Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Benriach’s 2 New Whiskies Debut in U.S.

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Benriach Distillery announced the U.S. debut of two expressions that reflect the traditional methods of Scotch whisky-making dating back to the earliest days of the Speyside distillery. Benriach Malting Season ($148), the first expression in a century to be produced entirely … Continue reading →

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Chateau Quintus Acquires Chateau Grand-Pontet

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Château Quintus is acquiring Château Grand-Pontet, a Grand Cru Classé, located in an exceptional position just a few meters from the village of Saint-Emilion and only 1 km to the north of its existing parcels. This property is surrounded by … Continue reading →

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Shipping Woes Delay World Atlas of Beer

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Crowded ports, containers in the wrong place, labor shortages all have contributed to challenges for all sorts of businesses.  Now we learn that publication of the World Atlas of Beer has been delayed until Nov. 2 because of shipping delays. … Continue reading →

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A-B Signs as Sponsor of Age-Verification Technology

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The move by Anheuser-Busch follows an earlier announcement that MillerCoors Beverage Co. is sponsoring the still-in-development digital identification solution that enhances current age-verification systems and protects user privacy. TruAge, developed by NACS, the global trade association that represents the convenience and fuel … Continue reading →

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A-B to Distribute ShineWater

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Anheuser-Busch’s network of Wholly Owned Distributors (AB One) will distsribute ShineWater.  ShineWater isn’t an alcoholic beverage, but is described as a “ready-to-drink hydration beverage with 100% of the daily recommended vitamin D.” Founded by a former FDA physician, ShineWater was orginally based … Continue reading →

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Organic Wine Market Seen Growing at 10.8% CAGR

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

That’s a projection by Transparency Market Research.  If correct, the organic wine market valuation would hit $30 billion by 2030. To support that projection, Transparency says more consumers are buying organic products, spurred by growing environmental concerns.   Organic wines aren’t … Continue reading →

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