Category Archives: beer

Guinness to Mark 1 Year Anniversary of Brewing in U.S.

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Just 10 minutes from downtown Baltimore and short trips from Washington D.C., Philadelphia and New York, Guinness‘s Open Gate Brewery welcomed more than 400,000 visitors in its first year. About 65% of those visitors are from Maryland, but each of … Continue reading →

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Coors Light Unveils 1st Ad from Leo Burnett

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

If stupid sells, Coors Light‘s new ad campaign by the Leo Burnett agency should have cases rocketing off the shelves.  But we doubt that’s going to happen. One of the new spots proclaims Coors Light is the “Official Beer of … Continue reading →

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Cerveza Patagonia Enters 13 States

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The Anheuser-Busch product is being launched for consumers statewide in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, George, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Montana and Wyoming. The beer is described as boasting a golden color, slightly sweet taste, and a refreshing, crisp … Continue reading →

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A Riviera-Quality Evening Commute in NYC

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Stella Artois (Anheuser-Busch InBev) is offering New York commuters a ride across the East River aboard a fleet of classic, collector-owned, wood-trimmed vintage boats from Tuesday through Friday.  The boats will run from 4-8 p.m. each day.  Stella Artois is calling … Continue reading →

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Glenlivet Intros 14 Year Old Expression

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The Glenlivet 14 Year Old ($55/750ml) is the first single malt whisky in The Glenlivet portfolio to be selectively finished in high-quality ex-Cognac casks.  It’s exclusive to the U.S. market. “With The Glenlivet 14 Year Old we’ve created something truly … Continue reading →

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Diageo North American Sales Rise 8% on 2% Higher Volume

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

That’s based on reported numbers.  Diageo said its organic growth in North America – its largest market, representing 35% of total sales — saw sales rise just 5% on a 2% volume increase. Selling 19 spirits brands to Sazerac Co. … Continue reading →

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