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Zamora USA Adds 3 Spanish Wines and a Limoncello

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The new wines — Ramon Bilbao and Cruz de Alba, along with Mar de Frades albariño, and Villa Massa limoncello — will join Zamora USA Aug. 1.  The brands, each owned by  Zamora Co. (Spain), were previously managed in the … Continue reading →

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Chronic Cellars Cans Sparkling Wine, Rose Wine

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Each 375ml can holds 2-1/2 glasses of wine, retails for $5.99 a can.  They are available in California now, more markets in 2020. The canned wine segment, which has grown +70% over the last 52 weeks, according to Nielsen.

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Uncle Nearest Debuts a Small Batch Whiskey

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey debuts Uncle Nearest 1884 Premium Small Batch Whiskey.  (93 proof/$49.99) The brand revived the little-known story of Nathan “Nearest” Green, the first known African-American master distiller, back in 2017, and launched a namesake whiskey in his honor … Continue reading →

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TTB Establishes New North Carolina Viti Area

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

“Crest of the Blue Ridge Henderson County” covers about 215 square miles.  It a brand new American Viticultural Area, and isn’t within any other AVA.  It’s effective Aug. 19. There are 14 commercial vineyards covering a total of approximately 70 … Continue reading →

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Molson Coors Boosts Dividend 39%

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Molson Coors Brewing Co. raised its quarterly dividend 39%, to 57 cents a share from 41 cents, payable Sept. 13 on stock of record Aug. 30.

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Craft Distillers Unite in DC July 23 for Epic Spirits Tasting  

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

It will benefit the National Press Club Journalism Institute which promotes Freedom of the Press; funds scholarships; host awards for journalistic excellence; and conducts professional development programs. The event is sponsored by the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA), Distilled Spirits Council … Continue reading →

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