Amani Macaulay and Chima Burey launched Duke & Dake Salted Caramel Whiskey in 2018. As co-founders of the whiskey brand, they both wanted to give consumers that sense of nostalgia without compromising quality. And it certainly paid off.
What started as a friendly campfire gathering sparked an idea for a beverage alcohol company. With the fire roaring, whiskey flowing and good cigars being enjoyed by all, Heritage Distilling Company’s conception began.
In lieu of Women’s History Month, Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart is a great example of how important women leadership is in the beverage alcohol industry.
After giving up tenure as a full professor, Sonat has become an influential member of the craft distilling community. Not only has she helped educate...
Columbia Distributing has been a rapidly changing organization over the years since its inception in 1935. What began as traditional beer distribution has turned into total beverage distribution. Now, the company plays in four categories: beer, non-alcoholic beverages, wine and spirits.
"The opportunity for us with all of those categories...
In a sea of spirit companies that claim to have the best product, the key to standing out is to go against the grain and find different ways to curate your drink. One of the ways Old Elk sets itself apart from the herd is through their Slow Cut™...
Mid-strength spirits are having their moment thanks to moderation-minded consumers. While the rise of zero-proof alcohol is still prevalent, drinks with less alcohol content are also gaining the interest of younger drinkers looking for a low-key night.
IWSR found that more than 50% of U.S. drinkers are moderating their alcohol...
At its 85th Annual Convention and Product Showcase last October, The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) introduced Gordon Green as the organization's new Chairman of the Board.
Green has been a member of the board for 12 years and previously held positions in the wine and soft drink industry. We...
The Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) welcomed M.S. Walker President Doug Shaw as its new Chairman on September 20. With over 46 years of experience under his belt, Shaw plans to keep WSWA a vibrant and diverse organization during his time on board. We recently interviewed Shaw...
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits has announced the retirement of its president, Sheldon “Shelly” Stein, effective July 1, 2023.
Stein played a critical role in the successful combination of Southern Wine & Spirits and Glazer’s Distributors in 2016, establishing Southern Glazer’s as the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in the industry.
Following his...
I recently attended the Dimensional Insight Users Conference in Boston, where many of the company's clients presented case studies showing how they're using its applications, including Diver and Program Advisor. There were about a dozen beverage wholesalers in attendance, including Jessica Cyr, the Director of Sales Operations and Marketing...
