Monthly Archives: April 2017

Azar Launches Seersucker Southern Style Gin

Azar Family Brands, San Antonio, maker of the award-winning Cinco Vodka, released Seersucker Southern Style Gin bringing to market a completely new gin-taste profile complemented by citrus, clove honey and mint. Seersucker, the first Southern-style gin on the market, is … Continue reading

Posted in New Products, Spirits | Tagged , | Comments Off on Azar Launches Seersucker Southern Style Gin

Tone Deaf: Liquor Store Proposed Next to AA Center

Hillsborough County, Fla., is considering whether to approve a liquor store next door to an Alcoholics Anonymous center.  The applicant’s response:  AA isn’t protected like schools or churches.

Posted in beer, Spirits, Stupid Laws of States | Comments Off on Tone Deaf: Liquor Store Proposed Next to AA Center

Iowa Distillery Bill Goes to Governor

The measure, which passed the state Senate unanimously, would allow distilleries to sell by the glass in their own building and would increase the daily sales limit along with the production cap that limits the amount a micro-distillery can make … Continue reading

Posted in Spirits | Comments Off on Iowa Distillery Bill Goes to Governor

Wines of Tejo, Portugal, Sharpen Focus on U.S.

Wines of Tejo is stepping up efforts to crack the U.S. market.  A key feature of the 2017 program includes a major presence at the USA Trade Tasting in New York May 16/17, 2017.  “Twelve wineries will be exhibiting, showcasing … Continue reading

Posted in Wine | Tagged , | Comments Off on Wines of Tejo, Portugal, Sharpen Focus on U.S.

Henriot Acquires Majority Stake in Oregon Vineyard

Maisons & Domaines Henriot said it acquired majority ownership of Beaux Freres Vineyard, a leading producer of Oregon Pinot Noir.  Terms weren’t disclosed. Founder Michael G. Etzel will be president of the unit with his son, Mike D. Etzel as … Continue reading

Posted in Wine | Tagged , | Comments Off on Henriot Acquires Majority Stake in Oregon Vineyard

Beer Shipments Fell 2.8% in March

U.S. brewers shipped 15,337,000 barrels in March, the Beer Institute said.  That’s down 432,000 barrels from March 2016.  Thus far this year, U.S. brewers’ domestic shipments total 39.62 million barrels, down 3.4% from the first quarter of 2016.

Posted in beer | Comments Off on Beer Shipments Fell 2.8% in March