Proximo Spirits is moving into the small but fast-growing mezcal category with a new upscale brand, Creyente. Retailing at around $50 a 750-ml., the 80-proof mezcal is launching nationally, joining a Proximo portfolio that includes Jose Cuervo, 1800, The Kraken, … Continue reading →
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Diageo has announced that Javier Ferrán will be appointed to its board as “chairman designate,” and will become chairman of the company on January 1, 2017, when current chairman Franz Humer retires. Ferrán is a partner at Lion Capital, having … Continue reading →
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•Gruppo Campari is set to officially launch its tender offer to gain control of Grand Marnier parent company Societe des Produits Marnier-Lapostolle. Running for 25 days, the offer of €8,050 ($9,074) per share values the company at around €684 million … Continue reading →
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•Wyoming Whiskey is launching a new Private Stock Barrel Program for retailers and restaurants next month. Accounts nationwide will be able to choose their own private barrel from five different 100-ml. samples ranging from 92-97 proof. Each barrel yields between … Continue reading →
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