Monthly Archive: June 2016
U.K.’s E.U. Exit Unleashes Uncertainty For U.S. Wine And Spirits Industry
With Scotch whisky heavily reliant on the European Union, and the U.K. one of the most important export markets for California wine, the drinks industry is dealing with a strong tide of uncertainty in the wake of the shocking Brexit decision.
Gonzalez Byass Acquires Chile’s Veramonte
Spain’s González Byass has acquired a majority stake in Chilean winery Veramonte for an undisclosed sum. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 27, 2016News Briefs for June 27, 2016
•Spirits industry veteran Jon Potter has been named chief marketing officer of Boston Beer Co., a new role at the company, effective in August. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 27, 2016Craft Brewing and Distilling News for June 27, 2016
•Oregon’s Pelican Brewing is debuting a Latin-inspired lager, Pelicano Extra, next month. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 27, 2016As Prosecco Pushes Past 4-Million-Case Mark, Marketers Aim For Trade-Up
While sparkling wine is showing impressive growth across the board, Prosecco is the category’s star, having posted an expansion that’s been nothing short of phenomenal in recent years.
Barnes & Noble To Start Selling Wine, Beer At Several Stores
Bookstore giant Barnes & Noble is bringing beverage alcohol to several of its stores as part of a new concept aimed at reviving the company’s lackluster performance. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 24, 2016
