Core Insights - American liquor exports experienced a 9% decline in the second quarter due to trade tensions affecting major markets [1] - The most significant drop was observed in Canada, where exports plummeted by 85%, despite the lifting of retaliatory tariffs [2] - Shipments to the UK and Japan also saw declines of over 23% each, while sales to the EU dropped by 12% [2][3] - These regions collectively account for 70% of the US liquor export market [3] - The whiskey sector is particularly impacted, with distillers facing record high inventories that have tripled since 2012, while domestic sales are stagnating [4] - The industry is calling for adjustments to trade policies to eliminate trade barriers, emphasizing the need for a zero-for-zero tariff environment [3] Industry Performance - The performance of the sector will be further evaluated with the upcoming earnings report from Constellation Brands [5]

Some of the award winning whiskies in the SMWS range of single maltsPhoto, courtesy Scotch Malt Whisky SocietyThree single malts earned Grand Gold, and Tri Carragh’s “Dalrymple”—a cask-strength, first-fill Oloroso Lowlander—won the Revelation Scotch Whisky trophy as Best in Class at the 2025 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB). Eleven additional Scotch whiskies took Gold. Below, you’ll find highlights, producer context, and personal tasting notes explaining why these bottles were judged the best in the worl ...

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Core Insights - UFC and Hpnotiq have entered a multiyear marketing partnership to enhance brand visibility at UFC events [1][2] - Hpnotiq will be an Official Partner of UFC, activating its brand at all Fight Nights in the United States [2][4] - The partnership aims to create engaging experiences for fans, leveraging UFC's extensive reach and promotional assets [3][5] Brand Activation and Visibility - Hpnotiq will receive prominent brand placement inside the Octagon at UFC Fight Nights, reaching over 700 million fans in 170 countries and approximately 950 million households [4] - The collaboration will include original content distributed via UFC's digital and social channels, targeting over 300 million users worldwide [5] Event Launch - The partnership will debut at UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo on May 3, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa, featuring key bantamweight and middleweight bouts [6] Company Background - UFC is a leading mixed martial arts organization with a global fan base and extensive media reach, producing over 40 live events annually [7] - Hpnotiq is a popular liqueur known for its unique blend of fruit juices, vodka, and cognac, and is marketed by Heaven Hill Brands [8]