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BeverageBirra Moretti debuts in Korea
The brand (owned by Heineken) can be bought in bottles in high-end Italian restaurants
Or can be purchased in cans at minimarkets and supermarkets more
BeverageCampari sold Cinzano for 100 million euros
The brand was sold to the Amaro del Capo group (Caffo Group) including the Frattina business
If this isn't the news of the summer, it's almost there at least for us Italians. In a nutshell, Campari has sold the Cinzano brand to the Amaro del Capo group: the total consideration for the operation... more
BeverageAssoBirra: Federico Sannella is the new President
He succeeds Alfredo Pratolongo. Merlin, Micucci and Savoca appointed Vice Presidents
Andrea Bagnolini confirmed as General Manager. more
BeverageHeineken 0.0: Cinema Debut with "F1 The Movie"
Directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, it challenges the prejudices about no-alcohol
Heineken 0.0 is the official partner of the highly anticipated film “F1 The Movie”, produced by Apple Original Films and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, which will be released worldwide on June 25.... more
BeverageCampari: organic sales fall to 666 million euros (-4%) in the first quarter of 2025
The decline was more marked in the Americas (-6%) and Germany (-10%). Asia-Pacific (+11%) and Australia (+16%) performed well
The Board of Directors of Davide Campari-Milano NV approved the additional financial information as of March 31, 2025. Group sales amounted to €666 million, down -4.2% organically and up +0.3% overall. T... more
BeverageCarlsberg Britvic launches new 7Up Pink Lemonade
First market transaction for the newly formed company
Carlsberg Britvic, now a major player in the British alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage market, has decided to expand its 7Up range with the launch of the Pink Lemonade zero-sugar variant of the odd... more
BeverageHeineken Beyond Beer: Tenzing Minority Acquired
Dutch company buys stake in UK energy drinks firm
Heineken is continuing its acquisitions outside of the beer sector, taking a stake in British energy drinks company Tenzing. In a joint statement, the companies said the Dutch brewing giant has acquired... more
BeverageRoyal Unibrew: revenues rise to 2.015 billion euros (+16%) in 2024
Growing numbers in the European and Italian market after the acquisition of Vrumona
Royal Unibrew, the holding company of brands such as Ceres and Lemonsoda, closed 2024 with growing numbers despite a struggling market. Net revenues rose to 2.015 billion euros (+16% on 2023), while organic... more
BeverageHeineken Silver: From Beer to Beauty Cream
Asian markets launch Heineken Smootheriser, new skin smoother
Heineken Silver, the beer renowned for its ultra-refreshing smoothness, today introduces The Heineken Smootheriser, a skin-smoothing beauty cream. Blurring the lines between beer and beauty, the cream... more
BeverageHeineken Italia Receives the Milano Marketing Festival Award
“Category Leader” recognition for beer at the closing ceremony of the event
Heineken Italia received the prestigious award for the “Category Leader” category during the closing ceremony of the ninth edition of the Milano Marketing Festival, the annual event that involves professors, exp... more
Beverage"Kitchen Attraction": Sanbittèr celebrates World Happiness Day
Brand highlights the trend whereby the kitchen has become the happiest place in the house
On the occasion of World Happiness Day, Sanbittèr outlines “Kitchen Attraction”, underlining how the kitchen has become over the years the happiest place in the house, the beating heart of conviviality and... more
BeveragePepsiCo jumps into prebiotics: Poppi acquired for $ 2 billion
Multi-billion operation to acquire the brand of functional drinks (fast growing)
PepsiCo today announced that it has reached a final agreement to acquire the fast-growing prebiotic drink brand Poppi. The transaction is worth $1.95 billion, including $300 million in tax benefits, for... more
BeverageFanta pushes more and more on no sugar
Three new fruity flavours from the zero sugar Fanta range launched in UK
It is pushing more and more on the no sugar Fanta, the beverage brand born in Italy (in Naples) that recently celebrated its 70th anniversary. The brand now owned by Coca Cola adds three new fruity flavors... more
