Category Archives: Spirits

First Beverage Funds Gem&Bolt Mezcal

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Gem&Bolt Mezcal, a line of fair-trade, female-founded Mezcal produced in Oaxaca, Mexico, has announced a strategic financing round from First Beverage Group. First Beverage Group founder and CEO Bill Anderson will join Gem&Bolt’s board of directors adding to the existing … Continue reading →

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Salute American Vodka Launches Summer Campaign

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Salute American Vodka will launch Salute to Summer, a seasonal campaign that will run from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, playing into the brand’s patriotic spirits. It will include summer kick off events and tastings, social media contests, … Continue reading →

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Jose Cuervo Launches New Honeydew Flavor

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Jose Cuervo announced its latest flavor: Authentic Jose Cuervo Honeydew Margarita. Honeydew is a popular flavor in spirits that is growing +85% within the category. It has subtle traces of honey, cantaloupe and other melon fruit notes.  Simply pour over … Continue reading →

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Total Wine’s Total War Against Alcohol Regs

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The largest retailer of beer, wine, and liquor in the country, Total Wine & Spirits, has successfully challenged longstanding alcohol laws in numerous states, tilting the marketplace to its advantage through a mix of litigation, lobbying, and rallying support from … Continue reading →

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What One Former Tennessee Liquor Store Owner Can Teach Business Owners About Selling at the Right Time

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

In 1992, Harriman, Tennessee’s retail market was about to change drastically. For the first time, since its founding as a temperance town in 1889, it was allowing the sale of liquor. Laura Overstreet, a stay-at-home mom with a varied job … Continue reading →

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Hemingway Rum to Open New Key West Distillery

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Hemingway Rum Co., makers of Papa’s Pilar premium sipping rums, will open its Rum Distillery & Experience Center Saturday (5/20). The new facility pays homage to the legendary adventurer who once proudly called Key West home. Built in 1878 by Irish bricklayers, … Continue reading →

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