Monthly Archives: September 2020

Bev/Al Coalition: Today is the Day to Call Congress to Support Craft Bev/Al Producers

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Bev/Al leaders are urging industry advocates across the nation to participate in a national Day of Action on today (9/9) by contacting their members of Congress to urge passage of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act, S.362/H.R. 1175 … Continue reading →

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NC Craft Distiller Produces Ava Gardner Bourbon

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Seven Jars Distillery, Charlotte, N.C., partnered with the Ava Gardner Trust and Legacy Talent and Entertainment to produce  Ava Gardner Select Bourbon Whiskey, which will be available for a limited release beginning on October 16, 2020. Born on December 24, … Continue reading →

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Maraska Unveils New Packaging for its Marachino Liqueur

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Maraska, the Croatian distiller of Eastern European Specialty liqueurs and the No. 1 imported Slivovitz in the U.S., has just released new packaging for its world-famous Maraschino Liqueur. Maraska Maraschino Liqueur is made from Maraska’s estate-grown Marasca cherries and is … Continue reading →

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Crown Royal Acts to Aid Bars, Nightclubs, Restaurants

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

More than 90% of independent venues including bars, stages and clubs that employ around 15.6 million people across the U.S., are in danger of closing forever as communities continue to battle the business impacts of COVID-19. In response and as … Continue reading →

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Stella Rosa Wines Launches New Royale

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

San Antonio Winery extends the Stella Rosa brand to the next level with the launch of Stella Rosa Royale. Inspired by the classic Stella Rosa Rosso, Stella Rosa Royale is darker, bolder, and has a higher alcohol percentage than its … Continue reading →

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Total Bev/Al Imports Decline 21% in Months

Posted on September 7, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

That’s according to bw166, which analyzed Commerce Department statistics that showed total beverage alcohol imports (including bulk and packaged) declined -5% by value over the last 12 months and declined -21% by value over the last three months. 29% of all … Continue reading →

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