Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Shannon Family of Wines Wins 100% Organic Certification

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The certification makes the Lake County, Calif., producer one of the largest 100% certified organic mountain-grown vineyards in the country.  Shannon has adopted a wide variety of sustainable practices displayed by the winery, from regenerative farming practices to the elimination … Continue reading →

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Chopin Vodka Introduces USDA Organic Rye Vodka to U.S. Market

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Chopin Vodka, the world’s first super-premium vodka, is releasing Chopin Rye Organic, its first organic single-ingredient vodka in in California, Florida, Texas, Colorado, and Washington. The spirit is made from a heritage rye variety called Dankowskie Ruben, which is certified … Continue reading →

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Economy Watch: Recession Threat Is Rising, ING Says

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

“U.S. inflation is above 9%, but it is the breadth of the price pressures that is really concerning for the Federal Reserve,” says James Knightley, chief economist at ING Economics. “With supply conditions showing little sign of improvement the onus … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Kentucky Distillers’ Association announces several staff promotions: Adam Johnson, 47, becomes the KDA’s first VP-State Relations. He has led the KDA’s Kentucky Bourbon Trail experiences since 2012. Colleen Thomas, 47, is the KDA’s first VP-Operations. She has been with the KDA … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Most Expensive Bottle of Champagne Sold for $2.5 Million—NFTs Included The buyers, Italian brothers with wealth from crypto and fashion, don’t plan to pop the cork. ‘I think it will be a good investment.’ (Wall Street Journal) Champagne Bottles Filled … Continue reading →

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Diageo Promotes Debra Crew to Global COO, Names Claudia Schubert President, North America

Posted on July 12, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Crew is currently president, North America and Global Supply. As Chief Operating Officer, Crew will take accountability for driving continued performance momentum across Diageo’s markets, brands and supply operations globally, and will continue to report to Ivan Menezes, Chief Executive. … Continue reading →

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