13 January 2026
13 January 2026
The announcement came just weeks after Dolf van den Brink set out a new five-year strategy for the Amstel brewer.
The UK giant has been trimming its portfolio through disposals – and is now reportedly weighing up another potential move.
Licores de Guatemala, home to brands including Botran rum and Xibal gin, said the deal would boost its presence in Europe.
Oregon firm 2 Towns Ciderhouse has now outlined plans for its new asset after announcing the acquisition last week.
Andy Bagnall took up the BSDA post on 12 January and is succeeding Gavin Partington, who is retiring after more than a decade in the role.
The forum, organised by Arena International, Just Drinks’ sister events business, made its debut last year and will reconvene in London on 22 January.
However, representatives of the wine and spirits industries welcomed the move by EU member states to back the deal.
In November, UK brewer Keystone filed a notice to appoint administrators.
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