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Monthly Archive: May 2014

New Beam Suntory Unit Aiming For $10 Billion In Sales By 2020

Following its blockbuster $16 billion acquisition of Beam Inc., which closed late last month, Suntory has set out ambitious goals both for its new Beam Suntory drinks unit and its overall business. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 15, 2014

News Briefs for May 15, 2014

•Rumors continue to swirl that Treasury Wine Estates will part with its U.S. operation, but the company insists it has no intention of selling that business. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 15, 2014

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for May 15, 2014

•Chandler, Arizona-based SanTan Brewing Company has partnered with distributor Ben E. Keith to enter the Texas market. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 15, 2014

U.S. Surpasses France As Top Global Wine Market, As China Suffers First Decline In Years

The U.S. overtook France as the world’s largest wine market last year, with volume up 1% to 329 million cases, according to Impact Databank. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 14, 2014

Cider Marketers Bolster Rising Category With Major Ad Support

With hard cider sales rising quickly, led by Boston Beer Co.’s Angry Orchard brand, major producers are hitting the market with new promotional campaigns for spring and summer. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 14, 2014

News Briefs for May 14, 2014

•Livermore, California-based Wente Vineyards has revamped the packaging for its flagship wine portfolio. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 14, 2014

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