Monthly Archives: January 2022

Beer Pouring Locations Bounces Back to Above 90%

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

As 2022 got underway, 89% of beer-pouring locations were open and pouring beer the weekend of Jan. 6-9, according to BeerBoard. But that didn’t long, BeerBoard reports, noting that it has returned to 90% or better. The number of taps … Continue reading →

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NBWA Beer Purchaser’s Index Back to Pre-Pandemic Readings

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

For the first time since April 2020, the National Beer Wholesalers Association Beer Purchasers’ Index for January came in below 50.  The reading of 46, combined with an at-risk inventory reading of 58 is reminiscent of when the industry frequently experienced … Continue reading →

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Woodford Reserve’s Double Double Oaked Offered in Sweeps

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

“Double Double Oaked has such a cult following, which makes it very difficult for consumers to get their hands,” Master Distiller Chris Morris said. “This sweepstakes will allow more of our fans to have the chance to try this special … Continue reading →

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2 in 3 U.S. Companies Plan to Expand Workforce in 1st Half

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Some 65% of U.S. senior managers surveyed by Robert Half plan to add new permanent positions.  That’s up 14 points from six months ago.  Another 33% said they expect to fill vacated positions. Among the 24 U.S. cities in the survey, … Continue reading →

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G4 Tequila Releases Limited Blend

Posted on January 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

G4 Tequila is releasing a limited batch blend, G4 Blanco with Wood Fermentation, in key markets this week. Only 1,100 cases of G4 Blanco with Wood Fermentation exist. They will be shipped on Monday, January 24, to on and off-premise … Continue reading →

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RNDC Seattle Drivers, Employed by Penske, Vote to Join Teamsters

Posted on January 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

More than 75% of the nearly 100 beverage delivery and warehouse workers employed by Penske Logistics who warehouse and deliver products for Republic National Distributing Co. have voted to join Teamsters Local 174. The Penske workers join fellow beverage workers from … Continue reading →

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