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SommCon just partnered with Craft Beverage Expo to host Women in Craft Forum during the annual symposium and trade show in San Diego, CA. Women in Craft Forum will take place during SommCon Conference...

The sparkling wine category, which had posted growth for 20 consecutive years since 2002, took a tumble in 2023. Sparkling wine consumption fell 3.4% to 25.7 million 9-liter cases, according to The Beverage Information...

s consumers grow tired of the lack of variety in mocktail options at their favorite bars and restaurants, they look to create their own. Some even bottle their creations and turn it into a...

It is with great sadness that Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) marks the passing of former WSWA Chairman Don Leebern Jr. Mr. Leebern was great industry leader and advocate, served as chairman of...

Unlike tequila, bourbon or even gin, vodka has not generated too much buzz lately. But this spirit pays the bills at most bars and restaurants, given the amount of vodka that they sell and...

Waterford Whisky, a terroir-driven whisky producer, just signed with acclaimed distributor Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd. as the exclusive distribution partner in New York City, Upstate New York and New Jersey. The new collaboration...

Last week, the NAACP announced the next iteration of the Backing the B.A.R. (Business Accounts & Retailers) Acceleration Grant Program sponsored by Bacardi U.S.A. offering $100,000 in grants to the industry. First launched to increase support of black-owned bars, restaurants, nightclubs,...

Jeptha Creed, a women-owned craft distillery, just launched its 6-Year Wheated Bourbon. The Jeptha Creed family farm grows renowned Bloody Butcher Corn, a non-GMO heirloom varietal that imparts a uniquely sweet yet nutty flavor profile...

Pegasus Distillerie, a spirits brand founded in France’s Burgundy region, is now available in the United States. The Pegasus Distillerie portfolio includes vodka, gin and liqueur. As part of the U.S. market launch, Pegasus is introducing a...

L'Excuse Herbal Liqueur just introduced two botanical liqueurs: Green and Yellow. Following its introduction to the Midwest, L’Excuse is now poised for a global launch, the company notes. “Our journey began with a limited...