Monthly Archives: May 2022

Duckhorn Portfolio Acquires 265-Acre Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard in Paso Robles, Calif.

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. said it acquired the 289-acre Bottom Line Ranch in the San Miguel District sub-appellation of the Paso Robles AVA. Planted exclusively to 265 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, the vineyard features seven top clones on three drought-tolerant rootstocks. With … Continue reading →

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Beer Imports Jump 16.7% in March

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

That’s according to the Beer Institute after analyzing Census Bureau data.  There was particularly large growth in Mexican (23.8%), Irish (77.8%) and Canadian (32.7%) imports. Year-to-date, imports are up 9.7% overall. There was also massive growth in NA beers, with a 39.5% … Continue reading →

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Simply Spiked Lemonade to Hit Shelves in June

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Simply Spiked Lemonade (Molson Coors Beverage Co.) is set to hit shelves in the U.S. this June. It will launch in variety packs of 12-ounce slim cans featuring four flavors: Signature Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, Watermelon Lemonade and Blueberry Lemonade. Select … Continue reading →

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Ole Smoky Distillery Names 2022 Charity Partners

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The two charity partners are Friends of the Smokies, a local charity, and Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE).  Friends of the Smokies is dedicated to protecting the birthplace of Ole Smoky Distillery, the Great Smoky Mountains, and the company is … Continue reading →

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Caorunn Launches Higher ABV Highland Strength Gin in U.S.

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Caorunn is launching its Highland Strength Gin in the U.S., this is the highest strength gin the portfolio at a bold 54% abv. Produced specifically to enhance cocktails, the higher alcohol content evaporates more quickly in the mouth leaving behind … Continue reading →

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Ackley Beverage Group Changes Name, Seeks New Brands

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Ackley Beverage Group has changed its name to Ackley Brands and said it is actively seeking new wine partnerships and acquisition opportunities. Recently, Ackley Brands launched Borealis, a new Oregon Pinot Noir. Last year, the company debuted Cataclysm Wine Co, its … Continue reading →

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