Source: FT By Adam Jones in Paris Aug 19th Patrick Ricard, who died on Friday at the age of 67, gave France a masterclass in how to profit from globalisation. Yet the cornerstone of his success at Pernod Ricard, the world’s second-biggest distiller by sales, was an aperitif of only limited international appeal. […]
This year marks the 125th anniversary of Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch! While Glenfiddich will officially be celebrating the milestone with a star-studded soiree at the Statue of Liberty, these recipes can allow anyone (even whisky novices) to celebrate all that sets Glenfiddich apart. Whisky cocktails are experiencing a resurgence, and single malt cocktails are a unique […]
NORWALK, Conn., July 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — In 2011, the spirits industry had the best performance since the economic downturn began. Price-friendly products maintained their solid presence, and higher-end brands continued their climb back to pre-recession levels. According to The Beverage Information Group’s Liquor Handbook 2012, these factors contributed to the spirits market expanding 3.4% […]
Caesars Atlantic City’s New Wine, Liquor, Beer, and Premium Cigar Outlet Showcases Wide Selection with an Emphasis on Value ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (July 23, 2012) – Caesars Atlantic City is a name that represents unmatched luxury, only accepting the best-of-the-best, so when the resort destination’s newest outlet, A Time For Wine II, […]
Source: The Mirror Jun 19th Jack Daniel’s have poured cold water on claims that the original recipe for their American whiskey was discovered in Wales. As reported by the Mirror last week, businessman Mark Evans, 54, was researching his family history when he discovered the recipe in a dusty old book of herbal remedies. It […]
Paula Deen joins Celebrity Chefs Anne Burrell, Tyler Florence, Nadia G, Robert Irvine, Buddy Valastro and Andrew Zimmern to Host the Fourth Annual Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival from July 26-29, 2012 (May 24, 2012, Atlantic City, NJ) – Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City is proud to welcome back America’s favorite Southern Belle, […]
Organic Italian Wheat Vodka Expands Distribution to Illinois, Texas, North Carolina and New Mexico ST. LOUIS, MO. (April 9, 2012): PURUS Vodka, an organic wheat vodka imported from the Piedmont region of Italy, is expanding its distribution from four to eight states beginning later this month. PURUS will now be available in Illinois, Texas, North […]
July 2012 – Guinness World Records™ has awarded The Macallan the accolade of ‘most expensive whisky sold at auction’. Now the definitive world record holder, The Macallan’s 64 Years Old in Lalique, Cire Perdue sold at auction for $460,000, with 100 percent of the proceeds benefitting charity: water, an organization that provides access to […]
Raising the bar: Fuzzy Navel inventor/”Bartending for Dummies” author and his liquid empire
Check out this great Star Ledger article on BARTENDER founder Ray Foley!
Chicago, IL – Wirtz Beverage Illinois, a leading distributor of fine wine and spirits, opened the doors of a 605,000 square foot, multi-use training and distribution center. The state-of-the-art facility includes corporate offices, conference centers, training facilities and 500,000 square feet of warehouse space. “The new facility serves as more than warehouse and office space,” […]
New partnership between Luxury Tequila brand and entrepreneur Perry Farrell includes a multi- million dollar advertising campaign shot by Danny Clinch, event marketing campaign as Official Tequila of Lollapalooza Music Festival and extensive social network campaign. New York City, NY – (May 22, 2012) – Dobel® Tequila and Perry Farrell, the creator of the Lollapalooza […]
Grease Monkey Distillery, Moonshine University and Challenge Bottling Enable Startup Productions to Benefit From Kentucky’s Wealth of Distilling Expertise LOUISVILLE, KY (April 4, 2012)—On Tuesday, April 3, the Distilled Spirits Epicenter opened in downtown Louisville with a VIP reception attended by Louisville Mayor Greg Fisher. The facility is the city’s first education and training […]
Munich’s Leading Brewery offers VIP Germany trip for two to Oktoberfest USA…For true beer enthusiasts it’s the Mecca of Brewing, the world’s largest beer festival…the 202nd anniversary year of the original Munich Oktoberfest. And what better host for such a grand trip than Hacker-Pschorr, the famed six-centuries-old traditional Munich specialty brewer, that is making it possible […]
Harold Osborn Named Senior Vice President Avery Island, LA, February 24, 2012 – Anthony “Tony” Simmons, previously Executive Vice President of McIlhenny Company, has been named President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. A great-great-grandson of Edmund McIlhenny, the creator of Tabasco® brand pepper sauce, Mr. Simmons is a member of the fifth generation […]
Group’s First Venture Introduces Two American Whiskeys and an American Cream LiqueurPULASKI, Tenn., March 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — An experienced group of beverage industry experts have joined together to launch Capital Brands LLC to bring unique premium alcohol beverages to the global market. The company will create, produce and market its own branded premium spirits. […]
