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India: Indian Malt Whisky Association launches mark of authenticity
A new certification from the Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA) will identify single malts that meet the requisite standards with a secure hologram, The Spirits Business reported on June 24.
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25 June, 2026
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Germany: One of Germany’s oldest breweries Hofbrauhaus Wolters files for bankruptcy
Hofbrauhaus Wolters, one of Germany's oldest breweries, has filed for bankruptcy, citing soaring operating costs and a sharp decline in beer consumption, IOL reported on June 24.
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25 June, 2026
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World: World’s 40 largest beer companies sell 3.1% less beer in 2025
The brewing industry remains under pressure worldwide. In total, the world’s 40 largest brewing groups sold approximately 1,586 million hectolitres of beer in 2025. This represents a year-on-year decline of . . .
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24 June, 2026
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Europe: MARS forecasts EU main crop yields below last year’s level
According to the June MARS Bulletin, crop growing conditions remain generally favourable in most regions of the European Union. Winter crops are approaching maturity and spring crops are continuing to . . .
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24 June, 2026
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World: Molson Coors outlines cautious 2026 strategy
Molson Coors is emphasizing portfolio premiumization, disciplined cost control and U.S. core beer positioning as it navigates shifting consumer tastes and input costs. The long-term strategy behind the stock remains . . .
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24 June, 2026
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UK & USA: Scotland targets U.S. growth for whisky and premium food exports
Scotland has published a sector report for food and drink as part of its U.S. export plan, outlining opportunities for exporters and underscoring the importance of the American market for . . .
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24 June, 2026
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Australia & Japan: Japan overtakes Mexico as main source of international beer across Australia
Japan has officially overtaken Mexico as the main source of international beer across Australia, according to tracking data. The Drinks Business (db) looks at how the sector is adapting.
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24 June, 2026
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Italy: 2025 beer production down 2.5%
A resilient market holding its own despite the ongoing consumer crisis in Italy, or yet another year in which the target of returning to a growth trajectory has not been . . .
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24 June, 2026
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Ireland: Diageo proposes 150 jobs cuts in Ireland
London-headquartered Diageo notified Ireland’s Department of Enterprise of “proposed collective redundancies” on 22 June, a spokesperson for the government department confirmed, The Spirits Business reported on June 24.
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24 June, 2026
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