E-Malt.com News article: USA: Diageo to move the production of the US supply of Red Stripe Beer

Alcoholic drink maker Diageo PLC is moving production of the U.S. supply of its Red Stripe beer from Jamaica to the U.S. starting next year, The Associated Press reported on October, 5.

The company, which makes premium spirits, wine and beer, said that contract brewer City Brewing Co. will be responsible for producing the U.S. supply of Red Stripe. City Brewing is based in Latrobe, Pa.

Jamaica's Desnoes & Geddes Ltd. will still make Red Stripe for Jamaica, Brazil, Canada and Europe. It will also receive royalties on Red Stripe sales in the U.S.

Diageo said the production plan is typical of most global brewers and will allow for a greater investment in the brand in the U.S.


07 October, 2011