Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

William Grant Launches New Range of Premum RTDs

Batch & Bottle, a new range of premium RTDs from William Grant & Sons, the independent family-owned distiller, has officially launched. With four premium, pre-batched, ready-to-serve cocktails, Batch & Bottle features some of the world’s most iconic spirits brands and brings … Continue reading

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Wolf Spirit Launchers 1st National Campaign for Puncher’s Chance

 Wolf Spirit announces the first national marketing campaign for Puncher’s Chance Bourbon. Entitled “Take Your Shot,” the program will include the company’s first-ever television ads, as well as digital/social media advertising, on- and off-premise promotions, public relations and sponsorship of … Continue reading

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Paulaner Moves to Eco-Friendly Packaging

Effective immediately, all Paulaner 4-pack cans will convert to eco-friendly cardboard, as opposed to plastic wraps. This is part of the company’s greater commitment towards sustainability, which plans to phase out all plastic packaging within the year. “Traditional beer packaging … Continue reading

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Dry Land Distillers Raises $1.3 Million in Private Round

Dry Land Distillers, Longmont, Colo., successfully closed its first Class A private financing round, raising nearly $1.3 million.  Proceeds will be used to increase production capacity 400%.  

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Stoli Group to Release Limited-Edition Bottle to Support Ukraine

Stoli Group said it released a limited-edition bottle of  Stoli  Vodka to benefit Ukraine. Proceeds from the bottle will be donated to World Central Kitchen (WCK), a non-profit organization founded by Chef José Andrés that provides fresh, nutritious meals to refugees … Continue reading

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Freeland Spirits Finishes 5-Year Rye in Magdalena Rum Barrels

Freeland Spirits, Portland, Ore., is launching its first limited release rye whiskey finished in Magdalena Rum barrels. The five-year-old sourced rye was transferred into four Magdalena Guatemalan Rum barrels, where it spent two years in its second maturation. This marks … Continue reading

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