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Daily Archive: July 21, 2020

High-End Irish Whiskies Thrive, Pushing The Category Further Upscale

Irish whiskey is growing across all markets and price tiers in the U.S., and brand-owners are increasingly pushing their high-end releases—including single malts, super-premium blends, and Ireland’s most unique spirit, pot still whiskey. Continue reading →

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Whisky Advocate On Master Distiller Brian Nation’s Move From Irish Distillers To A Minnesota Craft Distillery

As SND exclusively reported last month, one of Ireland’s top distillers—the man who oversaw Jameson among many other brands—is crossing the pond to work at a new Minnesota distillery. Continue reading →

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News Briefs for July 21, 2020

•Remy Cointreau posted sales down 33% to €150.1 million ($172m) in its first quarter ended in June, as its core Remy Martin Cognac brand declined 39% to €99 million ($113m) owing to distributor destocking and weakness in the hard-hit travel retail sector. Continue reading →

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for July 21, 2020

•New York City-based craft makgeolli brand Makku is expanding its distribution footprint. Continue reading →

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Massachusetts Cannabis Sales Recover From Shutdown

Following a two-month blackout, adult-use cannabis sales in Massachusetts are gradually bouncing back. Continue reading →

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Cannabis Briefs for July 21, 2020

•Major Canadian producers Aphria and Aurora Cannabis have been considering a merger, Bloomberg reports. Continue reading →

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