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Beam Intros DtC Whiskey Membership

Posted on August 24, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

James B. Beam Distilling Co. introduces Barreled & Boxed, a new membership program that will deliver some of the distilling company’s most exciting releases straight to the doorsteps of consumers in select states, where legal. Each seasonal Barreled & Boxed … Continue reading →

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WSWA: There’s No Competitive Problem When It Comes to W&S Wholesalers

Posted on August 22, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

In 1983, when I acquired Frank Kane’s Weekly Letter, now Kane’s Beverage Week, there were typically 10 wholesalers in any one state distributing alcohol beverages.  Typically, those wholesalers did not cover an entire state.  In the late 1980s, encouraged by major … Continue reading →

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Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila Now in 9 States

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

After launching in February, the brand has quickly expanded its offerings into Arizona, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Nevada, and Texas following its regional launch in California.

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Breakthru Beverage to Rep Volley Tequila in DC

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Volley, a tequila seltzer made with just three clean ingredients, 100% blue agave tequila, sparkling water, and organic juice, said it appointed Breakthru Beverage Group to service the Washington D.C. market. Breakthru Volley plans to roll out in several new … Continue reading →

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Minbar Delivery Adds 7-Eleven

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

7-Eleven, Inc. is teaming up with Minibar Delivery, an on-demand alcohol delivery service, to bring beer and wine to the doorsteps of adult residents* in select markets. The collaboration will kick off in Florida, Texas, and Virginia, where about  600 … Continue reading →

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Two Roots Brewing Taps Sheehan Family Companies for Northeast

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Non-alcoholic craft beer brewing pioneer Two Roots Brewing Co., the only non-alcoholic craft brewer to win back-to-back medals at the Great American Beer Festival, said it signed Sheehan Family Cos.  to disgtribute to  grocery stores, liquor stores, bars, and restaurants … Continue reading →

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