Monthly Archives: September 2020

Famed Architect Frank Gehry Creates New Bottle for Hennessy’s 150th Anniversary

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The decanter was designed by Frank Gehry, the architect, to mark the 150th anniversary of Hennessy X.O.  It marries gold and glass to ushers in a fitting new era for the Extra Old Cognac with a striking design that encapsulates … Continue reading →

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Brush Creek Distillery Launches 1st Line of Spirits in Wyoming

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Brush Creek Distillery, a small-batch distiller set in the one-of-a-kind epicurean center of world-renowned Brush Creek Ranch, launched its first line of Brush Creek spirits in the Wyoming market. The spirits are distilled and crafted on-site, embracing local and natural … Continue reading →

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Kraken Rum Intros Black Roast Coffee Rum

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

It’s being introduced today (9/29).  Kraken Black Roast features a dark complexity and is unexpectedly rich and smooth with notes of coffee and spice.

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BeerBoard: 92% Locations Open and Pouring Beer

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

That’s unchanged from the week before, but a huge improvement from the 16% in May 8-10.  The average number of taps is up, too, rising to 18 per location from 17 in the Sept. 11-13.  Michigan, Tennessee and Texas all … Continue reading →

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Perrin Brewing Marks Anniversary with 2 Brews

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Perrin Brewing Co., Comstock, Mich., is toasting its eighth anniversary with two specialty beers: Malted Milk Ball Imperial Porter and Anniversary Amber Ale. Both limited release beers are available at the Pub starting today. Malted Milk Ball was the first … Continue reading →

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Glass Fire Destroys Chateau Boswell Winery in St. Helena

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

While those of us in the Bos-Wash corridor are agog over the New York Times story about President Trump’s tax returns, a true disaster is occurring in California wine country. For what may be the first time, a fire, the “Glass … Continue reading →

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