Brown-Forman Corp., Louisville, Ky., announced that it has completed its acquisition of the Diplomático Rum brand and related assets from Destillers United Group S.L. (Spain). The company announced its agreement to purchase the brand in October 2022, giving Brown-Forman an entry into the growing super-premium-plus rum category.

Stella Rosa, a brand of Riboli Family Wines, announced it is breaking into the spirits sector with the inaugural launch of a premium imported flavored brandy portfolio: Stella Rosa Smooth Black, Tropical Passion and Honey Peach Brandy.

Hiro Sake, an award-winning, handcrafted, premium sake from Japan, announced the introduction of HIRO SAKETINI, the brand’s first ready-to-drink (RTD) canned saketini cocktail and the first saketini RTD in the US market, it says.

Lobos 1707 Tequila and Mezcal now are offering the brand’s award-winning Joven and Reposado in 375-ml bottles. Derived from 100% Blue Weber agave plants, harvested and bottled in Jalisco, Mexico, Lobos 1707 originally launched in 2020 with 750-ml bottles. 

M.S. Walker Brands announced refreshed packaging for its ChocoLat Deluxe Chocolate Liqueur line, which
was designed to give a premium look to the existing high-quality spirit that the brand is built around.

Kim Crawford Wines announced the launch of its new Kim Crawford French Rosé.

Owen’s Craft Mixers announced the launch of its new Espresso Martini Mix. This non-alcohol pour-over your favorite spirit (or ice) cocktail mix is made with real ingredients, less sugar and quality you can taste, the company says.