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How to engage consumers with your virtual event - consumer trends

In a year of social distancing and shutdowns, one word has been on the lips of many in business: pivot.
Why aged spirits should be wary of opaque low- & no-alcohol trend - comment

The seemingly-unstoppable rise of the low- & no-alcohol movement has resulted in an abundance of new brands and line extensions. But, Amy Hopkins warns, aged spirits would do well to tread carefully, lest they lose the consumer's trust and respect.
How the on-premise can make the most of Christmas 2020 - analysis

While many markets are the subjects of a second wave of lockdowns right now, and the subsequent effect these latest COVID measures are having on the on-premise channel, Heineken's UK division has today drawn up a plan of attack for Christmas
Pernod Ricard Performance Trends 2016-2020 - results data

Earlier this month, Pernod Ricard reported a 9.5% fall in sales from the 12 months to the end of June 2020. Here, just-drinks considers the group's performance in fiscal-2020 and over the preceding four years.
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The North American juice market is expected to decline in value from US$14.8bn in 2019 to $12.5bn by 2023, according to GlobalData, with the...

Heineken needs to improve distribution in China's premium restaurant channel, according to a beverages analyst

Heineken faces China distribution gap - comment

It is almost 15 years since I managed a bar in Chengdu, one of China's biggest second-tier cities, but I still remember the early afternoon...

Super Bock Group has recently released Super Bock Sem Glúten in Portugal

'Gluten-free' beer for everyone, not just coeliacs

Portugal's Super Bock Group is the latest brewer to enter the 'free from' category, launching a gluten-free beer brand in its home market. A...

Drinks companies will see the heat turned back up on their environmental efforts under a Biden administration in the US

Biden win focuses drinks on climate change

Ben Cooper assesses the impact of Joe Biden's election victory in the US on drinks companies' efforts to address climate change....

Diageo's Bulleit Bourbon may benefit from tailwinds for US whiskey

How US wholesalers view the next six months

The global beverage industry is approaching the first anniversary of the coronavirus impact, dating back to the first effects in China back...

Pernod Ricard's Opn at-home cocktail concept was retired earlier this month

The just-drinks analyst returns

The recent announcements of a vaccine for COVID-19 have got in-house analyst Ian Shackleton all a-flutter. Should we be concerned, though, t...

How to engage consumers with your virtual event - consumer trends 12 Nov 20

In a year of social distancing and shutdowns, one word has been on the lips of many in business: pivot. The organisations and individuals that appear to be weathering the storm best are the ones that realised that in order to survive. they would need to change tack - and quickly.

How the on-premise can make the most of Christmas 2020 - analysis 10 Nov 20

While many markets are the subjects of a second wave of lockdowns right now, and the subsequent effect these latest COVID measures are having on the on-premise channel, Heineken's UK division has today drawn up a plan of attack for pubs and bars when - if? - they are allowed to reopen early next month.

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Immunity boosting and health busting: What does a post-pandemic world mean for the smoothie market?

As the world grapples with a global pandemic, health and wellness is topping consumer agenda.
How to brew more sustainably in a time of climate crisis

The time for climate action is now. The good news for brewers is that, when it comes to sustainability, there are plenty of solutions to make bi...
Webinar on-demand: 5 key takeaways to improve the sustainability of brewing right now

What can brewers do to immediately reduce their their environmental impacts? This webinar will answer these questio...
RTD coffee: Which emerging trends will shake up the market in 2021?

A global pandemic may have put a spotlight on RTD coffee, but the category has been riding a longer wave of success.
Maison Mumm: a new way of tasting champagne

Using techniques gleaned from neuroscience and cutting-edge design, Mumm has developed a brand new wine-tasting experience, which reveals the Maison’s cuvées...
PakTech: The Sustainable Packaging Solution that UK Consumers are Looking For

The sustainability performance of packaging is increasingly influential in driving consumers purchasing habits in the UK.

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Former Diageo exec to head Heineken's commercial

Olly Wehring | 20 Nov 20

Heineken has announced the latest change to its senior executive team with a new chief commercial officer set to come onboard.

Bacardi acquires Tails pre-mixed cocktails brand

Olly Wehring | 19 Nov 20

Bacardi has made what it describes as an on-premise play, acquiring full control of London-based pre-mixed cocktail company Tails.

