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News Briefs for October 8, 2012

Constellation Brands’ Black Velvet Canadian whisky brand is entering the flavored whisk(e)y arena with a new variant—Toasted Caramel. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 8, 2012

News Briefs for September 17, 2012

•Central European Distribution Corp. (CEDC) has agreed to appoint Russian Standard chairman Roustam Tariko as its interim president, replacing William Carey, who departed this summer. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 17, 2012

News Briefs for July 9, 2012

Central European Distribution Corp. (CEDC) said today that chairman and CEO William Carey will step down, with the company’s lead director David Bailey set to move into the CEO role on an interim basis. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 9, 2012

News Briefs for April 23, 2012

•After months of talks, Russian Standard has secured a deal to increase its stake in rival vodka producer Central European Distribution Corp. from 9.9% to 28% for up to $310 million. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 23, 2012

News Briefs for February 3, 2012

•Whisky Advocate has named Wiser’s Very Old (also known as Wiser’s 18 Year Old) as its Canadian Whisky of the Year. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 3, 2012

News Briefs for December 16, 2011

•Diageo has released a new ad campaign for ultra-premium Cîroc vodka, featuring spokesman and musician Sean “Diddy” Combs, under the tagline “Luck Be a Lady.” Continue reading →

Posted in News on December 16, 2011

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