Beer helped fuel the rise of RTDs. How can it strike back?
The original RTD was beer but it’s facing an ever-growing range of rivals. Just Drinks’ Stephen Beaumont sets out how…
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The sweet outlook for bitters lies behind Campari’s Picon buy
Campari’s move for Picon bolsters the Italian group’s prospects in the still tasty-looking market for bitters, Just Drinks columnist Richard…
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Why the fizz in the premium mixers market will continue
With several major brands established and newbies continuing to spring up, the question is: what growth is still in the…
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Coke and alcohol finally mixing, questions ahead for consolidated beer – and is spirits bubble about to burst?
In Ian Shackleton’s final column for Just Drinks, the former beverage equity analyst looks back to look to the future.
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Why the Jack Daniel’s Coca-Cola tie-up could be a game-changer
Brown-Forman has been selling Jack Daniel’s mixed with cola for years – but its new venture with Coca-Cola could shake…
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Will beer’s forays into functional stick?
Brewers need to walk a tightrope when playing the 'functional' card for their wares. Category commentator Stephen Beaumont surveys the…
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US spirits consumers state their future preferences. Any surprises?
The US has long been the most important market for spirits brand owners. Has a recent survey of consumption plans…
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Investors take to drink, Campari Group hits the radar and brand owners count cost of Russia exit – The Just Drinks analyst
Former beverages analyst Ian Shackleton speaks to us from his safe haven this month, with a look at Campari Group…
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