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As The On-Premise Recovers, Mezcal Resumes Upward Trajectory

After a 50% surge three years ago, export volumes of mezcal to the U.S. advanced by just 12.5% in 2020, as growth slowed significantly due to the pandemic’s crippling effect on the on-premise sector—where Mezcal had derived much of its previous momentum. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 11, 2022

Cocktails-To-Go Return In New York

The state of New York is set to permit cocktails-to-go for a period of three years as part of its new budget, which is set to be signed by Governor Kathy Hochul. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 11, 2022

News Briefs for April 11, 2022

•Jefferson’s Ocean Aged Rye, Blood Oath Pact No. 8 Calvados Finished, and newcomers from Compass Box and Tamdhu are among the offerings featured in Whisky Advocate’s latest weekly roundup. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 11, 2022

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for April 11, 2022

•Paso Robles, California-based Firestone Walker has introduced Mind Haze Light, a hazy IPA with 100 calories per can. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 11, 2022

Wine Spectator On Constellation’s Entry Into Oregon Wine

Wine Spectator exclusively reported yesterday that Constellation Brands, one of the world’s largest wine companies, has acquired Oregon’s Lingua Franca, the Willamette Valley producer founded by Master Sommelier Larry Stone. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 8, 2022

Upscale Imported Spirits In High Demand At The Retail Tier

The sky appears to be the limit for high-end imported spirits sales at the U.S. beverage alcohol retail tier. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 8, 2022

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