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A-B Said Ending SuperBowl Exclusivity

Posted on June 16, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Anheuser-Busch has apparently abandoned the Budweiser Mudflap Theory of Marketing, deciding not to renew its status as the exclusive alcohol beverage advertiser on SuperBowl.  A-B hadn’t responded to our request for comment, but Spencer Gordon, vp-consumer connections, told Sports Illustrated’s … Continue reading →

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Iconic Brands Revenue Soars 74%, Net Loss Widens

Posted on June 16, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Iconic Brands Inc. reports revenue in 2021 rose 74% to $4.96 million. The increase was due primarily to $2,192,119 sales from the Company’s newly acquired TopPop products. Sales were comprised of Bellissima Prosecco and Sparkling Wines, the line of Hooters brand … Continue reading →

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Sake Hundred Unveils a $3100 Bottle

Posted on June 16, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The rare, 27-year-old Gengai is one of four unique sakes, but the flagship of Sake Hundred is Byakko Bespoke, a $380 balance sake made from the “king of sake rice,” Yamadanishiki, at the Tatenokawa Brewery in Yamagata, Japan, which is known for high … Continue reading →

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Gnarly Head Wines, Grateful Dead Partner on 2 Limited-Edition Wines

Posted on June 16, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Gnarly Head (Delicato), a producer of bold California wines from gnarly old vines, said it is partnering with the  iconic American rock band, the Grateful Dead, to release two Limited Edition Grateful Dead wines. A rich, spicy Old Vine Zinfandel, … Continue reading →

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Crown Royal Sponsors Bill Picket Invitational Rodeo

Posted on June 16, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

To honor the cowboys and cowgirls of Texas, Crown Royal will be hosting a grand procession of all Black riders including Crown Royal Rider and Professional Steer Wrestler, Tory Johnson;  equestrian, horsewoman, and activist, Brianna Noble; award-winning Steer Wrestler, Denard … Continue reading →

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With Fed’s 3/4-Point Rate Hike, Bev/Al Stocks Turn Upward

Posted on June 15, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Just one stock — Constellation Brands — that we follow showed a dip in Wednesday’s stock trading.  All other stocks posted gains ranging from 1% for Campari Group to 10.27% of Eastside Distilling.  That sharp gain for Eastside brought the stock … Continue reading →

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