PepsiCo "fired" as Bang Energy distributor

Andy Morton | 18 Nov 20

The owner of Bang Energy has launched a scathing attack on PepsiCo after terminating a distribution partnership between the two companies after just seven months.

Recent News - (Updated: 5:39pm 24 Nov 2020)

Appleton Estate eight-year-old returns to UK

Diageo enlists Beckham for Haig Club cocktail push

Maison Ferrand to mature spirits on river barge

Natrl Drinks changes name to Berczy

Bacardi launches Dewar's campaign in North America

Wine.com posts 217% H1 sales jump

Casa Don Ramón adds Mezcal to US presence

Kirin pours cold water on Lion Dairy & Drinks sale

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"China is certainly a worry" - just-drinks speaks to Treasury Wine Estates CEO Tim Ford 5 Nov 20

Olly Wehring Treasury Wine Estates welcomed a new CEO this year, with Tim Ford moving up from his COO role in July

Earlier today, Treasury Wine Estates held its AGM. just-drinks took the opportunity to catch up with group CEO Tim Ford to learn more about the latest news out of China and Ford's recent transition into the role, vacated by Mike Clarke earlier this year.

"Carbon neutrality will be basic hygiene factor stuff in ten years time" - just-drinks speaks to Eden Mill founder Paul Miller 25 Sep 20

Andy Morton

Earlier this month, just-drinks spoke to Eden Mill founder Paul Miller about the alcohol industry's re-tuned focus on sustainability and how the company's plan to open a carbon-neutral distillery in St Andrews serves as a model for the future.

"The rest of Europe is so primed for hard seltzer" - just-drinks speaks to Loon Water co-founders Fabio & Francesca Bruni 23 Sep 20

Andy Morton Loon Water launched Two Brooks alcoholic sparkling water in the UK earlier this year

Loon Water founders Fabio and Francesca Bruni talk about the difference between the US and UK markets, why distillers risk brand dilution with big-name launches and where the global hard seltzer category goes from here.

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Technology in the vineyard - comment

Chris Losh | 5 Nov 20

With necessity long being the mother of invention, the COVID crisis has brought outlying technology into the mainstream, and at speed. Wine...

CSR activations around the world - Oct

The IARD editorial team | 29 Oct 20

Once a month, the drinks industry-funded International Alliance for Responsible Drinking, which covers alcohol policies worldwide, reviews s...

Indonesia the wildcard in CCA buy - comment

Andy Morton | 26 Oct 20

Over the weekend, Coca-Cola European Partners offered a textbook example of how to turn a crisis to one's advantage. As markets reel from th...

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Pernod Ricard Performance Trends 2016-2020 - results data

In early-September, Pernod Ricard reported a 9.5% fall in sales from the 12 months to the end of June 2020. Here, just-drinks considers the group's performance in fiscal-2020 and over the preceding four years.

Brown-Forman Performance Trends 2016-2020 - results data

In early-June, Brown-Forman posted a flat set of sales numbers for the 12 months to the end of April 2020.just-drinks considers the group's performance in fiscal-2020 and over the preceding four years.

Remy Cointreau Performance Trends 2016-2020 - results data

just-drinks reviews the last five years for Remy Cointreau and considers the challenges facing the group in the months ahead.

Coronavirus outbreak 2020 - Round-up

The Wuhan coronavirus, COVID-19, has caused deaths and forced stringent travel restrictions in China. Here is a round-up of just-drinks' coverage of the outbreak as it spreads worldwide.

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Anheuser-Busch Companies LLC - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review

Anheuser-Busch Companies LLC - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review

Anheuser-Busch Companies LLC (Anheuser-Busch), a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, is a brewer. The company operates breweries across the US. It is a major manufacturer of aluminum cans. Anheuser-Busch offers specialty beers, non-alcohol brews, malt liquors and specialty malt beverages. The company along with its subsidiaries produces and distributes beer under Budweiser, Bud Light, Busch, Goose Island, Michelob, Natural Light, Landshark Lager, Bud Light, Stella Artois, and Shock Top brands The company also offers services such as beverages packaging material and packaging services. It sells products through a distribution network of independent wholesalers. Anheuser-Busch is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the US... Read more

Published: September 2020 - ($125.00)

Distil plc - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report

Published: October 2019 - ($175.00)

Pernod Ricard SA (RI) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review

Published: October 2020 - ($125.00)

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