Maker Wine Raises $2.3 Million to Bring Canned Wine Across The Country

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Maker, a Marin County producer of canned wines, said it raised $2.3 million from over 30 angels and operators including Pear VC, Marcy Venture Partners, The Chainsmokers, Odell Beckham Jr., Rachel Mansfield, Charles Hudson, Mariam Naficy, Bryan Mahoney, Henry Davis, Inflection Capital, Context Ventures, Matt Kanness, Nikil Viswanathan, Daniel Kan, Bridgette Lau, Alyssa Rapp, James Beshara, Leah Culver, Tyler Elliston, and Chris Fanini, to triple production, build out their team, and bring premium canned wine across the country.

Maker’s initial production sold out in 2020.

Maker is the highest-rated canned wine company on the market today having received 90+ point ratings from Wine Enthusiast and 15 Gold medals from top bottled wine competitions like NY Int’l Wine Competition, Sommeliers Choice Awards, and Sunset Mag Int’l Wine Competition.

“Antiquated liquor laws make it hard for the best small production wineries to get their products out there. And “Big Wine” just isn’t delivering what modern drinkers want. We’re excited to can wines from the best independent wine producers in the country, and make wine more accessible for everyone.” said Sarah Hoffman, co-founder at Maker.

“With the expansion and new funding, we’re ushering in a new era of small wineries, transparency, and approachability for the wine industry. Modern drinkers want a high quality, better-for-you option that fits into their lives and lifestyles. We’re here to provide an eco-friendly, portable way to enjoy premium wine, any damn time.”

Every wine that Maker sells is vegan-friendly, gluten-free and keto-friendly and is made by their partner winemakers who believe in sustainable farming practices and low intervention winemaking. Each 250 ml can is from a different small production winery and comes with the “maker’s” unique story and signature. All wines are dry, with zero grams of sugar, less than five carbs per serving, and minimal sulfur additions.

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Sagamore Spirit Releases 4-Year-Old Bottled in Bond Rye Whiskey, Made Entirely in Maryland

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Sagamore Spirit released its first-ever Bottled in Bond rye whiskey at 50% ABV (100-proof) made entirely at its Baltimore distillery and barrel-aged for four years at its nearby rickhouse. It marks a milestone for the brand, established nearly a decade ago with a mission to revive Maryland’s centuries-old reputation for rye whiskey distilling.

Sagamore Spirit Bottled in Bond blends two straight rye whiskies, one with a high-rye mash bill, the other low-rye, adhering to the same proprietary recipe that has defined all of Sagamore Spirit’s award-winning releases since 2016. The result is true to Maryland’s style of rye, first enjoyed in colonial times: approachable, versatile, and notably complex. The final profile showcases flavors of rye spice, toasty caramel, and fruit and floral notes.

Sagamore Spirit’s Maryland-style rye was originally distilled by MGP, then expertly blended by Sagamore Spirit distillers to make the brand’s proprietary, award-winning high rye-low rye mash bill. Over the next few years, as more Maryland-distilled rye fully matures, it will comprise a higher share of whiskey within Sagamore Spirit releases, before reaching 100% by 2025. Within another few years, Sagamore Spirit’s rye whiskies will be almost entirely made with Maryland-grown grains. The brand is partnering with local farmers and growing its own rye and corn at Sagamore Farm.

“Today marks an important moment for Sagamore Spirit, with proof of our original concept fully realized and now here for the tasting,” said Brian Treacy, Sagamore Spirit’s co-founder and president of distillery operations. “Bottled in Bond is a testament to our entire team’s hard work, incredible talent and perseverance, a tribute to Maryland’s legendary distillers, and one heck of an amazing rye whiskey.”

A limited quantity of Sagamore Spirit Bottled in Bond is available across the country for an approximate retail price of $59.99, and at the brand’s Baltimore waterfront distillery while bottles last.

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3 Mavins’ Craft Beer Introduces Encore, a New Flavorful, Balanced Session IPA to Florida

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

3 Mavins‘, one of South Florida’s fastest-growing craft beer companies, introduced Encore, a crisp, session style IPA that will be available to craft beer drinkers across the state of Florida beginning on Nov. 29. This marks the second company varietal introduction this year following the highly successful launch of 3 Mavins’ American Style Lager in January 2021.

