Monthly Archives: October 2020

Trailer on Johnnie Walker Documentary Released

The 60-second preview for The Man Who Walked Around the World  will premiere globally on Discovery’s portfolio of brands and services on Nov. 12. It features contributions from Wu-Tang Clan’s Cappadonna, actress and activist Sophia Bush, rock musician Zakk Wylde, 88rising’s … Continue reading

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Ketel One Offers Special Programming to Celebrate End of DST

Ketel One Botanical is offering what it calls a “meaningful way” to celebrate the 60 extra minutes people gain when Daylight Savings Time ends.  It’s calling those extra minute the “Spritz O’Clock” movement. Teaming up with influential lifestyle leaders, Ketel … Continue reading

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On-premise beer Volume Down 36% From Year Earlier

That’s according to BeerBoard, which also said that on a national basis, volume was up 7.9% from the Oct. 9-11 weekend.  The numbers are way down, thanks to Covidl

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The Crucifixion of the Hospitality Industry

Here’s a factoid that should make you angry:  As of Monday, The Wall Street Journal reports, the U.S. was averaging 56,000 new Covid-19 cases a day.  Meanwhile, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Hong Kong combined have averaged less than 1,000 … Continue reading

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NABI Urges U.S., EU to Reach Accord in Airbus Dispute

With the European Union drafting its list of retailiatory tariffs under the Boeing dispute and the U.S. evaluating its next steps in its Airbus retailiatory tariffs, National Association of Beverage Importers President Robert M. Tobiassen suggested a way forward for the … Continue reading

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Ole Smoky Distillery Joins Responsibility.org

Ole Smoky’s roots trace back to the early settlers of the Smoky Mountains, where they craft their moonshine and whiskey spirits with care, authenticity and pride. Founded in 2010, Ole Smoky was Tennessee’s First Legal Moonshine Distillery, and the company … Continue reading

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