Author: Kyle Swartz
Half-Seas Sparkling Cocktails
The makers of Scrappy’s Bitters have introduced Half-Seas Sparkling Cocktails, ready-to-drink canned cocktails. The three initial entrees — The Bramble, Daiquiri and Paloma — are all made with real …
Why Sailor Jerry is Bullish on Rum’s Future
Named after Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins, Sailor Jerry spiced rum recently announced that it has surpassed 1 million annual case sales, an increase of 3.8%. In …
This Italian Craft Beer Believes it Fills a Niche in America
What is an Italian craft beer doing in America? Like most brands new to market, it’s looking for a small niche. “We’re trying to get into …
Why Spiked Seltzer and Hard Soda are Booming
Alcohol-infused flavored seltzer water wasn’t even a thing before the 2013 launch of the SpikedSeltzer brand. So the category’s trajectory in the past year has been …
Smirnoff Launches Ad Campaign with Ted Danson
Smirnoff vodka has announced a new partnership with American actor, author and environmentalist Ted Danson, as an extension of the Smirnoff No. 21 vodka campaign “Only the …
Conn Creek Names New Head Winemaker
After 35 years of winemaking at Conn Creek and sister winery Villa Mt. Eden, winemaker Mike McGrath (above, right) has announced his retirement in August. Conn Creek, which …
Don Q Piña
Destilería Serrallés Inc., the producers of Don Q, has announced the release of Don Q Piña, the brand’s fifth flavored expression. This new spirit is crafted with …
Odessa Brandy, LEAF and Khortytsa Vodkas Gain NH Distribution
Global Spirits USA has signed Baystate Wine & Spirits as its distributor of record to distribute LEAF Organic and Khortytsa vodkas, plus Odessa V.S.O.P. Brandy, in …
Gloria Ferrer Anniversary Cuvée 2010
Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards has announced the release of Anniversary Cuvéé, a vintage sparkling wine. Made from Sonoma County Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, the Gloria Ferrer …
M.S. Walker Adds Director of On-Premise National Accounts
M.S. Walker has recently appointed Tom Conte as the company’s first Director of On-Premise National Accounts. He will be spearheading sales efforts with national bar and …