Pernod Ricard
introduces Beefeater 0.0% in the no-alcohol category, maintaining the brand's iconic profile without alcohol. The company aims to become a key player in the no-alcohol industry and has made significant investments in a new production line in
France
. Beefeater 0.0% will initially launch in
Spain
, complementing Beefeater's existing moderated drinking range.
Key Highlights:
* Beefeater 0.0% is inspired by the original Beefeater London Dry Gin
* Beefeater 0.0% maintains the brands iconic citric and juniper-forward profile without alcohol
* The botanical profile of Beefeater 0.0% is achieved using exclusively natural flavors
Original Press Release:
Jan. 17
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Pernod Ricard
issued the following news release:
Pernod Ricard
today announces a significant addition to its no-alcohol brand portfolio with the launch of Beefeater 0.0%.
Inspired by the original Beefeater London Dry Gin, Beefeater 0.0% maintains the brand’s iconic citric and juniper-forward profile but without the alcohol, creating a perfectly balanced and refreshing drinking experience. Produced by adding the essence of Beefeater London Dry Gin’s classic recipe to the base, the botanical profile is achieved by using exclusively natural flavours, retaining the experience and attitude consumers have come to know and love about Beefeater.
Murielle Dessenis, Global VP Marketing Gins for
The Absolut Group
, comments: “We are proud to be bringing to the no-alcohol category an elevated option, removing the need for consumers to compromise or miss out on the occasion. Beefeater 0.0% is our very first zero alcohol expression, which captures the energy of our timeless
London
classic but without the alcohol.”
The introduction of Beefeater 0.0% further demonstrates the Group’s commitment to serve its consumers’ increasing needs for alternative consumption options. As pioneers of the segment, with the launch of Pacific in 1982,
Pernod-Ricard
aims to become a key player in the No-alcohol industry, selling real premium spirit experiences in all categories, among which the award-winning Ceder’s, Seagram’s 0.0% or even ready-to-drink propositions, with Suze Tonic Zero. Significant investments have been made to support this ambition, with a new state-of-the art production line, opened in autumn 2023 in Thuir, in the south-east of
France
. This will serve as a one-stop shop at the service of the non-alcohol spirits production, R&D and innovation for
Pernod Ricard
globally.
Beefeater 0.0% will launch initially in
Spain
, where it will complement Beefeater’s existing moderated drinking range, offering a complete range of low and no options to consumers.
ABOUT
PERNOD RICARD
Pernod Ricard
is a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes
Absolut
vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s,
Chivas Regal
,
Royal Salute
, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies,
Jameson Irish
whiskey, Martell cognac,
Havana Club
rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 12,137 million in fiscal year FY23.
Pernod Ricard
is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code:FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 and Eurostoxx 50 indices
Source:
Pernod Ricard
[Category: Liquor, Wine & Beer, Beverage & Tobacco, New Offerings]
