Monthly Archives: June 2021

Mobile Sports Betting Can Boost Bar, Restaurant Sales

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Illinois legalized mobile sports betting in June 2020, and CGA found that 22% of consumers have participated in mobile sports betting while at a bar or restaurant. In New York, where legislation supporting legal sports betting is expected to pass, … Continue reading →

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Bev/Al Groups Urge Biden to Reach Deal with UK Premier To Remove Tariffs on Spirits

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition, 50 associations representing the entire three-tier chain of the U.S. alcohol industry, sent a letter to President Biden urging that he and Prime Minister Boris Johnson hammer out a deal to permanently remove U.S. and UK tariffs … Continue reading →

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Rootstock Cider Enters Texas Through Favorite Brands

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Rootstock Cider & Spirits, a farmstead cidery and craft distiller in western New York, has introduced its hard ciders and spirits to the Texas market through distributor Favorite Brands, beginning in June. Rootstock kicked off its expansion into Texas by … Continue reading →

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Off-Premise Sales Slip 10.9%, But Still Far Above Average

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

It shouldn’t be a surprise that with on-premise locations reopening, some of that alcohol purchasing would be moving to on-premise from off-premise. For the latest four weeks ending May 29, 2021, Nielsen IQ reports total alcohol off-premise sales fell 10.9% … Continue reading →

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Cutwater Launches Vodka Transfusion

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Cutwater Spirits (Anheuser-Busch) launches its newest canned cocktail, Vodka Transfusion. Known as a true golfer’s cocktail, the Transfusion is a modern classic enjoyed at golf course bars and country clubs across the world. Cutwater’s Transfusion is delicious, portable, and refreshing … Continue reading →

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BeerBoard ‘Partners’ with A Head for Profits

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

BeerBoard said it partnered with A Head For Profits, the North American leader in draft beer equipment sales, installation and service. Terms weren’t disclosed. BeerBoard has established itself as the hospitality industry’s leader in technology and insights. Managing over $1 … Continue reading →

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