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Bottlegreen teams with Edwards 1902 to launch Vodka Spritz

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Bottlegreen, the soft drink brand owned by SHS Drinks, has collaborated with English distiller Edwards 1902 to launch a range of Bottlegreen Vodka Spritz in cans. The 250ml cans will be available in three 5% ABV flavours – Elderflower; Raspberry; and Lime & Mint (RRP…

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