Jameson sales rise helps strengthen Ricard profits

PERNOD Ricard’s standout performer during the first nine months of 2004 was Jameson, one of its Irish whiskey brands, according to the latest figures from the French-based drinks giant.

Jameson’s sales were ahead by 11% as the group started into the final quarter, according to sales figures for the period released yesterday.

The group says it is on target to grow operating profits at an organic level by about 8% for the year.