Author Archives: Donna Whitaker

Running Hare Vineyard Suffers $2.5 Million Damage in Fire

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

The winery’s manufacturing and bottling building were completely engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived a bit after 6 a.m. yesterday.

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McCormick Distilling Taps SGWS to Enter 3 More States

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

 McCormick Distilling Co. of Weston, Mo., expanded its regional footprint with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, consolidating its brands in Missouri and Iowa and adding the

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TTB Launches AVA Map Explorer

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

A tip of the hat to Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau for launching the AVA Map Explorer.  It’s a map of the U.S. with

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Papa’s Pilar Acts to Aid Recovery in Abaco Islands After Hurricane Dorian

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

 Papa’s Pilar, maker of award-winning Papa’s Pilar Dark and Blonde Rums, said it will donate $10 for every Papa’s Pilar

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Absolut Launches New Limited Edition Bottle Celebrating Recycling

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

The new bottle is made with more than 41% recycled glass, just like all Absolut’s bottles. This campaign is part of Absolut’s brand platform, Create a Better Tomorrow, Tonight. Absolut believes in building a more open world by using creativity … Continue reading →

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Yuengling Intros Hershey’s Chocolate Porter

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Yuengling Hershey’s Chocolate Porter will be available on draft only, in select markets, while supplies last, starting mid-October 2019. This is the first beer collaboration for the two

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