José Roberto Martins, M.Sc’s Post

United Penza Distilleries, which produced vodka and Nemiroff tinctures, plans to start production of Demiroff spirits, follows from the data of Rosaccreditation. The company received declarations of conformity for Demiroff De Luxe bitter tincture "Honey with pepper on lime honey" and Demiroff De Luxe special vodka. Earlier, the owner of the Nemiroff brand (with its main production in Nemirov, Vinnytsia region of Ukraine), announced the revocation of the license for the production of beverages in Russia after the beginning of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. The Demiroff brand for alcoholic beverages was registered at the end of 2023. Renaming may not get rid of claims from Nemiroff and threatens to reduce sales, experts warn. Patent attorney, managing partner of Zuykov and partners Sergey Zuykov believes that changing the first letter is unlikely to solve the problem, and the owner of the Nemiroff brand can continue the proceedings. As judicial practice has shown, Russia continues to protect the intellectual property rights of foreign companies, regardless of the country of origin. In addition, renaming to Demiroff may also be a consequence of an agreement between the parties. As Mr. Zuykov points out, in this case, a settlement agreement must be concluded, which is approved by the court. Well-known alcoholic brands with Ukrainian roots have already been renamed in Russia: for example, in 2022, the plants "Rodnik and K" and "Russian North", which produced vodka "Khortytsia" and "Morosha", launched the brands "Horta" and "Lesnaya Morosha". #ip #russia #trademark #vodka https://lnkd.in/d3yBka-6

7 of the most expensive Scotch whiskies ever sold - including The Macallan and Ardbeg While there are plenty of bargain whiskies to be enjoyed, some people are in the enviable position to spend a lot on a bottle or bottles of expensive whiskies - usually very old and rare liquid. Most of these sales broke records at the time, and showcase how the industry is on the up, with more and more investment happening in recent years. Here's our guide to whisky as an investment. From an eye-watering amount spent on a cask to a large sum for a small bottle (and a giant one for that matter), here are some of the most expensive Scotch whiskies sold (so far). #investment #opportunity #whiskycollection #whiskylover #whiskybarrel #whiskycask #invest #investor #Investing #investors #assets #asset #assetmanagement #assetprotection #whisky #whiskylife #scotland  #scottish #scottishbusiness https://lnkd.in/gSagdyVK

Trade marks - case of first Scottish 'tequila' maker is example of a geographical indication (GI) prohibition at work. A GI is an intellectual property right that protects a name of a product that has a specific geographical origin and owes its qualities and/or reputation to its particular origin. TEQUILA was established in 1974 by means of a Declaration for the Protection of the Appellation of Origin. The Mexican State is the owner and holder of every right concerning the appellation of origin. For more information see: https://lnkd.in/emvadV_W #trademarks #geographicalindication #brands #branding #drinks #tequila #scotland #intellectualproperty #strathipcctut3

I have a blog post on this case coming out next week. *Edit: Please check out my article on the Chilivis Grubman blog: https://lnkd.in/g7avGubY #trademarklaw #trademarks

7 of the most expensive Scotch whiskies ever sold - including The Macallan and Ardbeg While there are plenty of bargain whiskies to be enjoyed, some people are in the enviable position to spend a lot on a bottle or bottles of expensive whiskies - usually very old and rare liquid. Most of these sales broke records at the time, and showcase how the industry is on the up, with more and more investment happening in recent years. Here's our guide to whisky as an investment. From an eye-watering amount spent on a cask to a large sum for a small bottle (and a giant one for that matter), here are some of the most expensive Scotch whiskies sold (so far). #investment #opportunity #whiskycollection #whiskylover #whiskybarrel #whiskycask #invest #investor #Investing #investors #assets #asset #assetmanagement #assetprotection #whisky #whiskylife #scotland  #scottish #scottishbusiness https://lnkd.in/gSagdyVK

"Responsible Drinking & Responsible Reporting" In today's print media, a case of liquor brands trademark infringement takes an unusual turn. Yesterday, a bench of Hon'ble Supreme Court, headed by the Chief Justice of India, stayed a decision by the Hon'ble MP High Court regarding trademark violation in a Liquor company's brands allegedly copied by another domestic manufacturer. While I initially considered it standard news, but the widespread coverage in both English and Hindi newspapers surprised me, particularly the sensational reporting about "Showing Liquor bottles in the Hon'ble court." I fail to see any distinction between FMCG brands and Liquor brands when presented as evidence of trademark infringement before the Hon'ble court. Evidence is evidence; why sensationalize the news? I believe the company's legal counsel made the right move by presenting physical evidence to the Hon'ble Supreme Court, a step possibly not taken before the Hon'ble MP High Court, leading to the court's decision in favor of the domestic manufacturer. This situation reflects our society's mindset regarding liquor consumption. Treating liquor as a social taboo can only change through positive consumer education. As a responsible society, we should differentiate between the adverse effects of liquor consumption and moderate, responsible drinking. #liquor #liquorindustry #trademark #alcoholicbeverages #alcoholindustry #trademarklaw #trademarkinfringement

Prohibition in the United States of America 1920-1933 Prohibition was certainly one of the most decisive moments in whisk(e)y history. Hard to imagine today. With the Time Machine function of the "Whisky Map App", the effects on the distillery landscape can be shown very well. A good example is Kentucky, where over 100 whiskey distilleries were closed at the same time in 1920 with the start of Prohibition.  Prohibition ended in 1933 and slowly began to recover. Today, Kentucky once again has 84 whiskey distilleries and 20 more are currently being planned or built. #alba-collection.com #https://lnkd.in/dzBS8UuY

Packaging vs. Content: The Dilemma of Luxury Products 🎁🤔 In the world of luxury, whether it's spirits, fashion, or any other realm, an eternal question persists: What truly defines luxury? And how does packaging compare to the essence within? It's a fascinating contradiction. The allure of luxury often relies on both tangible and intangible elements: how a product presents itself, how it looks, and, most importantly, how it makes us feel. While substance is undeniably essential, it's the outer shell that often initially captivates us. Luxury packaging is an art form in itself. Meticulous craftsmanship, the selection of materials, presentation—all these elements create an experience that transcends the product. Yet, as we delve deeper into the world of luxury, we're compelled to ponder: How much weight should be given to packaging compared to intrinsic quality? The luxury market, with its discerning clientele, prompts us to reflect on this delicate balance. Should the allure of luxury be defined solely by the aesthetics of packaging, or should the core content be the ultimate determinant of value? As we navigate this captivating terrain, it's worth considering how the concept of luxury extends beyond the spirits sector to encompass various industries. The fundamental question remains the same: Is it the outer casing or the inner essence that truly defines luxury? #LuxuryMarket #PackagingVsContent #Reflections #LuxuryDefinition

The Macallan spearheaded the effort to change public perception of single malt scotch as a luxury asset in more ways than one. To discuss them all would take a very long time...so why not start with every Macallan 50 Year Old ever bottled? Each bottling had its own purpose, story, quirks, and astonishing price tag. So let's examine all Macallan 50 Year Old scotch in this ultimate guide. https://lnkd.in/eH7kep8Q

The time for greater transparency and authenticity within the Japanese whisky category has arrived, as official standards published in 2021 are in full effect. Many brands adopted popular loophole tactics to bolster their authenticity or credibility in an otherwise loosely regulated category; not anymore: https://lnkd.in/gS3Z2Gn3 #japanesewhisky #timeisup #accountability #globalmarket