Monthly Archives: May 2016

Beer Tax Reform Bill Wins Enough Co-Sponsors to ‘Assure’ Passage

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act won its 218th co-sponsor in the U.S. House of Representatives, which means it should be able to pass. The bill is supported by most of the beer industry, and Brewers Association and Beer … Continue reading →

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Canadian Club Launches a 100% Rye Whisky in U.S.

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Canadian Club launched Canadian Club 100% Rye Whisky in the United States. It’s one of the few premium 100% rye whiskies on the market today and is said to boast intricate flavors of caramel, vanilla and oak, resulting in a spicy, yet balanced finish. Beam … Continue reading →

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Courvoisier Unveils New Bottle, Label, Package to Mark 200 Years

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Courvoisier Cognac unveiled a new bottle, label and package for the V.S., V.S.O.P. and XO marques. The new look will hit shelves in late May 2016 and pays homage to the brand’s rich 200 year legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. The packaging … Continue reading →

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Sonoma Cider Adds New Flavor

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Sonoma Cider adds a new limited run flavor to its portfolio, ,The Wimble.  It’s the company’s second canned cider . Set to launch this June, this cider is a twist on Gose – an old German-style beer that is traditionally sour and … Continue reading →

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Heineken to Be Presenting Sponsor of International Champions Cup

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Heineken will be the presenting sponsor and official beer of the International Champions Cup (ICC), a pre-season soccer tournament that brings the world’s best clubs to the U.S. Heineken and Relevent Sports have agreed to a multi-year partnership that begins this summer … Continue reading →

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Ballast Point Brewing to Open a Virginia Brewery

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits, San Diego, the 11th largest craft brewer in the United States in 2015, will invest about $48 million to establish an East Coast brewing operation in Botetourt County, Va. The company has agreed to purchase the 259,040-square-foot … Continue reading →

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