Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

TTB Accepts $130,000 to Settle Charges Against Minhas Micro Distillery

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The charges included failing to timely file federal excise tax returns, failure to pay timely federal excise tax, failure to properly account for distilled spirits and wine removed from bonded premises, and a number of other administrative violations.

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Fired SGWS Employee Sues, Alleges Wasn’t Paid for Overtime

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

David Silva, a former chain sales merchandiser for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, sued the giant wholesaler alleging he was required to work “off the clock” so his supervisor could meet a quota as well as other violations of California labor … Continue reading →

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Natural Light Intros a Strawberry Lemonade Flavored Vodka

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

It’a 30% ABV, 96 calories, 6 grams of carbs and no protein. “The interests and taste preferences of consumers are constantly changing. They are not always going to eat and drink the same thing all the time, and they like … Continue reading →

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Caldor Fire Skirts Wineries, Vineyards in Amador and El Dorado Counties

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Caldor Fire has doubled in size and as of last night was only 16% contained.  It was reported to be threatening the Lake Tahoe resort area. CalFire reports 40 structures have been damaged, 669 destroyed, including two at Miraflores … Continue reading →

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El Dorado Amber Ale Now Available All Year Round in Mid-Atlantic Market

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

El Dorado Amber Ale, produced by Guinness brewers at the Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore, is now available year-round on shelves across select cities in Maryland, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Northern Virginia, Southern New Jersey and Delaware. “We took the nostalgia of American Amber Ale – a driving … Continue reading →

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IZO Spirits Raising Capital Through Crowdfunding

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Izo Spirits, producers of a full line of Mexican spirits, is seeking to raise $1.07 million of  additional capital through StartEngine, the largest equity crowdfunding platform in the U.S. When we checked last night, Izo had raised $140,812.  The company … Continue reading →

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