Monthly Archives: June 2021

Spindrift Sweeps Offers 10 Opportunities for a ‘Perfect Day’

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Spindrift Spiked, which launched in mid-March, is offering 10 opportunities to win a “perfect day.”  The opportunities are: June 16 – Your Perfect Camping Adventure June 23 – Your Perfect Golf Day June 30 – Your Perfect Pool Day July … Continue reading →

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WSWA Warns Travelers of Counterfeit Bev/Al Products

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America warned consumers that ” not all countries have a well-regulated beverage alcohol system like the U.S. During the pandemic, many vacation destinations closed breweries and distilleries because they were said to be “nonessential.”  The … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

HIRED:  Tony Chvala as global CEO of Axia Spirit, a new extra-dry mastiha spirit (40% ABV) to launch soon in the U.S., UK and Greece.  He was instrumental in building Amazon’s private label program (AmazonBasics) globally and Groupon’s third pillar … Continue reading →

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Underground Cellar Closes $12.5 Million Funding

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Series A round was led by Accomplice, with participation from Golden Ventures and Bling Capital. Launched in 2011, Underground Cellar reimagined the way customers purchase and experience wine with its innovative “gamification” AI technology that is integrated at the … Continue reading →

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Yuengling Launches a 99 Calorie Lager

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Light Lager 99 tastes almost identical to Yuengling’s flagship Lager brand, but it has lower calorie and carb count and better ABV stats (99 calories, 3.2 grams carbs & 4% ABV) than its previous light lager. “With today’s demand for … Continue reading →

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Intrepid Spirits Upgrades March March Hare Label

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Mad March Hare, the award-winning Irish Poitín brand from Intrepid Spirits, has upgraded its bottle. The new imagery, inspired by Celtic art and mythology, creates a strong link to the ancient and legendary spirit, made in Ireland since the 6th … Continue reading →

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