Monthly Archives: April 2017

What Does ‘Science’ Mean?

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

How often have you heard some politician or scoundrel (I don’t think the two are synonymous) proclaim, “The science is settled.”  Well, it’s not – regardless of what the topic is.  In seven short paragraphs, Set Godin explains what science … Continue reading →

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Sex, Love and the $1000 Breakfast Wine

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

W. Blake Gray had a $1000 bottle of wine for breakfast. He tells us all about the wine: how it was made, what it tastes like, and why it worries me about Napa Valley’s most iconic wine. But linger on … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Beer Institute named Travis Gibbons senior director of health policy and regulatory affairs. Gibbons joins from Consumer Healthcare Products Association where he was director of Federal affairs.

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David Ravandi Forms Firm to Unite Tequila Portfolios

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Ravandi’s new enterprise is 123 Spirits.   It’s intended to include both Ravandi’s original line, plus three distinct brands encapsulating six ultra-premium expressions. The original 123 Organic Tequila line expanded in 2014 with the rare, 40-month aged 123 Organic Tequila Extra … Continue reading →

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Schlafly Beer Debuts Frugi-Four Sampler Pack

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Schlafly Beer announces its latest sampler pack: the Frugi-Four, four distinct beer styles featuring four different fruits. This is the first year for the new variety pack that includes Apricot IPA, Watermelon Lager, Raspberry Hefeweizen and Peach Saison. It will … Continue reading →

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Strike Shutter Long Island Budweiser Distributor

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

But not for long.  Clare Rose Inc. says it will permanently replace the more than 100 drivers and warehousemen, who launched a strike after months of negotiations over the company plan to cut wages 30% and to end the workers … Continue reading →

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