Monthly Archives: August 2020

TTB: Don’t Make Health Claims

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

There’s a rising number of health claims in alcohol advertising, Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau said, adding they are illegal.  It encouraged producers to take advantage of its free advertising review service. “We have found an increasing number of … Continue reading →

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A-B Transitions Fleet to Renewable Natural Gas

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The move is part of the company’s commitment to sustainable logistics and lower carbon emissions.  Some 180 trucks, about 30% of its fleet, are involved. In 2014 and 2015, Anheuser-Busch converted 160 diesel-fueled trucks in Houston and St. Louis to … Continue reading →

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A-B Donates Hand Sanitizer for Election Effort

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Anheuser-Busch is donating 8 million gallons of sanitizer and will make them available through state election officials at polling stations. The sanitizer is being produced at the Baldwinsville, N.Y., and Los Angeles breweries as well as at Cutwater Spirits of … Continue reading →

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Washington State Promotes Washington Wines

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

With a goal of 12 million impressions, Washington State Wine Commission is rolling out its new Drink for WA campaign.  It’s an effort to promote wineries, farmers, restaurants, the hospitality industry and tourism throughout Washington State. Consumers are urged to … Continue reading →

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Diageo to Acquire Aviation Gin, Davos Brands for $610 Million

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Diageo said it will pay $610 million over 10 years to acquire Davos Brands, the owner of the Aviation American Gin brand and Davos’s other brands, Astral Tequila, Sombra Mezcal and TYKU Sake. Co-owner Ryan Reynolds, who has exercised creative … Continue reading →

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Frey Ranch Enters California

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Frey Ranch Distillery is introducing its flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey (45% ABV, $49.99 SRP) to the Northern California market this summer through Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Until now, this sustainably farmed, “ground-to-glass” whiskey has only been available for on … Continue reading →

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