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Wine Tasting with the Summer Pass
Wine tasting at the boutique wineries of California's beautiful Santa Ynez Valley all summer long with The Summer Pass. Visit 15 premier tasting rooms for one price. - May 21, 2015 - Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association
Family Seeks to Craft a New Beer Business in the Heart of Baltimore
After the upheaval that Baltimore has faced recently, four Baltimore men (and family members) are attempting to craft a new beer and bring business to the heart of the city they love. - May 08, 2015 - Seks Beer
Hammerstock 2015 at Grayhaven Winery
On Saturday, May 16th from 11 am to 6 pm, the Central Virginia Blacksmith Guild and Grayhaven Winery will be hosting a festival featuring demonstrators, live music, wine tasting, food, and a raffle of handcrafted items. Tickets are available at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/hammerstock-2015-tickets. (Additional fee for wine tasting). For more information, please contact Julian Cook at cvbg@gmail.com - May 01, 2015 - Grayhaven Winery
Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Hires Richard W. Lewis as Marketing Guru
Lewis was one of the architects of ABSOLUT Vodka success Vintage Rockefeller Spirits Group, manufacturer of Empire Rockefeller Vodka, Signature Rockefeller Cognac, and F. Rockefeller and Sons Champagne, announce the hiring or Richard W. Lewis to serve as Marketing guru. Lewis is best known for... - April 30, 2015 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Iconic® Brands’ Sangre de Vida® Wins Big at The 2015 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Three expressions—the Blanco, Reposado and Añejo—from Iconic® Brands' Sangre de Vida® were honored with Double Gold Packaging Design Awards and Silver Medals from The 2015 San Francisco World Spirits Competition that took place in late March. Made in Jalisco, Mexico,... - April 24, 2015 - Iconic Brands
Iconic® Brands’ Sangre de Vida® Reposado Receives Major Accolades at WSWA
Walking away with not only a Double Gold award from the 2015 Spirit Tasting Competition at the 72nd annual Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) Convention, Iconic® Brands' (www.iconicbrandsinc.com) Sangre de Vida® Reposado Tequila also took home the honor of Best of... - April 22, 2015 - Iconic Brands
New York Wine Events to Present Its Inaugural NYC Spring Wine Festival at the Broad Street Ballroom in Downtown Manhattan, Saturday, May 9, 2015
New York Wine Events will host its inaugural NYC Spring Wine Festival: A Celebration of Wine Downtown at the Broad Street Ballroom in lower Manhattan on Saturday, May 9, 2015. Festival attendees can choose from two sessions, Afternoon: 3-6pm or Evening: 8-11pm. Learn more at NewYorkWineEvents.com... - April 02, 2015 - New York Wine Events
Competition Concerns in the Greek Beer Market; Featuring Mythos Brewery, Olympic Brewery and Macedonian Thrace Brewery
This press release expresses the views and opinions of Macedonian Thrace Brewery. The Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) has recently approved the merger of Mythos Brewery (Carlsberg) and Olympic Brewery (Fix). This means that at least 85% of the beer market in Greece is now controlled by two... - March 28, 2015 - Macedonian Thrace Brewery S.A.
Marques De La Mota Announces the Launch of Don Juan Tequila in the U.S.
The first baroque style fine sipping premium tequila to enter the market. - March 18, 2015 - Marques de la Mota
Ogden's Own Distillery to Brings Spirits to the 2015 Autorama
For the first time in 42 years, liquor will be available during the Salt Lake Autorama. - March 14, 2015 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Richland Rum Awarded Gold in International Tasting Competitions in Hong Kong (CWSA) and Madrid (CWWSC)
The Hong Kong and Madrid Top Ratings follow Additional Prestigious International Accolades for the "Sprit of GeorgiaTM." Recently Awards include Los Angeles SIP Awards, The Fifty Best Award, The Craft Spirit Awards and The Beverage Testing Institute Tastings (BTI). - March 02, 2015 - Richland Rum
JSwinetours: Wine Tour Planning 2015 Released
JSwinetours recently published its wine travel program for the 2015 season. Apart from the private tours and day tours in Alsace and Burgundy all year round, there will be a luxury Alsace tour in autumn and two luxury Tuscany tours, one in spring and one in autumn. All luxury tours are 5 days and... - February 20, 2015 - JSwinetours
St. Florian's Brewery Celebrates Second Anniversary With New Beer Release
Belgian Style Flashover IPA Premieres at Tap Station Event in Windsor on Saturday, February 7th - February 04, 2015 - St. Florian's Brewery LLC
Clouds Rest Vineyards Receives 2014 Best of Petaluma Award
Clouds Rest Vineyards has been selected for the 2014 Best of Petaluma Award in the Vineyards category by the Petaluma Award Program. Each year, the Petaluma Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business... - January 29, 2015 - Clouds Rest Vineyards
Fine Selection of Wines from Baja California Now Available in the US
A distribution contract signed for a comprehensive selection of Wines from Baja California (Mexico) - January 15, 2015 - Volubilis Imports, Inc.
