Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Does ‘Sober Curious’ Pose a Threat to Bev/Al Marketers?

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Wall Street Journal is noting that a “sober curious movement” is building online.  The story posted on WSJ.com Sunday morning and will, we suspect, run either Monday or Tuesday. “Sober curious, or gray-area, drinkers suspect they drink too much … Continue reading →

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Simply Wall St Finds ABI’s Returns Aren’t Growing

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Back when a gaggle of Brazilian investment bankers were stalking Anheuser-Busch InBev, we observed that they might be good in seizing control of companies, but their marketing chops left something to be desired.   Nothing since they deposed the Busch family from … Continue reading →

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Sugarlands in Multi-Year Sponsorship of New Orleans Saints

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The agreement makes Sugarlands Shine the “Official Moonshine of the Saints.” As part of the deal, Sugarlands Distilling Co., Gatlinburg, Tenn., will also produce two specialty products unique to the New Orleans market and surrounding areas. The first is Voodoo … Continue reading →

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Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

As expected, Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer, retail, and distribution investments, said it completed its acquisition of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates from Altria Group, Inc. “We believe Ste. Michelle Wine Estates’ outstanding portfolio of iconic wine brands … Continue reading →

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F.Y.I. —

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Painless, Silent Organ Damage Seen in Covid ‘Long Hauler’ Study Injury to the blood-filtering organ can occur among people who recover from the coronavirus at home, and escalates with the severity of Covid, Bloomberg reports. Even non-hospitalized patients with no … Continue reading →

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CBrands Top Stock Pick for Credit Suisse. Here’s Why

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

That recommendation will hold through year-end, Credit Suisse says, citing Constellation Brands‘ “healthy depletions, minimal seltzer exposue and margin upside” along with expected improving supply and “steady on-premise performance.” It’s an example of how staying focused on the fundamentals, and not … Continue reading →

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