Author: Kyle Swartz
Wine Tasting: A Journey Through South Africa’s Diversity and History With Simonsig
The international wines we drink typically reflect the cuisine of our area. With so many French, Italian and Spanish restaurants in America, it’s no wonder these …
Olmeca Altos Añejo Tequila
This spring, Olmeca Altos will launch its Añejo tequila, thereby completing the power of three for the Altos Tequila family. Añejo is aged for eighteen months in …
King of Scots Blended Scotch Whisky
King of Scots Blended Scotch Whisky is a premium blended scotch whisky from Douglas Laing’s. The nose opens with toffee and spices, the company says, developing to …
Rebel Yell Ginger, Root Beer Whiskeys
Rebel Yell Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has added two new flavors to its current family lineup. Rebel Yell Ginger Whiskey and Rebel Yell Root Beer Whiskey, both …
The 12 Most Interesting Products at WSWA 2016
From hemp-infused vodka to whiskey finished with Honey Locust, there were ample interesting products at the 2016 Wines & Spirits Wholesalers of America Conference (WSWA). The annual conference …
Marriott Hotels Launches Bourbon Battles Cocktail Competition Series
Marriott Hotels, the flagship brand of Marriott International, has kicked off its Bourbon Battles competition. This is a five-city tour in the search for a bourbon cocktail champion. Hosted …
The 2016 Spirits Growth Brands Awards: Top-Sellers and Market Trends
This year’s wine and spirit Growth Brands Awards winners sold nearly 130 million 9-liter cases in 2015, averaging almost 1 million cases per winner. The Beverage Information …
Interview: Chopin Vodka Founder Tad Dorda Is Passionate About Potatoes
I recently spoke with Chopin Vodka founder Tad Dorda to discuss the changing vodka market and the brand’s newest product introductions. Chopin is a small-batch producer …
Delivery.com Increases Alcohol Presence With BrewDrop Purchase
A new player is growing within the digital alcohol world. Delivery.com, a platform for online ordering and on-demand delivery in general, announced this week that it has acquired BrewDrop, …
Pisco Portón Acholado
Pisco Portón, LLC announces the addition of Pisco Portón Acholado to the company’s portfolio. The company is expanding its portfolio to offer additional expressions designed to …