Category Archives: Spirits

Gentleman Jack Backs New African-American Filmmakers

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The Brown-Forman is partnering with Codeblack Entertainment and TV One in offering participating filmmakers the chance to win $10,000 and a VIP trip to Miami Beach to screen their short film for an exclusive audience, alongside writer, producer and award-winning … Continue reading →

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Diageo, Sazerac Settle Trademark Dispute

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Both parties moved to dismiss the suit, which had been brought by Diageo. Diageo alleged Sazerac had diluted its Bulleit brand by redesigning the bottle and a label “in order to knock-off the appearance and unfairly trade on the reputation … Continue reading →

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Campari Resurrects Pre-Prohibition Brands

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Campari America launched The Whiskey Barons Collection of long-forgotten, pre-Prohibition brands. The first two Bourbons to rise from the annals of whiskey history are Old Ripy and Bond & Lillard. Both played a significant role in establishing this pocket of … Continue reading →

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Virginia’s Gov.: ‘We’re the Birthplace of Bourbon’

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe notes that Kentucky “takes a lot of credit for bourbon, as you know.”  But that’s “a falsehood,” he says, explaining that in the 1780s, when bourbon got started, Kentucky was part of Virginia, “so, really, we’re … Continue reading →

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Suerte Tequila Taps Backbone Media for P.R.

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Backbone will handle public relations for Suerte in North America. Why Suerte picked Backbone:  “Backbone Media has a proven history of introducing niche brands with a compelling story to a broad audience,” said Melyssa Mead, Suerte’s brand director. “There is … Continue reading →

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Women of Vine & Spirits Launch Scholarship Program

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Women of the Vine & Spirits, the world’s leading organization dedicating to the support and advancement of women in the alcohol beverage industry, launched the Women of the Vine & Spirits Foundation and is now accepting scholarship applications to be … Continue reading →

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