V&S Group
V&S Group is a
Swedish-government-owned producer and distributor of
alcoholic beverages. Until
1994 it had the position of a national
monopoly for distribution and production, but this was abolished when Sweden joined the
European Union in
1995. The Swedish alcohol retailing monopoly, operated by
Systembolaget, is however still in force. The name V&S comes from the earlier name
Vin & Sprit, literally "Wine & Sprits".
Absolut Vodka is probably the most successful brand launched by the group to date.
See also: List of Swedish government enterprises
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