Monthly Archive: December 2011
Nielsen: Prepared Cocktails, Flavored Vodkas, Irish Whiskey Still Drive Off-Premise Growth
Total spirits sales grew 2.8% by volume in the 52-week period ending November 12, 2011 to 57.7 million cases, according to the latest figures from Nielsen. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 5, 2011News Briefs for December 5, 2011
•Pernod Ricard’s Kahlúa liqueur brand has partnered with Food Network chef Marcela Valladolid for the launch of the Delicioso Brunch Club. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 5, 2011Interview: D.C. Retailer Calvert Woodley Sees Sales Hitting $20 Million This Year
Washington, D.C.-based retailer Calvert Woodley is renowned for its Bordeaux selection and has been selling Bordeaux futures since 1966. With a mere 5,000 square feet of floor space, the store’s revenues are projected to top $20 million this year—ranking it among the country’s highest-grossing beverage alcohol retailers per square foot. The business was launched in 1982 when Calvert Liquors merged with Woodley Wine & Liquor, and it’s still owned and operated by original owners Aaron Bernstein and Ed Sands. Sales have increased modestly in recent years, with wine comprising 55% of revenues, spirits 35%, beer 5% and cheese and deli 5%. Shanken News Daily recently spoke to Ed Sands about the outstanding 2009 and 2010 Bordeaux vintages and trends in his market. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 2, 2011News Briefs for December 2, 2011
•Pernod Ricard USA has unveiled another extension to its Absolut Cities limited edition series, Absolut Miami. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 2, 2011Gin Gets A Boost At High End From Fast-Rising Hendrick’s
Gin continues to struggle in the U.S. market, but there’s excitement at the high end, which is outpacing the category with some impressive brand growth. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 1, 2011News Briefs for December 1, 2011
•The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments today in the ongoing legal battle between Beam Inc and Diageo related to the dripping red wax seals on Beam’s Maker’s Mark and Diageo NA’s Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia brands respectively. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 1, 2011
