Tag Archives: Diageo

With SpiritsUnited, DISCUS’s Swonger Hopes to Mobilize Spirits Fans From Distillers to Consumers to Advocate on Key Issues

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

We’re not fans of searching for top executives.  By and large, we think, it’s best to promote someone who’s already in your organization.  After all, they don’t have to spend time learning the lay of the land – or what needs … Continue reading →

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Johnnie Walker Announces 2 New ‘Game of Thrones’ Whiskies

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

These limited-edition whisky blends are inspired by the iconic and powerful houses of Westeros – House Stark and House Targaryen – and are successors to the White Walker by Johnnie Walker limited edition blend launched in 2018. From House Stark … Continue reading →

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Diageo JV Won’t Distribute Cuban Rum in U.S.

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Diageo said it formed a joint venture with Corp. Cuba Ron SA, a Cuban Rum producer.  The JV will have exclusive global distribution rights to Santiago de Cuba, a premium Cuban heritage rum brand. But the brand won’t be distributed … Continue reading →

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Guinness to Mark 1 Year Anniversary of Brewing in U.S.

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Just 10 minutes from downtown Baltimore and short trips from Washington D.C., Philadelphia and New York, Guinness‘s Open Gate Brewery welcomed more than 400,000 visitors in its first year. About 65% of those visitors are from Maryland, but each of … Continue reading →

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Diageo North American Sales Rise 8% on 2% Higher Volume

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

That’s based on reported numbers.  Diageo said its organic growth in North America – its largest market, representing 35% of total sales — saw sales rise just 5% on a 2% volume increase. Selling 19 spirits brands to Sazerac Co. … Continue reading →

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Diageo Releases 12 Year Old Bulleit Rye

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Bulleit Rye 12-Year-Old Straight American Whiskey is available in 14 states.  Retail: $49.99/750ml. It’s the fifth addition to the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey family, as well as the first extension of Bulleit Rye, a whiskey with one of the highest rye … Continue reading →

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