How Scotch is Reinventing Itself for Modern Drinkers
Among whisky categories, Scotch is most venerable, enjoying a reputation for sophistication and elegance. That distinction, however, comes at a price. And that price has been rising, to the detriment of retailers.
Single malts are...
Tasting: 10 Vermouths and Fortified Aperitif Wines
It was not so long ago that most bars would stock only two bottles of vermouth, sweet and dry. They would usually live in the speed rack, kept at room temperature, with a pour...
Pernod Ricard Announces Significant Organizational Changes, Executive Transfers
Beverage alcohol giant Pernod Ricard today announced significant organizational changes, including a number of executive transfers.
Pernod Ricard has simplified its business in the Americas region to concentrate on the U.S. and Canada, according to a press release....
Interview: Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Chris Morris on His New Distillery Series
Woodford Reserve joined a growing movement in whiskey last year by starting its own limited-release, small-batch line. The Woodford Reserve Distillery Series launched last July with Double Double Oaked and Sweet Mash Redux, and expanded this year with Frosty Four Wood.
These distinctly tasting...
Bacardi Testifies Before Congress in Havana Club Rum Matter
Bacardi continues to defend its ownership of Havana Club Rum.
The U.S. government last month granted renewal of the rum's registration to the Cuban government. In response, Bacardi FOI'ed the decision. And on Feb. 11, at the request of...
7 Exotic Spirits Making their Mark in America
As the American romance with international spirits continues, retailers often find themselves in the position of selling alcohol categories beyond their working knowledge base.
Here, Beverage Dynamics presents seven of those exotic spirits in one...
Southern Wine And Spirits Announces Appointments To New Transatlantic Spirits Division
One of the nation's largest distributors of wine and spirits announced organizational appointments yesterday for a new division.
In advance of new role as a lead distributor for Bacardi, Southern Wine And Spirits formed Transatlantic Spirits. This will be...
7 Recipes for National Margarita Day
This February 22 is indeed a happy Monday—it's National Margarita Day. Here are seven recipes that your mixology-minded customers or staff can enjoy:
Rosa Picante Margarita
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2 oz. Patrón Silver tequila
¾ oz. Fresh lime juice
½ oz....
Texas Spirit: Southern Champion Begins Distilling in the Lone Star State
New distilleries are popping up across the nation, as the craft movement expands from coast to coast, border to border. This includes Southern Champion of Texas.
This distillery is the newest venture by Merrilee Kick, who is also...
U.S. Government Renews Havana Club Trademark for Pernod Ricard; Court Battle Continues
The fight over Havana Club Rum took another turn this week, as the American government renewed the brand's trademark for Pernod Ricard.
The renewal of the trademark registration in the United States is valid through January...