News & Notes

SVEDKA Vodka is launching a new flavor, Grapefruit Jalapeño, while also entering the 100-Proof category market. Grapefruit Jalapeño fuses grapefruit-flavored vodka with a jalapeño bite. SVEDKA 100-Proof has a smooth, clean taste which ends with a warm finish. Both new products will be available nationwide,...

The Oban Distillery has announced the Little Bay Scotch whisky, crafted from small batches of single malt whiskies, in the smallest casks to allow more contact with the wood. Little Bay has a rich, smooth expression and fruity style, with a...

Jim Beam has announced its new Bonded Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Aged four years and 100 proof, Jim Beam Bonded has a slight oak spiciness, medium-bodied with a warm, balanced flavor. The aroma features oaky cooperage notes...

Strongbow Hard Cider recently announced details of its Cider at its Bestest program, a fully integrated retail and on-premise promotion. It will include digital media, in-store displays and signage, shopper offers and brand engagement across social media...

Next month, Woodford Reserve will roll out a new permanent line extension, Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. The third permanent line extension to join the Woodford Reserve portfolio, Rye has been in development for...

SKYY Vodka is introducing two new flavors to its Infusions line—Texas Grapefruit and Pacific Blueberry. Made with natural ingredients, these new infusions blend grapefruit and ripe blueberry with SKYY’s premium distilled vodka. SKYY Infusions Texas Grapefruit...

Korbel Champagne Cellars has released a limited edition Korbel Brut Rose bottle to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This new California Champagne “Romance” sleeved bottle has a white background accented by hot pink lip prints and a...

A jury of nine independent whisky experts named Collingwood 21 Year Old Rye the “Canadian Whisky of the Year” at the 5th annual Canadian Whisky Awards. The awards, held Thursday, Jan. 15th at the Victoria Whisky Festival in Victoria,...

The state's sales from the first half of FY14/15 totaled nearly $1 billion, and represented a 4.6 percent increase over 2013/14. The agency also announced that Dec. 31, 2014 now holds the state's one-day...

Grey Goose Vodka continued to host film talent and industry vets in its Blue Door Lounge at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. Day three of the Blue Door Lounge included celebratory cocktail receptions for...