Category: Spirits
Buffalo Trace Distillery Expands With $200M Investment
In response to rising demand, Buffalo Trace Distillery of Franklin County, KY, announced plans last week to significantly expand operations. A capital investment of more than $200 …
Gin Expands With Cocktails and Craft
“Ten years ago, if you mentioned ‘botanicals,’ people would have thought you were talking about gardening,” quips Bob Fowkes, co-founder of Brockmans Gin. “That’s changed; consumers …
Q&A: Master Distiller German Gonzalez Talks Aging Tequila in Scotch Barrels
The recent boom in craft alcohol and connoisseurship has given rise to creative production techniques, including in barrel-aging. Distilleries know that modern drinkers expand their palates beyond one single category. This …
Tasting: 5 of ‘The Last Great Malts’ From John Dewar & Sons
Blind-taste someone with scotch and they’ll struggle to tell the difference between blends and single malts. But remove the blindfold and they’ll likely reach for the …
These Imported Craft Vodkas Are Hot in America
The majority of vodka category growth in 2014 was in the imported segment and smaller, boutique brands. These brands are providing retailers and consumers alike the opportunity …
U.S. Government Renews Havana Club Trademark for Pernod Ricard; Court Battle Continues
The fight over Havana Club Rum took another turn this week, as the American government renewed the brand’s trademark for Pernod Ricard. The renewal of the trademark …
7 Exotic Spirits Making their Mark in America
As the American romance with international spirits continues, retailers often find themselves in the position of selling alcohol categories beyond their working knowledge base. Here, Cheers presents …
Interview: Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Chris Morris on His New Distillery Series
Woodford Reserve joined a growing movement in whiskey last year by starting its own limited-release, small-batch line. The Woodford Reserve Distillery Series launched last July with Double Double Oaked and Sweet Mash Redux, and expanded this …
Bacardi Testifies Before Congress in Havana Club Rum Matter
Bacardi continues to defend its ownership of Havana Club Rum. The U.S. government last month granted renewal of the rum’s registration to the Cuban government. In response, Bacardi FOI’ed the …