Yearly Archive: 2018
Pernod Ricard Invests €150 Million In Irish Whiskey Operations, As Category Boom Continues
Pernod Ricard’s Irish Distillers unit has unveiled a new €150 million ($174m) push to upgrade and expand its production facilities, as the Irish whiskey category continues to surge in the global market. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 15, 2018Whisky Advocate: Sotheby’s Whisky Auction Sets New U.S. Record
A new U.S. auction record for whisky was set at Sotheby’s in New York this past Saturday, although the price of $843,200 fell short of breaking the current world record, according to Whisky Advocate. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 15, 2018News Briefs for October 15, 2018
•Old Forester has launched 1910 Old Fine Whisky, the latest installment in its Whiskey Row series. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 15, 2018Craft Brewing and Distilling News for October 15, 2018
•Sonoma Distilling Co. has debuted the latest whiskies in its seasonal Distiller’s Edition series, launched new packaging for its entire portfolio, and made new investments to lay the groundwork for growth. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 15, 2018Report: Suitors Line Up For Cannabis Producer Aphria
Altria Group, the parent company of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Philip Morris USA, is reportedly in talks to acquire a stake in Canadian cannabis producer Aphria. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 12, 2018Wine Spectator: Questions Surrounding Blind-Tasting Exam Leave 23 New Master Sommeliers in Limbo
The Master Sommelier certification, which has become a symbol of high achievement in the restaurant and hospitality industries, became embroiled in intrigue and heartbreak October 9. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 12, 2018
