Category: In the News
Woodford Reserve Lets Consumers Vote on Charity to Support
In honor of the 10th anniversary of Woodford Reserve being the Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby, the company launched an online voting initiative, to determine which of two charities will receive the net …
‘Spirited Republic’ Exhibit Explores American Alcohol History
Alcohol has long been a polarizing topic in American history. From George Washington’s distillery to undercover Prohibition agents to the 21st Amendment and re-legalization in 1933, alcohol has evoked vastly different …
Powdered Alcohol Legalized by Federal Government
The company that makes Palcohol — powered, flavored alcohol — received federal approval yesterday to sell their product. The decision is a significant step forward for Palcohol, …
Redrock Partners Acquires Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Ownership of Romano’s Macaroni Grill will change hands. Redrock Partners, LLC announced today that it has agreed to acquire the restaurant chain from Ignite Restaurant Group, Inc. Three industry veterans …
Sustainability Upgrades Recycle Waste at Bombay Sapphire Distillery
‘Waste not, want not.’ Or so goes the mindset at the newly renovated distillery for Bacardi-owned Bombay Sapphire gin, which runs on sustainability. Laverstoke Mill, in the England countryside, produces slightly …
Sam Adams Announces ‘East Vs. West’ Homebrew Competition
For the first time, the annual Samuel Adams LongShot American Homebrew Contest will feature a battle of “East vs. West.” The 2015 contest will select one creative homebrew …
Distilled Spirits Council CEO Will Step Down at Year’s End
After nearly 16 years of service to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), CEO Dr. Peter H. Cressy announced his desire to step …
Diageo to Invest $400 Million in Tequila Don Julio
Diageo will invest approximately $400 million in the future of Tequila Don Julio. The announcement today re-affirmed Diageo’s long-term commitment to its Mexico operations, according to a press-release, following …