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Published by Aroq Ltd.Thu, 20 Jun 2013 11:17:29 GMTThu, 20 Jun 2013 11:17:29 GMTjust-drinks.com - RSS feedjust-drinks.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss20Here's a run-down of some of the top research reports currently available in the just-drinks research store:http://www.just-drinks.com/news/just-the-research_id110645.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsWed, 19 Jun 2013 09:00:00 GMTIn the final part of this month's management briefing, which looks at environmental sustainability in the soft drinks and bottled water sector, Ben Cooper considers the importance of connecting with consumers to earn one's green wings.http://www.just-drinks.com/management-briefing/sustainability-in-soft-drinks-water-part-iv-engaging-consumers_id110678.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsWed, 19 Jun 2013 15:00:00 GMTDiageo is accelerating its expansion into Russia's rum market with the launch of a domestically-produced version of value brand Shark Tooth.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/diageo-kicks-off-shark-tooth-rum-production-in-russia_id110687.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsWed, 19 Jun 2013 16:58:00 GMTThe founder of Scotch association Keepers of the Quaich and creator of brands including Johnny Walker Blue Label and Malibu is to receive an OBE for services to the whisky industry.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/keepers-of-the-quaich-founder-awarded-obe_id110684.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsWed, 19 Jun 2013 15:06:00 GMTDiageo has teamed up with Alfred Dunhill to launch a limited-edition travellers trunk for its Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/diageo-unveils-alfred-dunhill-johnnie-walker-blue-label-collection_id110685.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsWed, 19 Jun 2013 15:14:00 GMTWilliam Grant & Sons' Glenfiddich Cask of Dreamshttp://www.just-drinks.com/news/william-grant-sons-glenfiddich-cask-of-dreams_id110682.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsWed, 19 Jun 2013 13:10:00 GMTCanada: famous for its ice wines and whiskies. But how are these categories performing globally? And does the country's social reference pricing, a form of minimum pricing, really make a difference? Here, James Wilmore talks to Janet Dorozynski, the global lead on wine, beer and spirits for the Canadian Government's Foreign Affairs and International Trade department http://www.just-drinks.com/interview/just-the-answer-janet-dorozynski-canadas-global-lead-on-beer-spirits-wine_id110659.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsTue, 18 Jun 2013 10:30:00 GMTA large study from Australia, which included a high percentage of current or former alcohol abusers, related alcohol consumption with a variety of metabolic and biologic parameters that relate to health. Included were markers of lipid function, inflammation, glucose metabolism, and liver function.http://www.just-drinks.com/analysis/metabolic-and-biochemical-mechanisms-by-which-alcohol-consumption-affects-health_id110668.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsTue, 18 Jun 2013 13:53:00 GMTPernod Ricard's Olmeca Tequila brand has launched an online treasure hunt for consumers in South Africa, as part of its Ibiza summer promotion in the country.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/pernod-ricard-unveils-online-ibiza-push-for-olmeca-tequila_id110671.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsTue, 18 Jun 2013 15:16:00 GMTSmoke Ventures has launched a vodka-based liqueur infused with Moscato that aims to tap into increasing demand for the sweet wine.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/product-launch-smoke-ventures-smoke-liqueur_id110670.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsTue, 18 Jun 2013 14:30:00 GMTPernod Ricard's US unit has appointed a new strategy executive in a bid to strengthen its route to market.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/pernod-ricard-eyes-distribution-with-new-posting_id110664.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsTue, 18 Jun 2013 11:03:00 GMTThe Scotch Whisky Association has calmed reports that Indian authorities have offered to cut the duty on international wine and spirits from 150% to 40%.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/international-wine-spirits-duty-set-for-marked-cut_id110655.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 15:05:00 GMTDiageo has declined to comment on reports that its outgoing chief executive Paul Walsh is set to join catering firm Compass as chairman. http://www.just-drinks.com/news/diageo-compass-silent-on-walsh-move-reports_id110652.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 14:24:00 GMTDiageo has clarified that its remains "committed to Ireland" after its divisional boss warned it would cut investment if an alcohol sponsorship and advertising ban went ahead.http://www.just-drinks.com/news/diageo-still-committed-despite-ad-ban-threat_id110651.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 14:06:00 GMTEdrington Group has unveiled more details of its distribution changes, announcing a GBP10m (US$15.5m) investment for new structures in the US, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. http://www.just-drinks.com/news/edrington-group-confirms-gbp10m-distribution-shake-up_id110647.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 12:05:00 GMTBerry Bros & Rudd Spirits' The Glenrothes Vintage 2001http://www.just-drinks.com/news/berry-bros-rudd-spirits-the-glenrothes-vintage-2001_id110662.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 17:26:00 GMTTeeling Whiskey Co's Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malthttp://www.just-drinks.com/news/teeling-whiskey-cos-silver-reserve-21-year-old-single-malt_id110660.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 16:44:00 GMTWhyte & Mackay has agreed a tie-up with Blackheath Beverage Group to boost sales of its Scotch portfolio in the US. http://www.just-drinks.com/news/whyte-mackay-aims-for-sales-boost-with-blackheath-deal_id110656.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 15:21:00 GMTJ&G Grant, owner of Glenfarclas Scotch, has appointed a sixth-generation member of its founding family to the board of directors. http://www.just-drinks.com/news/jg-grant-adds-next-generation-to-board_id110650.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 13:51:00 GMTPernod Ricard's Scotch unit Chivas Brothers has officially re-opened a Speyside distillery, part of an on-going investment in whisky production that includes a new distillery to open next year. http://www.just-drinks.com/news/pernod-ricard-re-opens-glen-keith-whisky-distillery_id110646.aspx?utm_source=sector-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=spiritsMon, 17 Jun 2013 11:28:00 GMT