Category Archives: Spirits

Diageo Acquires Belsazar, a Premium Aperitif

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

It’s the first brand to be sold by Distill Ventures, a venture capital firm launched in 2013 and which receives funding from Diageo. 

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Rum Could Be Headed for a Turnaround: ISWR

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Rum could be set for a much-needed resurgence over the next five years, according to the Global Rum Insights 2018 report from just-drinks and The IWSR.

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Beam Suntory Links with On the Rocks in Technical Assistance Pact

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Beam Suntory has partnered with On the Rocks, a premium, ready-to-serve cocktail business.   But it isn’t taking an equity stake. So, what’s Beam get out of the deal?   On the Rocks is using Beam’s

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Jameson Honors Neighborhood Block Parties

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

“The neighborhood is the center of all that Jameson does. In fact, our local neighborhood in Dublin is where Jameson was born. Local

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Why the Liquor Industry Wants to Get Self-Driving Cars on the Road It’s all about self-interest, Caitlin Dewey writes on the Washington Post’s Wonk Blog.  The industry figures self-driving cars will reduce drunk driving, and if people in self-driving cars … Continue reading →

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Jim Beam Fills 15 Millionth Barrel Since Prohibition

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

The historic milestone, achieved less than two years after the filling of Jim Beam’s 14 millionth barrel — the shortest period of time

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