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Yearly Archive: 2012

News Briefs for August 24, 2012

•The Charlie Palmer Group will close its Denver venues, District Tavern and Wazee Wood Fire Pizza, at the end of this month. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 24, 2012

Craft Brewing And Distilling News for August 24, 2012

•Ancram, New York’s Hillrock Estate Distillery is making its debut with the launch of its first spirit, a solera-aged Bourbon, next month. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 24, 2012

Johnnie Walker, Cîroc Lead 6% Diageo Sales Increase In U.S.

Volumes rose by just 1% in Diageo’s U.S. business in the 12 months through June, but a surge into higher pricing tiers—led by Johnnie Walker and Cîroc—helped the drinks giant post 6% net sales growth in both the U.S. and its North America region for its full fiscal year. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 23, 2012

After Valley Of The Moon Deal, WCWP Still Hunting For Acquisitions

Following its purchase of Valley of the Moon and Lake Sonoma from F. Korbel & Bros., West Coast Wine Partners (WCWP) tells Shanken News Daily the plan is to “keep our eyes open for future acquisitions, but of course we need to digest this one first.” Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 23, 2012

Washington’s Dry Fly Craft Distillery Posts 38% Volume Growth

Washington craft spirits producer Dry Fly Distilling tells Shanken News Daily its volume rose 38% to 8,000 cases in its fiscal year ended June 30, with sales hitting $1.8 million. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 23, 2012

News Briefs for August 23, 2012

•Graton, California-based Purple Wine Co. has introduced a new red blend, Cryptic. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 23, 2012

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