Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

What We’re Reading —

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

George Washington’s Distillery in Mount Vernon Hosts Special Distilling Project For the first time ever, farming experts from around the world gathered at George Washington’s Distillery and ran a large scale production of rye whiskey using heirloom grains. It was … Continue reading →

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New Belgium Collaborates with Four Rose for Oakspire Bourbon Barrel Ale

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Seeking to up the ante with innovation and world-class bourbon flavors, New Belgium Brewing collaborated with Four Roses Bourbon, known for its smooth, fruit forward and slightly spicy bourbons, to invent a brewing process that would represent the absolute best … Continue reading →

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On-Premise Dips Slightly in Week: CGA

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

While CGA’s latest sales data reveals On Premise velocity in outlets currently trading is 46% higher than the same time last year in the week to October 30 and up 21% against the equivalent week in 2019, CGA noted that … Continue reading →

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Uruguay’s Great Wines Looking for U.S. Distributors

Posted on November 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Uruguay’s wine producers produce exceptional wines, wine writer Amanda Barnes says.  And they are looking for U.S. distributors.  Listen to my interview here, and read the notes below. Uruguay is a nation of small family vineyards, more that 600 in all that … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on November 5, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Dant Crossing and Log Still Distillery promote Mary Margo Lankford to executive vice president managing Dant Crossing’s operations, spirits distribution, and more, overseeing the hospitality, marketing, and sales departments. Lankford has been with Dant Crossing and Log Still Distillery since … Continue reading →

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Bud Light Appeals to Texans With Special Can

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Bud Light Texas Pack pays tribute to the state, its people and their larger-than-life Texas pride with custom cans that feature the state’s signature Lone Star front and center. The new pack is an exclusive Texas offering that will … Continue reading →

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