Winetherapy, Premium Italian Cosmetics Line, Now Available in U.S.
Launch of Winetherapy, wine-based premium Italian cosmetics, in the U.S. These natural, handcrafted cosmetics for face, hair, bath and body are created using locally sourced ingredients from a family vineyard in Umbria, Italy. - January 09, 2015 - Winetherapy
10th Annual Wine Fantasy in February - Santa Ynez Valley, California
Celebrate the Valentines/Presidents Day weekend at the premier boutique wineries of California's beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. - December 15, 2014 - Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association
AguaMala Craft Beer Available in California
Beers from the award winning Mexican craft brewer AguaMala are now available in the United States. Distribution begins immediately for Southern California cities with projected distribution in the San Francisco Bay Area beginning early 2015. “We are excited and ready to serve the California... - December 14, 2014 - Grdloc Partners LLC
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces New Wine Pouring System
St. Louis winery utilizes tool that safeguards against oxidation. - December 13, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Chateau LaFayette Reneau 2012 Semi-Dry Riesling Earns 2014 Jefferson Cup
Chateau LaFayette Reneau is pleased to announce its 2012 Semi-Dry Riesling has earned a Jefferson Cup in the White Vinifera Wine category at The Fifteenth Annual Jefferson Cup Invitational Wine Competition, which took place on November 20 and 21, 2014 in Kansas City, Missouri. “I’m... - December 12, 2014 - Chateau LaFayette Reneau
Boneshaker Brewing Company Announces Expansion, Launch of Second Brand
The Black Vinyl Ale Project will produce exclusively Barrel-Aged and Sour beers. - December 11, 2014 - Boneshaker Brewing Company
Cedar Lake Cellars Hires New Director of Operations
St. Louis winery venue adds seasoned professional to its team. - December 03, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Cedar Lake Cellars Wins Industry Award
St. Louis winery venue recognized by industry professionals. - November 26, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
St. Florian's Brewery Launches Barrel-Aged Program
Series to begin with Barrel-Aged Browns - November 18, 2014 - St. Florian's Brewery LLC
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces New Wine
Latest addition is the first the St. Louis winery has introduced in two years - November 01, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Wild West Arizona Winery Good-to-Go in 4 Weeks
Pillsbury Wine Co has come full circle, with the recent addition of a Winery on its 100-acre vineyard property. Preceding first pick of the 2014 harvest, the winery came together using locally sourced dismantled buildings, abandoned refrigerated truck trailers, local construction, and electrical crews. They tracked down and pulled used equipment from an old winery and abandoned mines in the surrounding mountains, as well as acquired some used equipment from California. - October 29, 2014 - Pillsbury Wine Company
Porter’s Fire Cinnamon Whiskey being Released to Utah Liquor Stores
Ogden’s Own Distillery’s newest creation, Porter’s Fire, a cinnamon whiskey liqueur, will be shipped to the Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for distribution throughout the state on October 23, 2014. Named for the man who served as a hit man and bodyguard to the... - October 18, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Eat, Drink, Carve and be Merry! A Family-Friendly Harvest Wine Event in Paso Robles.
Paso Robles' winery Chronic Cellars is hosting a free pumpkin carving event at the Chronic Cellars Tasting Room on October 18, 2014, for Paso Harvest Wine Weekend. - October 14, 2014 - Chronic Cellars
Seminole Heights Brewery Celebrates Oktoberfest and Autumn Harvest
Southern Brewing hosts an all day Oktoberfest and harvest celebration this Sunday. - October 11, 2014 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
Underground Herbal Spirit Named Best Buy by The Beverage Tasting Institute
The Utah-made spirit was awarded a gold medal by the International Review of Spirits and rated a 92 (Exceptional). - October 10, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Provincial Vineyards Presents "A Wine Maker's Dinner Fit for a King" How Wine and a Five-Star Chef Are Making Sweet Music
Presenting their 1st Wine Maker's Dinner, Provincial Vineyards has selected 4 of their best Oregon wines to accompany a 4-course meal prepared by Chef Gabriel Barber at his new cafe. Out Aza Blue Market & Cafe is the newest "go to" spot and listed by many as one of the "Best Places to Eat" on your way to the Oregon Coast. The combination of this Willamette Valley wine and Chef Gabriel's gourmet dinner make this an event to attend. Prior to the event make your choice of entree below. - October 08, 2014 - Provincial Vineyards
Underground Herbal Spirit Takes Home Gold at New York World Wine and Spirits Competition
Underground Herbal Spirit, made in Ogden, Utah, was awarded the gold medal at the 2014 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition. - October 03, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Local Brewery, Hudsonville Pike 51, Taps Fans for Future Growth
Today, Hudsonville Pike 51 Brewery launches a crowdfunding campaign to support expanded production capabilities, equipment for specialty brews and even local distribution. - September 30, 2014 - Hudsonville Pike 51 Brewery
Meadowlark Vineyards Chosen as Top Producer of Red Wine by Sunset Magazine
Meadowlark Vineyards, a small family owned and operated winery in California, consistently produces award winning wines. - September 28, 2014 - Meadowlark Vineyards
Five Wives Vodka to Sponsor Second Annual SLC Comedy Carnivale
The Second Annual SLC Comedy Carnivale kicks off this weekend, and Ogden’s Own’s Five Wives Vodka headlines the list of sponsors. The Comedy Carnivale consists of 18 shows over four days, featuring over 70 comedians from all over the country. The venues are located all across the Salt... - September 27, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Race for the Cure and Ogden’s Own Distillery Pair Up to Promote Cancer Awareness in Portland Clubs
The Oregon Chapter of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is teaming up with Ogden’s Own Distillery to invite club owners, exotic dancers and burlesque performers to “Protect Your Investment” by hosting a Race for the Cure Pink Party. These Pink Parties hope to raise awareness... - September 21, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Devils Backbone Debuts in the United Kingdom with American IPA
Devils Backbone announces the launch of American IPA to be sold outside of the United States. American IPA will be brewed by Banks's Brewery and released on tap at the 930 Wetherspoon pubs in the United Kingdom. - September 20, 2014 - Devils Backbone Brewing Company
T.W. Pitchers' Snake Bite is Expanding Across the Bay
San Francisco-based Lager and Cider Blend Adding Distribution and Retailers. - September 19, 2014 - T.W. Pitchers' Brewing Co.
