Category: Spirits
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 …
Pernod Ricard Announces Significant Organizational Changes, Executive Transfers
Beverage alcohol giant Pernod Ricard today announced significant organizational changes, including a number of executive transfers. Pernod Ricard has simplified its business in the Americas region to concentrate on the U.S. …
How Scotch is Reinventing Itself for Modern Drinkers
Among whisky categories, Scotch is most venerable, enjoying a reputation for sophistication and elegance. That distinction, however, comes at a price. And that price has been …
8 Trends That Drove the Distilled Spirits Market in 2015
Sales of distilled spirits grew 2015, in line with sustained gains in recent years. But an increase in one category can come at the cost of …
Irish Whiskey Enters New Phase in Growth and Popularity
Irish whiskey enjoyed another strong year — one more in a string of annual double-digit growth. The category has bulked up, now eclipsing single malt Scotch …
Bacardi Files Freedom of Information Act Request For Havana Club Rum Ruling
The renewed battle continues over the U.S. trademark registration of Havana Club Rum. Bacardi has filed a Freedom of Information Act to find out why the U.S. …
The Birth of a Craft Distillery: Tommyrotter
It’s boom time for craft distilling. Drinkers today have a taste for local, small-batch spirits. Increasing numbers of small distilleries are firing up stills across the nation. …