Monthly Archives: March 2021

Off-Premise Sales Plunge, But Still Up Big from 2 Years Ago

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Think back a year.  Covid had just hit.  Across the country restaurants and bars closed.  And people flocked to their local package store (except in Pennsylvania where the Governor stupidly closed all retail liquor stores). Now the country is reopening.  … Continue reading →

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‘Untold Story of Jack Daniel’s’ Premieres April 9

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

A new documentary “Chasing Whiskey – The Untold Story of Jack Daniel’s” premieres across streaming channels on April 9. More than a simple narrative of the origins and impact of Jack Daniel’s, the documentary joins Tim Matheson, Shooter Jennings, Eric Church, … Continue reading →

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U.S. Chamber: Biden’s Infrastructure Plan ‘Dangerously Misguided’ on Taxes

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

“We need a big and bold program to modernize our nation’s crumbling infrastructure and we applaud the Biden administration for making infrastructure a top priority,” said Neil Bradley, executive vp-chief policy officer, U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “However, we believe the … Continue reading →

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CBrands Creates Separate Fine Wine Unit

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The new standalone, vertically integrated fine wine and craft spirits business unit to enable its aspiration to be the leader in the fine wine category and among the top portfolios in cult and luxury wine. The company will hire an … Continue reading →

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Food Company Invests $100 Million in New Facility at A-B’s St. Louis Brewery

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

EverGrain, a sustainable ingredient company owned by Anheuser-Busch that transforms saved grain from brewing into nutrient-rich ingredients that can be used in a variety of food and beverage products, said it will build its first full-scale factory at A-B’s historic … Continue reading →

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Calif. Chamber Sponsors ‘Virtual’ Cinco de Mayo Festival

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Bulleton, Calif., will host its annual Brewfest this year. But this year attendees will receive a 13-pack alcohol box delivered right to their front doors that includes craft beers, ciders, micheladas, margaritas and more, from 13 different companies. Breweries participating include … Continue reading →

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