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Scotland Becomes First Country to Implement Minimum Unit Alcohol Price

May 3, 2018

The minimum unit price (MUP) for alcohol has come into force in Scotland, making it the first country in the world to implement such a law. The legislation has been welcomed by several health organisations including the Royal Society for ...

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Scotland to Set Minimum Unit Price for Alcohol

Feb 28, 2018

The Scottish Government is planning to introduce 50p minimum unit pricing for alcohol from 1 May 2018. Scotland’s health secretary, Shona Robison said the decision was made after analysis of a public consultation, and the ...

Tags: Scotland, Alcohol

Johnnie Walker Launches Limited-Edition Bottle to Celebrate Lunar New Year

Feb 8, 2018

Johnnie Walker has released Johnnie Walker Blue Label Year of the Dog limited-edition bottle in celebration of the lunar new year. As part of the brand's Pioneering Spirit Series, Johnnie Walker continues to pay homage to the traditions ...

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UK and EU Wine and Spirit Trade Bodies Unite on Brexit

Oct 24, 2017

The UK's Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has joined forces with trade bodies from across Europe to agree a ground breaking Brexit position paper. While politicians refuse to discuss the future trade relationship between the UK ...

Tags: Spirit, Brexit

Edrington Buys out Webb's Interest in Americas Travel Retail JV

Jun 6, 2017

Scottish spirits company Edrington has taken full ownership of its Americas Travel Retail operations after agreeing to buy out its joint venture (JV) partner for an undisclosed amount. The former JV, Edrington Webb Travel Retail Americas ...

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Ian Macleod Distillers Unveils New Packaging for Two Blended Whiskies

Apr 24, 2017

Scotland-based Ian Macleod Distillers has unveiled new label and carton designs for Pig’s Nose and Sheep Dip blended whiskies. The blended whiskies, which are produced in Scotland, are also available in different countries such as ...

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Distell Forms New Distribution Partnership with Stock Spirits

Mar 28, 2017

Wine, spirit and cider producer Distell has partnered with Stock Spirits to improve spirit range in the UK. The partnership, which will take effect from 1 June 2017, will strengthen the relationship between the two companies. Several ...

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Survey Says Half of Alcohol Sold in Scotland Does Not Meet Minimum Pricing Legislation

Nov 15, 2016

A new survey has found that about half of the alcohol sold in Scotland does not match the forthcoming minimum pricing legislation. Analysts Nielsen have found that 69% of the spirits presently sold fall below the 50p per unit threshold ...

Tags: alcohol, Minimum Pricing Legislation

Distell Scraps UK Distribution Deals

Oct 11, 2016

Brewing and beverage firm Distell is terminating all third-party distribution partnerships in the UK as it seeks to handle its own portfolio in the country. The South African brewer will cease its existing distribution contracts with SHS, ...

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Macallan Adds Double Cask 12 Years Old to Core Range in Us

Oct 11, 2016

Scotch whisky distillery The Macallan has added the Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old to its core range in the US. The distinctive new whisky marks the first time the distillery has used American Oak Sherry-seasoned casks as the most ...

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William Grant & Sons Profits Surge 8.9%

Oct 8, 2016

Drinks giant William Grant & Sons has reported an 8.9% increase in profits after tax for fiscal year 2015, reaching a record high of £147.4m. The company posted a profit of £135.3m in 2014. A planned reduction in third-party ...

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Aldi Australia Ad Complaint Dismissed By Ad Standards

Mar 16, 2016

A complaint over a radio advertisement promoting Aldi Australia’s whisky brand has been dismissed by the Australian Advertising Standards Board. According to the Advertising Standards Board (‘Ad Standards’), the ...

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Bacardi Expands Wine and Spirits Distribution Network in North America

Feb 7, 2016

Spirits company Bacardi is expanding its distribution network in North America with support from select distributors in franchise format and other chosen markets. To expand its distribution network, Bacardi has signed Southern Wine & ...

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Borders Launched in Stunning Pack From Allied

Dec 21, 2015

Allied Glass Containers has recently created a new beautifully embossed and intricately screen printed bottle for the launch of R&B Distillers Borders Whisky. A unique bottle, Zoe White Marketing Manager for R&B Distillery, says: "In ...

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Scottish Materials Brokerage Service to Issue Glass Recycling Contracts

Oct 9, 2015

Scottish Materials Brokerage Service is to announce its first waste and recycling contracts including long-term deals for glass recycling. The contracts with duration ranging from seven to ten years will be issued for recycling of ...

Tags: glass recycling, cans, plastic bottles

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