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News Briefs for March 19, 2025

•Opici Wines & Spirits has been appointed exclusive U.S. importer of the U.K.’s Dutch Barn Vodka. Continue reading →

Posted in News on March 19, 2025

Competition Ramps Up In The Premium Mixer Segment

Steady increases in the premium mixer segment in recent years have prompted a slew of new products challenging the category leaders and escalating the battle for retail shelf space. Category leader Fever-Tree’s U.S. revenues surpassed £100 million ($131m) last year, roughly doubling since 2020, out of global sales of more than £350 million ($460m). Newer players are eager for a slice of the expanding pie. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 23, 2024

News Briefs for April 16, 2024

•Waco, Texas-based Balcones Distilling, part of the Diageo portfolio, is introducing a new campaign called “Whisky from a New Perspective,” highlighting the distillery’s approach to whisky-making.

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Posted in News on April 16, 2024

Premium Mixers Go Mainstream, Matching Upscale Spirits Trend

Of the massive mixer market in the U.S., a growing piece of the pie is premium mixers made to complement upscale spirits brands in cocktails. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 22, 2023

News Briefs for March 30, 2023

•Silicon Valley Bank’s assets and liabilities have been bought by First Citizens Bank & Trust, a North Carolina–based bank that has been quietly growing over the last decade, now one of the 20 largest banks in the United States. Continue reading →

Posted in News on March 30, 2023

News Briefs for March 7, 2023

•The Kraken Rum is rolling out a new Gold Spiced expression. Continue reading →

Posted in News on March 7, 2023

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