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Brown Forman to purchase Gin Mare brands

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Brown‑Forman Corporation recently announced that it has reached an agreement to purchase the Gin Mare brands from Vantguard and MG Destilerías. Upon completion of the transaction, Brown‑Forman will add Gin Mare and Gin Mare Capri to its growing portfolio. Gin Mare ultra-premium gin, is a Spanish gin with a Mediterranean-inspired recipe of botanicals, including Arbequina olives, thyme, rosemary, and basil. Gin Mare Capri, introduced last year, is made with Italian bergamot and lemons, along with Gin Mare’s four principal botanicals.

“Gin Mare and Gin Mare Capri are unique gin brands with impressive sales growth and strong distribution in important European markets. They are excellent complements to Brown‑Forman’s super-premium portfolio,” said Lawson Whiting, President and CEO, Brown‑Forman Corporation. “We believe this exciting acquisition enhances our capacity to deliver meaningful global growth for the long term.”

Gin Mare was founded in 2010 by the Giró Family of MG Destilerías and Alfonso Morodo and Antonio Pardo of Vantguard. Today, it is sold in more than 70 countries and is the largest ultra-premium gin brand in the world according to IWSR.

“Brown‑Forman is the perfect partner to bring Gin Mare to more consumers and bartenders around the world while keeping the brand’s commitment to producing a unique, high quality, Mediterranean gin,” said Manu Giró, CEO, and Marc Giró, Master Distiller, MG Destilerías.

“Our motto at Vantguard is to create brands that are alive with soul and aim to put a sparkle in our customers’ eyes. It’s been a thrill to watch consumers embrace our brand, and we are excited about the future for Gin Mare with Brown‑Forman’s resources and capabilities behind it,” added Antonio Pardo and Alfonso Morodo, Vantguard Co-CEOs.  

Gin Mare will continue to be produced at MG Destilerías in Vilanova i la Geltrú, a fishing village between the Costa Brava and the Costa Dorada. The transaction, subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to close within 60 business days.

Jack Daniel’s announces Global Relaunch of its Brand

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Unveils platform titled ‘Make It Count’, first global campaign in its 154-year history.

As part of the rebranding exercise and for the first time in its 154-year history, Jack Daniel’s is being relaunched globally with a new brand communication platform titled ‘Make it Count’. The idea behind the new tagline is to inject new energy into the brand.

With the new tagline the brand is looking to showcase a new way of thinking in its 154-year history to celebrate the people who drink it. And the campaign around is being focused on the impact on peoples’ lives when they decide to choose boldly and with purpose every day, much like Mr. Jack did throughout his own life. The new campaign will be brought to life through multiple executions on TV, social, digital, out of home and print platforms in 100+ countries simultaneously. 

The inspiration for the campaign comes from a vintage Jack Daniel’s ad that read “Proudly served in fine establishments and questionable joints.” 

Inspiration Ad for the Tag Line. Image Courtesy: Sinibooks

“With ‘Make it Count’ we have a long-term platform that resonates with consumers, especially in today’s environment, and carries the message of Jack’s bold, independent spirit,” said Matias Bentel, Chief Brands Officer of Jack Daniel’s parent company, Brown-Forman. 

The brand hopes that the ‘Make it Count’ platform in the long-term resonates with the consumers, especially in today’s environment, and carries the message of Jack’s bold, independent spirit. The ‘Make It Count’ campaign will be celebrated and brought to life in India market as well through a multitude of brand activities over the next few months.

“The new creative platform reintroduces Jack Daniel’s to the world in a big, bold way that would create meaning and difference in the hearts and minds of the next generation of consumers,” Vineet Agrawal, Marketing and Commercial Director, India Area, Brown-Forman.