Industry News

Dogfish Head Launches Summer Variety Pack

In time for the Fourth of July, Dogfish Head will release a new, limited-edition variety pack of 12-oz. cans. This pack contains Slightly Mighty, 60 Minute IPA and Festina Peche: Festina Peche (4.5% ABV) – Making...

Interview: How COVID-19 Has Changed Drizly Consumer Trends

This persistent pandemic has changed consumer habits. Ecommerce has grown substantially in all areas of the economy, including beverage alcohol. Operating under the specter of the virus, customers have embraced digital delivery, curbside pickup and...

Angostura Bitters Consolidates Distribution in 19 U.S. Markets

Mizkan America has expanded its Angostura bitters distribution agreement with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits to include 19 additional markets. Southern Glazer's will now distribute Angostura aromatic bitters and orange bitters in 32 total U.S. states and the...

Buffalo Trace’s Sixth Millionth Barrel Benefits Charity

In May 2019, Buffalo Trace Distillery chose 378 charities to receive special-edition bottles from the six millionth barrel of Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The whiskey filled 375-ml. bottles, exclusively distributed to nonprofit...

Wild Turkey Debuts Rare Breed Rye Whiskey

Wild Turkey has expanded its lineup with the introduction of Wild Turkey Rare Breed Rye. This expression is barrel strength at 112.2 proof. Wild Turkey Rare Breed Rye is a blend of four-, six-, and eight-year-old...

Podcast: How Tech Helps Alcohol Retailers Adapt to COVID-19

Our new podcast is live! Beverage Dynamics Editor Kyle Swartz and Cheers Editor Melissa Dowling have joined up to produce On & Off, which covers beverage alcohol industry trends, tips and news for both...

Top Tech for Alcohol Retail During COVID-19

Technology has been a boon for beverage alcohol retailers during the COVID-19 crisis. The sudden sweep of the pandemic changed, almost overnight, the way that all stores operated. Protecting the health and safety of...

Diageo Unveils Paper-based Bottle for Johnnie Walker

Diageo has announced the creation of a new plastic-free, paper-based bottle, which debuts with Johnnie Walker Scotch. The bottle is made entirely from sustainably sourced wood, the company says. This comes as more alcohol companies worldwide...

Booker’s Bourbon Releases Second Batch of 2020 Collection

Booker's Bourbon has unveiled its second release in the 2020 collection, entitled "Boston Batch." Every batch of this product carries a name that references the brand's colorful history. This batch is named after the production...

Founders Unveils Slim Cans for All Day, Unraveled IPAs

Founders Brewing announced today that its flagship All Day IPA, along with the new year-round juicy IPA, Unraveled IPA, will both be available in 4-packs of 16-oz. cans beginning in Sept. 2020. This is...