AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSpirits Innovation: Absolut Vodka and Tabasco® are teaming up to launch Absolut® TABASCO™, a spicy vodka made with natural red pepper essence, rolling out across 50+ markets starting Feb 2026. On-Premise Compliance: NSW’s liquor regulator is reminding venues of responsible service after referring Crown Sydney’s Barangaroo venues to the casino commission over an alleged intoxication incident. Packaging & Supply Chain: ALPLA opened its Calamba, Philippines plastic packaging plant, investing 500m pesos to produce bottles and closures for food & beverage and other sectors. Beverage Retail & Culture: Michigan restaurants are seeing diners shift toward mocktails and away from steak challenges as beef prices rise and alcohol consumption softens. Hospitality Tech: Topanga.io acquired Raccoon Eyes to track post-consumer food waste using cameras and AI, aiming to close the loop on waste reduction. Brewing Expansion: Lone Tree Brewing Co. is expanding statewide across Colorado via a new partnership with Elite Brands. Wine Service Spotlight: A New Zealand sommelier, Emma Denney, was named UK Sommelier of the Year at Claridge’s. Mocktail Momentum: DrinkWise launched an Origin-focused campaign pushing moderation and respectful fan behavior.
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