Monthly Archives: May 2017

Alcohol Linked to Higher Risk of Breast Cancer In African-American Women

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

That’s the finding in a just-published study in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research. It’s not news that alcohol has been confirmed as a risk factor for breast cancer.  But all studies … Continue reading →

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Excelsior Wine Offers Discounted Golf, Subscription

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Marked bottle neck hangers – to be found on wines within the Concha y Toro Gran Reserva collection until July 31 – qualify participants to receive a $25 credit toward a round of golf at a participating course. In addition, … Continue reading →

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CK Mondavi Donations to Intrepid Fallen Heros: $165,000

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Over the past six years family-owned CK Mondavi Family Vineyards has donated more than $165,000 to the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund (IFHF), a not-for-profit organization and national leader supporting the men and women of the United States Armed Forces and … Continue reading →

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Old Forester Takes Leading Role in Hollywood Flick

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Old Forester Statesman (Brown-Forman) will have a significant role in a new movie, “Kingsman: The Golden Circle.”  Old Forester Statesman was created in collaboration with director Matthew Vaughn and Twentieth Century Fox and has a significant role in the movie. … Continue reading →

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Eastside Distilling Acquires Big Bottom Distilling

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Eastside Distilling, Inc. acquired a majority stake in Big Bottom Distilling (“BBD”), a Hillsboro, Ore., distiller of super premium gins, whiskeys, brandies, rum, and vodka. BBD was founded by Ted Pappas and will continue to operate as a distinct business … Continue reading →

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NBWA Members Urge Congress to Pass Tax Reform

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

America’s beer distributors are in Washington this week, advocating for reform that reduces individual and corporate tax rates in similar manners; treats S corporations and pass-through businesses equitably; avoids the repeal of LIFO inventory accounting; leaves in place appropriate capital … Continue reading →

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