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The long-waited Diageo Special Releases 2024 are here. Credit: Diageo Drinks giant, Diageo , has unveiled its much anticipated Special Releases for 2024. The collection, named ‘Spirited Xchange Second Edition’ Special Releases, showcases the range of single malt scotches under the company’s portfolio.
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