The Executive Chairman of Asahi talks to TheShout about the group’s bid to buy Carlton & United Breweries and how it fits in with Asahi’s plans to expand its global platform.
Author Archives: Andy Young
Andy joined Intermedia as Editor of The Shout in 2015, writing news on a daily basis and also writing features for National Liquor News. Now Managing Editor of both The Shout and Bars and Clubs.
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Kollaras secures new rye whiskey deal
Kollaras & Co has secured exclusive distribution rights for renowned American whiskey company Templeton Rye.
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Neil McGuigan resigns as CEO of Australian Vintage Ltd
McGuigan has been CEO for nine years and will be replaced by Craig Garvin after AVL’s AGM in November.
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Make the most of spirits celebrations
Alec Wagstaff, the CEO of Spirits and Cocktails Australia, on how retailers and bartenders can unlock occasions.
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Diageo delivers sales and profit growth with innovation driving Australia
Diageo has reported its preliminary results for 2019 with net sales and operating profit increasing and Diageo Australia Managing Director David Smith says innovation is strong in Australia.
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Last chance to nominate for 2019 Retail Drinks Awards
Nominations for the Retail Drinks Industry Awards 2019 close on 31 July, so get your entries in now.
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BWS searching for new Director
Kate Beattie appointed interim director after Guy Brent moves to MD of Woolworth’s FoodCo and Metro.
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Koyomi brings refreshment and innovation to Australia
Beam Suntory’s new Shochu RTD, Koyomi, is strongly influenced by Japanese culture.
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BrewDog eyeing new Australian beers
Scottish craft brewer BrewDog is looking forward to opening its Brisbane brewery and working with Australian hops.
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Premiumisation of Australia’s wine exports continues
The value of Australian wine exports has continued to grow with positive news from two key markets as China continues to drive growth and the US returns to growth.