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Barmen 1873 is First Bourbon from Coors

Molson Coors Beverage Company and their subsidiary Coors Whiskey Co. have unveiled Barmen 1873 Bourbon. Hitting shelves April 3, Barmen 1873 joins the roster alongside Coors Whiskey Co.’s Five Trail Blended American Whiskey. Barmen 1873 is...
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Zing Zang Expands Nationally with Southern Glazer’s

The fast-growing cocktail mixer and Bloody Mary RTD producer Zing Zang has expanded its distribution agreement with Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits. Established in 1997, Zing Zang has previously worked with Southern Glazer's in the...
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Luxco and RNDC Sign National Distribution Agreement

Luxco and the Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) have announced an expanded distribution relationship with national scope. Luxco will be exclusive with RNDC in 21 open states and 18 control markets across the U.S. The 39-market...
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Jack Daniel’s, Coca-Cola RTD Rolls into U.S.

Two of the more iconic American brands, Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola, have partnered to launch a ready to drink cocktail collaboration: Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola Ready-to-Drink. This pre-mixed cocktail collaboration first hit shelves this past...
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Patrón Releases Ahumado Smoky Tequilas

As the tequila category continues to boom, the latest innovation from Patrón is the new releases Ahumado Silver and Reposado, two smoky tequilas. Both are made with 100% Weber Blue Agave. To achieve the smoky flavor,...
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Knob Creek Rye Gets an Age Statement

Knob Creek Rye now has an age statement. The distillery has announced the addition of a seven-year age statement to its Kentucky straight rye whiskey. This update to the brand’s core rye expression offers fans an...
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Why Do We Decant Certain Wines?

Decanters have long been used to make wine look pretty, or to control its temperature, but improving flavor by decanting is a relatively recent phenomenon. It raises the question: Why do we decant certain...

Crown Royal Reveals Final Noble Collection Expression

Crown Royal has announced the final installment of its Noble Collection with Crown Royal Noble Collection: Barley Edition. The collection is a series of annual limited releases meant to explore different blending techniques, maturation processes...

Casa Azul Debuts Organic Tequila

Casa Azul, known for their tequila soda RTDs, has announced the launch of their new Organic Tequilas supported by a partnership with investor Eiza González, the Mexican-born actress. Founded by beverage entrepreneur Lance Collins, Casa...
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Lost Lantern Announces Single Distillery Series

Lost Lantern, an independent bottler of American whiskey, has announced the launch of its new Single Distillery Series. For these whiskeys, Lost Lantern collaborated with Balcones Distilling in Waco, TX, and Whiskey Del Bac in...