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Daily Archive: May 21, 2019

The Balvenie Launches A Trio Of New Expressions

The Balvenie has launched The Balvenie Stories, a collection of three single malt whiskies, which will hit the market today. Continue reading →

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News Briefs for May 21, 2019

•Palm Bay International has introduced Mon Frère Winery, a new California-based project. Continue reading →

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Craft Brewing And Distilling News for May 21, 2019

•Michigan-based Virtue Cider has officially launched a new canned aperitif called the Mezzo Spritz Blood Orange, made with cider, sparkling water, and botanicals including blood orange oil, sage, and spearmint. Continue reading →

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Interview: Nug’s John Oram on Building Brand Identity in Cannabis

California cannabis brand Nug stocks its product line—including flower, vapes, chocolates, and other items—in over 65% of the state’s dispensaries and is on pace for revenues of approximately $45 million this year. SND’s Danny Sullivan met recently with co-founder John Oram and chief revenue officer Nico Enea to discuss the California market, forthcoming cannabis beverages, and the company’s push to open its own retail locations. Continue reading →

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Cannabis Briefs for May 21, 2019

•Jakob Ripshtein, formerly CFO of Diageo North America, will resign as president of Canadian cannabis company Aphria effective June 7. Continue reading →

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