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White House Push on Intoxicating Hemp Said to Benefit Son-in-Law of Trump's Chief of Staff

The White House is lobbying Congress to delay a ban on intoxicating hemp products, The New York Times is reporting. Among the beneficiaries would be Bret Worley, son-in-law of Susie Wiles, President Trump's chief of staff, The Times says. He is CEO of companies that distribute

Aperture Cellars Expands SGWS Partnership into Florida

Aperture Cellars said it expanded its partnership with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits into Florida, effective Aug. 1. Southern Glazer’s already represents Aperture across Iowa, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Missouri; this next phase strengthens Aperture’s presence in one of the country’s most dynamic luxury, hospitality, and fine

Concha y Toro Profits Up 2% in 2Q, Sales Declined Moderated

Viña Concha y Toro showed a significant improvement in business performance during the second quarter. Despite the appreciation of the Chilean peso, between April and June, sales moderated their year-over-year decline to the mid-single digits, while net income rose 2.1% and earnings per share increased 6.

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(EMail personnel announcements to editor@bevnewsonline.com) Breakthru Beverage Group promotes Jesse Christen to EVP-Wisconsin. He brings more than 14 years of experience with Breakthru, having held leadership positions across the business, most recently as VP-Supplier Business Development. Earlier in his career, he served as VP-Sales for

Stetson, Inventors of the Cowboy Hat, Debuts Its Own Bourbon

Stetson, America's most iconic Western brand, launched Stetson Bourbon. Backed by a legacy of Western heritage, quality, and craftsmanship, Stetson Bourbon is a super-premium, high-rye proprietary blend distilled and bottled in Bardstown, Ky. The Story: After a three-year journey of sourcing and tasting, Stetson found