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Tequila Thriving At Multiple Price Points, As 100%-Agave Labels Proliferate

The global Tequila category slowed to 1.5% growth in 2011, according to Impact Databank, but the U.S., by far Tequila’s largest global market, maintained a brisk growth pace, rising 5% to 12.4 million cases. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 4, 2012

Patrón Tequila Picks Up Steam, Heads Toward 2M Cases

Even with its ultra-premium positioning, Patrón Tequila has managed to grow steadily throughout tough economic times, and the brand’s progress appears poised to accelerate. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 12, 2012

Heaven Hill’s Lunazul Aims To Hold Price Amid Competition In Accessibly-Priced 100%-Agave Segment

Impact “Hot Prospect” Lunazul Tequila, owned by Heaven Hill Distilleries, was among the first 100%-agave brands seeking to compete at accessible price points long dominated by Jose Cuervo, Sauza and other mixto Tequilas. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 4, 2012

News Briefs for March 2, 2012

•Charmer Sunbelt Group and Glazer’s Distributors are merging their brokerage operations in Mississippi and Alabama. Continue reading →

Posted in News on March 2, 2012

News Briefs for February 23, 2012

Moët Hennessy has reached an agreement with Chinese company VATS Group that will see the two collaborate on a new super-premium red wine sourced from Yunnan province in southern China. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 23, 2012

News Briefs for January 31, 2012

•Patrón Spirits has extended its fast-rising Patrón XO Cafe liqueur brand with Patrón XO Cafe Dark Cocoa. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 31, 2012

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