Mike Carthy, founder and owner of Slingsby Gin, has invested in Hacien tequila for an undisclosed sum.

The Lucas Bols Company has announced that Frank Cocx, current chief financial officer, will take over as chief executive of the company.

Schweppes has announced the launch of its European-wide brand ambassador programme.

Beam Inc has announced a new commercial structure in its Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA) region.

Diageo has announced the launch of Catalyst, a stand-alone group that will focus exclusively on what it describes as high potential brands.

Bill Samuels Jr is to step down as president of Maker’s Mark bourbon.

Alcohol awareness charity the Drinkaware Trust has issued a response to the Eurobarometer survey on alcohol.

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