Category Archives: Spirits

French Bev/Al Execs Pledge to Rebuild Notre Dame

Bernard Arnault, the CEO at LVMH, has pledged €200 million and Francois Pinnault €100 million to help rebuild Notre Dame.  No word yet on donations from Pernod Ricard.

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CBrands Buys Minority Stake in Mezcal El Silencio

The investment was made through Constellation’s venture capital group that identifies and invests in premium emerging brands.

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Penna. Bill Makes It Easier to Buy Liquor

The Distilled Spirits Council said it is pleased by the measure which allows beer distributors and grocery stores to acquire permits to sell

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Aperol Marks 100 Years with Limited-Edition Labels, Book, Tour

Aperol, Italy’s iconic orange bittersweet aperitif which ranks 9th in the list of the world’s best-selling cocktails, turns 100 this year.  To

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Four Roses Completes $55 Million Distillery Expansion

The new $34 million facility will increase production to 8 million proof gallons from 4 million. Most of the additional volume is aimed at export to Europe.

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Maguey Spirits Signs Chopin Imports as Exclusive U.S. Distributor

Chopin Imports Ltd. (CIL), the marketing company for Chopin Vodka brand and other best-in-class spirits, was named exclusive

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