Stoli has announced Miguel Cedeño-Cruz as its new master distiller for ultra-premium tequila, Cenote Tequila, where he will be responsible for overseeing the production processes, quality control and strategic development of the brand.
What parallels exist between music, food and beverage and how can they inform entrepreneurs about innovation strategies? The hosts look to legendary music producer Rick Rubin for answers. We also discuss trends from behind the bar with the 2023 USBG World Class bartender of the year Renato Tonelli and Julie Reiner, the owner of world renowned NYC cocktail restaurants The Clover Club and Leyenda.
In this week’s new products roundup, Heywell collaborates with convenience store chain Foxtrot to create a new Cherry Limeade flavor, GNC drops its first hydration and performance product and Swoon and Splenda get into the summer spirit with new iced tea launches.
After a $5.6 million investment on Wednesday, Reed’s leadership expressed optimism during its Q1 earnings call that it will achieve cash flow positive by the end of year reporting cost cutting measures have improved margins.
Functional non-alc spirit Aplós closed a $5.5 million Series A as it aims to expand its retail presence while maintaining its sophisticated appeal in high-end cocktail bars and fine dining restaurants.
Bib & Tucker Small Batch Bourbon is proudly announcing the release of Bib & Tucker Double Char Bourbon.
Heimat New York, makers of handcrafted liqueurs since 2018, is proud to announce its newest liqueur, Black Currant.
It’s time to blow out the candles! GHOST, the lifestyle brand that spans sports nutrition products, energy drinks, dietary supplements, merch and apparel, is celebrating its seventh birthday with an exclusive LTO GHOST ENERGY launch at Kroger, a not-to-miss summer sweepstakes, and GNC’s “Partner of the Year” award win.
Wildwonder, the AAPI founded brand behind the world’s first sparkling prebiotic + probiotic beverage for gut health, is adding a fun, new flavor to the mix this June in time for pool days, beach trips, and everyday summer adventures.
Mystic Galactic Bourbon, the first bourbon to be aged in outer space, has announced the selection of an orbiter vendor. The bourbon release is limited to 1,500 bottles with the first 1,000 entering pre-sale last week for $75,000 per bottle.
Health and wellness-focused CPG investment firm Selva Ventures announced this week it has closed a $34 million raise for its second fund, which included backing from Unilever Ventures, PagsGroup and Obelysk as well as existing investors.
Eugene, Oregon-based Wolf Spirit announced its spirits products will be available in Canada starting this month. Southern-Glazer’s Wine and Spirits will serve as the wholesaler for the distribution of Puncher’s Chance Bourbon and Tom of Finland Organic Vodka across Canada.
The debut of the ultra-premium KAH aged expression represents an important stage in the evolution of the brand’s portfolio, showcasing the Master Distiller’s ability to coax out higher levels of complexity and resulting in an extraordinary and distinctive aged spirit.
In a move signaling confidence in tequila’s continued ascent, Brown-Forman Corporation is pouring $200 million into expanding its historic Casa Herradura tequila distillery in Jalisco, Mexico to meet soaring global demand.
