South American Wines Continue to Surprise
Many U.S. wine consumers think of South America primarily as a source of solid, inexpensive wines. In the case of Chile, the wines are probably Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc; for Argentina, it’s obviously...
From Sotol to Soju, How Bartenders Are Using Exotic Spirits
Editor's Note: Since so many beverage trends begin on-premise, we occasionally cross-post content from our on-premise sister publications, Cheers magazine.
As guests become more sophisticated about spirits, they want to learn more about and sample...
Video: How to Make a Macallan Maple Old Fashioned
The Macallan Scotch whisky was in Manhattan yesterday as part of an activation that highlights their new distillery and visitor experience.
The activation placed people in a 4D experience that transported participants to the Scotland...
The Presidents’ Forum Announces New Forman
The Presidents’ Forum (TPF) has selected Jonathan Yusen, managing director for William Grant & Sons Americas, as its new chairman of the board.
Yusen will serve as chairman until the 2018 term expires.
He replaces Mark...
WSWA Explains its Pro-Cannabis Position
The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) recently set precedent by announcing support for states’ cannabis rights. The national trade association, representing the wholesale tier in wine and spirits, became the first and...
How French Wine Labels Have Changed to Attract U.S. Consumers
French wine labels can confuse or intimidate U.S. consumers. Some labels are dense with words, the varietals are not always clear, and prices can be high. These are drawbacks for Americans who buy based...
WSWA Appoints New President and CEO
The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) Executive Committee has named Michelle L. Korsmo as incoming president and CEO.
Korsmo is currently CEO of the American Land Title Association (ALTA), the advocacy, education, networking...
Avión Tequila Unveils Refreshed Packaging
Avión Single Origin Tequila has unveiled an updated bottle design and new canister for its Silver, Reposado and Añejo expressions.
The bottles remain the same functional shape. To "signify life’s journeys," the words “salida,” meaning departure,...
Fire at Maison Ferrand Rum Distillery Destroys 65,000 Liters
A historic Jamaican rum distillery owned by Maison Ferrand has sustained significant damage.
Long Pond Distillery, originally founded in 1753, lost about 65,000 liters of rum stocks after flames broke out at the facility midday on July 16,...
8 Rum Cocktails for Summer
Summer is time for Tiki and other fun, refreshing rum drinks! Below we have eight rum cocktails, created by industry pros, that you can whip up for your deck, poolside, or summer parties.
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