Monthly Archive: May 2017
Responding To Constellation Offer, Brown-Forman Says It’s Not For Sale
Following Tuesday’s news that Constellation has lodged an offer to acquire Brown-Forman, the Kentucky-based whiskey giant—controlled by fifth-generation majority shareholders the Brown family—insists that it has no interest in giving up its independence. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 25, 2017Florida Governor Vetoes Controversial “Whiskey And Wheaties” Bill
Florida Governor Rick Scott has vetoed the state legislature’s so-called “Whiskey and Wheaties” bill, citing concerns over the effects on small businesses. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 25, 2017News Briefs for May 25, 2017
•Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is extending its partnership with Delegat, which owns the Oyster Bay and Barossa Valley Estate wine brands, becoming Delegat’s exclusive distributor across 32 states. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 25, 2017Craft Brewing and Distilling News for May 25, 2017
•Reverend Nat’s Hard Cider is entering the New York market via distributor S.K.I. Beer. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 25, 2017Constellation Deal For Brown-Forman Would Create 20M-Case U.S. Spirits Player
Yesterday, news broke that Constellation may be lining up its next acquisition target, Louisville, Kentucky-based Brown-Forman. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 24, 2017Bacardi To Unveil New Rum In Collaboration With Major Lazer
Bacardi has named DJ and producer Jillionaire, of the group Major Lazer, as “Minister of Rum”—a hybrid of a brand ambassador, influencer and creative and cultural strategist—and is prepping the launch of an associated Bacardi Major Lazer rum. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 24, 2017
