Archive for February, 2016

In 2003, there were 60 craft distillers operating in the United States. Today, that total is 760, according to the American Distilling Institute (ADI), and a further 200 are currently under construction. Craft spirits’ market share has doubled in the … Continue reading →

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After posting flat sales in the U.S. market in its latest full fiscal year, Pernod Ricard enjoyed a return to forward progress in the six months through December, its fiscal first half. The French drinks giant said Jameson continued to … Continue reading →

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Congressional lawmakers from both parties have sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew expressing concern over the Obama administration’s recent decision to award the Havana Club rum trademark to the Cuban government, … Continue reading →

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•The dilemma facing bankrupt Premier Cru, once a titan among wine retailers, boasting customers all over the globe, has taken a turn for the worse. FBI spokesperson Michele Ernst told Wine Spectator that the bureau “is investigating claims of a … Continue reading →

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•Boston Beer Company’s Samuel Adams brand is launching Rebel Grapefruit IPA in bottles and cans nationwide.Brewed with California-grown Star Ruby and Star Rio grapefruits and Mosaic, Centennial, Cascade and Citra hops, the year-round offering was first introduced last November in … Continue reading →

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