Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Chicago Mayor Seeks to End Package Store Sales at 10 p.m.

That’s the current closing hour under pandemic regulations.  But Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot says a permanent ban on package sales after 10 p.m. would prevent people from loitering around stores that sell alcohol.  It’s a safety concern, she says. Before … Continue reading

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Who & What

APPOINTED;  A-K Hada, most recently the beverage director for Dante in New York, as national brand ambassador for Bacardi Rums.

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Boxt Launches Limited-Edition Rose for National Rose Day

Boxt, the female-founded, direct-to-consumer winery launches its first-ever premium rosé wine, just in time for National Rosé Day on June 12. Profile Nine, the latest fine wine to the Boxt collection is whole cluster pressed, rosé of Pinot Noir. With its … Continue reading

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Talisker to Help Restore 1 Billion Oysters To New York Harbor

Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky said it is collaborating for a second year with Billion Oyster Project on oyster reef restoration efforts and public education initiatives aimed at restoring 1 billion oysters – and a ‘wild spirit’ – to New … Continue reading

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Moët Hennessy Partners for Sustainability

In the wake of the International Day for Biological Diversity, Moët Hennessy, world leader of high-quality wine and spirits, is thrilled to announce it is joining the Pour une Agriculture du Vivant (PADV) movement. This partnership is born from a shared vision and desire … Continue reading

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Gancia Intros Fruit Flavored Sparkling Wines

House of Gancia announces its new “Atto Primo” line that offers a refreshing and tasty option for summer picnics, parties and brunches. SRP: $7.99 (5.5% ABV). Sold in 750 milliliter bottles, Atto Primo is made with low alcohol sparkling wine and natural fruit flavors. … Continue reading

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