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Podcast: How Kentucky Spirits Became a Global Powerhouse

Kentucky spirits were not always this hot. Not that long ago, distilleries could not give away bourbon. Now, fanatical fans of brown spirits post in private Facebook groups to help each other hunt down...
Superbird

Molson Coors to Distribute Superbird RTD Cocktail

As RTD cocktails continue to trend massively, Molson Coors Beverage Company has announced a partnership with CKBG to distribute Superbird. Superbird is a 100% blue agave tequila-based canned cocktail. The agreement marks Molson Coors first entry...
DISCUS Report

DISCUS Report: RTDs and Premiumization Boomed in 2020

The annual economic briefing by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), conducted virtually today, confirmed the grim state of on-premise in 2020, while highlighting areas of industry growth. One of the winners...
Maggie Kimberl

Interview: Bourbon Women Association President Maggie Kimberl

The Bourbon Women Association recently named its newest president in veteran spirits expert, speaker and journalist Maggie Kimberl. Founded in 2011, the association highlights and supports women in the world of whiskey. Kimberl moves into...
uber acquires drizly

Uber Acquires Drizly

As alcohol ecommerce and direct-to-consumer continue to evolve, Uber Technologies today announced an agreement to buy Drizly. The price is approximately $1.1 billion in stock and cash. Drizly is the leading on-demand alcohol marketplace in the...
Yuengling Raging Eagle Mango Beer

Yuengling Launches Raging Eagle Mango Beer

D.G. Yuengling & Son has unveiled their newest craft beer, Raging Eagle Mango. This is a pilsner made with natural mango flavor, the company says. At 6.0% ABV, Yuengling Raging Eagle Beer is brewed with...
Don Papa Rum

Don Papa Rum Increases U.S. Distribution

The Philippines rum brand Don Papa Rum has announced an expansion of distribution across the U.S. Currently available in New York, New Jersey, California, Texas and Massachusetts, Don Papa Rum will grow its footprint into...
Rosé Wines

The Best Rosé Wines to Drink in 2021

For our first wine panel of 2021, we asked panelists to taste and rate rosé wines. This remains one of the hottest styles in the industry. The array of rosés wines our panelists reviewed also...
Buffalo Trace Double Eagle Very Rare Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Announces Double Eagle Very Rare Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Distillery Double Eagle Very Rare Bourbon, a 20-year-old whiskey, is the latest release from the famed Kentucky distillery. This is the third iteration in the series, which launched initially in 2019.  Double Eagle Very...
West Cork Stout Cask Irish Whiskey

West Cork Stout Cask Irish Whiskey Hits Shelves

West Cork Stout Cask Irish whiskey is the newest release from the distillery, reaching the U.S. in partnership with importer M.S. Walker. This new expression is a 75:25 blend of grain and malt Irish whiskey, made...