BeverageVelier consolidates partnership with Fever-Tree on the Italian market
The Genoese importer and the brand of the soda's range renew their multi-year distribution contract
Independent importer and distributor Velier, founded in Genoa in 1947, and mixer giant Fever-Tree are strengthening their partnership on the Italian market, formalizing the renewal of their distribution... more
BeverageUnited Breweries rethinks: resumes beer deliveries in India
Heineken company returns to distribute the Kingfisher "with immediate effect" to Telangana Beverages Corporation
United Breweries, known for its Kingfisher beer brand, is taking back deliveries of beer to Telangana Beverages Corporation Ltd (TGBCL) "with immediate effect". The same company reporting to Heineken in... more
BeverageHeineken Italy: Michela Filippi new Marketing Director
In the company since 2020, the manager has led the growth of the Ichnusa and Birra Messina brands
Starting from January 2025, Michela Filippi has taken on the role of Marketing Director of Heineken Italy. In her new role, the newly elected will consolidate the marketing strategy of the Group's brand... more
BeverageHeineken /2. Non-Alcoholic: There's Still a Stigma in Gen Z
Study reveals that in 5 countries, 21% of young people hide their consumption due to social pressure
The Heineken study announced at the launch of the new campaign (read EFA News ), after interviewing 11,842 adults in five developed non-alcoholic beer markets – the UK, US, Spain, Japan (over the legal d... more
BeverageHeineken: First Campaign of 2025 Celebrates Sobriety
"0.0 Reasons Needed" to dispel the latest prejudices about "zero alcohol" /Video
A clear message: if someone stays sober, no matter why, it is a choice to be respected. This is the core of Heineken's brand new "0.0 Reasons Needed" campaign, coming out in January. While there are still... more
BeverageCampari: Simon Hunt is the new CEO
Over 30 years of experience in the spirits industry
The Board of Directors of Davide Campari-Milano NV has announced the appointment of Simon Hunt as Chief Executive Officer of Campari Group. The appointment is the result of an in-depth evaluation of internal... more
BeverageCarlsberg strikes deal for Russian operations
The Danish group has agreed to sell its shares in Baltika Breweries
Carlsberg has struck a deal for its Russian operations. The Danish group has agreed to sell its shares in Baltika Breweries. As part of the deal, Baltika Breweries will transfer all of its stakes in Carlsberg... more
BeverageBeer/2. Cold cuts and cheeses (but also desserts) perfect for a meal
Bagnolini (AssoBirra): "It confirms itself as a versatile ally; it enhances the authenticity of Italian conviviality"
“Beer is a pillar of the Italian food tradition, able to adapt to every season and occasion”. This was stated by Andrea Bagnolini , general manager of AssoBirra, commenting on the data from the third edi... more
BeverageBeer: for 29% of Italians it is synonymous with winter relaxation
This is what emerges from the latest Bva Doxa survey, conducted by Cib of AssoBirra / Attachment
Winter is the season that celebrates simple and authentic pleasures, intimate atmospheres and moments to be lived slowly. It is a period that invites us to rediscover the beauty of small daily gestures,... more
BeverageKrombacher Renovates Historic Brewery
Investment of 100 million to ensure sustainable development
Over the next six years, the German brewery Krombacher will invest a total of more than 100 million euros in the renovation of its bottling plant, thus preparing itself for the future. With the largest... more
BeverageHeineken invests 45 million in new research centre in the Netherlands
Named after the chemist Henry Pierre Heineken, the new 8,800 square metre plant is located in Zoeterwoude
Heineken has decided to invest 45 million Euros in a new global research and development centre at Zoeterwoude, the Netherlands. The new centre will be called Dr. H.P. Heineken Centre, named after Henry... more
BeverageIDeA Taste of Italy sells its stake in Wisecap group
Transfer of 35% stake to a European investment office aimed at accelerating company growth
IDeA Taste of Italy, a private equity fund managed by DeA Capital Alternative Funds Sgr, has sold its 35% stake in the Wisecap group to a European investment office, which will provide resources and expertise... more
BeveragePepsiCo closes Chicago plant: unions on the warpath
