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Archive for September, 2016

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for September 13, 2016

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•Oregon’s Hood River Distillers has augmented its Pendleton Canadian whisky brand with the launch of Director’s Reserve, a new 20-year-old offering. Aged in American oak barrels, Director’s Reserve will be available in select markets starting this month, retailing at around … Continue reading

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The future of drinks flavours – Consumer Trends

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The broadening taste palate of consumers is spurring ever more adventurous flavour creations in the drinks sector, Ben Cooper writes, while growing sophistication in how consumers view flavour profiles in food and drink is leading to new opportunities in marketing, product development and food pairing. Read more

Video: Ralph Kunkee interviews Vernon Singleton

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Video: Ralph Kunkee interviews Vernon Singleton

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TTB Extends Comment Period for Notice No. 160

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by Michael Kaiser 9.12.16 The TTB has extended its comment period for Notice No. 160: Proposed Revisions to Wine Labeling and Recordkeeping Requirements. The notice proposes to amend the labeling regulations to provide that any standard grape wine containing 7% or more alcohol by volume that is covered by a certificate of exemption from label […] Read more

Winery Owner Charles Banks Indicted in Federal Court

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In a surprising turn for a onetime rising star in the wine industry, Charles A. Banks walked into a San Antonio courthouse wearing handcuffs Friday after surrendering to authorities. Two days earlier, a federal grand jury had indicted the financial … Continue reading

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Craft Distiller High West Is Up For Sale

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An auction process has begun for High West Distillery, one of the country’s leading craft spirits players. Industry sources say multiple suitors are involved in the bidding for High West, including Pernod Ricard. Founded in 2004 and based in Park … Continue reading

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Anheuser-Busch InBev Acquires SpikedSeltzer, Entering Emerging Category

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Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI) has made a move into the burgeoning hard seltzer category, acquiring SpikedSeltzer marketer Boathouse Beverage for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 2013, Boathouse’s SpikedSeltzer has had an impressive run over the past few years. Now available in … Continue reading

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News Briefs for September 12, 2016

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•Flaming Leprechaun Spirits has partnered with Martignetti Companies’ United Liquors division to launch its range of premium Irish spirits in the U.S. Targeted toward “the millennial palate,” the Flaming Leprechaun portfolio ($22-$30) includes Irish Whiskey, Limestone Filtered Celtic Gin, Limestone … Continue reading

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More on Charles Banks’ Indictment, and How it Could Affect Wine Holdings

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News broke over the weekend that Charles Banks, founder of Terroir Capital, had been indicted for wire fraud as a result of his business with former NBA basketball player Tim Duncan [see WSD 09-10-2016]. Today we'll take a closer look at the charges ag... Read more