UNAUDITED GROUP RESULTS
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2017 AND CASH DIVIDEND DECLARATION
AMARULA
Amarula represents the best of Africa in every bottle and, just like our marula fruit, we were handpicked for multiple awards in 2017. Celebrated for our firm commitment to quality, with 18 international spirit awards over the last three decades, Amarula was recently awarded a global Liqueur Masters award. Amarula is recognised for the work done in conserving and protecting Africa’s elephants through initiatives like The Amarula Trust.
SAVANNA
Savanna continues to enjoy global growth and, in the last six months, recorded double-digit volume and revenue growth. Savanna is now available in more than 60 countries and is well known for its unique, unapologetic brand tone. In recent years, the brand has had two successful additions, being Savanna Loco, a tequila-flavoured variant; and Savanna Blackbeard, a rum-flavoured variant.
VICEROY
Viceroy is matured to a higher taste than other brandies, making it one of the world’s great tastes in brandy. The brand has been a part of South African culture for many decades. The launch of Viceroy Makoya spurred the growth of the Viceroy brand into record volumes and contributed immensely to the resurgence of the brandy category.
ALTO
Alto wines are crafted by celebrated winemaker, Bertho van der Westhuizen, whose devotion to his craft is ever present. With many gold medals in open competitions with the best wines in the world, the Alto wine collection continues to charm even the most discerning connoisseurs. The 2015 vintage had a particularly impressive year, collecting numerous awards that include double gold at Veritas for Rouge and Shiraz, and gold for Rouge at Michelangelo.
BERNINI
Bernini is a naturally sweet, sparkling, grape, ready-to-drink beverage, inspired by the Italian attitude to life – they live life “frizzante” or “with sparkle”. The brand recorded double-digit growth in volume during the period under review, cementing its credentials as being perfect for the spontaneous, the ones who celebrate life, and the ones who are ready to sparkle at a moment’s notice.
HUNTER’S
Celebrating 30 years this year, Hunter’s continues to maintain its dominant position on the African continent as the number-one cider in Africa and second in global rankings. In keeping with its leadership position, Hunter’s partnered with one of the biggest international acts, Black Coffee, to celebrate the success of this ever-growing cider brand.