Monthly Archives: May 2021

Angel’s Envy to Release Limited-Run Bourbon Finished in Madeira Casks

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Angel’s Envy, Louisville, said it will release Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Madeira Casks in celebration of Father’s Day. The limited-run, 100-proof (50% ABV) whiskey is the third release in Angel’s Envy’s Cellar Collection, the brand’s special release … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

HIRED: Derek VanTine joins Ste. Michelle Wine Estates as vp-East Region.  He joins from Asahi International where he was U.S. managing director. Pierrick Bouquet as vp-marketing, 21Seeds, a real fruit infused tequila company.  He joins from Château d’Esclans,where he was marketing … Continue reading →

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Fire Destroys Westport Winery Distillery

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The spirit production building for Ocean’s Daughter Distillery, Aberdeen, Wash.,a subsidiary of Westport Winery, was destroyed by fire Saturday (5/15).  The building contained the business’s still, all their warehoused spirits, shipping supplies, tools, and thousands of empty wine bottles staged … Continue reading →

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Southern Comfort Supports Healing for Vets, First Responders

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Southern Comfort (Sazerac) said it is supporting Heroes on the Water, a non-profit organization focused on the healing and rehabilitation of our nation’s heroes through outdoors-focused therapeutic programs, such as fishing, kayaking and more. Consumers can purchase Southern Comfort “Americana-themed”” … Continue reading →

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67% of Consumers Visited On-Premise for Food, 22% for Drinks: Survey

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Asked about future plans, two-thirds of consumers inTexas, Florida, Illinois and New York said they plan to visit on-premise venues for food-led occasions, and 25% for drinks. Consumers 21-34 have visited for drinks twice as much as those who are … Continue reading →

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B-F, NABI Encouraged by Tariff Talks, Hope for Full Removal of Duties

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Brown-Forman Corp. said it was ‘encouraged” by Monday’s announcement the European Union and the U.S. had agreed to resume talks to settle the steel/aluminum subsidy dispute.The move avoids the doubling of tariffs on American whiskey, and Brown-Forman said it applauded … Continue reading →

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