The multinational company accused of not respecting the deadlines for dismissals
The internal union of PepsiCo, Teamsters Local 727, is on the war footing against the management of the multinational. The dust has been lit by the decision taken by the company’s management to close t... more
BeverageHeineken. The beer of the future: increasingly sustainable and "committed"
Pratolongo (Corporate Affairs Director Italy): "We will continue to reduce water consumption" /Gallery
The four macro-trends identified by Future Concept Lab - an international research institute where behavioral observation supports strategic consulting for innovation - outline how beer will play a leading... more
BeverageBaladin open fest, in Turin the festival of Italian craft beer
By the brewery of Teo Musso from 6 to 8 September 100 brands in showcase
From 6 to 8 September, the Baladin Open Fest 2024, the celebration of Italian craft beer will be staged. One hundred craft breweries will be present with more than 100 beers to tap in Turin, in piazzale... more
BeverageConstellation Brands: First quarter earnings beat expectations
On an annual basis, the US group sees revenues rise to $2.66 billion
The stock market toasts Constellation Brands' results driven by strong demand for its core beer brands such as Modelo Especial and Pacifico. The group (which controls brands such as Corona, Meiomi, Kim... more
BeverageSustainability. The report of Compagnia dei Caraibi
The commitments of the Piedmontese company specialized in the import and distribution of spirits
Compagnia dei Caribbean, a Piedmontese company specialized in the import, development, brand building and distribution of premium to ultra-premium and prestige spirits, wines and soft drinks from all over... more
BeverageHeineken Italia: Alexander Koch is the new CEO
He will replace Wietse Mutters, who leaves after 4 years, to lead the Vietnamese branch of the group
Significant changing of the guard at Heineken Italia: after four years Wietse Mutters leaves the role of CEO to lead Heineken Vietnam. Replacing him, starting from next August 1st, will be Alexander Koch... more
BeverageNio Cocktail: transfer of ownership to the benefit of Tgf
British consultancy firm specializing in eCommerce takes charge of the brand
Nio Cocktails, a brand producing ready-to-drink mixes, today announced the change of ownership of the company and the new organization of the operational structure. An important step for the history of... more
BeverageAssoBirra Annual Report: 2023 of beer in Italy
Increase costs, octrois and inflation generate volumes in contraction of beyond 5%
Beer production in Italy confirms a growing trend compared to pre-pandemic data, but the sector needs concrete support to grow again. To strengthen the competitiveness of the sector, AssoBirra continues... more
BeverageCampari loses case against British microbrewery Dark Sky
For the multinational, the name of the brewery was confused with its Skyy Vodka: the judgment wrongs him
Sometimes David beats Goliath. It doesn’t always happen, but this time it happened. In Britain, where the giant Campari lost a trademark lawsuit against the microbrewery Dark Sky Brewery, deep in Teesdale C... more
BeverageSanbittèr celebrates the regional flavors of Italy
Summer full of Sicilian and Ligurian inspirations, in the 20 cl references
In an era in which the search for authenticity and tradition has become a priority for consumers around the world, Italy emerges as a beacon of culinary excellence. The growing demand for regional ingredients... more
BeverageCampari completes acquisition of Courvoisier
1.08 billion euro transaction completed. The conditions precedent to the agreement were satisfied
Campari Group has announced the completion of the acquisition of 100% of the capital of Beam Holdings France SAS (renamed Courvoisier Holding France SAS), which in turn owns 100% of Courvoisier SAS, owner... more
BeverageBitburger Brewing Group: turnover rises but volumes sold fall
For the German beer holding company, 2023 was positive especially on the catering sector
The Bitburger Brewing Group closes 2023 with a turnover of 776 million euros. These numbers are increasing in value (in 2022 they were 729 million), however compensated by a decline (-1.3%) in sales in... more
BeverageVinitaly. Great success for the debut of the beer pavilion
