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Archive for May, 2017

Responsible drinking measures around the world – The IARD Digest – May 2017

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Once a month, the drinks industry-funded International Alliance for Responsible Drinking, which covers alcohol policies worldwide, looks at what's going on in-market to promote a more responsible role for alcohol in society. Read more

Concha y Toro Q1 2017 by region – results data

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Earlier this week, Concha y Toro released results for the first quarter of 2017, showing a plunge in profits and a 3.5% dip sales. Here, just-drinks breaks down Concha's figures for the period on a regional basis. Read more

Trinchero Names Bob Torkelson As CEO, Roger Trinchero To Remain Chairman

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Trinchero Family Estates (TFE) has named Bob Torkelson as president and CEO, effective immediately. Torkelson, who was previously president and chief operating officer of TFE, now takes over the CEO title from Roger Trinchero, who remains chairman of the company. … Continue reading

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Part II on Standard & Pour’s Beverage Program

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Yesterday we published the first part of our interview with Simon Hospitality Group's director of operations Erik Schloss [see WSD 05-16-2017]. Today we'll pick up right where we left off in the conversation as he discusses current cocktail trends and dealing with vendors at Standard & Pour. Read more

Crisp, Clean and Refreshing Summer Lagers

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While sometimes thought of as boring, lagers are anything but that. With a crisp flavor and a variety of styles there's a lager to cool down any summer day. Read more

5 Things to Do in Lake County, California

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An unpretentious, undiscovered California wine region, Lake County has ambitious wineries, great fishing at Clear Lake and a dormant volcano to explore. Read more

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Concha y Toro profits take a beating in Q1 2017 – results

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Viña Concha y Toro has seen its profits plunge in the first quarter, as a "challenging external scenario" resulted in a fall in sales. Read more

Dennis Carr On Anchor Distilling’s Diverse Whisk(e)y Portfolio

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A pioneer of the U.S. craft spirits category, San Francisco-based Anchor Distilling reached a volume of 230,000 cases last year, largely on the strength of its whisk(e)y range. The company’s lineup includes Old Potrero rye, Taiwan’s Kavalan and Japan’s Nikka, … Continue reading

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News Briefs for May 17, 2017

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•Palm Bay International is releasing three limited-production single cask, single malt Scotch whiskies from Wemyss Malts. The new range includes Italian Bakery Delight, a 19-year-old Speyside offering limited to 347 bottles; Coastal Orchard, a 19-year-old entry from the northern Highlands … Continue reading

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