Author Archives: Donna Whitaker

North Carolina Mulls 7-Day Spirits Sales, Tastings

HB 91, would allow local ABC boards to set retail days and hours of operation as they choose. It would also permit preplanned tasting

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French Bev/Al Execs Pledge to Rebuild Notre Dame

Bernard Arnault, the CEO at LVMH, has pledged €200 million and Francois Pinnault €100 million to help rebuild Notre Dame.  No word yet on donations from Pernod Ricard.

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Distillery Owner to Plead Innocent in College Admissions Scandal

Marci Palatella, CEO of a liquor distributor that owns Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, Ky., was among 33 wealthy

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CBrands Buys Minority Stake in Mezcal El Silencio

The investment was made through Constellation’s venture capital group that identifies and invests in premium emerging brands.

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Mira Winery Hires Winemaker Aide, to Open New Winery, Hospitality House

Mira Winery, Napa, hired Jesus Medina is joining the team as Assistant Winemaker. The announcement comes as Mira prepares

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Tealixir Herbal Brewery Ends Plastic 6-Pack Rings Use

“Plastic 6-pack rings are an environmental menace. Fortunately, breweries now have an option thanks to E6PR,” states Dan McCarthy, co-founder, Tealixir. “We decided to take the plunge the minute we discovered them. To us, the eco-friendly rings are a win-win … Continue reading

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