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Co-op removes Russian-made vodka from shelves

Co-op have removed Russian-made vodka from their shelves for the ‘foreseeable future’ in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. A spokesman confirmed that Russian Standard vodka… View Article

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Co-op removes Russian-made vodka from shelves

Co-op have removed Russian-made vodka from their shelves for the ‘foreseeable future’ in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

A spokesman confirmed that Russian Standard vodka has been taken off sale “with immediate effect” as the brand is “overtly marketed as being Russian”.

He said: “In response to the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces and as a sign of solidarity with the people of Ukraine, we have taken the decision to remove from sale Russian-made vodka”, the PA news agency reported.

“Russian Standard has been taken off sale with immediate effect because it is overtly marketed as being
Russian and produced there. It will not be stocked for the foreseeable future.”

“Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine, and those in Russia who oppose this invasion.”

One of the best-selling vodkas in the country, Russian Standard is distilled in St Petersburg and was brought to the UK market in 1998. The drink had been on sale at the Co-op for £14 for a 70cl bottle, but has already been removed from the retailer’s website and will no longer appear on its shelves.

 

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