November 8, 2022
Nick Cook, Publisher
Coming off the heels of Campari’s acquisition of Wilderness Trail last week, Diageo swoops in with a deal of their own: Texas craft distillery Balcones will be joining the spirits giant’s portfolio.
A big announcement from OnTrend Concepts is the launch of the 2nd Annual Spirits Sales & Branding Conference. Coming off the heels of a successful inaugural event, you can read more about what’s going down March 24th in Chicago.
And now, the news…
Texas-based whiskey producer Balcones Distilling has been purchased by Diageo for an undisclosed sum.
After Austin's strong speaker lineup in '22, the conference heads to the shores of the Great Lakes in March of '23.
Getting a brand to market doesn’t have to be scary.
Retailers from around the country share their top save and splurge shelf stockers for the 2022 holiday season
A deep dive into the dangers of generalizing outlets and splitting them only into "cool ones" and "mainstream ones".
In an interview, the CEO said the company would “definitely be open” to making further deals in the American whiskey category.
TTB's got some guidance on the subject!
In September, the MLB announced the partnership, wherein Jackson's Branson Cognac and Le Chemin du Roi Champagne brands were named the "Official Cognac" and "Premium Champagne" of the Astros.
“The proverbial saying in this industry is that if you want to make a million dollars, invest two million,” said Chris Montana, founder and owner of the first Black-owned distillery, Minneapolis-based Du Nord Craft Spirits.
Spirits company adds SESH and HAPE Sake Spritz to portfolio
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