NHLC Launches Rare Spirits Raffle to Raise $200,000 for Animal Rescue
The New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) is raffling some of the world’s most sought-after whiskies, bourbons, scotches and cordials — including rare bottles of Pappy Van Winkle, Sazerac Rye, and a Craigellachie 33-year-old Scotch...
DISCUS Study Paints Grim Picture of U.S. Distilling Amidst Pandemic
No doubt, 2020 will go down as one of the most difficult years for all U.S. businesses, including craft distilling.
A new study from the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) reveals the horrible economic damage...
Insley Elected To VA Judges And Lawyers Assistance Program Board
J. Neal Insley, Senior Vice President/General Counsel for the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association (NABCA), has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Virginia Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program (VJLAP).
He joins other...
Patrón Names New President, COO
Bacardi Limited has announced the appointment of Mauricio Vergara as president and chief operating officer (COO) of Patrón.
A seven-year Bacardi veteran, Vergara has a background serving in leadership positions across marketing, commercial and general...
J. Lohr Vineyard Series Debuts New Packaging
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines has unveiled new packaging for its J. Lohr Vineyard Series tier.
This new look reflects the importance of these wines in the J. Lohr portfolio, the company says, while also differentiating...
VABC Announces Dates for Alcohol Education and Prevention Grants Applications
In an effort to reduce underage and high-risk drinking, the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority will open its applications process for the 2021-2022 Alcohol Education and Prevention Grant program on Jan. 1, 2021.
This is...
Interview: Bourbon Women Association President Maggie Kimberl
The Bourbon Women Association recently named its newest president in veteran spirits expert, speaker and journalist Maggie Kimberl.
Founded in 2011, the association highlights and supports women in the world of whiskey. Kimberl moves into the top role at...
Interview: Coravin CEO Christopher Ladd on Wine Trends and Innovation
Coravin changed the way we drink wine when it launched the Wine Preservation Opener in 2013. Rather than needing to finish a whole bottle soon after opening, Coravin’s technology allowed for repeated pours over...
Governor Proclaims April is Alcohol Awareness Month in Virginia
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam has officially recognized April as Alcohol Awareness Month in the state.
In issuing a proclamation, the governor emphasized the need to increase public awareness and understanding about the dangers associated with...
Podcast: Responsible Alcohol Practices in 2021
Responsible alcohol practices remain extremely important in the (hopefully) final leg of the Covid-19 pandemic in America.
In this latest On & Off podcast episode, we recall these challenges from 2020, and also look ahead for what's...
