Jameson first-half sales jump 20% to lift Pernod Ricard spirits

Sales of Jameson Irish Whiskey increased by 20% in value and by 16% volume-wise in the six months to the end of December, significantly boosting parent group Pernod Ricard in the first half of its current financial year.

One of the French drinks giant’s 14 core brands, Jameson saw either double or triple-digit percentage growth in 65 markets during the period.

This helped Pernod Ricard notch up 4% growth in organic sales and 2% sales growth on a reported basis in the six months. It owns Absolut vodka, Malibu rum, Beefeater gin and Martell cognac.