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Diageo Acquires Balcones Distilling

As global drinks companies continue to bolster their American whiskey portfolio, Diageo today announced its acquisition of Balcones Distilling. This Texas-based business is known as a leading producer of American Single Malt Whisky. Founded in Waco...
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The Female Founders and Execs Reshaping the Alcohol Industry

The “old boys network” that has long been the beverage alcohol industry has evolved to accept more women in leadership positions. But there’s still a ways to go in terms of  true gender diversity,...
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George Dickel, Leopold Bros Release Second Collaboration Rye Blend

Following the well-received launch of their previous blended rye collaboration, George Dickel and Leopold Bros distilleries have unveiled a second release. The liquid inside is the same recipe as last year's limited, inagural run. George Dickel...
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Distilleries Making a Difference in DEI

Diversity, equity, and inclusion means many different things to many different people. The beverage alcohol industry has gone through some growing pains as it strives to answer the question, “what will DEI look like...
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Heaven Hill Unveils Fall 2022 Edition Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond

Heaven Hill Distillery has announced the fall 2022 edition of their Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. At 19 years old, this iteration is the oldest to date in the popular, heavily sought-after line....
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Kim Crawford Launches French Rosé

Leading sauvignon blanc brand Kim Crawford has launched its new Kim Crawford French Rosé. This new wine has notes of fresh red fruit, white floral aromas and ends with a crisp, dry finish, the company...
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Crown Royal 29 Heads to Shelves

Ahead of the holidays, Crown Royal has launched the limited-edition Crown Royal 29 Years Extra Rare Blended Canadian Whisky. This rye, produced at the brand’s distillery in Gimli, Manitoba, aged for 29 years. The result...
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The Latest from Patrón is El Alto Blended Tequila

Patrón Tequila has added to its portfolio with El Alto. Made from 100% Weber Blue Agave grown in Jalisco, this new release is an aged blend, combining extra añejo with añejo and reposado tequilas. “Patrón El Alto stays...
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Jack Daniel’s Bottles American Single Malt Whiskey

For the first time in its history, Jack Daniel's will release a 100% malted barley grain bill, with the distillery's new Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled Special Release American Single Malt Finished in Oloroso Sherry...
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Wine Reviews: American Wines

For our latest wine panel, we asked our panelists of wine retailers and professionals to taste and grade American wines. These wines could be any style within the category, from anywhere in the country. As always,...