Monthly Archives: July 2020

Off-Premise Sales Growth Slows to 17.3%: Nielsen

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The year-over-year growth rate for total off-premise alcohol dollar sales within Nielsen-measured channels slowed to +17.3% (+14.1% compared to the prior week). That’s up from a growth rate of +11.8% for the prior week. Spirits continued to lead growth, up … Continue reading →

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Quintessential Acquiring Accolade’s U.S. Brands

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The acquisition, effective August 1, will include production, global sales and marketing of four labels: Geyser Peak, Atlas Peak, Outlot and XYZin. This news follows the partnership announced in May, when Quintessential became the exclusive U.S. importer of several of … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading — Anheuser-Busch InBev Or Molson Coors: Which Drink Could Make You Richer?

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Here’s a hint:  At least in the short-term, it’s not dividend-slashing, deleveraging BUD.  Read the analysis from Forbes here.

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St. Petersburg Distillery Discounts Hand Sanitizer

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

St. Petersburg (Fla.) Distillery said it was discounting the price of hand sanitizer 50% to help slow the spread of Covid-19. “With this promotion, we’re making these locally-made products available to help keep locals safe and healthy throughout the crisis,” … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Seeks Comment on Direct Shipping License

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The proposed regulation can be found here.

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Still Austin to Launch Flagship Bourbon

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

It features grains that are 100% grown by Texas farmers. The bourbon is handmade from grain-to-glass at the distillery, aged for at least two years in new charred AmericanOak barrels, and bottled at98.4proof (49.2% ABV). It’s comprised of  a high-quality … Continue reading →

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