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Brown-Forman Corp., Louisville, Ky., reached an agreement to sell its Finlandia vodka brand to Coca-Cola HBC AG for $220 million, subject to the customary closing process. The purchase is expected to close in the second half of the 2023 calendar year.

Loverboy, a manufacturer of premium canned sparkling hard teas, spritzes and cocktails, debuted its latest adult treat: Limoncello Spritz.

Kove announced the debut of its new fresh look and the addition of flavors to its existing line of canned cocktails. Featuring vivid, attention-grabbing branding and sleek can design, Kove’s new design can be found as part of its summer variety pack.

Riboli Family Wines announced the launch of all-new packaging for its San Simeon portfolio. The new packaging brings a bolder look through clean lines and showcases an embossed gold foil trident emblem, it says.

Four-time NBA Champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry is entering the spirits industry with the launch of Gentleman’s Cut Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

New York-based Absolut, a brand of Pernod Ricard USA, announced that as a steadfast supporter of the LGBTQ+ community for more than 40 years, the launch of Absolut Ally, is the next evolution of its commitment to safer spaces across bars and restaurants for 21-plus adults.

Monaco Cocktails, a brand of Atomic Brands, announced its new line of ready-to-drink Margaritas, expanding upon its popular tequila portfolio.

Crystal Head Vodka, an ultra-premium vodka brand known for its signature skull bottle, announced the launch of its limited-edition Paint Your Pride bottle following the success of the rainbow bottle launched in 2020, in honor of Pride month in June. The specialty Pride bottle displays a colorful, paint-splattered design against a white bottle.

Sazerac Company announced the launch of Mango Shotta, a mango-jalapeño-tequila shot, inspired by the traditional Mexican "mangonada" recipe, it says.

Essentia Water has partnered with House Wine for the second consecutive year to bring fans a new, limited-edition Water + Rosé box ― a side-by-side combo of Essentia Water and House Wine Rosé.