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Cask88 Launches Exclusive Whisky for The Merchistonian Club in Edinburgh
Cask88, one of the world’s leading suppliers of bespoke whisky, today unveiled a historic bottling produced exclusively for The Merchistonian Club in Edinburgh. For over 15 years, the team at Cask88 has been helping world-class companies deliver legendary experiences with one-of-a-kind... - March 11, 2016 - Cask88
Richland Rum Selects Brunswick, GA to Open Second Distillery
Richland Rum's second distillery is to handcraft Richland Virgin Coastal Georgia Rum in downtown Brunswick, Georgia. The facility will offer tours and tastings and is aiming to open early 2017. - March 04, 2016 - Richland Rum
Richland Single Estate Old Georgia Rum Expands Into New York and New Jersey
Frederick Wildman & Sons appointed to introduce, market and distribute Richland Award Winning Single Estate Old Georgia Rum in New York and New Jersey. - January 28, 2016 - Richland Rum
Feni Enters United States Distribution via Wirtz Beverage
The Spirit of India “Feni” announced today a partnership with Wirtz Beverage Illinois that will introduce the award-winning craft distilled Feni to the United States for the first time. “We are truly thrilled to partner with such a tremendous team at Wirtz Beverage,” said B. - November 05, 2015 - SPIRIT OF INDIA FENI
Luxury Without Boundaries: Billionaire Vodka Beats All Records
Star designer Leon Verres launches the most expensive vodka of the world onto the market. - October 13, 2015 - Royal Republic International
International Performer Flo Rida Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Empire Rockefeller Vodka
International performer and recording artist, Flo Rida, and New York-based Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group, today announced a multi-year partnership for the brand to use Flo Rida’s name and likeness in promotional and marketing materials for the company’s Empire Rockefeller Vodka alcoholic beverage. Flo Rida will become Empire Rockefeller Vodka’s global brand ambassador. He will promote Empire Rockefeller Vodka on social media, through personal appearances and inclusion in music videos. - October 06, 2015 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Fish Tale Beyond the Pale Ale Named World’s Best Beer
Fish Tale Ale’s Beyond the Pale Ale, produced by Fish Brewing Co in Olympia, WA was named the 2015 World’s Best Beer by the World Beer Awards. To receive this award, the beer was first judged in a regional style heat in America. Winners from all regions including Asia and Europe were... - October 06, 2015 - Fish Brewing Company
Underground Herbal Spirit Now in 16 States with Total Wine & More
Ogden’s Own Distillery announced their award-winning Underground Herbal Spirit is now available at Total Wine & More retail stores in 16 states. “We have so many inquiries from around the country as to where our product can be found,” Steve Conlin, managing partner, explained. - September 24, 2015 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Texas Bourbon Release: Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Bone Spirits Distillery
Bone Spirits Distillery is launching it Bone Bourbon throughout Texas in August. Hitting retail shelves and on-premise accounts for fall. The farm-to-bottle distillery is introducing its long-awaited corn and rye mash bourbon. - August 07, 2015 - Bone Spirits Distillery
Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. Hosts "A History of American Brandy"
Historians Michael Veach and Renae Price present educational seminar. - August 06, 2015 - Copper and Kings
Fish Brewing Company Wins Washington Brewery of the Year Award
Fish Brewing Company was awarded the 2015 Washington State Brewery of the Year Award at the Washington Beer Awards competition as part of the WA Brewers Festival in Marymoor Park, Redmond, WA. In addition Fish Brewing was awarded three gold medals and one silver medal during the competition; Fish... - June 25, 2015 - Fish Brewing Company
Porter's Fire Cinnamon Whiskey Being Released to Idaho Liquor Stores
Ogden’s Own Distillery’s newest creation, Porter’s Fire, a cinnamon whiskey liqueur, has been shipped to the Idaho Liquor Division for distribution throughout the state. - June 12, 2015 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Five Wives Vodka to Host Wedding During 2015 Pride Parade
Ogden’s Own Distillery, makers of Five Wives Vodka, announced they will be hosting a same- sex marriage on their float during the 2015 Pride Parade in held in Salt Lake City, UT, on June 7, 2015. “This will be our second year in the parade,” Steve Conlin, managing partner, said. - June 05, 2015 - Ogden's Own Distillery
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
CH@T Vodka Awarded Gold Medal at The Fifty Best Domestic Vodka Tasting Event
TheFiftyBest.com Holds the Largest Tasting of Domestic Vodkas, Ever - July 10, 2014 - Chat Vodka LLC
Slava Vodka Brings Ukrainian Activists to WorldPride Toronto
Prominent LGBT Activists Arrive in Toronto - June 26, 2014 - Slava Ultra Premium Vodka
Richland Distilling Company Enters Duty Free Markets with Artisan Georgia Richland Rum
Monarq Group appointed to introduce, market and distribute award winning Single Estate Georgia Rum in Duty Free channels in North America and the Caribbean. - June 04, 2014 - Richland Rum
Award Winning Richland Rum Expands Footprint in South Eastern USA
TAG USA, Inc. Appointed to Introduce Award Winning Single Estate Georgia Rum in Florida and South Carolina - May 22, 2014 - Richland Rum
Empire Rockefeller Vodka Wins Double Gold - Best Vodka
TheFiftyBest.com is very pleased to announce that Empire Rockefeller Vodka was awarded a Double-Gold medal, Best Vodka. - May 12, 2014 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Underground Herbal Spirit Wins 2014 Booze Brackets
Underground Herbal Spirit made by Ogden's Own Distillery took home the top prize in the 2014 Booze Brackets over the weekend. - April 21, 2014 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Empire Rockefeller: Premium Vodka of Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Empire Rockefeller Vodka now is the Official Premium Vodka of Las Vegas Motor Speedway. A member of the Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group, Empire Rockefeller came to the market in 2012 and quickly earned respect for its unique smooth taste. It's the only vodka in the world that is distilled six times in copper cognac kettles in the Cognac region of France. - January 17, 2014 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Richland Rum Launched in Nashville, Tennessee
The Richland Distilling Company appoints BooneDocks Distribution, LLC to introduce the Single Estate Georgia Rum in the Metro Nashville, Tennessee Market. Richland Rum continues to expand in Tennessee with BooneDocks as its fourth distributor in the state. - December 31, 2013 - Richland Rum
Richland Rum Expands Production, Warehousing and Hospitality Facilities. Georgia Based Artisan Rum Distiller Facilitates Growth.
