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Ky. Distillers Cheer Phase-Out of Bourbon Barrel Tax

The Kentucky General Assembly passed and sent to the governor a bill that phases out the state's bourbon barrel tax over 20 years. The Kentucky Distillers Association applauded the passage, calling the measure a "common-sense compromise" that protects funding for "schools, fire departments and

Deborah Brenner Launches Marketplace for Diverse Suppliers

Deborah Brenner, Founder & CEO of Women of the Vine & Spirits, is announcing the launch this morning (Thursday, 3/30/23) of Diverse Powered Brands, "a first-of-its-kind, centralized bev alc B2B global marketplace connecting diverse-owned, diverse-led and diverse-made brands to buyers, wholesalers,

On the Rocks Cocktails Launches 1st Ready-to-Drink Midori Cocktail

The OTR Midori Sour Limited Release is an expressive cocktail that harmonizes Midori Melon Liqueur infused with Japanese melons, smooth vodka, and notes of bright lemon and lime and will be available beginning in April in select markets nationwide for a limited time.

Texans Overwhelmingly Back Fair Sales Policy for Ready-to-Drink Spirits

Some 75% of Texans support a proposal to change the law to let licensed retailers sell ready-to-drink spirit coolers at the same places as beer, wine and hard seltzers, with 70% feeling strongly enough about the issue to be willing to participate at the ballot box to ensure

A New Flavor for Ciroc

CÎROC Honey Melon will launch with the "No Reservations Needed" campaign, featuring visuals that portray a reimagined country club experience explored through the lens of a diverse group of young adults that challenge the concept of class and exclusivity. "From developing the flavor and making sure it

Spirit Hound Hires Chief Commercialization Officer; Products Online

Spirit Hound Distillery & Tasting Room, Lyons, Colo., announces the hiring of Chief Commercialization Officer, Abby Robertson. She joins from E&J Gallo, where she was National Sales Director. Additionally, Spirit Hound's whisky, gin and vodka are now available for purchase online in 40+ states. Previously, Spirit

Ruffino Buys Estate Vineyards, to Build Wine Cellar, Hospitality Center

Ruffino said it acquired 15 hectacres of vineyards across two subregions in the Bolgheri region, with four hectares in Bolgherese and 11 hectares in Sondraie. Located in the area of Maremma on the Tuscan coast and with just 69 producers present, the prestigious Bolgheri region has quickly become one of