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Daily Archive: September 23, 2025

Exclusive: Tito’s Takes Majority Stake In Lalo Tequila

Austin, Texas-based Fifth Generation, Inc., parent company of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, has made its first acquisition, agreeing to purchase a majority stake in the fast-growing Lalo Tequila brand for an undisclosed sum. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2025

Suntory’s Laphroaig Debuts Global Campaign Starring Willem Dafoe

Suntory Global Spirits has partnered with actor Willem Dafoe for a new global ad campaign promoting Laphroaig single malt Scotch whisky. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2025

William Grant & Sons Names Diageo Veteran Johnson As U.S. Chief Commercial Officer

William Grant & Sons has appointed Diageo veteran Matt Johnson as its chief commercial officer for the U.S. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2025

Wine Spectator: Investigation Into Napa Wildfire Continues

Nearly a month after the Pickett wildfire began, the cause of the blaze in the hills at the northern end of Napa Valley remains the subject of investigation. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2025

News Briefs for September 23, 2025

Anheuser-Busch InBev has struck a deal with streaming giant Netflix that will see its brands featured across Netflix programming under a multi-year agreement. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2025

Whitney Sees Potential $15B Market For THC Drinks

Cannabis data firm Whitney Economics estimates that the THC beverage market could grow to nearly $15 billion in value at its peak, up from the roughly $1.1 billion market that exists today. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2025

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