Suntory Global Spirits

Gin, gin – good news incoming... Sipsmith are proud to raise a glass of our finest London Dry in celebration of our B-Corp recertification, reinforcing that our commitment to crafting the world’s finest gin is matched only by our dedication to being a force for good.   We have increased our original certification score from 83.2 in 2021 to 92.4 in 2024. We've been stirring things up across all five areas of the B Corp Business Impact Assessment, proving that when it comes to doing good, we’re as refreshing as a perfectly crafted gin and tonic.   Of course, none of this would have been possible without the tireless efforts of our beloved swans. Each one has positively contributed towards this endeavor, shaking up the status quo with a twist of lime and a dash of determination. It’s all part of our grand ambition to be the best gin in the world for the world—one sip at a time.   If you’re thirsting for more details (and who wouldn’t be?), do peruse our B Corp page or pour yourself a large measure of our 2023 Impact Report. Both are guaranteed to go down smoothly.   Cheers to a brighter, better world, one gin at a time!

Our sustainability strategy – Proof Positive – is our route to a more sustainable, equitable future. Launched in 2021, Proof Positive is helping us to enrich people’s lives while conserving our natural resources. Everyone - including our executive leaders, our managers, and their teams on the ground - is responsible for implementing our strategy and advancing our commitments. Learn more and read our latest Sustainability Report: https://lnkd.in/e-SyK594

Our ambition is to be the World's Most Admired Premium Spirits Company, which includes being admired for our positive impact on the world. Launching today, our 2023 Sustainability Report details our efforts to work in harmony with nature, support consumers to make the right choices, and celebrate diversity. Thank you to our people and partners who have helped create the impact we’ve made so far. We have a bright future ahead of us. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/edX9Bj3p #Sustainability #ESG #SustainabilityReport

We're excited to share that Robbie Millar has been appointed Interim Chief Global Brands Officer, a newly created position that will accelerate global demand for our premium spirits and Ready-To-Drink portfolio. Millar joined the company in June 2022 and has successfully raised Suntory Global Spirits’ presence in Scotland and built out our Prestige capabilities. Congrats, Robbie! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eviWkYzu

“When it comes to the spirits industry, Maker’s Mark is all I’ve ever known. I was fresh out of college when I started to work at Maker’s Mark. I had been focused on getting my master’s degree in infectious disease control and looking for an in-between job. My dad encouraged me to explore the bourbon industry, but I remember telling him at the time, “There’s no science in bourbon.” On my very first day though, I was blown away and quickly realized how wrong I had been.   In my 11 years at Maker’s Mark, I’ve held many responsibilities, including running analytical testing and overseeing taste panels. A pivotal role for me was my work on innovation – testing the stave soaks for the Private Selection barrel program and the very first Wood Finishing Series, which launched in 2019...Now, most people would probably wonder, why do we need an Innovation Lab when all we produce is Maker’s Mark? For us, innovation is two-sided. On one side is where we create different iterations of Maker’s Mark—like 46 and Cellar Aged—and the other side is where we continue to explore where flavor comes from and protect the brand’s original taste vision." -Beth Buckner, Sr. Manager, Innovation & Blending, Maker’s Mark, USA Read the full story in our latest People of Suntory Global Spirits feature: https://lnkd.in/e7EwJDzX

Our Maker's Mark Senior Manager of Innovation and Blending Beth Buckner recently spoke with Forbes about the latest release in the brand's Wood Finishing Series. "For the Heart Release, we wanted to celebrate the Maker’s Mark team that distills our whiskey...What our team members operating the roller mills experience can differ significantly from what our yeast propagation team experiences. From that, we created a taste vision unique to them and their experiences." Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eqH82pPh

We launched Peatland Water Sanctuary™ with an ambitious goal to replenish twice as much peat as we use to make our whiskies on an ongoing, annual basis by 2040. Since launching in 2021, we've made considerable progress against that goal and we’re proud to showcase how we're building more resilient, biodiverse peatlands across Scotland.   It’s a privilege to work with our partners at RSPB Scotland, the Scotch Whisky Association and Northern Peat & Moss to put our sustainability ambitions into action on Scottish wetlands. Watch the video to hear more from our partners on why peatland restoration is so pivotal in protecting and sustaining our natural environment and our most precious resource - water.

Exciting news for Jim Beam in Australia at the 12th annual Australian Drinks Awards last week. Jim Beam Bourbon & Cola clinched the coveted Dark Spirits Ready To Drink (RTD) “Fan Favourite” award – an important recognition of our work to build meaningful connections with consumers.     In addition, one of the brand’s major sponsorships, Rugby League Team the New South Wales (NSW) Blues, celebrated one of their greatest State of Origin victories. The game was the highest rated TV program of 2024 and we're thrilled that Jim Beam was part of this key passion point in the market as we continue to embed the world's #1 bourbon into the cultural fabric of Australia. Congratulations to the Jim Beam AU team! Emma Keenaghan Trent Chapman Liam McShane

Today we are debuting a new, dynamic bourbon and rye blended whiskey, Knob Creek® Bourbon x Rye Kentucky Blended Straight Whiskey. Carefully crafted and bottled at 113 proof, Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye is seasoned by time, highlighting the perfect balance of the rich, sweet notes of bourbon complemented by the robust, spicy undertones of rye, in every sip. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eB_W9mjE

We're proud that our Peatland Water Sanctuary program has been shortlisted for the 2024 Scottish Environment VIBES Business Awards. Across our peatland restoration and watershed conservation projects, we have already restored 206 hectares of peatland, with a further 435 hectares in active planning stages, aligned with our ambitious Proof Positive sustainability strategy. Winners will be announced on November 12 and you can check out the full list of finalists here: https://lnkd.in/gg2-vrFe