Monthly Archives: April 2017

What We’re Reading –

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

An interview with Sean Harrison, distiller, Plymouth Gin.  From the Plymouth Herald

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Who & What –

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Remy Cointreau named Lou Conrad senior vp-sales for Remy Cointreau USA, succeeding Bill Corbett, who plans to retire in September 2018.

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Sombra Mezcal to Give 1% of Sales to 1% for the Planet

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Sombra Mezcal said it was certified as a business member of 1% for the Planet. Sombra will donate 1% percent of gross sales each year to trusted environmental nonprofits in the 1% for the Planet network. Sombra Mezcal’s founder, Master … Continue reading →

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Council Marks 10Years of George Washington’s Distillery

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe joined representatives from the Distilled Spirits Council and Mount Vernon to launch a yearlong celebration of the 10th anniversary of the reopening of George Washington’s Distillery at a special event this evening at the distillery in … Continue reading →

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Ft. Myers Distillery Signs Madidus Imports for Distribution

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

List Distillery, Ft. Myers, Fla., producer of Mr. Tom’s Spirits, appointed Madidus Imports & Wholesales the sole distributor of Mr. Tom’s Spirits in Washington D.C. and Maryland. “We look forward to bringing the List Distillery and its unique and distinctive … Continue reading →

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Washington State Wineries Get More Tasting Rooms

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The Washington House approved and sent to Gov. Jay Inslee a bill increasing the number of off-site tasting rooms per employee to four from two.  The prime sponsor argued the additional rooms are needed so small wineries can expand their … Continue reading →

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