Category Archives: Spirits

After Setting a Record at Auction, Michter’s Ships 10-Year Bourbon

Michter’s Distillery is shipping the 2021 release of its 10 Year Bourbon. In July of 2020, a private barrel selection bottling of Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon established the record for a barrel of bourbon purchased at auction when … Continue reading

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DISCUS Adds 4 More Partner Members

“We created the Partner Member Program to further enhance our advocacy efforts while creating a means to receive important input and technical expertise from our supply chain partners on key issues facing the industry,” said Chris Swonger, president and CEO … Continue reading

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Diageo Launches Baileys Colada

The limited time offering “tastes just like a tropical vacation in a bottle,” Diageo says.  It’s made with Irish Cream and blended with the rich flavors of creamy coconut and sweet pineapple. SRP: $24.99/750ml bottle. Baileys is also offering a … Continue reading

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Kentucky Derby Menus Feature Woodford Reserve, Jackson Family Wines

Churchill Downs Racetrack announced the official menus of the 147th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve, with a special twist to help fans nationwide celebrate from home.  Woodford Reserve and wines from Jackson Family Wines are featured. For the first time, foodies everywhere … Continue reading

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‘Untold Story of Jack Daniel’s’ Premieres April 9

A new documentary “Chasing Whiskey – The Untold Story of Jack Daniel’s” premieres across streaming channels on April 9. More than a simple narrative of the origins and impact of Jack Daniel’s, the documentary joins Tim Matheson, Shooter Jennings, Eric Church, … Continue reading

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Calif. Distillers Urge DtC of Spirits Be Made Permanent

The California Artisanal Distillers Guild urged the legislature to pass SB 620, a new bill to make direct-to-consumer (DTC) shipping of distilled spirits permanent. The move pits distillers against California’s powerful wine lobby.  Winter have been able to ship direct … Continue reading

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