Beer Imports Up 2.7% in August

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Growth in imports was driven primarily by Mexican imports, which grew by 9.2% compared to August 2020, but contributed to 72% of total import growth for August, the Beer Institute said after analyzing Commerce Department data.

The second strongest contributor to growth was Germany, which was up 50% and contributed to 8% of total import growth for the month.

Imports of nonalcoholic beers rose 16.1% in August and were up 2.5% for the year thus far.

Exports rose 0.3% to 9.494,724 gallons in August. For the year to date, exports are up 20.1% to 74,323,743 gallons.

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Pa. Gov. Announces Grants to Boost State’s Beer Industry

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) approved grants totaling $1,925,319 for 15 projects to increase the production of Pennsylvania-made malt and brewed beverages and enhance the Pennsylvania beer industry through promotion, marketing, and research-based programs and projects, and to enhance the Pennsylvania wine industry and increase production of Pennsylvania-made wines, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said.

Pennsylvania industries have to adopt new ways of doing business in the COVID-19 world, and these grants will provide substantial funding to help two vital parts of our agricultural community not only explore ways of improving production methods, but also boost marketing efforts that reach beyond our borders,” said Gov. Wolf.

Some $498,000 went to GK Visual to produce a 12-episode web series telling Pennsylvania’s craft beer story, and one- to two-minute videos for up to 400 Pennsylvania breweries.

Among the other grant recipients, Greater Philadelphia Tourism & Marketing Corp. received $150,000 to brand the region as a premier destination for craft beer and brewery experiences; Penn State University received $94,341 for a study on high-sulfite producing yeast strains and another $78,603 on hops pelletization.

Temple University received $45,000 to develop a marketing strategy; Visit Luzerne County, $40,500 to develop an enhanced beer trail guide and distribute 20,000 copies of area businesses, tourism partners and adjoining states; The Pennsylvania Cider Guild, $18.875 to increase awareness of local cider and craft beverage industries.

 

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Coravin Partners with Moët Hennessy on By-the-Glass Technology

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Coravin Inc. is best known for its wine preservation system that extends the life of a bottle after a single glass service through the injection of inert gas. Until recently, it was only available for still wines.

But now, after eight years in development, the company says the new Coravin Sparkling System is the first universal fit solution to preserve the effervescence and flavors of sparkling wine after single-glass service. Its Sparkling Stopper locks securely on any half-bottle, 750ml bottle or Magnum, while the Sparkling Charger injects carbon dioxide into the bottle after the wine is served, to prevent the bubbles from dissipating.

“Coravin’s aim is to make fine wines and Champagne more accessible by facilitating by-the-glass options. As a relatively young company, to have the recognized world leader in Champagne and luxury sparkling wines not only support but adopt our technology is extraordinary,” said Christopher Ladd, Coravin CEO.

Didier Mariotti, cellar vaster of Veuve Clicquot said, “The Coravin Sparkling System is able to wonderfully preserve the flavors and mouthfeel of our Champagne for two weeks. It is the first product of its kind to perform at this level.”

The Coravin Sparkling System will also have an economic benefit for restaurants and bars by virtually eliminating the risk of waste, while making prestige Champagne more accessible to consumers.

“Our mission is and always has been to craft great experiences for our consumers. The new Coravin system will enable more Champagne lovers to discover and enjoy exceptional bottles. Indeed, it will allow our gastronomy partners and the finest bars and clubs to offer our different Champagne brands and expressions by the glass while, over several days or weeks, keeping them fresh and sparkling,” said Philippe Schaus, president/CEO of Moët Hennessy, which partnered with Coravin.

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Squatters Craft Beers Releases Hazy Hop Rising Double IPA

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Squatters Craft Beers, Salt Lake City, releases Hazy Hop Rising Double IPA, a juicy twist on a Squatters classic. Hazy Hop Rising is now available in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans at Squatters Pubs and at beer sellers across Squatter’s distribution footprint of 19 states.

Squatters’ brewers perfected the art of the incredibly smooth, high-octane IPA with the original Hop Rising Double IPA, which has become a mainstay among hop lovers. Now, Hop Rising is hazy for the first time, with big aromas and flavors of apricot, pineapple and citrus, sporting a creamy mouthfeel and slightly sweet finish.

“At a hearty 9% ABV, Hazy Hop Rising is the perfect beer to pair with tacos and apres ski,” said Marketing Manager Kristin Martino. “It’s a tasty, easy-drinking hazy beer with the ABV to back it up.”

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21st Annual Sutter Home for Hope Campaign to Drive $60,000 Donation to National Breast Cancer Foundation

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

For every cork, capsule or screwcap received by mail, the winery will donate $1 to National Breast Cancer Foundation, up to $60,000. The program began Sept. 1 and will run through the end of 2021.

As one of America’s first wine companies to make a commitment to breast cancer research, treatment and education, Sutter Home has contributed more than $1.56 million to the cause over the past 21 years.

The wine brand marked its eighth year of partnership with National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.® with limited-edition Pink Moscato bottles – each donning a pink ribbon like the returning White Zinfandel and Rosé offerings in 187mL, 750mL and 1.5L formats.

The Sutter Home for Hope initiative began in 2001, when one of Sutter Home’s founding family members, Vera Trinchero Torres, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Sutter Home fans can help continue the fight against breast cancer by sending in their Sutter Home bottle corks, capsules and screwcaps via mail.

 

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Patron Tequila Released Patron Sherry Cask Aged Añejo Tequila

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

It’s the brand’s first release in two years. “Our new Sherry Cask Aged Añejo tequila reveals the special multi-dimensional nature of Patron, and its ability to imbue delightfully unique flavors to classic cocktails that are traditionally crafted using other spirits,” said David Rodriguez, master distiller.

“Not only that, but this tequila features a distinct and exceptional taste profile, with more pronounced and complex aromas. I am enormously proud of this innovation and can’t wait for people to try this tequila, which is a reflection of our masterful process that demands painstaking artisanal talent,” he said.

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