Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

F.Y.I.–

Posted on July 15, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

How to ‘Supercool’ Your Home (and Why You Should) I would never more do this in my house than I would spend a night in an ice hotel.  But it might be a smart idea to cut utility bills in … Continue reading →

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Wine Groups Vow to Fight Just-Passed Model Act on Direct Shipping

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

It may not be war, but Wine Institute and WineAmerica have vowed to “actively oppose” a proposed law that would significantly tighten direct shipping of alcohol beverages. And it may be unconstitutional, National Association of Wine Retailers (NAWR) warned. The Model … Continue reading →

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Masq Hard Tea Expands to Texas with L&F Distributors, Favorite Brands

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Masq Hard Tea, a health-forward, all-natural hard tea geared toward active lifestyle consumers., said it awarded distribution rights in Texas to L&F Distributors and Favorite Brands.  March launched in 2021 and is now in 14 states.  Masq is 4% ABV, … Continue reading →

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Talisker Launches “One for the Sea” Campaign to Preserve and Protect New York Harbor As Part of Commitment to Ocean Health

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky said it will extend its partnership with local New York City nonprofit Billion Oyster Project (BOP) as the lead sponsor of its Shell Collection Program for the third consecutive year. The partnership is a component … Continue reading →

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Timberwolf Whiskey Launches Barrel-Aged Bourbon Brand

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Timberwolf Whiskey is seeking regional distributors as a prelude to national distribution. “Our first product was just bottled last month,” said founder Rob Thomas. “Our first plan is to expand local distribution state-by-state across the country.”  Timberwolf is headquartered in … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Do I Owe Money to Ohio State Every Time I Use the Word “THE”? The title of this article is a text I got after The Ohio State University successfully registered “The” as a trademark with the USPTO. That got … Continue reading →

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