The martini has returned to favour with consumers, which is good news for the serve's classic bases of gin and vodka. But is the on-premise the only avenue of growth for white spirits?
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For brand owners, reducing glass weight seems an obvious method of cutting CO2 emissions. But there’s much more to it than just making thinner bottles.
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The martini has returned to favour with consumers, which is good news for the serve's classic bases of gin and vodka. But is the on-premise the only avenue of growth for white spirits?
For brand owners, reducing glass weight seems an obvious method of cutting CO2 emissions. But there’s much more to it than just making thinner bottles.
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