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Archive for April, 2017

Portman Group heads to Tesco for new chief executive

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The Portman Group has recruited the head of EU & international government relations at Tesco to become its next CEO. Read more

Five Blanco Tequilas to Mix or Sip

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Tequila is becoming one of the fastest growing spirits in America. These blanco, or silver, bottles are perfect for sipping or mixing in a cocktail. Read more

Remy Cointreau adds three years to Roust Group Russian distribution tie-up

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Rémy Cointreau has extended its Russia distribution deal with Russian Standard vodka owner Roust Group. Read more

Glenmorangie Aims Upscale With Three New Releases

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With the single malt Scotch whisky market continuing to flourish, Moët Hennessy’s Glenmorangie Co., led by president Marc Hoellinger, is seeing ongoing gains for both its namesake Highland brand and Islay-based portfoliomate Ardbeg. Recent weeks have seen Glenmorangie unleash a … Continue reading

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Biagio Cru Debuts “Rosé All Day” Wine Brand

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In May, Biagio Cru Wines & Spirits will release “Rosé All Day,” an approachably priced French rosé intended to capitalize on the popular social media tag used to share rosé as a lifestyle product. Biagio’s “Rosé All Day” ($13 a … Continue reading

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Report: Albertsons Eye Takeover Of Whole Foods

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U.S. grocery company Albertsons is reportedly eyeing a takeover of upscale supermarket chain Whole Foods, the Financial Times reported. Whole Foods operates more than 465 stores throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. and is estimated to have a market … Continue reading

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News Briefs for April 25, 2017

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•Breakthru Beverage is expanding its operations in Canada with a separate sales and marketing division devoted to new business. Breakthru Canada senior vice president-general manager John Donohue will lead the expansion effort, reporting to Julian Burzynski, Breakthru’s EVP-Canada. Breakthru Canada … Continue reading

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How does alcohol affect the likelihood of cardiovascular disease? – International Scientific Forum on Alcohol Research Critique 198

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Members of the ISFAR recently considered an important critique of nearly 2m people, which confirmed the J-shaped association of moderate alcohol consumption with significantly less heart disease than among both non-drinkers and heavy drinkers. Read more

Martin Scott Rosé Tasting

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On March 13, Martin Scott hosted their annual spring Rosé Tasting at the Winebow offices in NYC. The event featured […]

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Talkin Tech: All That Chatter

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Chatbots Angling to Get More Action Than Apps By James Laurenti While basic chatbots (computer programs designed to simulate conversation) […]

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