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Sean "Diddy" Combs and the makers of Ciroc Ultra Premium vodka announced the newest addition to its flavor portfolio — Ciroc Pineapple infused vodka. The new vodka offers a rich pineapple flavor with a touch of vanilla and a tropical finish, according to Diageo, the brand’s Norwalk, Conn.-based parent company.

Premium spirits business and independent Scottish family distillers William Grant & Sons Holdings Ltd., New York, acquired the Drambuie Liqueur Co. Ltd., the Glasgow, Scotland-based owner of the Drambuie whisky liqueur brand.

Palm Bay International released its Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend, which features a variety of grapes from Chile.

This upcoming holiday season, Heaven Hill Distilleries Inc. will introduce Hpnotiq Sparkle liqueur, which blends natural, exotic fruit juices with white wine, vodka and a touch of Cognac.

Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines, a part of Diageo, introduced a line of Woodwork wines that showcase the influence of oak on each varietal.

Imperial Brands Inc., a subsidiary of Belvédère S.A., partnered with the Irish Dairy Board to launch Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur.

Bacardi U.S.A. Inc., Coral Gables, Fla., will launch Grey Goose VX (Vodka Exceptionnelle) in the U.S. market this fall.

Winery Exchange released its 2012 Field Notes Chardonnay for a limited time.

San Pedro introduced its 2013 Epica Malbec wine to the U.S. market.

The Patrón Spirits Co. released a line of higher-proof Roca Patrón tequilas produced using the rare tahona process, which uses a 2-ton stone wheel hand-carved from volcanic rock (roca) to slowly crush the cooked agave to break the bonds of fiber and release the agave juice, the company explains.