Molson Coors sees US export potential with Irish craft beer buy
Molson Coors says its purchase of the Franciscan Well craft beer brand and microbrewery is a central step in its plans to build up a strong market share in Irish craft beer.
Archives for January 15, 2013
Pharrell Williams: Diageo’s ‘critical and avoidable mistakes’ killed Q Qream dream
Pharrell Williams claims he created Q Qream liqueur “to celebrate the beautiful, independent and sophisticated women of today”. However, the dream went sour after partner Diageo did not keep to its part of the bargain to make the product a success,...
Barr Britvic job fears persist in Scotland as OFT delays competition decision
As fears in Scotland persist over possible job losses if the AG Barr/Britvic merger goes through, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) tells BeverageDaily.com that its delay in publishing a decision is not that unusual.
Energy drink sales: Pre-Christmas boost for Red Bull, while Monster loses momentum
While sales of energy drinks in US convenience stores surged in 2012, the pace of growth has been slowing, says Morgan Stanley.
SIG Combibloc steps up Brazilian investment pace
Buoyed by 60% growth in Brazil, SIG Combibloc says it has brought forward a planned, phased investment project in a Paraná state plant to produce aseptic carton packs.