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Molson Coors buys Kentucky whiskey-maker as part of expansion into spirits

Chicago- based Molson Coors announced its first spirits acquisition, Kentucky- based bourbon and rye whiskey-maker Blue Run Spirits, which will more than double the beer giant's spirits team.

Chicago-based Molson Coors announced its first spirits acquisition Tuesday, of Kentucky-based bourbon and rye whiskey-maker Blue Run Spirits, as it continues efforts to expand its product offerings beyond beer.

The Blue Run acquisition will more than double the beer giant’s spirits team, it said in a news release.

Blue Run co-founder

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