Category: In the News
Podcast: Talking Legal Topics with NABCA Leadership
by: Melissa Dowling
In this episode, we discuss current legal topics in the alcohol industry, which will be explored further during the annual Legal Symposium (March 13-15) of the National Alcohol …
The Wine and Spirits Guild Celebrates 75 Years
by: Kyle Swartz
Why “guild”? Seventy-five years ago, why did the founders of the Wine and Spirits Guild of America choose this term for their newly formed industry group? …
Suntory Releases World Whisky Ao
by: Melissa Dowling
The House of Suntory has announced the arrival of its first-ever world blended whisky, Suntory World Whisky Ao, to the U.S. market. Previously available in Japan …
Cointreau Debuts New Look
by: Melissa Dowling
Cointreau, an essential ingredient in innumerable cocktails, has revealed its biggest brand redesign in nearly 140 years. The revamped Cointreau bottle is an ode to the …
Heaven Hill Introduces Bernheim Barrel Proof Wheat Whiskey
by: Melissa Dowling
The latest release from Heaven Hill Distillery is Bernheim Original Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey, batch A223. This is the first line extension from the …
DISCUS Report: Spirits Sales Reach Record Market Share
by: Kyle Swartz
The distilled spirits sector remained resilient in 2022 despite a challenging external environment, achieving record market share and spirits sales, driven by continued consumer interest in …
Proper No. Twelve Launches Irish Apple Whiskey
by: Melissa Dowling
Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey has announced the release of Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple, an addition to the Irish whiskey portfolio cofounded by MMA champion …
3 Badge Beverage Launches Kirk and Sweeney Barrel Program
by: Melissa Dowling
As the store pick movement extends into categories beyond whiskey, 3 Badge Beverage Corporation has announced the launch of its Kirk and Sweeney Gran Reserva Superior Rum barrel …
KISS Celebrates 50th With Cold Gin Cocktail Special
by: Melissa Dowling
Iconic rock band KISS celebrated the 50th anniversary of their first-ever concert on Jan. 30, and the Rock & Brews restaurant chain has rolled out an honorary cocktail called It’s Cold Gin …
Diageo Acquiring Don Papa Rum
by: Melissa Dowling
In another sign that spirits giants are getting serious about the premium rum category, Diageo announced in January that it agreed to acquire Don Papa Rum. …
