Monthly Archives: June 2017

F.Y.I. —

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Bicycle use has skyrocketed in popularity, but it’s also led to more accidents, with medical costs from non-fatal bike crashes climbing steadily by $789 million annually, according to a new study by UC San Francisco. Over a 17-year period, medical … Continue reading →

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As Craft Beer’s 15%-18% Growth Pace Slows, Imports Post Stronger Growth

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Craft beer’s off-premise dollar sales growth ranged between just over 15% to just over 18% from 2013 through early 2016, Nielsen said. But with overall beer consumption across the U.S. relatively flat, however, the craft engine slowed significantly in the … Continue reading →

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SoCo Revamps Package, Intros 80 Proof Expression

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Now again under the ownership of a New Orleans company, Southern Comfort has a revamped package and new positioning, tabbed “The Spirit of New Orleans,” a nod to the brand’s connection to the colorful city for more than 140 years. … Continue reading →

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Industry Vets Launch North Carolina-Produced Vodka

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Mark Mullins, president, North Carolina Spirits Association; G Patel, owner of six top-ranked restaurant and bar concepts, and Cary Joshi, a seasoned entrepreneur who previously headed Hunter Lane Commercial Real Estate, said they will introduce Social House Vodka, a North … Continue reading →

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Kimo Sabe Mezcal Sets Taste Test Challenge

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Kimo Sabe mezcal said it is launching “Step Up to the New Taste of Agave,” a 100,000 person, 10-city national consumer taste-test challenge –kicking off in Las Vegas in June. The challenge will pit Kimo Sabe, The New Taste of … Continue reading →

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Atlas Brew Works to Intro Rescue Beer

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The launch is in support of Plate of the Union, a consumer-focused education campaign promoting healthy and affordable food, safe drinking water and smart food policy.  It’s being launched in partnership with Mom’s Organic Market today. The beer will launch … Continue reading →

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