In a statement, it highlighted a 450 per cent growth in the combined US and EU spirits sector under a tariff-free regime between 1997 and 2018.

There are over 2,300 operational reverse vending machines now accessible across the country

The Guinness and Gordon’s gin maker saw shares dip in early trading on Tuesday after it revealed some shoppers are shifting towards cheaper drinks.

The pornstar martini, comprising passion fruit and vodka, has emerged as the favourite cocktail both north and south of the border.