Tag Archive: Beam Suntory
Suntory President Takeshi Niinami On Tapping Bourbon’s Global Potential
Editor’s Note: Takeshi Niinami became president and CEO of Suntory Holdings in October of 2014, just 10 months after Suntory’s $16 billion acquisition of Beam Inc. In the ensuing integration, the new Beam Suntory experienced some growing pains due to cultural differences, though both sides say those issues have now been resolved. Looking ahead, as Japanese whisky copes with a major inventory shortfall, the company’s focus is now squarely on Kentucky, with ambitious plans to expand in the Bourbon space. SND executive editor David Fleming met recently with Niinami to discuss the road ahead. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 15, 2017News Briefs for May 9, 2017
•Beam Suntory is reportedly preparing to launch a new craft gin developed in collaboration with parent group Suntory Holdings. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 9, 2017U.S. Whiskey Growth Drives Beam Suntory’s First Quarter
Solid progress within the booming American whiskey category drove Beam Suntory to a mid-single-digit sales increase in the U.S. market during the first quarter of 2017. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 8, 2017Impact Seminar: Suntory’s Niinami On The Beam Integration; Jackson Family’s Tigner On California
In a much anticipated speech at this year’s Impact Seminar, Suntory Holdings Ltd. president and CEO Takeshi Niinami spoke on “Suntory’s Vision For The Future.” Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 16, 2017News Briefs for March 13, 2017
•Bushmills Irish whiskey has extended its range with Bushmills Red Bush. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 13, 2017News Briefs for February 21, 2017
•After an initial launch in key markets last fall, luxury Tequila brand Código 1530 is gearing up to enter five new states. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 21, 2017
