Johnnie Walker Launches ‘Blenders’ Batch’ Experimental Program
Johnnie Walker announced today the introduction of its new Blenders' Batch series into the U.S.
The program is intended to highlight the "art of blending" that goes on in Johnnie Walker production.
These labels of these limited-edition, experimental...
The Top 50 Best-Selling U.S. Breweries Of 2016
The Brewers Association this week released their annual list of the top 50 U.S. breweries from the past year.
Results are based on beer sales volume. Of the top 50, a total of 40 were craft brewers.
“With such a broad...
Attorney General Jeff Sessions Slams Legal Cannabis
Attorney General Jeff Sessions this week gave perhaps his harshest critique of legal cannabis since being appointed by President Trump.
During a speech to law enforcement in Richmond, Sessions said:
"I realize this may be an unfashionable...
Amazon Adds Alcohol Delivery In Cincinnati, Columbus
Amazon is expanding its alcohol-delivery services by now offering it in Cincinnati and Columbus.
The company announced today that its Prime Now one and two-hour delivery service has added wine and beer to its product offerings available in...
Johnnie Walker Rebrands Platinum Label As 18 Year Old
In a video released on YouTube yesterday, Johnnie Walker revealed that its Platinum Label Scotch has been rebranded as 18 Year Old.
The former grey label is gone, replaced with a gold one that declares the age...
Bulleit Opens $115M Distillery In Kentucky
The Diageo-owned Bulleit whiskey brand has officially opened its new distillery, a $115-million facility in Shelbyville, Kentucky.
Already a major global brand in brown spirits, Bulleit plans to expand production significantly with the new distillery (pictured...
Can Mezcal Boom In The U.S.?
In terms of flavor, mezcal is to tequila as Japanese whisky is to Scotch. The concept and core are similar, but the secondary notes vary widely.
But while Japanese and Scotch whiskies are different styles...
Shock Top Unveils First Brand Refresh
Shock Top unveiled its first major brand refresh this month.
The brand will introduce an entirely new look and feel that "still embodies the carefree spirit that is authentic to Shock Top, but with a fresh, youthful...
Here Come Cannabis Cocktails
Editor's note: in an effort to keep retailers informed about on-premise trends, we occasionally cross-post content from our sister publication Cheers, which covers the beverage side of bars and restaurants.
Marijuana compounds are making their way...
5 Ways To Innovate Your Retail Store Layout
Winners in today’s competitive economy will be retailers who go beyond service to deliver a satisfying shopping experience. One effective way to accomplish that is through innovative store layout and design.
Stores used to be...