Timeline of Key Events
Consistently building US leadership position through transformational acquisitions
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1980: Pernod Ricard enters US market through its acquisition of Austin Nichols/Wild Turkey.
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1988: Pernod Ricard acquires Irish Distillers (Jameson).
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1989: Pernod Ricard acquires Orlando Wyndham (Jacob’s Creek).
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2001: Austin Nichols becomes Pernod Ricard USA following Pernod Ricard SA’s acquisition of 39.1% of the Seagram distilled Spirits and Wine business. Key brands acquired include: Chivas Regal, Seagram’s Gin, The Glenlivet, Martell.
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2005: Pernod Ricard acquires Allied Domecq. Key brands acquired include: Malibu Rum, Kahlúa, Perrier-Jouët, Beefeater.
- 2008: Pernod Ricard acquires Vin & Sprit, including the iconic ABSOLUT Vodka