Major distiller Pernod Ricard has confirmed that it has stopped exports of all its premium international brands, including several Scotch whiskies, to Russia. The decision, which came into force at the end of April, has been made due to the war in Ukraine.
The French spirits group - which boasts The Glenlivet and Chivas Regal among its Scottish brands, as well as Irish whiskey Jameson and Havana Club rum - also confirmed plans to cease the distribution of its portfolio of local brands to the country.
Last month, Pernod Ricard had said it was suspending exports entirely of its premium Absolut vodka to Russia, having previously reduced sales following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
