Monthly Archives: August 2017

Cîroc to Launch French Vanilla Globally in October

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The new variant pairs the rich and creamy taste of French vanilla with smooth texture of Cîroc, resulting in what Cîroc Global Brand Director Natalie Wills calls an “intensely indulgent and versatile flavor profile that lends itself incredibly well to … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Drizly Sweeps Offers a Party

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

To kick off the sweepstakes, one unsuspecting Drizly user and Mike’s Hard Lemonade fan in Brooklyn, N.Y. received a surprise serving of happiness with his Drizly order. Lil Dicky, who accompanied a driver from a Drizly partner store, arrived at … Continue reading →

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Gloria Ferrer Seeks ‘Most Glorious Appetizer’ Recipe

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards is willing to pay $5,000 to get the nation’s most glorious appetizer recipe to pair with its Gloria Ferrer Sonoma Brut.

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Who & What –

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Hennessy names Renaud Fillioux de Gironde as the eighth generation Master Blender. Renaud apprenticed under his uncle, seventh generation Master Blender Yann Fillioux. The passing of the Master Blender title and responsibilities continues a lineage that has remained unbroken for … Continue reading →

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New Belgium Brewing Leads Group Acquiring Magnolia Brewing

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

A group led by New Belgium Brewing Co. agreed to purchase the assets of San Francisco’s Magnolia Brewing for $2.7 million as part of a bankruptcy proceeding. The newly formed partnership will be a majority-owned subsidiary of New Belgium, with … Continue reading →

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Louis Glunz Sponsors Fund-Raiser for Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Louis Glunz Beer, Inc., Chicago, will present the fourth annual BrewLights in collaboration with Lincoln Park Zoo’s Auxiliary Board. On Dec. 7, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., attendees can support Chicago’s free zoo with a craft brew in hand,

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