Category: In the News
Martell House Celebrates 300 Years of Cognac
To mark its 300th anniversary, Martell House celebrated its origins in Cognac, and in particular in the Château de Chanteloup, which was refurbished for the event. Over 2,500 winegrowers, distillers and other …
10 Tips for Taking the ‘Pitcher Perfect’ Cocktail Pic
Part of the fun of drinking craft cocktails and beers is posting photos of your interesting beverages onto social media. Here are 10 tips for taking that ‘pitcher …
Nominations Sought for NBWA Brewer Partner of the Year Award
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is seeking nominations for the Brewer Partner of the Year Award. According to the association, the award recognizes the brewer who does …
E. & J. Gallo Acquires Talbott Vineyards
E. & J. Gallo Winery has agreed to purchase Talbott Vineyards, one of California’s largest producers of 100% estate-grown wines. Talbott Vineyards is located within the Santa Lucia …
Motivated by Consumer Trends, Jack Daniel’s and RumChata Team Up
Creative drinkers have themselves to thank for this new alcohol alliance. The Jack Daniel’s Flavors team has announced an official partnership with the cream liqueur brand, RumChata. The deal originated from the …
McCarthy Elected Chairman of Sky Ranch Foundation
The Sky Ranch Foundation — a nonprofit governed by alcohol-industry members that supports at-risk youths — has announced changes in leadership. George F. McCarthy has been elected as the new chairman. …
Craft Cocktail Bar Pioneer Sasha Petraske Has Died
Influential New York bartender Sasha Petraske was found dead at his home in Hudson, NY, on Aug. 21. The cause of and time of death was …
Heaven Hill Acquires Deep Eddy Vodka
Heaven Hill Brands has added Deep Eddy Vodka to their lineup. The nation’s largest family-owned and operated distilled spirits supplier, Heaven Hill recently entered into an agreement to acquire …
Stoli Group USA Adds Arínzano Estate to Wine Portfolio
Stoli Group USA has added Arínzano to its fine wine portfolio. This move follow parent company SPI Group’s recent acquisition of the estate in northern Spain. SPI …