Baileys toasts launch of carbon-saving aluminium bottle trial

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New packaging format promises to cut emissions by over 40 per cent compared to glass bottles

Drinks giant Diageo has announced it is launching a new 70cl aluminium spirits bottle for its popular Baileys brand, in a move which could result in a reduction in carbon emissions of 44 per cent compared...

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