Category Archives: Distribution

WV Wine Distributors Sue Johnson Brothers, Say It Seeks Monopoly

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Six West Virginia wine distributors sued Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. and its West Virginia operation, Mountain State Beverage.   This according to the attorney representing the distributors in the suit, Steve Ruby of Bailey & Glasser, LLP. The distributors’ lawsuit alleges … Continue reading →

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Vitani Spirits Launches Moscow Mule Flavor

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Vitani Spirits launched its fifth new flavor – Moscow mule. Vitani is available in Metro Phoenix grocery stores and major resorts and has wide distribution in the Chicago area including Whole Foods, Macy’s department stores, select Target and Woodmans stores … Continue reading →

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Winebow Group Expands Distribution into Rhode Island

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Winebow Group expanded its Winebow distribution network into Rhode Island. With the addition of Rhode Island, The Winebow Group increases its distribution reach to 21 states throughout the country. “We look forward to being the leading fine wine distributor in … Continue reading →

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Out-of-State Retailers Must Comply with Illinois Law: U.S. Judge

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

A Federal District Court judge in Illinois went straight to the heart of the matter, ruling that “to  allow Out-of-State Plaintiffs to operate outside the (Illinois) three-tier system while in-state retailers diligently operate within the regulatory framework and help limit … Continue reading →

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Global Spirits Taps Breakthru for Colorado

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Global Spirits U.S. signed Breakthru Beverage as its distributor of record to distribute LEAF Organic Vodka, Khortytsa Vodka and Odessa V.S.O.P. Brandy in the State of Colorado. Breakthru Beverage Colorado has served the market for more than 20 years. Formerly … Continue reading →

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MillerCoors to Import Heineken’s Sol Mexican Beer

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

MillerCoors will import, market and distribute Heineken’s Sol brand beginning this Fall. Sol will continue to be brewed in Mexico.

Sol has been part of the Heineken USA portfolio since 2004. Sol officially entered the global Heineken portfolio following the company’s acquisition of the Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma Brewery in 2010. Continue reading →

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