Author: Kyle Swartz
Abita Big Easy IPA, Bayou Bootlegger Root Beer
Abita Brewing has unveiled two new flavors: Big Easy, a low-ABV IPA, and Bayou Bootlegger, a hard root beer. Big Easy IPA is 4.5% ABV and 40 …
Rapper Drake Unveils First Look at Whiskey Brand
Drake took another step recently towards joining the ranks of musicians who become alcohol entrepreneurs. Last month the rapper unexpectedly announced on Instagram that he would launch his …
Bacardi Appoints Exclusive Distributor for Mass, RI
Bacardi U.S.A. has renewed a multi-year distribution agreement with Horizon Beverage for Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Effective April 1, the exclusive agreement includes the sales and …
The Largest Spirits Category in the World Comes to America
Quiz: What is the most valuable alcoholic drink brand in the world? And what is the largest spirits category? The global component of those questions should be …
Wine Spotlight: How Armand de Brignac Handcrafts Luxury Champagne
You may know Armand de Brignac champagne from its high profile in luxury culture. Poured in the music videos of Jay-Z and other hip-hop royalty, and …
Gruppo Campari Acquires Grand Marnier
The Italian spirits company Campari has agreed to buy family-owned French company that makes Grand Marnier cognac, as well as wine and Armagnac. The acquisition price is reportedly $760 million. …
Magic Hat Low Key Session IPA
Magic Hat Brewing Company recently released Low Key – a new session IPA with a tropical hoppiness This session IPA is light in body but potent in hops, with 4.5% …
Pasote Tequilas
3 Badge Beverage Corporation has introduced Pasote, a line of Mexican tequilas made from pure blue agave. The new Pasote tequilas will be sold in select markets …
Interview: Getting Your Staff Trained and Certified With the Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Customers have never been more knowledgeable — or more curious — about wine and spirits. A well-versed staff is a must. Enter the Wine & Spirit Education …
These Imported Craft Vodkas Are Hot in America
The majority of vodka category growth in 2014 was in the imported segment and smaller, boutique brands. These brands are providing retailers and consumers alike the opportunity …