Blue Run Spirits today announced the hiring of Shaylyn Gammon as its first Whiskey Director. Gammon will drive the development and expansion of Blue Run’s whiskey portfolio. Gammon joins Blue Run Spirits from Campari Group, where she managed product innovation projects across the company’s North American portfolio. Based in Kentucky, she worked closely with the Bourbon…
Sutter Home Family Vineyards today announced the brand’s expansion into the ready-to-drink category with Sweet Tea, Peach Tea and Lemonade Wine Cocktails. The three offerings bring trending tea and lemonade flavors to the wine category and tap into the $413 million wine-based cocktail market1. The 7.5 percent ABV lineup is now available nationwide in 187mL four-packs and 750mL…
Víctor M. Villalobos Arámbula, Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development Government of Mexico and Pau Roca, Director General of the OIV are pleased to announce the 43rd World Congress of Vine and Wine and the 20th General Assembly of the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) will take place from 31 October to 4 November in Ensenada, Baja California,…
The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest-growing and most-innovative sports league, today announced a partnership deal with Wolf Spirit to name Puncher’s Chance® Bourbon as the official spirits partner of the PFL. As part of the deal, Puncher’s Chance will sponsor all PFL Regular Season events on ESPN networks and streaming platforms and be served in the VIP…
SOCIAL HOUSE® Vodka, North Carolina’s leading craft vodka, is proud to announce Lisa Lowery has joined the team as Master Distiller. Lowery brings a wealth of experience and technical expertise which gives her the ability to focus on quality, craftsmanship, and innovation. “We are thrilled to welcome Lisa to the Social House team,” said Cary Joshi, President, and Founder…
As we say goodbye to “Dry January” and make way for “Boozy February,” kept the new spirit Kentucky Coffee top of mind for any unique gifts or celebratory accompaniments for Valentine’s Day, Super Bowl parties or anything in between. A premium coffee-flavored whiskey that pairs perfectly with a February chill with its silky maple and…
The makers of Black Infusions have added Dark Cherry to their portfolio of award winning, naturally-infused spirits. Black Infusions Dark Cherry, Black Fig and Gold Apricot are all naturally infused with dried fruit. All three vodkas are 60-proof, gluten-free, and made without artificial sugars, flavors, or colors. “The addition of Dark Cherry strengthens our portfolio at a…
With more than 640,000 9L cases sold in 2021, Teremana® Tequila has been the most successful launch of a spirits brand in U.S. history. From this unparalleled start, the brand is focused on furthering strategic expansions in the US and international markets. Created and introduced by founder Dwayne Johnson alongside co-founders Dany Garcia, Jenna Fagnan, and Ken Austin, Teremana® Tequila, a…
James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd and 8th Wonder Brewery & Distillery have joined forces to create Hammer Down, an original bourbon dreamed up not only to be delicious, but to raise funds for nonprofit organization Southern Smoke’s ongoing support of members of the hospitality industry. Hammer Down is blended, proofed, and bottled in Houston at 8th Wonder Distillery. Bars and restaurants can…
Fresh Vine Wine, Inc. (NYSE American: VINE) today announced the release of its Limited Reserve Napa Cabernet, the fifth varietal in its expanding line up in the premium wine category. Janelle Anderson, CEO Fresh Vine Wine, Inc., said, “I am extremely pleased to be releasing our Limited Reserve Napa Cabernet, a wine which has been…
Damn Right Cocktails today announced the launch of its USDA certified organic, 100% de agave Tequila sparkling cocktail in Texas and California. The line has two SKUs: a lime margarita called Devil of a Lime and a Strawberry Basil cocktail called Son of a Basil. The brand is distributed by Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC). Damn Right…
Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, the most awarded American Whiskey or Bourbon of 2019 and 2020, confirmed today it has solidified this honor for the third year in a row, raking in a record 198 awards in 2021. Since its debut in 2017, the super-premium whiskey from Tennessee has topped every major spirit competition, garnering 380 total awards,…
19 Crimes adds a new face to its lineup of boundary pushing and culture molding characters: the iconic Martha Stewart. An American businesswoman known for her entrepreneurial genius and ever evolving lifestyle, Martha adds another bullet to her already outstandingly long resume: winemaker. 19 Crimes Martha’s Chard is available nationally for SRP: $11.99. “I am thrilled…
Daimon Brewery, a craft sake brewery established in 1826, today announced that it will unveil a new limited-edition series called the Toji Series. Toji (杜氏) is the Japanese name for the Sake Master Brewer, and this series is a tribute to the many Toji’s that have brought their knowledge and experiences to Daimon Brewery and…
What Are Pączki?For the uninitiated, pączki (plural) or pączek (singular) are rich, filled donuts in various flavors enjoyed on Fat Tuesday before Lent. Pączki resemble donuts but are made with an enriched dough that often incorporates eggs, butter and milk, as well as vodka, which limits the absorption of fats during frying, keeping the exterior crust crisp….
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