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Daily Archive: May 6, 2015

Exclusive: Patrick Piana Named CEO Of Stoli Group USA

Stoli Group USA has tapped drinks industry veteran Patrick Piana as its new chief executive, Shanken News Daily has learned. Continue reading →

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Maker’s Mark Gains Victory In Florida Labeling Suit

Beam Suntory won a victory in a Florida federal court yesterday when U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle dismissed a class action lawsuit challenging Maker’s Mark Bourbon’s label claims that it is “handmade.” Continue reading →

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Champagne Palmer Makes Foray Into U.S. Market

Champagne Palmer is entering the U.S. market for the first time, thanks to a new partnership with Chicago-based importer Vin Divino (a subsidiary of González-Byass). Continue reading →

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News Briefs for May 6, 2015

•Anheuser-Busch InBev’s U.S. volume fell 6% to 25.5 hectoliters in the first quarter, partially owing to a tough comparable period a year earlier. Continue reading →

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for May 6, 2015

•Boston’s Harpoon Brewery has launched Harpoon Take 5 Session IPA, its first new year-round entry in four years. Continue reading →

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