•Brooklyn-based Sixpoint Brewery has linked with Edrington single malt Scotch brand Highland Park to launch a pair of limited-edition beers, Rune and Sköll. Intended to be paired with Highland Park 12-year-old, Rune is a golden oat ale made with honey … Continue reading →
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The book on modern direct-to-consumer wine-shipping law was written at the U.S. Supreme Court in 2005 with the Granholm v. Heald decision. Now, wine retailers are hoping to write their own chapter in the story. Earlier this month, lawyers filed … Continue reading →
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As Prosecco continues to surge in the U.S. market—crossing the 4-million-case mark on 23% growth last year—it’s not only the biggest brands that are driving gains. Smaller labels like Banfi Vintners’ Maschio Prosecco are also demonstrating rapid progress. Maschio grew … Continue reading →
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•Both Diageo and Pernod Ricard are reportedly eyeing growth in the mezcal category, which has been drawing rising interest among consumers. Pernod is working on a new mezcal brand slated to launch in the first half of next year, Bloomberg … Continue reading →
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•Chicago-based Revolution Brewing is set to enter the New York City market on October 3. Partnering with Manhattan Beer Distributors, Revolution will initially launch its Anti-Hero and Mosaic Hero IPAs in the market, as well as its seasonal Oktoberfest, small-batch … Continue reading →
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