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Yearly Archive: 2019

Diageo To Enter The Cuban Rum Segment With Santiago de Cuba Brand

Diageo is set to enter the Cuban rum segment, agreeing to form a joint venture with state-owned producer Cuba Ron through its Diageo Europe subsidiary. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 13, 2019

News Briefs for August 13, 2019

•In case you missed yesterday’s news alert, Heaven Hill Brands has acquired Black Velvet Canadian whisky from Constellation Brands for $266 million. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 13, 2019

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for August 13, 2019

•Boston Beer has unveiled a new national campaign behind its Truly hard seltzer brand starring actor Keegan-Michael Key. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 13, 2019

Canada Update, Part 2: Producers Gear Up Ahead Of Legalization 2.0

With edible and drinkable forms of cannabis going legal in Canada later this year, along with vapes and concentrates, producers are ramping up their output and racing to secure their positions in the rapidly evolving market. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 13, 2019

Cannabis Briefs for August 13, 2019

•Cannabiniers has launched two new seasonal offerings under its Two Roots cannabis beer brand. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 13, 2019

News Alert: Heaven Hill To Acquire Black Velvet Canadian Whisky For $266 Million

Heaven Hill Brands has agreed to acquire Black Velvet Canadian whisky from Constellation Brands for $266 million, subject to regulatory approval. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 12, 2019

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