Pernod Increases Stake in Avion
Pernod Ricard USA now holds a significant majority state in Avion Spirits LLC, owner of tequila brand Avion.
Pernod Ricard Expands Responsible Consumption Program
The company is partnering with Alcohoot, a smartphone breathalyzer app. In addition, the company launched its "Wise Drinking" application.
Results from the Fifth Annual Ultimate Wine Challenge
The event was held earlier this month at the Ultimate Beverage Challenge headquarters in New York. All wines scoring 85 or higher by the judges have accompanying tasting notes.
Hello Vino Wine Assistant App Expands
The app for Android devices contains more than 140,000 store and restaurant locations in the U.S. for its wine recommendation service. The app also provides label scanning, wine pairings and a journal for consumers to track what they've enjoyed.
Suntory’s Japanese Whisky Coming to the U.S.
Beam Suntory has announced plans to bring its Japanese whiskies to the U.S. market beginning next month. New brands include Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki Japanese whisky.
Barenjager Honors Top Beardsmen
Barenjager Honey Liqueur helped crown the winners at the Just for Men World Beard and Moustache Championships in Portland, Oregon on Oct. 25.
Chivas 18 Wins Trophy at IWSC
The Pernod Ricard Scotch whisky won the Blended Scotch Whisky trophy at the International Wine and Spirit Competition.
ProWein Releases Top Tips for US Visitors
The city of Düsseldorf, Germany rolls out the red carpet for visitors to ProWein, International Trade Fair Wines and Spirits, which takes place March 24-26, 2013. For attendees from America, here are some tips on attending the event.
Diageo Announces Golden Bar Award Winners
The eleventh annual Golden Bar Awards were presented last week, recognizing Diageo's distribution and brokerage partners for their sales, marketing and promotion strategies.
Absolut Unveils Sparkling Fusion called Tune
Absolut has launched Tune, a sparkling fusion of crisp white wine and premium vodka.