Wine Tasting All Winter Long with the Winter Pass
Wine tasting in California's beautiful Santa Ynez Valley all winter long for one price. - September 17, 2014 - Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association
Ogden's Own Distillery to be Featured at Chinook Winds Ultimate Spirits Experience
Ogden’s Own Distillery, the makers of Underground Herbal Spirit and Five Wives Vodka, announced their participation in the Chinook Winds Ultimate Spirits Experience in Lincoln City, Oregon. The event will be held on Saturday, September 13, at the Chinook Winds Casino. It will be the largest... - September 12, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Garden State Wine Growers to Hold Jersey Fresh Wine Festival September 6th & 7th
Local winemakers eager to show that NJ wines are as fresh as it gets at 2-day wine tasting event at the Burlington County Fair Grounds in Columbus, NJ. - September 04, 2014 - Garden State Wine Growers Association
Brewery Crafted Pints, Dayton's First Hard Cider Producing Brewery Seeks Crowdfunding Help on Kickstarter
Local startup, and Dayton's first hard cider producing brewery, Crafted Pints is seeking $30,000.00 in funding via a Kickstarter campaign. - September 03, 2014 - Crafted Pints Brewing Company
Devils Backbone Brewing Company Earns Top Honors at the 2014 Virginia Craft Brewers Fest
Devils Backbone Brewing Company earns medals for their beers. - August 27, 2014 - Devils Backbone Brewing Company
St. Louis Distillery Releases America’s First Starka Vodka
St. Louis Distillery brings Polish tradition to the United States with the launch of Cardinal Sin Starka. - August 27, 2014 - LoanNEX
Southern Brewing Hosts Epilepsy Services Foundation Fundraiser
Tampa Brewery and Epilepsy Services Foundation work together to raise money for Epilepsy education and awareness in the Tampa Bay area. - August 23, 2014 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
Against All Odds, Family Celebrates Fifth Anniversary This Month
Mesa Park Vineyards celebrates their 5th Anniversary this August. The time has flown since the family re-opened the tasting room under new ownership. The Price-Webb’s have grown the business steadily for five years and have learned many lessons along the way. As the story goes, it was Labor... - August 23, 2014 - Mesa Park Vineyards
Chateau LaFayette Reneau 2013 Semi-Dry Riesling Wins the 2014 Governor’s Cup
Chateau LaFayette Reneau is thrilled to announce its 2013 Semi-Dry Riesling has been awarded the prestigious 2014 Governor’s Cup in the annual New York Wine and Food Classic award ceremony at the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, Wednesday evening, August 13th. “We are extremely proud to have... - August 17, 2014 - Chateau LaFayette Reneau
Ch@t Vodka Now Available in Las Vegas
CH@T Vodka, LLC. has just announced that they have partnered with West Coast Wine and Spirits to promote and distribute their ultra-premium and American made vodka in Las Vegas. The small family-owned company have very high hopes and expect CH@T to be quite successful with the large demographic of... - August 11, 2014 - Chat Vodka LLC
South African Wines, Music and Cuisine Showcased at the 9th Annual South African Food & Wine Festival at Grayhaven Winery
Join Grayhaven Winery and friends for the 9th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, September 13th & 14th 2014 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival invites wine lovers, foodies and families to learn about South Africa through this two day celebration of South African... - August 07, 2014 - Grayhaven Winery
Leaves & Lobster on the Lawn Returns to Glenora Wine Cellars
Glenora Wine Cellars is pleased to announce the return of Leaves & Lobster on the Lawn in 2014 and tickets are now on sale. An unbeatable combination of live music, the autumn view of Seneca Lake, and a lobster bake will take place on Saturday, September 13th and Sunday, September 14th,... - August 01, 2014 - Glenora Wine Cellars