Monthly Archives: February 2022

Who & What —

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Beam Suntory hires Jerry Daykin as vp-global media.  He will be based in London, and joins from Diageo.

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Utah’s Gov. Removes Russian Products From Stores

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

“Russia’s ruthless attack on a sovereign nation is an egregious violation of human rights,” Gov. Spencer Cox said. “Utah stands in solidarity with Ukraine and will not support Russian enterprises, no matter how small the exchange.” The order also directors … Continue reading →

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From Bill Clinton to Donald Trump, Every President Has Failed to Lead a Defense of Democracy

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

It wasn’t all that long ago — just 16 years, in fact — that half of the world’s population lived in countries designated as “free.”  Now, just one in five do, according to Freedom House.  Whether that will reverse now … Continue reading →

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No & Low Alcohol Beer Will Be Vital to Category’s Growth

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

At the end of 2021, CGA’s On Premise Measurement service (OPM) reveals the no/low alcohol segment within beer was worth just under $100 million in sales compared to $99 million at the end of 2019 – demonstrating that the segment … Continue reading →

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Stoli Group Denounces Russian Aggression

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Stoli Group, owners of Stoli Vodka, Elit Vodka and other brands, including Kentucky Owl, condemned the Russian invasion of Ukraine.  In a statement it said it “unequivocally condemn(s) the military action in Ukraine and stand in support of the Ukrainian people. ” … Continue reading →

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Ohio, New Hampshire Govs. Pull Russian Vodka from State Stores

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The 487 liquor agencies Ohio were directed to pull “Green Mark Vodka” and “Russian Standard Vodka” from their shelves immediately. Gov. Mike DeWine (R)  also ordered the state’s Department of Commerce to cease the purchase and sale of all vodka … Continue reading →

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