Monthly Archives: June 2017

Brown-Forman to Intro Slane Irish Whiskey This Summer

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Slane’s Triple Casked maturation process uses virgin oak, seasoned oak and sherry casks to produce a flavor being described as “bold yet smooth, with unique complexity and a more robust flavor than traditional Irish whiskeys. Slane Irish Whiskey (40% ABV), … Continue reading →

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MillerCoors (Temporarily) Revives Zima Next Month

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Coors Brewing Co. was way ahead of its time when it introduced Zima years ago.  The product eventually was withdrawn from the marketplace, but it’s returning next month in a limited release for the July 4 weekend. The clear malt … Continue reading →

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Hoosiers Want Cold Beer, Sunday Alcohol Sales

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

It’s usually the case that the people are well ahead of their legislators.  That appears to be the case in Indiana, where a poll funded by the Indiana Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association finds a majority of Hoosiers support … Continue reading →

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Maine Gov. Vetoes Bottle Bill on Liquor Miniatures

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

And, Gov. Paul LePage says, if the legislature presses the issue, he just might ban all “nips” sales in Maine. He told the legislature to either increase penalties for littering or ban sales of the 50ml bottles altogether. “Absent increased … Continue reading →

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Craft Trend Distills Trouble for Premade Cocktail Mixers

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Just as the craft beer trend – craft’s share of the U.S. beer category nearly doubled from 5.2% in 2010 to 10.2% in 2015 — is problematic for major beer brands, the trend toward fresh ingredients in cocktails is problematic … Continue reading →

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Chicago’s Moody Tongue Releases 2 New Beers

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Moody Tongue Brewery, Chicago, released two new beers: Peeled Grapefruit Pilsner and an Aperitif Pilsner. They are the first beers to be added to the brewery’s distributed portfolio in over 12 months and are said to be suited perfectly for … Continue reading →

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