Monthly Archives: February 2018

How Patron Is Using Alexa for Marketing

Patrón on Alexa allows consumers to easily find and make tequila cocktails from the comfort of home. Begin using the skill by saying

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Hi-Wire Brewing Taps Dauntless Distributing for Kentucky Distribution

The Asheville, N.C., brewer said it seeks to increase its distribution sales by 56% this year.  Its brands include Hi-Wire Lager, Bed of Nails Brown, and Hi-Pitch Mosaic IPA, and are currently

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Lyon Distilling Enters Delaware and Connecticut

After four years of success in Maryland & Washington, DC, with a line of signature rums and ultra-small-batch whiskies, Lyon Distilling Company of Lyon Distilling Co. of St. Michaels, Md., has entered Delaware, where its Lyon rums are now available … Continue reading

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Cakebread Cellars Releases ‘Phoenix’ Rose to Benefit Fire Relief

Named Phoenix Rosé, this small lot wine (240 cases) pays tribute to the strength and resilience that the Napa and Sonoma

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Mass. Bay Brewing Extends UFO Line with Pineapple

UFO stands for UnFiltered Offering.  It’s a series of wheat beers, and the latest is UFO Pineapple. 

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Who & What –

Burgess Cellars has promoted winemaker Kelly Woods to Winemaker – General Manager. Woods has served as head winemaker of this 45-year old family owned estate since 2013. Eastside Distilling, Inc. hired Kim Davis as the company’s Controller.  She was most recently … Continue reading

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