Monthly Archive: July 2014
Craft Brewing and Distilling News for July 9, 2014
•Shiner, Texas-based Spoetzl Brewery has aligned with seven distributors in Massachusetts for the launch of its Shiner beers statewide this month. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 9, 2014Interview, Part 1: Tom Looney, President, Diageo Guinness USA
Diageo Guinness USA (DGUSA) has a portfolio led by Smirnoff Ice, the biggest brand in the ready-to-drink (RTD) category, as well as Guinness, one of the world’s most iconic beer brands. DGUSA has experienced some rough sledding in recent years, due mainly to the vicissitudes of the RTD business. In the six months ended December 31, 2013, the unit’s net sales fell 10%, following a 6% sales decline in Diageo’s full fiscal year ended June 30, 2013. In April of last year, veteran Diageo executive Tom Looney became DGUSA’s new president, moving from his previous role as Diageo NA’s chief commercial officer. SND executive editor David Fleming met recently with Looney to discuss developments at DGUSA under his leadership. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 8, 2014News Briefs for July 8, 2014
•William Grant & Sons’ Milagro Tequila has released the second edition of its ultra-premium Unico expression. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 8, 2014Craft Brewing And Distilling News for July 8, 2014
•Chico, California’s Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has partnered with a dozen craft brewers across the country to release a new limited-edition 12-pack. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 8, 2014Wine Spectator Foundation Donates $3 Million to Sonoma State University
The Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation has pledged a $3 million gift to Sonoma State University. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 7, 2014Oregon’s Union Wine Co. Targets 100,000 Cases, Launches Canned Lineup
Founded in 2005, Tualatin, Oregon-based Union Wine Co. is establishing itself as a steadily growing and innovative producer, offering a lineup of premium Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Chardonnay across more than 40 markets in the U.S. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 7, 2014
