Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Does the Supreme Court’s EPA Decision Put TTB’s Regulations at Risk?

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

There’s an ancient Chinese curse: “May you live in interesting times.”  That thought occurred to us as we contemplated yesterday’s  Supreme Court decision striking down a proposed regulation would have drastically reduced the use of coal in power plants. The … Continue reading →

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Bardstown Bourbon to Buy Green River Spirits

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Bardstown Bourbon Co. said it agreed to buy Green River Spirits Co.  The deal will give Bardstown two production sites and the Green River brand.  Terms weren’t disclosed. “We’re excited to forge this new partnership, which brings together two world-class teams and … Continue reading →

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Wine’s Impact on Virginia Economy Grew 27% from 2015 to 2019

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

That’s according to a new study that estimates the economic impact of Virginia wines to be $1.73 billion as of 2019. Wine accounts f0r 10,420 full-time equivalent jobs, $398.8 million in wages, adn $246.7 million in wine-related tourism revenue.  The … Continue reading →

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Economy Watch: U.S. Spending Breakdown Fuels Recession Fears

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

U.S. consumer spending has been revised sharply lower through the first four months of the year, and with May now reporting an outright contraction it is clear that the trajectory of the US economy is not looking good. Further interest … Continue reading →

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Pernod Ricard Creates Unit to Oversee American Whiskeys

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Pernod Ricard created a dedicated business unit — The American Whiskey Collective — to manage marketing and production of its premium American whiskey brands and appointed veteran Pernod Ricard marketer Craig Johnson to lead the team along with Jessica Chen.  Johnson is joining … Continue reading →

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Sammy Hagar Offers Canned Rum Cocktails in Florida

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Following successful rollout in California, Nevada and Texas, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and spirits trailblazer Sammy Hagar is rolling out his new, award-winning Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co. top-shelf sparkling rum cocktails in a can throughout Florida, starting early summer. … Continue reading →

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