Monthly Archive: February 2014
Craft Brewing and Distilling News for February 18, 2014
•Cleveland, Ohio’s Great Lakes Brewing Company (GLBC) says it increased shipments in 2013 by 22% to nearly 143,000 barrels, with new limited edition and seasonal offerings—such as Chillwave Double IPA and Rye of the Tiger IPA—in particular finding success. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 18, 2014Oyster Bay Aims To Surpass 500,000 Cases In 2014
New Zealand wine brand Oyster Bay ($15-$19 a 750-ml.) continues to be a top performer in the booming New Zealand category. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 14, 2014Charles Banks Group Invests In New Zealand’s Trinity Hill Winery, Reports Wine Spectator
Charles Banks and his winery investment group Terroir Selections are expanding to New Zealand, acquiring a controlling share of Trinity Hill, a producer based in New Zealand’s Hawkes Bay region, Wine Spectator reports. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 14, 2014News Briefs for February 14, 2014
•The James Beard Foundation will announce nominees for its annual food and wine awards on March 18 in Chicago. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 14, 2014Craft Brewing and Distilling News for February 14, 2014
•New York’s T. Edward Wines has added California-based Craft Distillers to its spirits portfolio. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 14, 2014Pernod Ricard Cuts Profit Forecast On China Difficulties, But Enjoys 5% Bounce In U.S.
Pernod Ricard has cut its full-year profit forecast after enduring an 18% sales decline in China during its fiscal first half, but the company returned to growth in the Americas after a strong second quarter driven by solid gains in the U.S. market. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 13, 2014
