Diageo rules out Absolut move after Ketel deal
Diageo will not move for V&S' Absolut brand, after announcing this week that it will buy into a joint venture with a Netherlands-based premium vodka maker instead.
Archives for February 7, 2008
Briefs: Belvedere, Indian tariffs and Canadian Blue
This week, Canada-based Canadian Blue reveals merger discussions, Belvedere plans vodka consolidation and the WTO backs India over a tariff disagreement.
Coca-Cola takes Honest approach with innovation drive
Coca-Cola will acquire a 40 per cent stake in US-based organic beverage group Honest Tea, as part of an ongoing drive to focus on non-carbonated alternatives for its brands.