Monthly Archives: June 2022

California to Require Responsible Beverage Certification for Servers

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

California is home to one of the most vociferous anti-alcohol group, Alcohol Justice.  So, it’s astounding to read that only now is California requiring responsible beverage service training for anyone who serves alcohol at 56,000 businesses across the street.  Everyone … Continue reading →

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Skrewball Whiskey Introduces Innovative 100ml Can Size

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Skrewball Whiskey, the original peanut butter whiskey, said it introduced an innovative 100ml can to its product lineup, which includes 750ml, 375ml, 200ml, 50ml and 1L glass bottles. Unlike RTD canned cocktails, this convenient and fun option offers two servings … Continue reading →

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Michter’s Only 2022 Release of 10 Year Rye Scheduled for July

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

 Michter’s will ship its first and only 2022 bottling of 10 Year Rye this July even as it holds back 10 Year Bourbon until 2023.  “It may be the only release we do of a 10 Year whiskey this year, but … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Napa Winery Turns Wine to Water A bottling line mishap left some red faces at a winery that sent samples to a competition.  (Wine-Searcher)

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Who & What —

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Gamble Family Vineyards hires Phillippe Melka and Maayan Koschitzky as winemakers, succeeding Jim Close.  In the coming years, Gamble plans to release a new AVA-specific tier of wines based on his sustainably farmed estate-vineyards in Oakville, Mt. Veeder and Rutherford. Additionally, Gamble’s flagship wine, … Continue reading →

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Heaven Hill Brands Names Kate and Allan Latts Co-Presidents

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Kate Latts is the daughter of current President Max L. Shapira, who will be assuming the new role of Executive Chairman.  Allan Latts is her husband.  Their appointment signals transition of America’s largest independent, family 0wned-and-led distilled spirits supplier, to … Continue reading →

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