Making headlines in 2024 as the youngest female master among the major houses of Cognac at the age of 31, Agathe Boinot has had quite the unconventional journey to her appointment as D’USSÉ cellar master, breaking glass ceilings along her way.
SoNo 1420, America’s Maritime Distillery, located in the coastal city of South Norwalk, CT, announced a new partnership with Murphy Distributors of Connecticut. The brand, which introduced its small-batch, handcrafted whiskey in 2019, now joins a portfolio of premium spirits and outside representation under the Murphy umbrella.
Emily Xu will step into an expanded role at Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) as Chief Digital & Information Officer, effective March 7, 2025.
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer’s) announced the promotion of Jeri Rippon to Senior Vice President, General Manager of New York, effective immediately. In this role, Rippon will oversee strategic operations and commercial execution across the New York market
Frey Ranch Distillery announced its expansion into two new U.S. markets: Colorado and Illinois. With these additions, Frey Ranch is now available in the on- and off-premise in 15 markets, including Nevada, California, Texas, Ohio, Oregon, Georgia, Arizona, Tennessee, Florida, Michigan, Virginia, New Mexico and Indiana.
Sammy Hagar and Guy Fieri’s Santo Spirits has expanded its international distribution into India. All five Santo expressions, including Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, 110 Proof Blanco and Mezquila will be available in India through HS Oberoi Spirits, with broker services provided by JIN Consulting.
As the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene continues to be deeply felt by residents of western North Carolina, Charlotte-based Oaklore Distilling Co. raised $52,000 for survivors through its recent “Empty the Shelves for Carolina” fundraising efforts.
The annual Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) Conference concluded the evening of September 20 after two days of programming at the InterContinental at The Wharf in Washington, D.C.
Casa Del Sol Tequila, co-founded by Mexican-American actress, producer, director and entrepreneur Eva Longoria, has announced a national distribution deal with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits ("Southern Glazer's") to handle their distribution across 41 U.S. markets and Canada.
Top Chef winner and host Kristen Kish has created Kish Apéritif, a line of chef-inspired soju-based liqueurs. Containing ingredients like mushroom, smoke, kumquat, ginger, licorice, sour cherries and peppercorn, Kish Apéritif features four unique expressions.
