Diageo wins court dispute against Vodkat maker

The UK arm of Smirnoff producer Diageo today said it had settled a two-year dispute with a rival firm over the name of a "confusing" vodka-based drink.

Diageo, which also produces Guinness stout, won a British High Court case against Intercontinental Brands (ICB) earlier this year over Vodkat, a blend of fermented alcohol and vodka.