Monthly Archives: December 2019

What We’re Reading —

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Whiskey Makers Are Making a Play for Climate-Conscious Drinkers From sustainable sourcing of water and wood to butterfly stations, spirit makers are becoming more ecologically aware.

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F.Y.I.–

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

This Bad Habit Is Likely the No. 1 Factor Making Your Children Fat — And It Has Nothing to Do With Food

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USMCA ‘Handshake’ Clears Way for Craft Beverage Tax Bill

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

It’s almost certain to be a one-year extension of the present rates, not a permanent fix, we’re told.  But an extension would be

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WSWA Joining Coalition Opposing Tax Boost Plan

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WASA) joined Parity for Main Street Employers (PMSE) coalition in

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ISWR Sees Growing Opportunities for Alcohol e-Commerce

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

In 10 major countries (Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, UK and the US), online sales are continuing

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Blue Moon Expanding Capacity at Denver Brewery

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

The increase that the RiNo brewery will bump capacity 50% to 4,500 barrels.  Workers yesterday (12/10) began installing four

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