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Stone Brewing releases Stone Totalitarian Imperial Russian Stout.

Virtue Cider announces the release of this year’s Rosé cider

For 21 years Two Brothers Artisan Brewing has been a pioneer in the Chicago craft beer scene with a passion for experimentation and a drive to push the boundaries of flavor.

Catawba Brewing has just released a Small Batch Dry Irish Stout (4.1 percent ABV) – following last week’s Irish Red Ale (5.6 percent ABV).

Organic Swedish vodka brand Virtuous has increased its abv to 40% and will launch the new liquid within a revamped bottle design this spring.

German sparkling wine company Henkell has reached an agreement with Cava producer Freixenet to buy 50.7% of the latter’s capital for just under €220 million it has been reported.

Broadland Wineries is introducing Proudly Vegan to meet the growing demand from consumers who have made this lifestyle choice.

Diageo has acquired German vermouth brand Belsazar – the first company to have “graduated” from innovation incubator Distill Ventures, which is funded by Diageo.

Italian gin brand Malfy has added a new expression to its range – Malfy Gin Con Arancia, which is distilled with Sicilian blood oranges.