Monthly Archives: March 2020

Mount Gay Rum Intros New Blends

Mount Gay Rum introduced a new blend for Mount Gay Black Barrel and an enhanced blend for Mount Gay XO, both of which are debuting in global markets this

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Connecticut Committee Okays Self-Pour Technology

The Connecticut General Assembly’s Joint Committee on General Law approved a bill to allow the use of self-pouring technology in on-premise locations.  Currently, 45 states

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Coronavirus Doubling Supply Chain Lead Times: Survey

Nearly 75% percent of companies surveyed by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) report supply chain disruptions due to coronavirus-related transportation restrictions and

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Rabobank: Don’t Blame Sober Curious for Wine’s Growth Slide

It’s no secret a wine glut is building as sales growth is slowing, most recently to around 1%, down from 3% or more in recent years.

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Reyes Unit to Acquire Saccani Distribution Rights

Golden Brands, a Reyes Beer Division company, has signed an asset purchase

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Michigan Bill Would Ease Way for Out-of-State Retailers

A bill pending in the Michigan legislature would permit Michiganders to order wine from out-of-state retailers.  Currently one in- and out-of-state wineries can ship direct to

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