Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Spiribam Acquires Joseph Cartron

Posted on July 21, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Spiribam, a unit of Groupe Bernard Hayot dedicated to bringing “the finest Caribbean rum to the U.S., acquired Joseph Cartron Co., a producer of more than 70 fruit liqueurs and traditional eaux-de-vies in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy, France. Spiribam’s portfolio includes Rhum … Continue reading →

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Chateau Ste. Michelle Sets Sweeps to Celebrate New Labels

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

To celebrate the new labels, Chateau Ste. Michelle is giving 40 people a custom virtual interior design package from sought-after interior designer Cassandra Lavalle of @coco.kelley.  Whether one’s chateau is in your backyard, or in the closet where the kids … Continue reading →

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Wiseacre to Intro 2 Year-Round Brews

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Wiseacre Brewing Co., Memphis,  will launch two new year-round beers this summer: Irusu Rice Lager and Puffel Hazy Double IPA. The introduction of these two brews will also represent two new packaging opportunities, with Irusu offered in a 15-pack and Puffel … Continue reading →

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Remy Cointreau 1Q Sales 36.5% Above Pre-Covid Level

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

“Excellent momentum in the U.S. and Mainland Chine enabled Remy Cointreau to generate sales of $347.37 million, a 105% increase organically in the first quarter, the company said.  On a constant currency basis, sales were up 36.5%compared with the pre-pandemic … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

PROMOTED:  Laura DePasquale to senior vp-sales & commercial operations, Artisanal Wine Division, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. She had been vp-general manager, Artisanal Fine Win Division, SGWS.

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O’Neill Vinters Partners with @Mom’s Orchard Duo to Launch Accomplice Wines

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley, the comedic duo responsible for @MomsOrchard, are partnering with O’Neill Vintners & Distillers to launch Accomplice Wines, which launches with three super-premium California wines,  2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2020 Chardonnay and 2020 Rosé. The wines were … Continue reading →

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