Category: In the News
Davos Brands Adds Aviation Gin
New York-based luxury spirits importer/marketer Davos Brands recently announced that it has added Aviation American Gin to its portfolio. House Spirits Distillery in Portland, OR, launched Aviation …
That’s Amari: Campari America Adds Three Italian Brands
Tapping into the growing popularity of bitter Italian spirits in the U.S., San Francisco-based Campari America has added Averna, Braulio and Cinzano 1757 to its portfolio. …
Floating Margaritaville to Debut on New Norwegian Ship
The first floating Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant and 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar will set sail this fall onboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s new Norwegian Escape. The ship’s …
For the Love of Cocktails Returns for 2015
The event will be presented by Back Bar USA, along with Tony Abou-Ganim and the USBG. Competitions will take place starting on Thursday, February 12 in …
Celebrated Driver Program from JP Wiser’s
Pernod Ricard USA and JP Wiser’s have teamed up to launch a new responsible drinking program celebrating those who abstain from alcohol and drive friends home …
M.S. Walker Brands Win at World Spirits Competition
The winners include West Cork 10 Year Single Malt, St. Elder Natural Elderflower Liqueur, and Grand Macnish Black Edition. From the press release: Geneva, Switzerland …
Second Round of Holiday Cocktails
It’s always a good idea to have several good holiday cocktail recipes at the ready for when it’s time to get festive. Here are a few more …
InterContinental Buying Kimpton
Hotel group InterContinental has agreed to buy boutique chain InterContinental Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. InterContinental, which owns the Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza brands, will pay …
New Logo for Heaven Hill’s 80th Anniversary
The sixth-largest distilled spirits supplier’s new name is Heaven Hill Brands, and with the new name comes a new logo. From the press release: …
Sailor Jerry Bowls Over Bartenders
Spiced rum maker Sailor Jerry proclaimed Mon., Dec. 8 National Bartender Appreciation Day. To celebrate the occasion, the tattoo lifestyle and liquor brand held an event …