The company behind Irn-Bru - dubbed Scotland's other national drink - today confirmed talks over a possible £1.4 billion merger with Tango maker Britvic.
AG Barr, which dates back to 1875 and also makes Tizer and Rubicon, said the discussions were at an early stage after it approached its Essex-based rival Britvic about a potential tie-up.
The pair said a merger deal would create one of the leading soft drinks companies in Europe, with other brands including the Britvic products Robinsons, J2O and Fruit Shoot.
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