Monthly Archive: May 2017
News Briefs for May 8, 2017
•Bacardi Ltd.’s Cazadores Tequila brand has unveiled a new ad campaign, titled “Born in Los Altos De Jalisco.” Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 8, 2017Interview, Part 1: Patrick Piana, President & CEO, Stoli Group USA
Drinks industry veteran Patrick Piana was named president and CEO of Stoli Group USA in mid-2015. Over the past two years, Stoli Group USA has expanded its headcount by roughly 50% to more than 100 employees, and added Diageo and Moët Hennessy veteran Brian Cox as CMO, among other key hires. The company’s namesake brand has carved out solid growth within a challenging imported vodka category in the U.S. recently, increasing 3% to 1.7 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank. In recent weeks, Stoli also introduced a new flavor range, Crushed, featuring real fruit juice. SND recently met with Piana to see what’s next on the agenda. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 5, 2017Heineken Snaps Up Remaining 50% Stake In Lagunitas
Heineken N.V. has fully acquired Lagunitas Brewing Co., two years after purchasing a 50% stake in the California craft brewer. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 5, 2017News Briefs for May 5, 2017
•Bacardi Ltd. has issued a recall in Canada for 1.14-liter bottles of its Bombay Sapphire gin. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 5, 2017Retailers Get Creative With Exclusive Barrel Selections
With adventurous spirits consumers avidly seeking out rare bottlings—especially in the booming whisk(e)y category—retailers are increasingly on the lookout for exclusive offerings to set themselves apart from the competition. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 4, 2017Scotland’s Wemyss Unveils New Gin Distillery
This July, Scotland’s Wemyss family will open a new Fife-based distillery for its Darnley’s View Gin brand, imported by Palm Bay International. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 4, 2017
