Category Archives: Spirits

Bacardi Pledges $1 Million to Hurricane Dorian Relief in the Bahamas

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Bacardi Ltd. and the Bacardi family said they are donating $1 million in cash and other assistance to the disaster relief and recovery efforts. Bacardi will collaborate with non-profit partners and the Bahamian government to ensure that this cash donation … Continue reading →

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Sagamore Spirit Debuts Limited Edition Cognac Finish Rye Whiskey

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

After aging for four years in charred, American White Oak barrels, Sagamore Spirit’s Straight Rye Whiskey gets finished in French Cognac barrels for an additional 8 months, revealing warm notes of apple, vanilla, and brown sugar. At 101-proof, Cognac Finish … Continue reading →

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How a Podcast Launched a New Flavored Vodka

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The Pink Whitney was inspired by the favorite drink of Ryan Whitney, former NHL player and co-host of Spittin’ Chiclets podcast. The drink went viral in October 2018 after Whitney shared his favorite way to drink New Amsterdam Vodka – with pink lemonade – … Continue reading →

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Glenfiddich Breaks Category Conventions with Grand Cru

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

An exclusive expression that’s been matured for 23 years and elegantly finished in rare French cuvée casks, Glenfiddich Grand Cru (retail: $299.99) fuses rich whisky, already intense in flavor thanks to long maturation in American and European oak casks, with … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Distillery Settles Tax Case with TTB

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau said it accepted a $53,d668.75 offer in compromise by Industry City Distillery.  TTB alleged Industry City failed to pay $78,741.78 in federal excise taxes between July 1, 2015, and Dec. 31, 2017. In … Continue reading →

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Vale Fox Distillery Introduces Tod & Vixen’s Dry Gin 1651

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Vale Fox Distillery releases their highly anticipated debut spirit, Tod & Vixen’s Dry Gin 1651. It’s specifically designed to enhance flavors in cocktails. Add the expertise of our British Master Distiller and you have one lively mix of British sophistication … Continue reading →

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