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just the Facts - Emperador Inc 9 May 2014

After months of speculation, a buyer for Scotch whisky producer Whyte & Mackay finally emerged today (9 May). Philippines-based Emperador Inc has agreed to acquire the business from Diageo-controlled United Spirits for GBP430m (US$729m). Here, just-drinks offers a more detailed look at Emperador:

In the Spotlight - Drinks Firms Support Typhoon Haiyan Relief Efforts 15 Nov 2013

The final death count of Typhoon Haiyan, which hit the Philippines last week, is still a long way from being known. The relief effort is well underway, however, and drinks companies are among those that have moved to support those affected by the disaster.

Comment - San Miguel Corp preparing to ditch beer? 29 Jul 2010

San Miguel Corp's announcement this week that it plans to raise US$1.6bn to finance its diversification into heavy industries could signal that the firm is on its way out of the beer business.

Comment - Kirin makes mark at San Miguel Brewery 18 Nov 2009

Kirin Holdings is making its presence felt at San Miguel Brewery, as the Philippines-based brewer announces expansion plans.

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Emperador full-year 2016 sales climb 11% ahead of US brandy entry - results 28 Mar 2017

Philippine-based spirits group Emperador has posted an 11% jump in full-year sales as it launches its brandies in the US.

San Miguel Corp secures Portavin Holdings in AUD27m deal 6 Feb 2017

San Miguel Corp has bought Australian wine bottler Portavin Holdings for AUD27m (US$20.6m).

Heineken signs JV deal with Asia Brewery in Philippines 27 May 2016

Heineken International has signed a joint venture agreement with Philippines-based Asia Brewery as it looks to drive premiumisation in the region. 

San Miguel Brewery cleared for soft drinks entry 18 Mar 2015

San Miguel Brewery has won consent from the Philippines government to move into soft drinks as it looks to capture growing demand in the category.

San Miguel Brewery eyes entry into soft drinks 7 Jan 2015

San Miguel Brewery is looking to expand into soft drinks as it says the category is growing faster than the Philippines' alcohol segment.

Tito's Handmade Vodka rolls out to Philippines 3 Dec 2014

Tito's Handmade Vodka has launched in the Philippines after owner Fifth Generation secured a distribution deal.

San Miguel Corp sees YTD drinks sales rise 10 Nov 2014

San Miguel Corp has seen a single-digit lift in year-to-date sales from both its brewing operations and its combined spirits and soft drinks unit.

PHILIPPINES: San Miguel Brewery owner offered US$6bn for majority stake - report 7 Jul 2014

San Miguel Corp has been offered as much as US$6bn for the majority share in its namesake brewing unit, the company's president has said in an interview.

PHILIPPINES/SPAIN: San Miguel Brewery, Mahou San Miguel unite to push lager brand 12 May 2014

Philippines' San Miguel Brewery (SMB) Inc has signed a deal with Spain's Mahou-San Miguel in a bid to expand the global footprint of the lager brand.

PHILIPPINES/INDIA: Emperador to acquire Whyte & Mackay 9 May 2014

Emperador Inc is set to acquire Scotch whisky producer Whyte & Mackay from Diageo-controlled United Spirits for GBP430m (US$729m).