Yearly Archive: 2019
News Briefs for November 6, 2019
•In a call with U.S. president Donald Trump, British prime minister Boris Johnson has urged a removal of the recent 25% tariffs imposed on single malt Scotch whisky exports to the U.S., according to a statement from Downing Street. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 6, 2019Craft Brewing and Distilling News for November 6, 2019
•Louisville, Kentucky’s Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. has launched Northern Soul American Apple Brandy, its latest limited offering. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 6, 2019Interview: Shryne Group CMO Elisabeth Baron
Drinks industry veteran Elisabeth Baron transitioned to the cannabis category after holding a series of marketing roles with Diageo, Stillhouse Spirits, and Moët Hennessy USA, including as vice president, marketing, for Grand Marnier. In May, she was named CMO of Los Angeles-based Shryne Group, heading up marketing for the company’s Stiiizy brand of vapes, flower, and edibles as well as the development of retail operations in Los Angeles. SND’s Danny Sullivan recently spoke with Baron about Shryne’s activities and the cannabis category in general. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 5, 2019Cannabis Briefs for November 5, 2019
•Arvada, Colorado-based Ceria Brewing is releasing Indiewave, its second dealcoholized cannabis beer. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 5, 2019Whisky Advocate: Scotch Importers And Distillers Struggle Against U.S. Whisky Tariffs
Leading single malt Scotch whiskies could soon carry a heftier price tag thanks to 25% tariffs the U.S. began imposing on October 18. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 5, 2019Exclusive: Balcones Joins Davos Brands Portfolio, Plans National Expansion
Texas distiller Balcones, known for its range of American whiskies, has partnered with New York-based marketer Davos Brands as it looks to expand distribution throughout the U.S., SND has learned. Continue reading →
Posted in News on November 5, 2019