The Richland Distilling Company – artisan crafters of Richland Rum opens new facilities in support of its continued growth. The expansion includes a barrel house and the Richland Rum Experience Center/Tasting Room. - November 26, 2013 - Richland Rum
Richland Rum Expands Footprint in Tennessee
Clarksville, TN based Ajax Distributing Company Introduces Handcrafted Ultra-Premium Georgia Rum in NorthWest Tennessee. - August 08, 2013 - Richland Rum
Richland Distilling Company Launches Artisan Rum in Tennessee
Richland Rum - authentic, all natural, ultra premium rum, handcrafted in Georgia, will be available in select stores and bars in the Chattanooga area. - July 09, 2013 - Richland Rum
Vodquila and the 2013 Dan Lawson Band Tour Unite
Red Eye Louie’s Vodquila is excited to announce sponsorship of the 2013 Dan Lawson Band Tour during the Daytona Bike Week in Daytona, Florida, the spring and fall Thunder Beach Rallies in Panama City Beach, Florida, Sturgis Bike Week in Sturgis, South Dakota, and the Myrtle Beach Bike Week in... - March 10, 2013 - Vodquila LLC
Polini Group Creates Its App for iPhone and Android
Polini Group creates its app for iPhone and Android that unifies the new 2013 catalog and price list in an innovative application accessible from smartphones, tablets and PCs. The Polini app allows authorized users to view images and product data sheets but also to calculate the trade discounts on... - December 22, 2012 - Polini Group
Dark Corner Distillery Ups the Ante with Bourbon Whiskey
Dark Corner Distillery is releasing the Carolina's first-ever bourbon whiskey this coming weekend in honor of America's Robin Hood. - November 15, 2012 - Dark Corner Distillery
ABC Approves Vodquila for Distribution in Alabama
Vodquila LLC is proud to announce the availability of their product Red Eye Louie’s Vodquila in the state of Alabama. - October 23, 2012 - Vodquila LLC
Yahara Bay Distillers Launches New Chai Tea Vodka Featuring Label Art by Brazilian Painter Jonatas Chimen
Madison, Wisconsin-based Yahara Bay Distillers commissioned Brazilian-born contemporary artist Jonatas Chimen to create a custom painting for the launch of its new Seraphine Chai Tea Vodka. - September 21, 2012 - Yahara Bay Distillers
Laddie Ten - 101 World Whiskies to Try Before You Die
The Laddie Ten, Bruichladdich's flagship ten year old whisky, has been selected to feature as one of the whiskies in the 2012 edition of Ian Buxton's book, "101 World Whiskies to Try before You Die." - June 22, 2012 - Bruichladdich Distillery
2NITE Sicilian Blood Orange Vodka Awarded Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2012
Polini Distillates and Beverages, proud producer of the 2NITE Vodka announces that 2NITE Sicilian Blood Orange Vodka has been awarded the Double Gold in the flavoured Vodka Category at the recently completed San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the oldest and most respected spirits competition... - April 26, 2012 - Polini Group
Coppersea Distilling Announces Craft Distilling White Paper
Coppersea Distilling, LLC Releases U.S. Craft Distilling White Paper - April 05, 2012 - Coppersea Distilling, LLC
Polini Group Exhibit at Marca Fair 2012 - Bologna 18/19 January 2012
Polini Group will exhibit at Marca Fair in Bologna 19/20 January 2012, stand C59 Hall 26 in front of the wine area. - December 29, 2011 - Polini Group
David and Goliath Showdown in the Rum Industry
Rum industry set for David and Goliath showdown as New York-based Cofresi Rum Company prepares to take on market titan Captain Morgan and stem tax revenue losses to Puerto Rico in the wake of Diageo's flight. - September 30, 2011 - Cofresi Rum
Sicario Tequila Presents: Sexy Bartender Contest 2011
Sicario Tequila Presents: Sexy Bartender Contest 2011, Prize $2000.00 & a Trip to Mexico - July 30, 2011 - Sicario Tequila
Polini Group Achieve Highest Ratings in BRC (A) and IFS (Higher) Certifications
The Italian company operating in the production of private labels, achieved highest rating from ISAcert B.V. according to international standards for food safety set by European distribution industry. - July 17, 2011 - Polini Group
Tres Tíos Tequila™ Enters Into an Exclusive Agreement to Include Montdani International’s High-End Products Into Its Distribution Channel
Tres Tios Tequila expands its distribution channels with the addition of Pedro Ximenez-Spinola from Montdani International. - March 23, 2011 - Tres Tios Tequila, LLC
Tres Tios Tequila Launches in San Antonio with High-End Ultra-Premium 100% Blue Agave Products
The Alamo city is now home to Tres Tios Tequila, a high-quality tequila company with a new line of 100% Weber blue agave ultra-premium products. - March 17, 2011 - Tres Tios Tequila, LLC