Laphroaig® Scotch Whisky Portfolio and Baker’s® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Nab Top Honors at 2009 International Wine & Spirits Competition

Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], the leading American spirits company, is pleased to announce the receipt of four gold medals and the “Best in Class” distinction at the 2009 International Wine & Spirits Competition. Laphroaig® 10 Year Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky, Laphroaig® 10 Year Cask Strength Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky, Laphroaig® 25 Year Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky and Baker’s® Kentucky Straight Bourbon all received top honors.

“We are proud to accept the accolades given to our brands by the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition,” said Rory Finlay, senior vice president and global chief marketing officer, Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc.