Tag Archive: William Grant & Sons
Interview: Simon Hunt of William Grant & Sons
Last year was another strong one for William Grant & Sons USA, with its brands showing double-digit growth across the portfolio. SND recently caught up with Simon Hunt, president and managing director-North America at William Grant & Sons, to get a recap of 2012 and a look at what’s ahead for 2013. Continue reading →
Posted in News on January 8, 2013Upstart Gin Brands Boost Category, Alter Market’s Landscape
The U.S. gin market has endured lackluster results for the past few years. However, a few standout brands—including E.&J. Gallo’s New Amsterdam and William Grant & Sons USA’s Hendrick’s—have given the category a much-needed boost, providing dynamism and enhancing gin’s premium credentials. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 7, 2012News Briefs for December 6, 2012
•Authorities in New York are making it easier to gain wine direct shipping licenses. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 6, 2012Stoli To Leave William Grant USA Portfolio In 2013, As Owner SPI Takes Control Of Brand
Stolichnaya, William Grant & Sons USA’s biggest brand, will be leaving the marketer’s portfolio when its distribution and marketing pact expires on December 31, 2013. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 14, 2012News Briefs for October 19, 2012
•William Grant & Sons has debuted its latest Balvenie whisky in the Tun 1401 range, The Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch 6. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 19, 2012News Briefs for October 5, 2012
•Puerto Rico’s Destilería Serrallés has filed a lawsuit against Diageo NA, accusing the company of violating an agreement after it moved production of Captain Morgan rum from Puerto Rico to the U.S. Virgin Islands in 2008. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 5, 2012
