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Daily Archive: July 15, 2014

Consumer Goods Veteran Hassett To Lead Beam Suntory’s North American Business

Beam Suntory Inc. has appointed consumer goods veteran Tim Hassett as president of its North American business, effective July 31. Continue reading →

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After 2013 Rebound, Argentina’s Trapiche Hones Quality Message

One of the pioneers within the Argentine Malbec category in the U.S. market, Grupo Peñaflor-owned wine brand Trapiche has seen some upheaval stateside in recent years, but after a strong rebound in 2013 that earned it Impact “Hot Brand” honors, the franchise is back on the upswing. Continue reading →

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News Briefs for July 15, 2014

Wine Spectator has learned that convicted wine counterfeiter Rudy Kurniawan, the young collector who sold millions of dollars worth of fakes, will wait another week before he learns how much time he may serve in prison. Continue reading →

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for July 15, 2014

•Sheffield, Massachusetts-based Berkshire Mountain Distillers is introducing Greylock Gin & Tonic, a new ready-to-drink gin and tonic cocktail. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 15, 2014