Distribution Roundup: Thomas Ashbourne Hits Kroger, Waterford Whisky Expands
In spirits distribution news, SJP’s cosmo is hitting Kroger’s shelves and one importer is ditching a major distributor to focus on reaching the Hispanic consumer
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This Week’s New Products: Blue Beetle Energy Powder, Plus Blue Bottle, Laird and Chobani
In this week’s new products roundup, Genius Juice gets a brain boost with the launch of wellness shots, Laird and Chobani summon The Great Pumpkin and Indeed Brewing splashes into the THC-infused beverage space.
Analysis: Where Are The Opportunities in a Slow Cannabis Beverage Market?
We spoke with Brendan Mitchel-Chesebro, industry analyst at market research group BDSA, to unpack some of their latest insights, which showed beverages as the fourth-largest edible subcategory (6%) in Q1 2023.
IZO Spirits to Be Available at Select Total Wine Stores
This fall, the celebrated IZO Spirits (IZO) collection - including an award-winning Mezcal Joven - will be available at select Total Wine locations in California, Texas, and Florida.
LiquidData Aims to Help Fuel DTC Growth in Beverage Alcohol Space
BOSTON, Mass. — LiquidData, a rising star in the strategic pursuit of DTC growth in the beverage alcohol industry and creators of an e-commerce SaaS platform, today publicly announced a…
Waterford Whisky Announces Major Expansion Across the US Under New Distribution Partnership
Waterford Distillery, a terroir-driven producer of the most naturally flavorsome single malts, has announced a summer expansion across new markets nationwide under new distribution partnerships, beginning with Johnson Brothers.
RD1 Spirits Add Five More States to U.S. Distribution
LEXINGTON, Ky. – RD1 Spirits, an award-winning Lexington-based bourbon brand, marks the next step in its growth plan with the addition of five states — Nevada, Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and…
US Open Signs Maestro Dobel As Its First Official Tequila Partner Beginning In 2023
The USTA announced that it has partnered with Maestro Dobel Tequila to make the world’s first Cristalino the first “Official Tequila” of the US Open, beginning with the 2023 event.
Martinez Brands Announces U.S. Distribution Agreement with Casa Cuervo
Pasadena, Calif. – Martinez Brands, an importer and wholesale distributor of fine wines and spirits based in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, announced that it has reached an agreement with…
Bosscal Mezcal Goes Independent
Brothers Nelson and Verne Nieves, founders of Bosscal Mezcal, are delighted to announce that Bosscal has gone independent and appointed a highly experienced executive leadership team of CEO Stuart McGuire; COO Ruben Basantes; CCO Emmanuel Peña; CFO Mexico Luis Ascensio; and General Counsel John B. Rosenquest, IV (please see bios below).
Kenny Chesney’s Blue Chair Bay Rum Commemorates 10th Anniversary with Limited 16-Year Expression
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Kenny Chesney, founder and sole owner of Blue Chair Bay® Rum, is celebrating its 10th anniversary as only he can. Releasing a very limited edition 16-year-old rum…
Two PA Favorites Launch Rosenberger’s Iced Tea & Vodka
LANSDALE, Penn. – Together Boardroom Spirits, the award-winning precision craft distiller and Rosenberger’s known for their thirst-quenching iced tea, announce the launch of Rosenberger’s Original Lemon Iced Tea and Vodka…
Introducing Hemingway Rye Whiskey Signature Edition
Hemingway Whiskey Company announced the highly anticipated debut of its core expression, Hemingway Rye Whiskey Signature Edition.
Casa Azul Tequila Welcomes PGA Champion Brooks Koepka to Its Roster of Investors
Fresh off his history-making win at the 2023 PGA Championship, Casa Azul welcomes its latest partner and investor, Brooks Koepka. Koepka joins a growing roster of influential investors who share…