Often a blank canvas for a variety of innovative upgrades, the classic Hot Toddy recipe is still the best entry point to the world of warm cocktails. Read more
Comments Off on Supplier M&A Activity Jumped in 2017
2017 has been one of the busiest years for supplier deals in recent memory. Thus far, we've reported on just over 30 deals that resulted in new ownership, and 4 "investments" made in smaller companies. Those numbers represent a significant increase fro... Read more
Comments Off on Interview: Cape Classics Chairman & CEO Andre Shearer
New York City-based Cape Classics is the leading U.S. importer of South African wines, with volume at just above 300,000 cases for 2017. The company also imports a small but growing stable of French wines. Cape Classics chairman and CEO … Continu... Read more
Comments Off on Diageo Unveils Latest Orphan Barrel Whisky
Diageo has officially launched Entrapment, a new Canadian offering under its Orphan Barrel collection of limited whiskies. Entrapment is a 25-year-old, 41%-abv expression that was originally part of a batch of Crown Royal Fine De Luxe, distilled in 199... Read more
Comments Off on Pop-Up Bars Enlivening The Holiday Spirit Across The U.S. Market
Bar operators around the country have captured the holiday spirit by transforming their venues into festive pop-ups, complete with new names and new seasonal drinks menus. Specialty cocktails that incorporate eggnog and other rich ingredients—and come ... Read more
•Burgundy exports rose 7.9% to €636.1 million ($750m) in the nine months through September, with the U.S.—the region’s top export destination—playing a key role in the upswing. The U.S., which posted a value rise of 8% in the nine-month period, …... Read more
Comments Off on Craft Brewing and Distilling News for December 18, 2017
•Oregon’s Rogue Ales & Spirits will launch Straight Outta Newport double IPA in January. The beer is an 8.7%-abv ale brewed with Citra, Mosaic and Comet hops for a bright, fruity and juicy profile, according to the brewer. Straight Outta … Co... Read more