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Sonoma DA Settles Environmental Complaint

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Hugh Reimer and his Krasilsa Pacific Farms SA agreed to a $925,000 settlement of an environmental complaint accusing them of significant damage of streams and wetlands while building a vineyard, under an agreement announced by the Sonoma County District Attorney.  The … Continue reading →

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Barrell Craft Spirits Introduces BCS Gray Label Dovetail

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Barrell Craft Spirits used older and more rare barrels, aged up to 20 years, to create this blend. The result, it says, ” is a beautifully balanced whiskey that is rooted in its classic, iconic counterpart, Barrell Dovetail.  BCS Gray Label … Continue reading →

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Economy Watch: Manufacturing, Construction Orders Decline

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

While the “technical” recession in the U.S. can be brushed aside as extreme volatility in trade and inventories, there are more and more signs that recessionary forces are starting to feel “real.” That’s according to ING Economics. Residential construction is … Continue reading →

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Late Night a Premium Time for Premium Drinks On-Premise: CGA

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Some 8% of consumers visited On Premise venues for late night occasions in the past three months, two thirds paid extra for higher quality drinks.  That’s according to CGA’s Consumer On Premise Impact Report.   Whiskey and Tequila are obvious beneficiaries, … Continue reading →

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Total Bev/Al Has Settled Into a New Normal

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

That’s the conclusion of bw166, and what it has to say about the new normal should disturb a lot of bev/al execs at both the wholesaler and supplier levels. Take, for instance, beer.  Superficially, beer is up 1.9%, about 107.2 million … Continue reading →

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FitVine Wine Intros a New Cab Reserve. Here’s a Secret: It May be Available Locally

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

FitVine Wine, a maker of low-sugar, full bodied wines, is introducing a new North Coast Cabernet Reserve. Reading the press release, you’d think the $19.95 wine was available only from the winery because nowhere does it mention “select local retailers” … Continue reading →

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