Sales at Pernod-Ricard up 10% in last quarter

PERNOD-RICARD, the owners of Jameson Irish Whiskey and Chivas Regal Scotch, said organic growth of its range of spirits and wines rose 10% in the last quarter.

Sales were boosted by the performance of its top 14 brands, including Jameson, which achieved an impressive growth of 27%.

The group said first-quarter sales growth beat estimates, driven by sales in its top 14 brands and demand in emerging markets.