Long Drink Expands Distribution Across the Midwest
Long Drink, the brand built on the heritage of the Finnish alcohol category of long drinks — best described as citrus soda with liquor — announced today that it has expanded its distribution agreement...
Uber Finalizes Acquisition of Drizly
In a move representing the future of alcohol delivery and ecommerce, Uber has completed its purchase of Drizly.
This deal was originally announced back in February.
The price paid was about $1.1 billion, consisting of approximately 18.7 million...
CO Study Notes Cannabis Industry’s Climate Impact
Growing cannabis indoors has a significant carbon footprint. Colorado State University researchers investigated energy use from indoor cannabis cultivation and reported their findings.
“When you look at the total emissions from indoor cannabis cultivation in...
RNDC, FSU Launch Beverage Certificate Program
The Florida State University Dedman College of Hospitality has launched a new beverage certificate program in partnership with Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC).RDNC pledged $500,000 to establish the RNDC Certificate in Beverage Management program.,...
NBWA Holds 84th Annual Convention with New Logo
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) hosted its 84th Annual Convention and Trade Show at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas this past week. Held annually, the convention brings beer distributors together from across the...
Southern Glazer’s Bolsters Supplier Management Capabilities
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits has announced two appointments for its national Supplier Development & Marketing (SDM) organization.
Effective October 1, 2021, Mark Chaplin has been promoted to the role of Senior Vice President, Sales and...
Buffalo Trace Unveils 2021 Antique Collection Whiskeys
In one of Bourbon Hunting Season’s most eagerly anticipated moments, Buffalo Trace Distillery has announced its 2021 Antique Collection of uncut and unfiltered whiskeys.
This year’s lineup does not include the traditional George T. Stagg...
Stoli Hires New President of Kentucky Owl Estate Co.
Stoli Group has announced the hiring of David Mandell as president of Kentucky Owl Real Estate Company LLC.
Mandell will be responsible for leading the construction and development of the Kentucky Owl Distillery and Park,...
Southern Glazer’s Launches Fine Wine Experience on Proof
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits has launched a dedicated fine wine experience on their ecommerce platform SGProof.com, now available in 30 U.S. markets.
This Proof enhancement supports Southern Glazer’s development of the fine wine and...
Diageo Opens Carbon Neutral Whiskey Distillery
As more alcohol companies emphasize sustainability, Diageo has opened what it’s calling the first carbon neutral whiskey distillery in North America.
Operating in Lebanon, Kentucky, the 72,000 square-foot facility has the capacity to produce up to...
