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By the Glass: Unlucky in Love but Lucky in Wine

Verona is home to many things, like an authentic ancient Roman arena that’s still hosting events after two thousand years and a not-so-authentic Juliet’s balcony, modeled after Shakespeare’s tragic heroine. The city is also...

AB InBev Pitches Mega Merger with SABMiller

In a statement made this week, Anheuser-Busch InBev disclosed that it is pursuing a merger with chief rival SABMiller. "AB InBev confirms that it has made an approach to SABMiller’s Board of Directors regarding a combination of the two companies,"...

Gnarly Head 1924 Double Black, Authentic Black

Gnarly Head has unveiled a lineup of dark red blends for fall season. This includes the new addition 1924 Double Black, and the return of Authentic Black. Gnarly Head 1924 Double Black is a limited release, Prohibition-style...

Corazon Tequila Expresiones del Corazon

Corazon Tequila has again aged stand-alone Blanco tequila in barrels that once held Old Rip Van Winkle and Buffalo Trace whiskey. The result is a limited, high-end collection of tequilas; Expresiones del Corazon This is the second...

Captain Morgan Cannon Blast

Captain Morgan has released a new pre-made shot: Cannon Blast. This new beverage, currently appearing on shelves nationwide, is a rum shot sweet and citrusy up front, the company said, followed by a smooth, warm finish. The launch of Captain Morgan Cannon Blast is...

Report Details Global Gains by Alcohol Industry in Responsible Drinking

Leaders in the alcohol industry have gone to great lengths to support safe drinking. CEOs of top global producers of beer, wine and spirits today released a report highlighting the progress on their initiative to reduce harmful drinking. At...

Rare Wines and Spirits Featured in The Zachys Early Fall Auction

The Zachys Early Fall Auction, Sept. 17-18 in NYC, will feature 1,800-plus lots from an international connoisseur. The collector lived in Germany and Thailand, and bought rare items from both countries. He then air-shipped his wines to New York under temperature-controlled...

Luchador Margarita Mix

Luchador Margarita Mix is the of alcohol industry veteran John Eason and Mexican restauranteur and chef Adam Gonzalez. It features a natural lime taste with limited artificial colors or flavors, the company said. The Margarita is...

MillerCoors Acquires Saint Archer Brewing Company

Macro beer brands continue to buy up microbreweries. Tenth and Blake, the craft and import division of MillerCoors, announced yesterday an agreement to acquire a majority interest in the California-based Saint Archer Brewing Company. Founded in San Diego...

Buffalo Trace 2015 Antique Collection

Buffalo Trace Distillery will release its 2015 Antique Collection in late September or early October. The collection will once again feature five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs: George T. Stagg The 2015 George T. Stagg weighs...