Category: In the News
Constellation Brands Divests Svedka to Sazerac
by: Kyle Swartz
Constellation Brands announced today an agreement to divest its Svedka vodka brand to Sazerac. This transaction, subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of regulatory approvals, …
Stoli Group USA, Kentucky Owl File for Bankruptcy
by: Kyle Swartz
Recent consumer trends and global events have been unkind to the Stoli Group USA and its Kentucky Owl brand, which both filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy …
Alcohol Organizations Speak Out Against Proposed Tariffs
by: The Staff
After President-elect Donald Trump proposed 25% imports tariffs on U.S. trading partners Mexico and Canada, several organizations in the beverage alcohol industry have expressed concerns. “We …
Behind the Beverage: The Namesake at Coltivare in Houston
by: Melissa Dowling
A new cocktail at Houston, TX restaurant Coltivare is called the Namesake. It’s made with Haiti’s premium ancestral rum spirit, Saint Benevolence Rum Clairin, and freshly grown ingredients from …
Maguey Imports Acquires Bozal Mezcal and Pasote Tequila
by: Melissa Dowling
The U.S. distribution arm of Maguey Spirits, Maguey Imports, announced on Nov. 20 it has acquired Bozal Mezcal and Pasote Tequila from 3 Badge Beverage Corp. …
Costa Cruises Celebrates All Things Beer
by: Melissa Dowling
Italian cruise line Costa Cruises this fall announced unique new ways guests can enjoy beer on board with a diverse and international selection in its restaurants, bars and lounges. …
How Beverage Alcohol Producers Practice Sustainability in 2024
by: Krystina Skibo
Beverage alcohol has a sizeable carbon footprint. The global alcoholic beverage industry produces about 1.5 gigatons of greenhouse gas emissions annually, which is comparable to the …
Drink Experiences: Madrina’s Holiday Espresso Martini Flight
by: Melissa Dowling
St. Louis-based Italian-American concept Madrina has launched a holiday-inspired Espresso Martini flight. Priced at $25, the flight includes three varieties: Peppermint (peppermint liquor, vodka), Eggnog (dark rum, amaro), …
Sabrina Carpenter x Absolut and Kahlúa Espresso Martini
by: The Staff
Absolut and Kahlúa have joined forces with Sabrina Carpenter to create a limited edition kit. As the official spirits sponsor of her Short n’ Sweet Tour in North America, the brands introduced the Absolut & Kahlúa Short n’ Sweet Espresso Martini, which is now available in a cocktail kit to enjoy at home.
Inspiro Tequila Launches Special Reserve Añejo
by: Kyle Swartz
Inspiro Tequila, a brand created to bring a new female perspective to the growing tequila category, has debuted Inspiro Tequila Special Reserve Añejo. This limited-edition añejo …
