Heineken warns full-year performance will lag 2019 – results
CEO Dolf van den Brink blamed an uneven recovery for his 2021 woes while warning about rising costs.
Investors not yet sold on Anheuser-Busch InBev’s turnaround, but better times ahead – analysis
Analysts believe company management can overcome headwinds such as rising input costs, but aluminium challenges...
As Diageo sales strength returns, is it time for a re-evaluation? – analysis
Barclays analysts predict the group's Tequila stable can achieve a near-50% sales leap by close of fiscal-2022.
Molson Coors Beverage Co to cull brands in premiumisation push
The cutting of 11 economy beer brands including Mickey's Ice and Magnum follows a reckoning for Molson's low-value portfolio during the coronavirus lockdown.
In turbulent times, spirits brand owners fall into the arms of celebrities – comment
For spirits brands, attractive markets can also carry risk. At the same time, a popular category in one market might not apply elsewhere. Spirits commentator Richard Woodard believes brand owners should consider the kindness of celebrities.
Just Drinks' Data-Set of the Week
Top countries for AI roles advertised in Q1 2021 (Source: GlobalData)
| Country | Number of Ads |
|---|---|
| The US | 70 |
| Mexico | 21 |
| Romania | 18 |
| Singapore | 8 |
| Poland | 7 |
| Colombia | 6 |
| The Seychelles | 6 |
| The Netherlands | 6 |
| Australia | 5 |
| Costa Rica | 4 |
Latest News
Wild Life Botanicals adds canned format to non-alcoholic wine range
The UK producer is also expanding to new countries including The US, Australia and Ireland.
Asahi Group unveils alcoholic yoghurt-flavoured RTDs
The canned cocktails, set for release in Japan, contain fruit flavours as well as fermented milk for a “sour yoghurt” taste.
Gordon & MacPhail reveals cask-aged The Glenlivet line-up
The expressions range in price from GBP104 (US$144) to GBP1,750 per 70cl bottle.
Australian trade group warns premium wine has lost its way
The newly-formed Australian Commercial Wine Producers believes the lower-value sector can lead the charge into new export markets.
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New pandemic restrictions in Vietnam and Indonesia come just as Europe's bars reopen.
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Alcohol’s sustainability & responsibility activations around the world – The IARD Digest – July 2021
Once a month, the drinks industry-funded International Alliance for Responsible Drinking, which covers alcohol-related health...
Campari poised to soar as cocktail boom meets COVID reopening – analysis
The group doesn't intend to sacrifice off-premise momentum for on-premise gains.