Redd’s ‘Limited Pick’ Special-Release Ales
Redd's has unveiled "Limited Pick," a new series of special-release ales that are each available for a limited time.
The 2016 special releases will feature three flavors: Redd's Cranberry Ale, Redd's Blueberry Ale and Redd's...
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...
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...
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....
14 Valentine’s Day Cocktails
Not everyone goes out on February 14. With an eye towards saving money, many people will stay home, especially Millenials. They'll celebrate Valentine's Day with their own cooking — and their own cocktails.
And the time to...
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...
Jon Taffer Foresees a Craft Beer Bubble
The on-premise veteran Jon Taffer thinks craft beer is coming up on a bubble.
He tends to be right about these things. Taffer is perhaps best known for his starring role on Spike TV’s Bar Rescue. During his decades in the...
Caribbean Rums are Positioning Themselves as Sippers
Everybody thinks of whiskey as enjoyable straight up in a glass. But why not rum? Why do many consumers consider this spirit more suitable for shots, punch or vacation-time cocktails?
Anyone who’s ever drank premium...
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...
Demand for Japanese Whisky in America Outweighs Supply
Bottles do not last long on store shelves. Shipments are limited. Connoisseurs and curious drinkers grab what they can. The cost to purchase can rise well beyond the suggested retail price.
This may sound like...