Author Archives: Donna Whitaker

Reyka Vodka Helps Save the Puffin

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Iceland is home to one of the world’s largest puffin colonies. However, due to overhunting and climate change, Iceland’s beloved

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Luxury Wines and Spirits Market Seen Growing to $1.122 Trillion by 2022

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

The global market for luxury wines and spirits was valued at $812.11 billion in 2015, and is expected to reach $1.122 trillion by 2022,

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Bombay Sapphire Seeks Most Imaginative Bartender

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Submissions are being accepted until June 30.  Established as one of the industry’s most prestigious bartending competitions, the

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Yes, African-Americans Drink Bourbon. And Distillers Are Finally Catching On. Groups like the Black Bourbon Society have formed to share an appreciation of the whiskey, despite the industry’s fraught history on matters of race.  (New York Times)   Ohio Man … Continue reading →

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Siboney Cellars to Open Own Winery in Texas Hill Country

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Siboney Cellars, which has been producing wine since 2017 under its own permit at Hawk’s Shadow Winery in Dripping Springs, Tex., will soon have its own home on a 52 acre parcel on U.S. 290,

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Fire Contained at Sazerac Facility in Indiana

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

The New Albany, Ind., plant experienced a flash fire after product released during production caught fire, the New Albany Fire Dept. said. The “well-maintained spring system” held the fire in check until firefighters arrived. The fire was contained in the … Continue reading →

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