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Pernod Ricard acquires Austin, Nichols (founded in 1855).
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Brand Owner of Wild Turkey Bourbon, Austin Nichols is also the importer of international wines and spirits
1985Joint Venture with Heublein for the distribution of Wild Turkey.Austin Nichols retains marketing control only.
1987Pernod Ricard sets up an Import Company, reformed with a limited range of brands.Orangina (Soft Drink) comes to Austin, Nichols.
1988Acquisition of Yoo-Hoo and integration into Austin Nichols.
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Canei, Pernod, Aberlour and other Pernod Ricard Group brands join Austin Nichols.
September 1995Jameson (Pernod Ricard brand) formerly distributed by Seagram's returns to Austin Nichols.
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Wild Turkey distribution returns to Austin Nichols.
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Bushmills (Pernod Ricard brand) formerly distributed by Brown Forman returns to Austin Nichols.
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Austin Nichols becomes Pernod Ricard USA following Pernod Ricard's successful bid for 39.1% of the Seagram distilled Spirits and Wine business.