Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Lux Row Distillers Releases Blood Oath Trilogy – Second Edition

Lux Row Distillers released Blood Oath Trilogy – Second Edition, the latest collection of limited-release bourbons, or “Pacts,” created by Lux Row Master Distiller John Rempe. Featuring 750 ml bottles of Pacts 4, 5 and 6, this latest Trilogy has … Continue reading

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Breakthru Beverage Group Expands Portfolio with CBD and Relaxation Beverages

Breakthru Beverage Group said it added CBD and Relaxation beverages to its portfolio of wine, spirits, beer and non-alc products through a partnership with Recess, a leader in the fast-emerging category. Breakthru will carry both Recess’ flagship CBD line and … Continue reading

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Heitz Cellars Marks 60th Anniversary with Opening New Hospitality Center, Return of Classic Cuvee

Congratulations to Heitz Cellars with is marking its 60th Anniversary, opening a a newly renovated, world class hospitality center, designed by renowned architect Peter Fleming; as well as the launch of Lot-C 91, a special cuvée that has not been … Continue reading

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Distillery Owner Pleads Guilty in College Admissions Scandal

Marci Palatella, co-owner of Bardstown, Ky., Preservation Distillery, known for its Very Olde Saint Nick and Rare Perfection bottlings, agreed to plead guilty to paying $500,000 to bribe her son into the University of Southern California. Under a plea agreement, she is … Continue reading

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A-B Joins Recycling Label Program

Anheuser-Busch joined the How2Recycle labeling program. As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and its US 2025 Sustainability Goals, Anheuser-Busch has committed to 100% of its packaging being made from a majority of recycled content or returnable by the … Continue reading

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Ackley Beverage Group Launches Its 1st Premium Brand of Washington State wines

Ackley is launching the new wines under the Cataclysm brand.  “We have always had a deep respect for the Washington wine community,” said Brandon Ackley, president. “This is our home, and we are thrilled to now produce a wine made … Continue reading

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