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Daily Archive: August 20, 2012

Exclusive: Trinchero Adds To Spirits Stable With Tres Agaves

After opening a new spirits unit, TNS Brands, last month, Trinchero Family Estates is set to add a new spirits brand to its roster, Tres Agaves Tequila. Continue reading →

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Patrick Ricard, Who Transformed Pernod Ricard Into Global Juggernaut, Dies At 67

Patrick Ricard, who transformed Pernod Ricard into a global drinks giant, died suddenly on Friday, August 17. Continue reading →

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Diageo Reportedly Close To Cuervo Deal, Also In Talks With Mallya For USL Stake

Diageo’s negotiations to acquire at least partial ownership of Jose Cuervo Tequila had been expected to be completed by earlier this summer, but new reports suggest the drinks giant may make an announcement this Thursday in conjunction with its yearly results. Continue reading →

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News Briefs for August 20, 2012

•Bacardi Limited has named Siddik Tetík as regional president of Asia Pacific, effective September 3. Continue reading →

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Craft Brewing And Distilling News for August 20, 2012

•Gardiner, New York-based Tuthilltown Spirits is set to release its first new product in four years, Half Moon Orchard gin. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 20, 2012