Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Minn. Considers Loosening Liquor Laws

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow breweries that produce up to 150,000 barrels to offer and fill growlers.  It would accommodate the state’s largest craft brewers and would also allow some craft brewers to sell cans to … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Molson Coors Beverage Co. taps Jeff Agase to lead its Tenth & Blake craft beer unit.  Agase has spent the last five years heading the distributor network development team. Agase, 40, will take over the role vacated by Paul Verdu, who led … Continue reading →

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U.S. Spirits Exports Rebounded in 2021, But Retaliatory Tariffs Still Hurt

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

That’s the opinion of Charles  McEntee,  Director, Export Promotion, at the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS). “In 2021, U.S. spirits exports rebounded from 2020 levels due to the reopening of the hospitality sector, consumers choosing premium and super-premium … Continue reading →

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Hotel Visits Revival Spells Opportunity for Bev/Al

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Nearly 9 out of 10 (86%) of consumers who anticipate visiting a hotel over the next 12 months plan to do so for a vacation, new research from CGA finds. That’s a 9 percentage point increase from 2020.  And 25% … Continue reading →

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Lawson’s Finest Releases Salt & Lime Infused Pilsner

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Scrag Mountain Pils Salt & Lime (4.8% ABV) is a Czech-style pilsner infused with sea salt, fresh lime peel and lime juice, is a perfectly refreshing twist on Lawson’s Finest Liquids year-round pilsner, Scrag Mountain Pils.  It’s available for a limited time … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Brewery Launches Brooklyn Pilsner

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Available in a 6-pack of 12 oz cans and via draft, Brooklyn Pilsner (5% ABV) is described as a bright golden, premium lager that layers clean malts with a balanced wave of bright hops, crowned by an instantly refreshing finish. … Continue reading →

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