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Monthly Archive: January 2018

Chicago Restaurant Market Undergoes A Year Of Major Change

The past year has been one of significant transition for fine dining in Chicago, as the city experienced a long list of high-profile restaurant closings. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 22, 2018

News Briefs for January 22, 2018

•Prosecco continues to surge in the U.S., according to recently released IRI data. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 22, 2018

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for January 22, 2018

•Vermont-based Traveler Beer Co., part of the Boston Beer Co. portfolio, has released a new spring seasonal, Lucky Traveler Blackberry Shandy. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 22, 2018

Hennessy’s Progress Drives Cognac To New Heights In 2017

With market leader Hennessy firing on all cylinders, U.S. Cognac shipments surged last year, as volume and value both rose by double-digits. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 19, 2018

Beam, Stoli Tussle Over Costello Appointment

Beam Suntory is taking aim at former executive Rudy Costello, who recently resigned to become chief commercial officer at Stoli Group USA, asserting Costello’s new role violates a non-compete agreement he signed with Beam in August of 2016. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 19, 2018

News Briefs for January 19, 2018

•Rémy Cointreau has posted organic net sales up 5.5% to €862 million ($1.1b) for the nine months through December, with growth driven by progress for its flagship Rémy Martin brand. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 19, 2018

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