Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Congress Acknowledges Challenges of Past Year

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

“The last 15 months have been the most challenging in the last 50 years for the spirits industry,” said Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.), who added he was “impressed distillers could shift operations to produce hand sanitizer” quickly when it was … Continue reading →

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Pandemic Crushed Catoctin Creek On-Prem Sales; DtC Relief

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Catoctin Creed Distilling Co., Purcellville, Va., saw its on-premise sales plunge 70% during the Covid-19 pandemic, Becky Harris, co-founder and chief distiller, told the Distilled Spirits Council/American Craft Spirits Association Public Policy Conference. That pain was eased a bit after … Continue reading →

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Bacardí Real Rum Canned Cocktails Add 3 Flavors

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Following the successful launch of Bacardí Real Rum Canned Cocktails last year, Bacardí Rum is expanding its range of canned cocktails with three vibrant new flavors and the first-ever variety pack, just in time for summer. The new flavors are … Continue reading →

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Ibotta, Campo Viejo Offers Free Glass of Wine for National Wine Day

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Ibotta, a cash-back rewards platform, said it is partnering with Spanish winery Campo Viejo to provide shoppers a free glass of wine to celebrate National Wine Day. Ibotta’s Savers that are aged 21 and over can earn $5 cash back on any in-store wine purchase … Continue reading →

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Teneral Cellars Offers Wine Celebrating History of Pride

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Teneral Cellars announced the launch of its “Love is Love – History of Pride” Collection to honor the ever-evolving legacy of LGBTQ+ communities and their allies. Ten dollars from every three-pack of the collection sold will be donated to The Stonewall Inn Gives … Continue reading →

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Bulleit Partners with HBCU to Help Propel Spirits Diversity

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey will provide financial aid to talented Kentucky State University (KSU)students in need with an annual scholarship of $25,000 to the Master of Agriculture Sciences in Environmental Studies (MES) program. As a brand focused on building community, Bulleit intends with the annual scholarship program to … Continue reading →

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