3 Mavins’ American Style Lager and Encore are brewed in Lakeland, Florida. The company was born out of the idea that simple clean ingredients should take precedence over the infinite supply of craft beers that are either too fruity, sour, bitter or hoppy for the average beer consumer. The American Style Lager with notes of honey, agave nectar, and maple syrup, is the perfect refreshment to pair with meals and share with friends and family to celebrate happy occasions.

3 Mavins’ also believes in giving back to its loyal consumer base and supporting the community at large. Each month the company selects a different inspiring charity to support. Beer drinkers can participate by scanning a special QR code on each can of 3 Mavins’ and one lucky beer drinker will be selected to receive a $120 e-gift card.

Additionally, 3 Mavins’ will make a donation of 3% of that month’s profits to the winner’s charity of choice. Beer drinkers also can earn the chance to win an exotic, two-week vacation anywhere in the world valued at $10,000 by downloading the 3 Mavins’ app found at Apple or Android app stores and scanning the QR code on the can for a chance to win.

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George Dickel, Social Hour Team Up To Release Seasonally Inspired Whiskey Sour Offering

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

George Dickel and Social Hour are teaming up to release a new autumn-inspired premium prepared offering – the Harvest Whiskey Sour.

Harvest Whiskey Sour is made using 13-year-old George Dickel Tennessee Whisky (from distilling season Spring 2007) and makes it easy to enjoy a seasonal cocktail on the same level as one ordered from a cocktail bar. With this release, fans of craft cocktails don’t have to sacrifice quality for convenience, as this offering exemplifies the high standard both brands are known for.

“As the prepared cocktail market continues to reach new heights, we couldn’t be more excited to officially collaborate with Tom and the team over at Social Hour to release something that’s a first for us,” saidNicole Austin, General Manager and Distiller at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. “For the perfect whisky sour, you need a bold, complex whisky that’s able to stand out among all of the other flavors. The whisky we chose for this pairing has been aged 13 years so it’s bringing a level of maturity people typically don’t see in prepared cocktail offerings. On top of that, the liquid really is accented by the hints of apple, cinnamon and cardamom that come through.”

“Fall-centric spins on the whiskey sour were always one of the most popular seasonal cocktails when I was bartending. The Harvest Whiskey Sour is designed to give adults a craft cocktail experience from the comfort of their home,”said Tom Macy, co-founder/CEO, Social Hour Cocktails. “You don’t need to be a mixologist to whip this up. You can enjoy it straight from the can, or if you’re looking for more of a true cocktail experience, you can pour it over ice and garnish with your favorite seasonal touches.”

The new Harvest Whiskey Sour boasts a delicious combination of honeycrisp apple, Meyer lemon, cinnamon, maple and a touch of cardamom. SRP: $28 for a 4-pack. At 250 mL, the Harvest Whiskey Sour includes three servings per can.

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Johnnie Walker Intros Masters of Flavour

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Johnnie Walker launches a new extremely rare Scotch celebrating the fine art of whisky making – Johnnie Walker Masters of Flavour.

This exceptional Scotch is crafted from the finest maturing whiskies in the Johnnie Walker reserves, all of the whiskies used to create Johnnie Walker Masters of Flavour are aged for at least 48 years and only 288 bottles will be released – an extremely limited run of an incredibly rare Scotch.

Johnnie Walker Master Blender Jim Beveridge says: “It is fascinating to craft a Scotch that pays tribute to each of the four main steps in whisky making – malting, distilling, cask maturation and blending – to shine a light on how each craft contributes something very special to the extraordinary flavours that Scotch has to offer, from grain to glass.”

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Brother’s Bond Bourbon Celebrates Holiday Season With $50,000 Donation To Kiss The Ground

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Kiss The Ground is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reversing climate change through regenerative agriculture. The donation was presented this past weekend at an event in Austin, TX, hosted by The Sunset Strip Presents to raise funds for and amplify the organization’s Regenerate America campaign.

Second, the brand has released a limited-edition holiday-inspired keepsake emblem that can be gifted to one’s best friend or most cherished relationship. The keepsakes are now available at retailers and via ReserveBar.

Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley created Brother’s Bond Bourbon after starring as the Salvatore brothers on Vampire Diaries. The goal was an easy-to-drink whiskey with robust flavors and a complex, warming finish, a perfect bourbon for sharing moments and celebrating bonds with friends and family. The result is Brother’s Bond Bourbon, a four-grain, high rye bourbon, aged a minimum of four years in virgin American oak barrels.

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