Monthly Archives: August 2019

Rogue Ale Testing Canned Cocktails

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The cocktails come in three flavors — Cucumber Lime Gin Fizz, Cranberry Elderflower Vodka Soda and Ginger Lime Vodka Mule — and source vodka and gin from Rogue’s 16-year-old distillery. The drinks, sold in 4-packs of 12 oz. slim cans, … Continue reading →

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Durham Distillery Releases 3rd Canned Cocktail

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Conniption Gin Rosé Spritz combines award-winning Conniption American Dry Gin with rose wine, natural strawberry and lemon, house-made simple syrup and club soda. In keeping with Durham Distillery’s mission to offer premium spirits, the canned cocktail is gluten free with … Continue reading →

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Usual Wines Opens Its First Rosé Garden

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The Garden is an immersive indoor greenspace that pairs with Usual rosé. Lush plant life, design-forward furniture and a crisp yet classic palette of materials create an unexpected and alluring environment. The Rosé is available to purchase by the bottle … Continue reading →

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Pernod Ricard Acquires Firestone & Robertson Distilling

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

It’s the second American craft spirits acquisition by Pernod this year, following Rabbit Hole.  The deal includes Whiskey Ranch, a state-of-the-art distillery minutes from downtown Fort Worth.  Terms weren’t disclosed. The Fort Worth, Texas, distillery is known for TX Blended … Continue reading →

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NY Wine & Grape Foundation Funding Online Sustainable Wine Course

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

New York Wine & Grape Foundation launched the first Long Island Sustainable Winegrowing (LISW) online training program, the Sustainable Wine Professional Course. It’s the only sustainable certification program for winegrowers in the Eastern United States. In addition to the Foundation, … Continue reading →

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Heineken at Outside Lands Festival

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Heineken is returning to San Francisco’s Outside Lands Music & Art Festival this weekend with House by Heineken.  Headlining the venue Sunday (8/11) is Wyclef Jean, a singer, songwriters and founding member of The Fugees.  In addition to music entertainment, … Continue reading →

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