Category: In the News
On the Shelf: New Drinks Books
Whisky: The Manual; Mrs. Lilien’s Dessert Cocktail Swatchbook; The Old-Fashioned: The Story of the World’s First Classic Cocktail; Back Lane Wineries (Napa and Sonoma); Of All the Gin Joints
Pernod Increases Stake in Avion
Pernod Ricard USA now holds a significant majority state in Avion Spirits LLC, owner of tequila brand Avion.
Hometown Spirits: Tracking Consumption Preferences by Metro Area
Ever wonder what your region’s top-selling spirits are? The Beverage Information & Insight Group did too, so they used data from the 2013 Liquor Handbook and results from recent Shelftrac studies to find out.
New Headquarters for Ultimate Beverage Challenge
The UBC’s new 2500 square foot space was designed to provide evaluation space for wines and spirits in the organization’s Ultimate Spirits Challenge and Ultimate Wine Challenge.
Mojito Day Recipes
Six recipes for celebrating National Mojito Day on July 11.
Heaven Hill Acquires Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur
French ginger liqueur Domaine de Canton’s worldwide rights is now held by Kentucky-based Heaven Hill Distilleries.
New Importer for De Kuyper’s Chocovine
Netherlands-based De Kuyper, which owns several spirits and liqueur brands, reached an agreement with Royal Dutch Distillers to import its Chocovine portfolio in the U.S.
Tiki Bar Pops Up at Hotel Palomar
Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Chicago in May launched a Tiki-themed “Cocktails in Motion” bar on its patio, hosted by Sable Kitchen & Bar.
Pinnacle Launches Summer Pairings Program
Pinnacle Vodka has joined forced with Food Network chef Claire Robinson to create a series of summer food and cocktail pairings.
The Melting Pot Holding Cocktail Competition
Upscale fondue restaurant chain The Melting Pot is letting fans vote for their favorite drinks with Top Cocktail, a beverage showdown that runs through July 31. The Top Cocktail competitors are limited-edition, handcrafted drinks featuring Fireball cinnamon whisky, Hendrick’s gin, Sailor Jerry spiced rum, Stoli Razberi vodka and Avión Silver tequila.