USA: Fulton Brewing acquires Bemidji Brewing
Fulton Brewing, the US craft brewer, has announced the acquisition of fellow Minnesota-based producer Bemidji Brewing for an undisclosed sum. Effective from 31st October, the deal builds on a production partnership that began roughly three years ago, allowing Bemidji Brewing to expand production beyond its city centre facility and grow distribution into Duluth and the […]
UK: Brookfield Drinks acquires Crabbie’s brand
Brookfield Drinks, the UK-based drinks supplier, has acquired the Crabbie’s alcoholic ginger beer brand from Halewood Artisanal Spirits, according to trade reports. Crabbie’s, which dates back to Edinburgh in 1801, is reported to be the world’s leading alcoholic ginger beer brand. Manufactured using a six-week ginger-steeping process, the product lineup includes the core alcoholic ginger […]
UK: Nichols acquires VITHIT for €75 million
Nichols, the diversified UK-based soft drinks group, has acquired 100% of the share capital of functional drinks business VITHIT for a total cash consideration of €75.0 million ($82.3 million) on a debt-free, cash-free basis. Founded in Dublin in 2001, VITHIT produces a range of low-calorie, low-sugar functional beverages fortified with vitamins. The company holds market-leading […]
USA: Axum Capital Partners to acquire controlling stake in sports drink Barcode
Axum Capital Partners, the US private equity firm, has agreed to acquire a controlling interest in Barcode, a US performance hydration brand. The transaction, which is expected to close during the third quarter of 2026, is described as representing a significant milestone in the brand’s journey. Produced by Drink Barcode, Barcode Performance Water is marketed […]
Canada: Corby Spirit and Wine sells Lamb’s rum brand for C$39.2 million
Corby Spirit and Wine, the Canadian spirits, wine, and ready-to-drink beverage manufacturer, has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Lamb’s rum brand and associated assets for C$39.2 million ($28.1 million). Under the terms of the deal, Maison des Futailles, a subsidiary of Canadian beverage platform Phildan, has acquired the North American rights to the […]
Canada: Kirin to acquire Jamieson Wellness in C$2.5 billion transaction
Jamieson Wellness, the Canadian manufacturer and marketer of vitamins, minerals and supplements, has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement to be acquired by Japanese food, beverage and pharmaceuticals firm Kirin. Under the terms of the transaction, Kirin will acquire all issued and outstanding common shares of Jamieson Wellness for C$45.75 ($33.56) per share in cash. […]
India: Nykaa acquires stake in D2C skincare brand Aminu
Indian beauty retailer Nykaa, via its parent company FSN E-Commerce Ventures, has approved the purchase of a 51% majority stake in direct-to-consumer skincare brand Aminu for a cash consideration of up to Rs 32 crore ($3.8 million). The transaction, structured on a fully diluted basis, is expected to complete by 15th September, with Nykaa planning […]
USA: Procter & Gamble to acquire supplement maker Thorne
Procter & Gamble (P&G), the US consumer goods giant, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Thorne, a US-based provider of personalized health and wellness solutions, from L Catterton’s Flagship Fund. Founded in 1984, Thorne offers clinical nutritional supplements and technology tools, including its AI-powered wellness advisor Taia. The company operates a manufacturing facility […]
Netherlands: Orkla Snacks to acquire The European Candy Group
Orkla Snacks, the confectionery, biscuits and salty snacks business unit of Orkla, has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares in vegan sugar confectionery producer The European Candy Group, also known as CCI. The transaction values the Dutch private-label confectionery manufacturer at an enterprise value of €207 million ($225 million) on a cash- and debt-free […]
Ireland: Scandi Standard to acquire Glenhaven Foods
Scandi Standard, the Swedish poultry producer, has entered into an agreement to acquire Glenhaven Foods, an Irish producer of frozen value-added poultry products, at an enterprise value of €127 million ($138 million). The acquisition expands Scandi Standard’s presence in the UK and Ireland, building upon the leading position of its Irish business, Manor Farm. Founded […]