X-cellent Beers is the 800 sqm stand dedicated to the world of brewing in its debut at Veronafiere
The Vinitaly 2024 coming soon, since tonight will close its doors, will also be remembered for the great novelty of the pavilion dedicated to craft beer from the agricultural industry, opened for the first... more
BeverageHeineken: campaign for the rediscovery of offline relationships
Together with brand for street culture Bodega. "The Boring Phone" encourages young people to break away from their cell phones
Heineken, in collaboration with Bodega, a brand for street culture, launches the new global campaign "The Boring Phone" with a limited edition of "dumb phones" designed to have reduced technological capabilities,... more
BeverageHeineken launches new campaign "Cheers To The Real Hardcore Fans"
From March 24th, the commercial supporting inclusiveness in the world of football /Video
Heineken celebrates the UEFA Champions League season with the new campaign "Cheers To The Real Hardcore Fans", starting from 24 March on the main television networks Mediaset, Sky, Discovery and on the... more
BeverageWith Learning For Life Diageo form 110 bartender in Italy
Ended the 2024 edition: involved 15 teachers of the Italian branch of the multinational spirit
The 2024 edition of the free training program Learning For Life (L4L), with which Diageo, multinational spirit and liquor, offers to young people with a weak or inadequate training path, has just ended... more
BeverageItalian beer: export value grows (+16%) in the UK, USA and Ireland in 2023
Foreign sales at 280 million euros, according to what emerges from the data released by Coldiretti, based on Istat
In pubs, St. Patrick's Day is also celebrated with Italian beer, with imports into Ireland, Great Britain and the United States, which grew in value by 16% in 2023. This is what emerges from an analysis... more
BeverageSurprising Austria: less beer drunk (-3%) and increasingly non-alcoholic
The decline in exports was particularly noticeable (-5.9%). Producers hope for hotels
Beer consumption is even declining in Austria. In terms of volume, sales fell to 9.98 million hectoliters in 2023 (-3%). National sales (including non-alcoholic varieties) were 8.55 million hectoliters... more
BeverageHeineken, sparkling start to the year
The group featured at the Beer&Food Attraction. 2023 revenues at 36.4 billion (+4.9%)
Heineken opened 2024 with major large-scale market operations. They range from the launch of Birra Moretti Sale di Mare and the first classic low-alcohol lager (read EFA News). The group's presence at... more
BeverageHeineken UK launches the first classic lager with low alcohol content
His name is Foster’s Proper Shandy: he has an abv of 3%
Heineken UK has launched a new low-alcohol beer. The new reference is part of the Foster’s range and is called Foster’s Proper Shandy. The launch was planned to help retailers take advantage of the tre... more
BeverageKrombacher Italia: turnover soars (+19%) in 2023
Above all, the Horeca channel is growing. More beer in kegs (+17.5%), less in bottles (-10%)
Over 450 thousand hectoliters of beer sold, with an increase of 12% compared to 2022. Even more encouraging are the numbers regarding the turnover which stands at 6.15 million euros: +19% on an annual... more
BeverageNestlé Health Science launches nutrition drinks for children
With the Carnation Breakfast Essentials brand, the company presents the new fruit and protein shake
Nestlé presents the new nutritional breakfast smoothie for children and adolescents. The launch was carried out by Carnation Breakfast Essentials, a brand of Nestlé Health Science that has made its new f... more
BeverageBeer: production and consumption on the rise in Europe in 2022
The numbers, however, remain lower than pre-pandemic. German record confirmed
All the numbers from the Brewers of Europe annual report more
BeverageSanbittèr gives life to Christmas "apericromia"
Light up the spirit of the holidays with two cocktails designed for the occasion
The aperitif is tinged with red, white, green and gold more
BeverageWhat more do you want? A Yuntaku
Two Italians are the creators and producers of the first "ethnic" bitter of Japanese inspiration
It is the first bitter made with raw materials imported from Japan and then processed in Italy. It is called Yuntaku, a name that originates from the Japanese term meaning "chatter": a saying typical of... more