Monthly Archives: July 2020

Spirits Lead Growth Off-Prem; 3 Major Segments All Post Strong Growth

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Off-premise sales measured by Nielsen in the week ended July 18 were up 19%, with distilled spirits leading the charge, up 29.3%.  But wine and beer/FMB/cider all showed strong growth, up 19.7% and 15.4%, respectively. “While growth rates have ebbed for … Continue reading →

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Quality Beverage, Horizon Beverage Intro Medalla Light to Mass.

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Cervecera de Puerto Rico signed Quality Beverage and Horizon Beverage for distribution of Medalla Light in Massachusetts. The partnership with the distributor alliance will reach locations who have been anticipating this exciting product launch, further solidifying Medalla Light’s presence in … Continue reading →

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19 Crimes Expand Line, Launches ‘Snoop Dogg Red,’ Its 1st California Wine

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

19 Crimes, the first winery that used augmented reality to bring their labels to life, announces a multi-year partnership with Snoop Dogg, launching 19 Crimes first California wine, Snoop Cali Red.  The line expansion will cast a contemporary lens on … Continue reading →

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Flying Embers Launches World’s 1st Probiotic Hard Seltzer with Antioxidants

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Flying Embers, the Ventura, Calif., “better-for-you alcohol company,” said it is launching its first-of-its kind hard seltzer. This new entry to the fast-growing category features delicious and unique new flavor combinations, and will deliver on the consumer need for healthier options … Continue reading →

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June Beer Shipments Reverse Downward Trend

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

For the first time this year, domestic tax paid shipments of beer rose in June. Estimates by the Beer Institute showed shipments rising 699,000 barrels, or 4.4%, from a year earlier to reach 16,600,000 barrels. Beer Institute noted that the estimates … Continue reading →

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Molson Coors Sales Fell 15.1% in 2nd Quarter

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Molson Coors Beverage Co. reports net sales in the second quarter fell 15/1% to $2.5 billion and net income fell 41% to $195 million, or 90 cents a share, from $329.4 million, or $1.52 a share. Sales in North America … Continue reading →

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