The transaction includes the Wild Turkey brands, along with American Honey liqueur, distillery facilities in Kentucky and related assets, together with aged bulk bourbon inventory.
Combining the capabilities and expertise of both companies, the new firm will develop the overall business strategy for Diageo premium brands to be sold by Kirin in Japan.
Maintaining its place amongst the global leaders requires Unilever's widely diverse line of products are delivered to retailers at the right time and in the right quantity.