Made in Korea, made for good times. Chuga launched the world’s first 8% ABV low alcohol soju range in Singapore, Hana Soju, in 2021. A new addition to their primary range of Chuga Soju distilled at an ABV range of 12% – 15%. Chuga Soju is a household name for many soju drinkers in Singapore, being one of…
Grateful Mary, a vibrant artisanal reinterpretation of classic Bloody Mary mix, is pioneering a new breed of mixer: small-batch, delicious, healthy, and in one of its two debut formulations, enhanced by CBD. Produced by Frontier Brands, Grateful Mary is now on shelves at retailers throughout the Southeastern United States and at dozens of Spec’s Wine, Spirits, and Finer…
JaM Cellars, the maker of Butter Chardonnay, announces the expansion of its popular Butter brand with the launch of two new wines—Butter Cab, California and Butter Bubbles, California. A bottle of Butter Chardonnay is sold on average every 3.3 seconds and continues to be the #2 best-selling chardonnay priced at $12+ in the U.S. (Nielsen Scan Data 2021)….
Duke Spirits is riding high with a new Grand Cru tequila release and a wave of popularity for the legend behind the label: John Wayne, affectionately known as “The Duke.” Duke Spirits, makers of Duke Grand Cru Bourbon and Rye Reserves, worked with son Ethan Wayne to craft Duke Spirits Grand Cru Tequila, three new…
The inaugural winner was chosen by popular vote by fans and members of RackHouse Whiskey Club — a craft whiskey of the month subscription club. The awards began with a public nomination period. A list of 10 finalists were then chosen by RackHouse Whiskey Club judges based on four criteria: Compelling story, impact on community,…
Forty Creek Whisky is proud to announce a record-setting total of 14 wins at the 2022 Canadian Whisky Awards, presented in Victoria, B.C. last week – including the coveted ‘Award of Excellence for Innovation’ presented to Forty Creek Master’s Cut. With 11 medals and three awards, Forty Creek surpassed its previous record, with an additional 5 wins…
With Covid claustrophobia continuing to afflict all of us, award-winning wine author and renowned speaker Mark Oldman has devised the ultimate antidote. From the comfort of their own living rooms, people can travel the world learning about top wine regions through Oldman’s Bevinars virtual wine classes. Next week Oldman is commencing “Secrets of Iconic Wine Regions 2,”…
Nine independent whisky experts have named Crown Royal Nobel Collection Winter Wheat, Canada’s best whisky and Canadian Whisky of the Year at the twelfth annual Canadian Whisky Awards. From among well over 150 Canadian whiskies tasted, Crown Royal also took top honours for Best Blended Whisky and Sippin’ Whisky of the Year. “This is a…
Château Malartic-Lagravière’s flagship wine joins a star-studded lineup in Kenneth Branagh’s Death on the Nile, which hits theaters February 11, 2022 in the US. Malartic will be alongside Gal Gadot, Letitia Wright and Annette Bening, in the latest Agatha Christie thriller. “We are very proud to partner with Disney on DOTN, a production that brings grandeur…
Today, Jameson Irish Whiskey is introducing a new flavored expression – Jameson Orange – to the U.S. market and its existing, core range of product offerings. The latest innovation in the Jameson family builds on the brand’s commitment to craft, taste, and flavor and delivers a standout whiskey-forward taste experience with a unique twist. Jameson Orange combines the…
Fresh Vine Wine, Inc. (NYSE American: VINE) today announced a partnership with CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar as the premium wine pairing with special lunch and dinner menus rolling out to all twelve CRAVE locations based in Minnesota, Iowa, North and South Dakota, including a location in Mall of America. Kaskaid Hospitality owns and operates twelve CRAVE American…
Known for award-winning wines and celebrated annual releases, Duplin Winery, makers of America’s favorite sweet wines, opens 2022 with the debut of a truly unique Cotton Candy collection featuring three new fruit flavors – Lime, Blueberry and Peach – in addition to the celebrated Cotton Candy Original the company introduced in May of 2021. Using…
Fred Minnick, the renowned “whiskey authority” (Forbes) leading the spirits industry, tasted more than 700 whiskeys in 2021. On a livestream tasting last night (1.5), Minnick revealed the No. 1 whiskey of the year — Russell’s-Reserve 13 Year Bourbon. Watch the full stream, here: youtu.be/lKjUfemKfSI. “During my blind tasting, Russell’s-Reserve 13 Year Bourbon showed power…
NEFT Vodka, pioneer of a new category of ultra-premium sipping vodkas, today announced it will be kicking off the New Year with fans at the Rose Bowl Stadium’s Big Game on New Year’s Day, 2022. As the Official Vodka of the Stadium until mid-2023, NEFT intends to make a splash before and during the pre-game…
Amid the holiday season, pandemic-born sensation Sh!tshow Wine today announced the creation of a new label, Grat!tude, featuring white, red, and rosé blends with a simple yet elegant message that every wine lover can get behind. Like Sh!tshow’s namesake wines, Grat!tude incorporates the highest quality grapes from Washington and California vineyards in creating the brand’s uniquely Pennsylvania-made wines. Grat!tude’s dry wines, available for…
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