Diageo - Parent company of Casamigo, Don Julio are being sued

Diageo, the parent company of tequila brands Casamigos and Don Julio, facing a class-action lawsuit. Here's a breakdown:
 
The Allegations:
  • Falsely labeled: The lawsuit claims that Diageo falsely labels its Casamigos and Don Julio tequilas as "100% agave" when they allegedly contain significant amounts of other alcohols, like cane spirits.
  • Misleading consumers: Plaintiffs argue that they paid premium prices for these tequilas believing they were made solely from Blue Weber agave, as required for 100% agave tequila.
  • Seeking damages: The suit is seeking $5 million in damages for consumers who purchased these tequilas. 

 

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