Redefining the Cream Liqueur Category
Cream liqueurs are more that just blends that contain Irish whiskey. Rising consumer interest in craft and premium products has extended into the category. New products coming out include high-end tequilas and rums blended...
Cooper Spirits Names New President, Aligns with Southern Glazer’s
The Cooper Spirits Company, an independent spirits producer, today announced the appointment of Rick Scully to president, as well as an expanded alignment with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (SGWS), the largest North American...
16 Cocktails for Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is all about romance and indulgence. Show your guests—singles and couples—some love this Feb. 14 with specialty cocktails that express the sentiments of the holiday. Here are 16 recipes to consider.
Strawberry Flirtini
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Gruppo Montenegro Hires Former Stoli Global CEO
Gruppo Montenegro, one of the leading Italian spirit and food manufacturers, has named former Stoli Group Global CEO Robert Cullins as the Regional Director of North America.
This addition continues the company’s overall investment in North America,...
U.S. Spirits Had Banner Year in 2017 Behind Premiumization
The U.S. spirits industry enjoyed another strong year of growth in 2017, according to data presented this morning at the annual Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) economic briefing in Manhattan.
Supplier sales rose 4% — a...
Glenmorangie Announces New Distillery
The Highland Scotch whisky brand Glenmorangie celebrated 175 years this week with announcement of a new still house.
The Glenmorangie Company will fund the expansion with a "multi-million-pound investment," the company says.
Subject to planning approval, Glenmorangie...
How Imported Vodka Will Perform in 2018
Imported vodka brands face a challenging environment in the U.S. market. Overall growth remains fairly flat and imports face competition from domestic vodka and American craft brands. And of course, brown spirits (especially whiskey)...
Four Roses Unveils New Packaging For Bourbon
The classic whiskey brand Four Roses unveiled new packaging for its namesake offering Four Roses Bourbon.
The updated look is meant to maintain consistency, in color and style, with the brand’s other signature products: Four Roses...
How to Pair Whiskey With Chocolate
What goes better together than whiskey and chocolate? They share complimentary sweet, toffee or caramel flavors. Or if a whiskey is a little weak or too bold in some areas, the proper candy pairing...
Bacardi To Acquire Patrón Tequila
Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, announced today a definitive agreement to acquire 100% ownership of Patrón Spirits International AG and its Patrón brand of tequila.
The transaction, which is...