DB Breweries launch RTD beverage

28/03/06 DB Breweries has launched its first ready-to-drink beverage (RTD) into the market. While DB says that the focus of its business will continue to be beer, it is looking at opportunities to expand its business as well.

Barrel 51, a 5.3% alcohol by volume bourbon and dry cola mix, marks the first in a number of product innovations DB plans to bring to the market this year.

DB Breweries managing director Brian Blake says that for DB to continue to grow it needs to respond to consumer needs with a wider range of products.

Barrel 51 is unique because it is less sweet, which enhances taste and makes for a richer bourbon flavour due to dry cola and aged Kentucky bourbon. DB’s future innovations will stretch across the beverage market and include new beer styles and packaging systems. It will maintain a very strong focus on bringing products to market that complement its existing beer business.

DB has recorded three strong years of profit. Impressive performances from key brands Heineken, Monteith’s and Tui ensure that DB will continue to invest in its beer brands.

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