Good morning, and Happy Friday. It's July 19, 2024.

Spouses Who Drink Together Live Longer, Have Better Marriages: Study

The couple that drinks together might live longer together, too, says a University of Michigan researcher.

Paulaner USA 1st Half Depletions Up 16%

Paulaner USA reports first half depletions rose 16% from a year earlier, a result of strong chain store commitments and accelerating independent channel distribution gains.

Penna Gov. Allows RtDs Where Beer, Wine Sold

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a bill enabling consumers to purchase spirits ready to drink products where they buy beer and wine. According to the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S., Shapiro's signature means 10,000 Pennsylvania outlets can start selling these products. The bill takes effect Sept. 15.

Why Young Adult Drinkers Choose Alcohol-Free Days

Most Americans don't drink every day. But the image of young adults is they do. If they don't have at least a cocktail a day, they have a couple of beers. But most young adults don't drink every day. The question is why? It's an important question, regardless of whether you are a bev/al marketer or someone who favors a reduction in drinking or even no drinking.

PSA Brewery to Pay $50,797 for Failure to File, Pay Excise Taxes

Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau accepted a $50,797.36 offer in compromise from PSA Brewery, Baltimore, to settle a $88.685.45 liability that arose from failure to pay Federal Excise Taxes.

Smoke Lab Vodka Debuts 1L and 1.75L Packages

The new 1L size has been developed specifically for on-premise establishments to build premium well partnerships and permanent drink menu features. The 1.75L size will help increase the brand’s shelf presence in retail establishments.  

Uncle Nearest Whiskey to Launch 'Lost Chapter' Series

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, the most awarded bourbon and American whiskey brand for five years running, is set to launch its 'Lost Chapter' series. The collection of limited edition whiskeys will give fans access to unreleased chapters of Uncle Nearest

CRŪ Winery Announces Chowder Cook-Off Contest

This summer, CRŪ Winery is on the hunt for the best chowder recipe with the Chowder Cook-Off Contest. Now through Aug. 6, California residents can submit their best chowder recipe for a chance to win

Cincoro Tequila Becomes Official Partner of AC Milan

 Cincoro Tequila announced its official partnership with Italian football giant, AC Milan, to fuel its global expansion.

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