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Far North Spirits Grand Winner of DISCUS Competition

Far North Spirits was named the grand winner of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States’ (DISCUS) Innovation Showcase competition during the awards presentation at the 2026 DISCUS annual conference in Louisville, Ky. Far North Spirits took home first place for its Single Varietal Rye Whiskey. The Minnesota distillery

Barboursville Winery Sold

The Virginia winery will be celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The buyer was a private equity group. Terms weren't disclpsed. Winemaker/ General Manager Luca Paschina will remain as CEO/President. “Our investor group, with no other wine industry interests, fully supports Barboursville’s mission — to craft world-

How Trump's Iran War Will Hurt Bev/Al

I misspoke a couple of days ago when I said President Trump's attack on Iran would have little if any impact on the bev/al industry. I was thinking about shipping lanes and the fact alcohol is prohibited in the Muslim-dominated Middle Eastern countries. But attacks on

Trump's Tariffs Cut U.S. Wine Sales to Canada 78% . . .

"Liberation Day," the day President Trump began imposing tariffs of various sizes on our best trading partners and allies, was April 1, 2025. But lest you forget, he was stirring the pot earlier, imposing a 25% tariff on Canadian exports. Canada responded. Canadian provinces began removing U.S.

[BND] Your Breakfast Briefing

Good Morning and Happy Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Court to Trump Administration: Refund Illegally Collected Tariffs Now The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit refused a request from the Trump Administration to delay refunds of the tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court last month. Sale of Napa

Mission Craft Cocktails in Supply Pact with 3d Gen Tequila Distillery

Mission Craft Cocktails in Supply Pact with 3d Gen Tequila Distillery

Mission Craft Cocktails - the award-winning line of bar-strength, ready-to-drink cocktails crafted with locally-sourced Southern California ingredients and premium spirits - announces an exclusive new supply agreement with Productos Finos de Agave (PFA) for all of its tequila-based cocktails. The third-generation run, 100% Mexican-owned

Holla Spirits Revamps R-t-D Crush Lineup

Holla Spirits Revamps R-t-D Crush Lineup

The updated portfolio features striking new can designs, fully printed cartons, and the introduction of a grapefruit crush flavor, expanding Holla's lineup of vodka-based canned cocktails. To make trial easier than ever, Holla is also launching super-accessible Variety 4-Packs, showcasing its 12oz orange, grapefruit, watermelon,