Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Responsibility.org Launches First-Of-Its-Kind Interactive Learning Experience to Prevent Impaired Driving

In an effort to increase awareness and stigmatize irresponsible drinking behavior, especially among high-risk drivers, Responsibility.org today launched Wrong Side of the Road—a new initiative designed to educate and change attitudes among the 21- to 35-year-old demographic who are continually … Continue reading

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Grey Goose Celebrates Martinis with a Film

Grey Goose Vodka debuted  its joyful new campaign film Vive Le Martini! Launching today, the 30-second spot showcases a lively soirée in which an effortlessly stylish crew of guests mirror the creation of one of the most revered and timeless cocktails … Continue reading

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What We’re Reading —

Why Was Anheuser-Busch InBev Stock On A Roll This Week? One reason:  The company’s third quarter performance: 83% organic growth in revenue, thanks to both higher volume and higher prices.  Also: Altria Group, which owns about 10% of ABI, has … Continue reading

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Who & What —

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits promotes Michael Jeffrey Executive VP and General Manager of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits of Colorado, succeeding Steve Noorlun, who will be retiring from this role on December 31, 2021 after 23 years with Southern Glazer’s. … Continue reading

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Phillips Distilling to Acquire Leroux, Kamora from Beam Suntory

The brands will be added to Phillips’ long-established cordial and liqueurs collection. Phillips Distilling Co. was the first to introduce America to Peppermint Schnapps in the 1930’s and Root Beer Schnapps in 1984. Today its Sour Puss and Butter Ripple … Continue reading

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Lux Row Distillers to Expand, Boosting Capacity 75%

Lux Row Distillers, Bardstown, Ky. announced a $4 million expansion beginning in November. When completed in late 2022, the expansion will allow Lux Row Distillers to operate 24 hours per day and increase its capacity by 75 percent. Opened in … Continue reading

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