Monthly Archives: January 2021

MGP Launches New Rye Single Barrel

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

MGP said it expanded this year’s Single Barrel selections to include three mash bills. Rossville Union Single Barrel releases will be offered at cask strength and are available for pre-sell until March 15. MGP invited participating accounts in the Single … Continue reading →

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Michelob Ultra Intros First National Usda Certified Organic Hard Seltzer

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Michelob Ultra Organic Seltzer, the first-ever national USDA certified organic hard seltzer, hits shelves nationwide this month with three refreshing flavors – cucumber lime, spicy pineapple and peach pear. It has zero carbs, zero sugar, 80 calories and is filtered … Continue reading →

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Pandemic Caused 10-Fold Jump in Online Sales at Family Wineries

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Covid pandemic resulted in a 10-fold increase in online sales at family wineries, Rob McMillan, evp and founder, Silicon Valley Bank Wine Division writes in his latest “State of the Industry” report, released yesterday. The pandemic rewarded those wineries that … Continue reading →

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Firestone Walker Brewing New Solar Array Sets a Mark

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

It’s one of the largest on-site solar arrays in the craft beer industry ­­­– a 2.1-megawatt solar array and 281-kilowatt solar carport on 9.7 acres in Paso Robles, Calif., and will generate the majority of the brewery’s energy, which is enough … Continue reading →

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Wolf Spirit Distillery’s Puncher’s Choice Hits 10K Cases in 4 Months

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Wolf Spirit Distillery, Eugene, Ore.,  launched Puncher’s Chance 100% Kentucky Straight Bourbon in September 2020, mid-pandemic. With only four full months of sales, this independent brand has already shipped more than 10,000 6-bottle cases, as well as 30 private barrels … Continue reading →

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Koloa Rum Co. Expands to Minnesota

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The brand is being distributed by Vinocopia Wine & Spirits.  Minnesota is the 28th state in which Koloa Rum’s products are available. Products available in Minnesota include Kaua’i White, Gold, Dark, Spice, Coconut and Coffee rums. Kōloa Rum Company was … Continue reading →

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