Monthly Archives: August 2019

Castle Brands Loss Widens as Sales Ease

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Castle Brands reports a loss of $870,895 in the second quarter, up from $690,707 a year earlier. Sales eased 2% to $22.6 million from $23.1 million. “The lower revenue in the first quarter was largely the result of the timing … Continue reading →

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A-B Launches Natural Light Seltzer Nationwide Today

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

It’s described as a flavor-forward, 6% ABV beverage available in Aloha Beaches, which combines mango and peach for a tropical feel, and Catalina Lime Mixer which features black cherry and lime. “The seltzer category is booming. It’s part of a … Continue reading →

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Truly Hard Seltzer Seeks to Draw Beer, Wine and Spirits Consumers

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

In the past two years, the hard seltzer category has grown more than 830%, and more than 220% in 2019 alone.  Hard seltzer sales have now surpassed all IPA sales, one of craft beer’s most popular styles, demonstrating the shift in … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Owl Rye Batch #3 Hits Shelves

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Kentucky Owl 10-Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Batch #3 (Stoli Group) will start arriving on store shelves and behind bars in 37 states later this month. It’s 114-proof and 57% alcohol by volume, and has a suggested retail price … Continue reading →

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New Study:  To Live a Long Life, Drink a Little

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Alcohol and health remain controversial.  But studies have repeatedly suggested that moderate alcohol consumption – the government defines that as two drinks a day for men, one for women – reduces mortality more than abstaining from alcohol completely.  Of course, … Continue reading →

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Saint Archer Gold to Go National, Compete with Michelob Ultra

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Saint Archer Gold, a light lager developed by MillerCoors to compete directly with Michelob Ultra, is going national in 2020. After spending six months on shelves and in bars in four test markets, the above-premium Helles-style light beer booked strong … Continue reading →

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