Maggie Campbell Joins Mount Gay Rum
Another chapter in the history of the world’s oldest rum distillery has begun. In October 2021, Mount Gay will expand its team of expertise to welcome Maggie Campbell, former Head Distiller of Privateer Rum.
Foundry Distilling Co. and Confluence Brewing Co. Team Up To Make Des Moines Malt Whiskey
When the inventive West Des Moines distiller, Foundry Distilling Co., and renowned Des Moines brewery, Confluence Brewing Co., join together to make a one-of-a-kind spirit, the result is the exceptional Des Moines Malt Whiskey.
Inspiro Tequila Launches in the U.S.
Inspiro Tequila, a new ultra-premium additive-free tequila, meticulously crafted from hand-selected 100% Blue Weber Agave, has launched in the U.S.
Vermont’s Village Garage Distillery Launches The Spirit Of The Green Mountains
Village Garage, a newly-opened distillery in Bennington, Vermont, announces its first release, Village Bourbon, made from Vermont corn and rye and aged 5 years in American White Oak barrels.
Cooper Spirits Announces “Slow & Low Coffee Old-Fashioned” In Partnership with Intelligentsia Coffee,
The Cooper Spirits Co., an independent producer of innovative, integrity-driven spirits, announced “Slow & Low Coffee Old-Fashioned,” the first-ever expansion of its iconic Slow & Low brand.
Gruvi Non-Alcoholic Beer And Wine Secures $2.0 Million In Seed Funding
Gruvi, a line of non-alcoholic beer and wine led by a dynamic sister and brother duo, announced its seed capital raise of $2.0 million. The round was led by Rockies Venture Club with participation from Maple Leaf Angels, Head and Heart Capital, several private investors and debt financing through BDC capital. Notable investors include Phil Donne, previous CEO of Campbell Soup and Kellogg Canada, Rita Valois, previous CIO of Treasury Wine Estates and Jim Spatz, President of Southwest Properties.
Flavorman Breaks Ground On $8.5 Million “Beverage Campus” Expansion
Flavorman, a leading beverage development company, held a ceremonial groundbreaking on the site of its new facility expansion at 809 South 8th Street. Upon completion, the project will bring 30 new jobs to downtown Louisville.
Breakthru Distribution’s CBD Build-Out Continues With Cloud Water, Sprig
Breakthru Beverage continues to solidify its position in the CBD beverage market with today’s announcement of its partnership with Sprig and Cloud Water.
Crown to Open New Aluminum Can Production Facility in Nevada
As the beverage industry faces a painful crunch on aluminum can supply, another manufacturer announced last week that it is working to expand production. Crown Holdings said Friday that it has selected Mesquite, Nevada as the location of a new aluminum can manufacturing facility.
Brew Dr. Launches Limited-Edition Northwest Hops Kombucha
It’s fresh hop season in Oregon, and Brew Dr. is excited to announce its third ‘Founder’s Series’ release, Northwest Hops. This limited-edition kombucha features an updated recipe of a longtime Brew Dr. favorite, the former Citrus Hops flavor.
ShineWater Signs Distribution Deal with Anheuser-Busch, Launching Pouches
Riding the strength of its positioning as the “only RTD hydration beverage with 100% of the daily allowance of Vitamin D per bottle,” Michigan-based ShineWater has secured a deal that will see it enter Anheuser-Busch’s network of wholly owned distributors starting next month.
Once Upon A Coconut Appoints Strategy & Social Equity Advisor And Board Member
Once Upon A Coconut has appointed Emilie Fritz Veloso, a veteran in the coconut water industry, as Strategy & Social Equity Advisor + Board Member, where she will be assisting with purpose-driven, product and marketing initiatives.
These Are the RTD Cocktails We’re Sipping in September
The ready-to-drink spirits space saw a wide range of innovation this month from a supergrain alcohol-based Paloma from Crook & Marker to a sake-based cocktail from singer Jay Sean.
Suzie’s Organic Hard Seltzers Now Available at Trader Joe’s
The Official Hard Seltzer of Mother Nature can now be found on shelves at Trader Joe’s in 4 western states. Trader Joe’s is featuring Suzie’s Organic Hard Seltzers Mountain and Beach variety packs in all 42 Trader Joe’s stores in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Colorado.