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Coca-Cola wants to focus on ChinaASIA: The Coca-Cola Co combines China, India post

The Coca-Cola Co's India & south-west Asia head is to also assume control of the company's Greater China & Korea (GC&K) region.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

RUSSIA: Diageo kicks off Shark Tooth rum production in Russia

Diageo is accelerating its expansion into Russia's rum market with the launch of a domestically-produced version of value brand Shark Tooth.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

CHILE: Lapostolle Wineries promotes next generation to CEO

Lapostolle Wineries has appointed the son of its founders to CEO.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view the Alfred Dunhill travellers trunkGLOBAL: Diageo unveils Alfred Dunhill Johnnie Walker Blue Label collection

Diageo has teamed up with Alfred Dunhill to launch a limited-edition travellers trunk for its Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

UK: Keepers of the Quaich founder awarded OBE

The 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.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Lake of Bays Brewing Co will release the NHL-themed craft beer in Canada later this yearProduct Launch - CANADA: Lake of Bays Brewing Co's NHL Alumni craft beer

Lake of Bays Brewing Co's NHL Alumni craft beer

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view William Grant & SonsProduct Launch - TRAVEL RETAIL: William Grant & Sons' Glenfiddich Cask of Dreams

William Grant & Sons' Glenfiddich Cask of Dreams

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view an image of the product Product Launch - FRANCE: Ackerman's Affinity Nature, Fruits Rouge, Fruits Exotiques

French wine house Ackerman has launched three varities of a zero-alcohol, zero-calorie wine called Affinity

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Vinexpo is upping its focus on Asia Vinexpo 2013 - ASIA: Vinexpo confirms plans for new shows

Vinexpo is extending its activities in Asia with the launch of two new events.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Energy drinks are now under more pressureUS: Doctors group backs halt on energy drinks ads to youths

A US doctors lobby has called for a ban on energy drinks marketing to under-18s over health fears.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view the Vimto Extreme rangeProduct Launch - UK: Nichols' Vimto Extreme Energy and Extreme Sport

Nichols has added another potentially lucrative licensing deal to its portfolio with its entry into the energy drinks sector.

Published: 19 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view an image of Rouge Sucette Product Launch - FRANCE: Haussmann Famille's Rouge Sucette

Haussmann Famille, part of French wine house Chateaux En Bordeaux, has launched what it claims is the world's first cola-flavoured wine - Rouge Sucette.

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Consumers must hunt for five bottlesS AFRICA: Pernod Ricard unveils online Ibiza push for Olmeca Tequila

Pernod 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.

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view Smoke LiqueurProduct Launch - Smoke Ventures' Smoke Liqueur

Smoke Ventures has launched a vodka-based liqueur infused with Moscato that aims to tap into increasing demand for the sweet wine.

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

South Korea is turning away from energy drinksSOUTH KOREA: Energy drinks sales slump on health fears - report

Energy drinks in South Korea have suffered a sharp slowdown in convenience stores because of health concerns, according to a local report.

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view Myx BeverageProduct Launch - US: Myx Beverage's Myx Fusions

Myx Beverage's Myx Fusions

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Pernod wants to build on its route to marketUS: Pernod Ricard eyes distribution with new posting

Pernod Ricard's US unit has appointed a new strategy executive in a bid to strengthen its route to market.

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

SABMiller aims to widen KopparbergGLOBAL: SABMiller signs Kopparberg Brewery licensing deal

SABMiller is to take Kopparberg Brewery into new markets under a licensing agreement with the Swedish cider maker.

Published: 18 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view Berry Bros & Rudd Spirits’ The Glenrothes Vintage 2001Product Launch - GLOBAL: Berry Bros & Rudd Spirits’ The Glenrothes Vintage 2001

Berry Bros & Rudd Spirits’ The Glenrothes Vintage 2001

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Eden Springs was owned by Mayanot EdenISRAEL: Eden Springs eyes growth after sale

Eden Springs is to focus on expansion after it was sold to a private equity firm.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view Teeling Whiskey CoProduct Launch - IRELAND: Teeling Whiskey Co's Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt

Teeling Whiskey Co's Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Rioja is gaining traction in ChinaGLOBAL: Rioja push triples volumes in China - figures

Rioja exports to China have tripled in the past two years off the back a campaign to position it as a cheaper alternative to French wine, according to latest figures.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

French authorities introduced a 160% rise in the tax on beer in JanuaryFRANCE: Beer production plunges in Q1 - figures

Brewers in France have blamed a rise in beer duty in the country for a marked fall in production in the first three months of 2013.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Whyte & Mackay is looking to boost its US performance US: Whyte & Mackay aims for sales boost with Blackheath deal

Whyte & Mackay has agreed a tie-up with Blackheath Beverage Group to boost sales of its Scotch portfolio in the US.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Is a duty cut for international wine and spirits in India any nearer?INDIA: International wine, spirits duty set for marked cut?

The Scotch Whisky Association has calmed reports that Indian authorities have offered to cut the duty on international wine and spirits from 150% to 40%.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Majestic was helped by fine wine and online sales UK: Fine wine, online sales help Majestic FY profits

Majestic Wine has reported a slight rise in full-year profits as online and fine wine sales propped up its performance.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Click through to view the Go Splash rangeUK: Heartland Food Products widens Go Splash launch

Heartland Food Products Group has expanded the roll out of its Go Splash water enhancer to the UK.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Walsh is expected to join the catering firm next year UK: Diageo, Compass silent on Walsh move reports

Diageo has declined to comment on reports that its outgoing chief executive Paul Walsh is set to join catering firm Compass as chairman.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

Diageo says it will stay committed to Ireland IRELAND: Diageo still "committed" despite ad ban threat

Diageo 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.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

UK: J&G Grant adds next generation to board

J&G Grant, owner of Glenfarclas Scotch, has appointed a sixth-generation member of its founding family to the board of directors.

Published: 17 June 2013 | Read the full article >

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