Owl’s Brew’s Boozy Tea, a Hard Tea Seltzer, Intros New Flavor

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

It’s available in Spiced Chai & Cranberry.  Owl’s Brew recently received closed a $9 million Series A funding round.

The brand launched in 2015 after co-founders Jennie Ripps and Maria Littlefield, industry veterans and tea nerds, had noticed a huge gap in the market when it came to consciously produced alcoholic drinks. So Owl’s Brew was initially born as a line of inspired, tea-based mixers; just add your spirit of choice and shake, for low-effort, high-reward cocktails.

It’s canned teas are 4.8 ABV and have a touch of cane sugar and is available in 32 states.  The owners make the point that their flavors don’t involve flavor packets.

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Cowhorn Vineyard Owner Acquires Johan Vineyards

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Running a winery with half the family 6,000 miles away is a challenge, which explains why Dag Johan Sundby has sold Johan Vineyards, Rickreall, Ore., to Katherine “Mini” Banks, who also owns Cowhorn Vineyard. Jacksonville.  Terms weren’t disclosed.  Banks and partners purchased Cowhorn earlier this year.

The purchase puts two of the country’s most notable biodynamic vineyards under a single ownership group.

Johan Vineyards is an expansive 175 acre site, operated as a holistic farm. Eighty-eight  acres of certified organic and biodynamic vineyards are complimented by organic gardens, a growing animal husbandry program (chickens, ducks, and sheep), a beautiful pond, reserved native woodlands, and a winery and tasting room.

Founded in 2005 by Dag Sundby, a native of Norway, Johan Vineyards received both organic and biodynamic certification in 2010 spearheaded by then winegrower Daniel Rinke (now at Art+Science Cider & Wine). In addition to producing ultra-premium 100% estate grown biodynamic wines, Johan Vineyards sells fruit to some of the top wineries in the Willamette Valley. While the focus of Johan has been on Pinot Noir, Johan has also earned a reputation for excellent Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, and produces varietals unique in the Willamette Valley, including Cabernet Franc, Melon de Bourgogne, Gruner Veltliner, and Blaufrankisch, among others. Johan was recently honored by Wine & Spirits Magazine as one of the Top 100 Wineries of 2021.

Johan’s Founder, Dag Sundby said, “it was very important to us to find a buyer that would continue to honor our philosophy of winegrowing. Mini shares our vision and we are confident she will carry on the Johan legacy with a passionate commitment and holistic approach to farming and winemaking that is the foundation on which this vineyard and winery were built.”

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A-B Gift Lets Natural Resources Interns Get Paid

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Devils Backbone Brewing Co. and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) announced the launch of the Crandall Leadership Program, the first paid student internship program for the DWR. This program was made possible thanks to a $30,000 legacy gift from the Anheuser-Busch Foundation in memory of Devils Backbone founder and conservationist Steve Crandall to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

This new internship program will provide more structure, rigor and funding to DWR’s existing internship program, and for the first time, enable internships to be paid.

Devil’s Backbone is owned by Anheuser-Busch, which purchased the brewpub in 2016.

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Michters to Release 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon in November

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

“I really enjoy this release because the barrels that our Master Distiller Dan McKee and our Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson selected for it are so layered and rich,” stated Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco. This 2021 edition will mark the first release of Michter’s 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon since 2019.

Wilson commented, “This whiskey really showcases how thoughtful care and attention throughout the aging life can lead to an absolutely beautiful expression. Sipping it mirrors the experience of savoring a fine, decadent dessert.”

“We pay extra special attention to our barrels once they reach 15 years because we want the barrels we offer to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and oak-driven complexity,” said Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee.

The proof of this 2021 release is 114.2 (57.1% ABV), and the suggested U.S. retail price for a 750ml bottle is $750.

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Two Roads Brewing, UConn Launch TwoConn Easy Ale

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Two Roads Brewing Co. is teaming up with University of Connecticut Athletics to launch a truly iconic, collaborative beer, TwoConn Easy Ale.

The goal for Two Roads master brewer, Phil Markowski, was to create a universally delicious brew for a broad range of fans and customers. According to Markowski, “the beer is golden-ale inspired. It’s crisp and clean with a touch of sweetness and a kiss of hops for balance. We recognize that not every UConn fan is an IPA fanatic. With TwoConn Easy Ale we have crafted something that is appealing to both craft and non-craft beer drinkers alike. In short, it’s a real crowd pleaser!”

The launch of TwoConn is two phased—Kegs of the easy-drinking ale will be available in Connecticut bars, restaurants and UConn athletic venues the first week of November to kick off the start of the Men’s and Women’s basketball seasons. Then, this coming February, the brewery will add cans to the lineup with 12 oz twelve packs and also 16 oz four-packs. Since Husky fans can be found everywhere, these packs will eventually be available throughout New England in liquor and grocery stores.

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Moët Hennessy Adopts Core Target to Limit Global Warming

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Moët Hennessy said it is adopting the 1.5°C target to limit global warming, as stipulated under the Paris Agreement and confirmed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Moët Hennessy brands have implemented several measures to optimize their carbon footprint throughout their value chain. To accelerate its efforts, Moët Hennessy has set an ambitious goal of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% in absolute value by 2030, compared to 2019, across scopes 1, 2 and 3. This commitment is another important step in its sustainability program: Living Soils Living Together.

“We believe we have an important responsibility alongside the wines and spirits industry to significantly reduce our carbon footprint throughout the value chain, while developing biodiversity in our regions. We have set ambitious goals that we are committed to following regularly and integrating into Moët Hennessy’s overall strategy,” said Philippe Schaus, President of Moët Hennessy.

To achieve this ambitious goal, Moët Hennessy said it will focus on reducing the carbon impact from raw materials, designing eco-conscious packaging, leveraging renewable energy and fostering low-carbon transportation.  The company said these four can have the greatest impact on the climate.

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