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Whisky Advocate: The Government Shutdown’s Effects On Distillers

Whisky makers are facing some tough challenges these days: rising inventories, greater competition from other spirits types, and now potential regulatory disruptions as a result of the government shutdown that went into effect on October 1. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 7, 2025

News Briefs for October 7, 2025

•Kentucky’s Castle & Key has aligned with Skurnik Wines & Spirits for distribution throughout California. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 7, 2025

Interview: Winesellers Ltd Enters Hemp THC Category

Last week, Shanken News Daily reported that Illinois-based importer Winesellers Ltd. was expanding into the hemp THC category with a new line of infused teas under the Nektr brand. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 7, 2025

California Moves To Regulate Hemp, Cannabis Under One Framework

California governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 8, establishing new regulations to govern hemp-derived THC in the Golden State. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 7, 2025

Cannabis Briefs for October 7, 2025

•South Carolina’s Rebel Rabbit has expanded into THC-infused teas, with Tea-HC. The new release is lemon-flavored sweet tea infused with 10mg of THC. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 7, 2025

Breakthru CEO Tom Bené On Rapid Expansion In California

The third-ranked spirits and wine wholesaler nationally with projected revenues of more than $8.5 billion, Breakthru Beverage Group has been perhaps the biggest beneficiary of the exit of RNDC from the Golden State. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 6, 2025

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