Suntory Buys 10% Share of Edrington
The Japanese spirits conglomerate Suntory Holdings has acquired a 10% stake in Edrington, the maker of The Macallan, Highland Park, Brugal and Wyoming Whiskey, among other brands.
This agreement builds on the existing strategic partnership...
Jameson Launches Cold Brew Coffee-Infused Whiskey
Jameson today officially unveiled Jameson Cold Brew, a new Irish Whiskey infused with natural cold brew coffee flavor.
"By combining the smooth taste of triple distilled Jameson and the richness of natural cold brew coffee...
7 American Whiskey Trends in 2020
Brown spirits continue to boom in America. Although consumer education remains a bit behind — many people still don't know the difference between bourbon and whiskey — interest in distilled spirits is very high.
This...
The Macallan Launches Lunar New Year Gift Set
The Macallan has put out a new limited-edition gift set for the Double Cask 12 Years Old to celebrate the forthcoming Lunar New Year. Now in its third year, the Year of the Rat...
Johnnie Walker Blue Label Releases ‘Year of the Rat’ Bottle
Celebrating the Chinese New Year, Johnnie Walker Blue Label has unveiled its limited-edition 'Year of the Rat' bottle.
The brand puts out a special bottle every year to mark the occasion.
The current design, by artist...
Old Forrester Single Barrel Program Adds 100 Proof, Barrel Strength
Customers who purchase full barrels from Old Forester will now have more options.
The brand announced today an expansion of its single barrel program to include both 100 proof and unfiltered barrel strength whiskeys.
“Since our founding...
Interview: Why Diageo Invested in No-ABV Alcohol
“Wellness” is one of the most talked about consumer trends in 2020. People have become increasingly conscious about what they put into their bodies. A growing offshoot of this cross-category movement is the rise...
Does Terroir Matter in Whiskey?
The term terroir is common in wine. Many consumers understand that the flavors and aromas of wine can reflect the grapes, soil and other terrain aspects from the vineyards.
So if whiskey is made...
The Rock and Dany Garcia Obtain Distribution for Tequila Brand
Siete Bucks Spirits, led by Founder and Chairman Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Co-Founder Dany Garcia, today announce a strategic alliance and partnership to distribute Teremana Tequila globally with the Mast-Jägermeister organization.
Distribution begins in March.
"Our...
Diageo Invests in Non-Alcoholic Alcohol Brand Ritual Zero Proof
Ritual Zero Proof, a "spirit alternative" distilled in America that echoes the taste and smell of spirits, today announced an investment from Diageo, via the company's incubator division, Distill Ventures.
The investment will help drive...