Caledonia Spirits, the Vermont-based distiller of Barr Hill Gin, Tom Cat Gin, and Barr Hill Vodka, open the doors to its new distillery in Montpelier recently. The 27,000-square-foot, sustainably-designed facility will help Caledonia Spirits meet demand of its Barr Hill spirits with a 10x increase in capacity, as well … Read the rest
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Penelope Releases 116.6 Proof Limited Edition
Award-winning straight bourbon whiskey brand Penelope Bourbon announced the launch of its new limited-edition Barrel Strength bourbon. The limited-run release is 116.6-poof and features Penelope’s signature four-grain balanced flavor profile uncut, straight from the barrel and aged two to three years. Penelope’s Barrel Strength is available now at select liquor … Read the rest
Paul John Whisky Names 375 Park Avenue New US Importer
Jason Schladenhauffen, President and CEO of 375 Park Avenue Spirits, announced the appointment of the company as the exclusive U.S. importer for Paul John Indian Single Malt Whisky effective this month.
“We’re ecstatic to be welcoming the Paul John portfolio range to the 375 Park Avenue Spirits family and in … Read the rest
Saint Louis Brewery Appoints First Female CEO
The Saint Louis Brewery, maker of Schlafly Beer, appointed Fran Caradonna chief executive officer for the iconic craft brewery in St. Louis. Caradonna, a 25-year craft beer veteran, joined the Schlafly team earlier this year as both chief financial officer and chief administrative officer. Emily Parker-Lampe, former head of … Read the rest
Azuñia’s 4 Tales Of The Cocktail Events You Can’t Miss
Tales of the Cocktail is upon us, and here at Bonfort’s we’re super excited. Among the many events going on during July 16th – 21st, 2019 we’re thrilled that Azuñia Tequila will be hosting four of them.
Bonfort’s is a big fan of this brand for its organic, handmade, authentic, … Read the rest
My Favorite Neighbor Releases New WIne, Harvey & Harriet
My Favorite Neighbor Vineyards of Booker Winery has released a new wine, Harvey & Harriet. Officially released earlier this month, the 2017 vintage Cabernet Sauvignon blend is the latest addition to the range of premium wines in the leading Paso Robles producer’s portfolio, headed up by owner and winemaker … Read the rest
375 Park Avenue Spirits Is U.S. Importer For Polish Wyborowa Vodka
375 Park Avenue Spirits has come to an agreement with Pernod Ricard to act as the exclusive U.S. importer for Wyborowa Vodka from Poland effective immediately.
… Read the rest“We’re extremely excited to be welcoming Wyborowa to the 375 Park Avenue Spirits family and in doing so adding another iconic global brand to
Green Flash And Jameson Create Celtic Sun IPA
Green Flash Brewing Company, in partnership with Jameson Irish Whiskey, released Celtic Sun IPA, a refreshing beer crafted to perfectly pair with Jameson Caskmates IPA edition.
Celtic Sun IPA is the first Jameson collaboration with a U.S. craft brewer to create a non-barrel aged beer to be sipped alongside Jameson … Read the rest
One Way To Spice Up Profits On National Tequila Day
The Tequila Team at JW Marriott, San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in Texas came up with with this sweet and spicy Margarita to keep customers interested this National Tequila Day.
The strawberry-jalapeño tequila is infused in house and the recipe is kept simple to help the tequila shine.… Read the rest
Anne Moller-Racke Shifts Focus To Blue Farm
After 18 years, Anne Moller-Racke has decided to step away from the Donum Estate, as President and Winegrower, to devote her full time and energy into building Blue Farm Wines. Started in 2001, with the planting of seven-acres of Pinot Noir behind her historic Victorian farmhouse in Sonoma, Blue … Read the rest
Mutiny in the Vodka Category
Mutiny Island Vodka, the world’s first and only vodka distilled from breadfruit and the brainchild of award-winning Chef Todd Manley, has launched as the inaugural spirit distilled and bottled at the newly-opened Sion Farm Distillery on the Caribbean island of St. Croix. The first vodka produced on St. Croix is … Read the rest
Riegele Named German Brewery of the Year
Riegele Brewery has been named Germany Brewery of the Year for the third year running, an unprecedented accomplishment. Considered the highest honor of the German brewing industry, the Golden Federal Honorary Award was presented to Riegele by the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture.
Riegele also received the Bundesehrenpreis, … Read the rest
Ménage à Trois Goes Bourbon Barrel For Cab Sauvignon
Ménage à Trois — the wine brand widely credited with creating the popular $10 California Red Blend category — breaks the confines of Cabernet with limited release Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon ($15 SRP). A recipe for success, Ménage à Trois Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon is shaking up the rapidly growing … Read the rest
Fernet Branca Gets New CEO
Fratelli Branca announced the appointment of spirits industry executive, Steve Brecher to Chief Executive Officer of new venture Branca USA. The appointment comes on the heels of the Milan-based company’s announcement to create their own import company in the U.S. in early 2019.
Brecher most recently was President of Infinium … Read the rest
Verve Focuses on California Consumers
Weekend Unlimited Inc. has acquired Verve Beverage Company (VBC).
“With the addition of Verve we now have a platform for Weekend to expand both its distribution and product offerings, THC by state where legal and CBD across the country. This distribution network will allow us to grow and manage indirect … Read the rest