Distilling News for November 26, 2012
•Tampa-based Florida Distillery has launched its debut spirit, Cane Vodka. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 26, 2012Exclusive: Campari America Taps Roy Danis For New Leadership Role In U.S. Market
Campari America has announced the appointment of industry veteran Roy Danis as country manager for the U.S. market and Puerto Rico. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 21, 2012News Briefs for November 21, 2012
•Following its agreement to acquire 27.4% of India’s United Spirits Limited (USL) earlier this month, Diageo will launch an open offer from January 7-18 to increase its stake in USL to a potential 53.4%. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 21, 2012
