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Archive for April, 2017

Trend Spotting: Spirits on Fire

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Spicy-hot whiskey & such are Spreading—Blame/Thank Fireball   By Jack Robertiello Most comets burn out fast, but the streak across […]

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Ten Wine Tips for Beginners

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Wine should be simple. Here are some tips on finding great bottles on a budget, and how to kickstart your education when it comes to drinking well. Read more

Weighing The Potential Impact Of A Diageo-Moët Hennessy Deal

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In recent days, luxury giant LVMH unveiled a plan to strengthen and simplify its fashion and leather goods business by bringing the Christian Dior brand fully under its control. The move set off a fresh round of speculation as to … Continue reading

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Ten questions for Diageo – Analysis

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On 9 May, Diageo is hosting its latest Capital Markets Day for analysts and investors, in London. Ahead of the group's presentations, Anthony Bucalo, global beverages analyst at HSBC, has prepared a list of questions for the senior executive team, for what he describes as a "crucial" day for Diageo. Read more

Florida Legislature Passes So-Called “Whiskey And Wheaties” Bill

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The Florida state legislature has approved SB 106, also known as the “Whiskey And Wheaties” bill, which aims to allow grocery stores, big-box retailers and other accounts to sell spirits alongside other consumer products. Currently, grocers and big-box retailers are … Continue reading

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News Briefs for April 27, 2017

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•Napa, California-based importer The Sorting Table has added South Africa’s Neil Ellis Wines to its stable. The Neil Ellis portfolio, which features wines from the Stellenbosch, Darling, Durbanville and Elgin regions, includes the Neil Ellis Wines, Sincerely, The Left Bank … Continue reading

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Baron Francois Portfolio Tasting

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Baron Francois hosted its 13th annual portfolio tasting on March 28 at the Astor Center in NYC. The event, which […]

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for April 27, 2017

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•Boston Beer Co.’s sales continued to slide in its first quarter that ended in March, as revenue declined 14% to $162 million during the period. Net income was down 19% to $5.7 million. Chairman and founder Jim Koch said the … Continue reading

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Jim Beam at Citi Field

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To celebrate the new Jim Beam Bourbon Bar, Jim Beam’s new partnership with the Mets, the Beam team kicked off […]

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Vermouth Rebounds

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  Is it finally vermouth’s time? Suppliers are ramping up…   By Jack Robertiello Buoyed by the return of many […]

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