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Daily Archive: January 7, 2025

Exclusive: Robert Hanson Named CEO At Duckhorn

Last month, Los Angeles-based private equity firm Butterfly completed its $1.95 billion acquisition of luxury California wine player Duckhorn. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 7, 2025

Deutsch Extends Josh Cellars Into Non-Alcohol Category

Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is launching a new non-alcohol sparkling wine under the Josh Cellars umbrella, expanding the 6-million-case brand into the growing NA segment. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 7, 2025

New York, New Jersey Cannabis Markets Reach New Milestones

New York’s and New Jersey’s cannabis markets both attained new milestones in 2024, with New York state reaching $1 billion in lifetime sales and New Jersey generating $1 billion in cannabis sales for calendar 2024. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 7, 2025

Canopy USA Names Southern Glazer’s Veteran Jorgensen As CEO

Canopy USA has appointed veteran drinks and cannabis distribution executive Brooks Jorgensen as CEO. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 7, 2025

High Tide Toasts 2024 Growth, Reaching 191 Canadian Retail Outlets

Canadian cannabis company High Tide has emerged as a leading player, now operating 191 Canna Cabana locations across Canada, with 29 new stores opened in 2024. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 7, 2025

Cannabis Briefs for January 7, 2025

Hemp-derived THC seltzer brand Wynk has launched its most extensive ad campaign to date, taking aim squarely at consumers abstaining from alcohol during Dry January. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 7, 2025