Monthly Archives: June 2017

Binge Drinking Rates Declining But Still a Concern: SAMHSA

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Binge drinking among U.S. teens and young adults aged 12-20 has declined over the past six years, according to a new report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), but 14 percent still report having engaged in … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

What Happens When You’re Acquired by World’s No. 2 Spirits Firm You grow, says John Little, ceo, Smooth Ambler, which produces Old Scout Single Barrel Bourbon, Smooth Ambler Contradiction Bourbon and a variety of other spirits. “They have really enabled … Continue reading →

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F.Y.I. —

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Sleeping Late on Weekends May Harm Your Health Can’t sleep? For many Americans, it’s a question that comes up night after night. A team of University of Arizona researchers is working to better understand sleep and its relationship to health. … Continue reading →

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Diageo to Pay Up to $1 Billion for Casamigos Tequila

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

It’s the fastest growing super-premium tequila brand in the U.S., Diageo said. The transaction values Casamigos at up to $1 billion, with initial consideration set at $700 million and a further potential $300 million based on a performance linked earn-out … Continue reading →

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You Decide: Is Deutsche Infringing Bulleit’s Trademark

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Diageo, which owns the Bulleit trademark, which includes the bottle design, says it is.  It claims trademark rights in the following combination of elements: A clear, canteen shaped glass bottle with rounded shoulders; An embossed brand name above the label; … Continue reading →

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DSC Assails Delaware’s Proposed Bev/Al Tax Hike

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

A bill pending in the Delaware Legislature would increase the bev/al tax on beer by 2¢ per 12 ounce can. The rate for wine increases by approximately 3 cents per 5 ounce serving. The rate for spirits containing more than … Continue reading →

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