Monthly Archives: June 2022

Gallo Signs on as NFL Sponsor

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

E. & J. Gallo Winery will be the Official Wine Sponsor of the NFL. The multi-branded, multi-year agreement is uniquely structured to engage NFL fans and will include opportunities for local team activation, player imagery and appearances, on-site presence at … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. members elect Ugo Fiorenzo of Campari America chair and Ann Mukherjee, chairman/ceo, Pernod Ricard North America vice chair.

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Global Bev/Al Rebounds in 2021: IWSR

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Global beverage alcohol value more than recovered last year, growing 12% to $1.17 trillion, overcoming a Covid-driven decline of 4% in 2020.  That’s according to IWSR Drinks Market Analysis.  Total alcohol grew 3% after loses of 6% in 2020. “Our … Continue reading →

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Here’s What’s Wrong with DtC Sales, According to WSWA

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

No question about it: Direct shipping of wine to consumers has been a God-send to wineries, especially those too small to attract attention from established distributors, such as those that belong to Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America.  When Covid forced … Continue reading →

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NielsenIQ Acquires CGA

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Nielsen IQ acquired CGA, a provider of on-premise insights.  The acquisition, terms of which weren’t disclosed, builds on NielsenIQ’s  2009 investment in CGA and will deliver the most innovative and granular alcoholic beverage measurement and insights solution, with the single aim … Continue reading →

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Angel’s Envy Unveils $8.2 Million Distillery Expansion

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The $8.2 million Brand Home expansion adds 13,000 square feet and doubles annual guest capacity at Angels Envy distillery in Louisville. The expansion, which adds 13,000 square feet to the facility, will allow Angel’s Envy to welcome an additional 64,000 visitors each … Continue reading →

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