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A-B’s New Product Blitz Yields Big Returns

Anheuser-Busch InBev’s (ABI) pending takeover of Grupo Modelo has been grabbing all the headlines, but while ABI continues to try to close that deal (see update below), it’s enjoying immediate success with three recent new products in the U.S. market: Bud Light Platinum, Bud Light Lime-a-Rita and Michelob Ultra Light Cider. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 21, 2013

News Briefs for February 8, 2013

•The Charmer Sunbelt Group has announced two key executive changes within its Virginia unit, Associated Distributors LLC. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 8, 2013

News Briefs for December 12, 2012

Beam Inc. has introduced the first extra añejo extension to its Casa Sauza Tequila range—Casa Sauza XA, Edición Limitada. Continue reading →

Posted in News on December 12, 2012

News Briefs for August 15, 2012

•Plymouth, California-based Renwood Winery—acquired by Argentine investment group Ren Acquisition Inc. last year for $6.95 million—is updating its portfolio with new wines and new packaging, while also renovating its tasting room. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 15, 2012

Brewers Prepare Spring And Summer Effort To Regain Share From Spirits

In “Skyfall,” the James Bond thriller to be released later this year, Agent 007 is seen drinking a Heineken rather than his iconic vodka Martini. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 16, 2012

News Briefs for January 23, 2012

•Global Cognac sales hit a new record last year, according to the Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac (BNIC). Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 23, 2012

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