Pernod Ricard Announces Passing of Patrick Ricard
The son of the company's founder passed away on Friday. He was born in 1945. Details regarding his funeral and an upcoming tribute to him will be forthcoming from the company.
Newly Acquired AB Beer Given National Availability
Goose Island Beer, which Anheuser-Busch InBev bought in 2011, will soon be available in all 50 states. The Chiacgo-area beer will continue to be brewed in its original location.
U.S. Wine Consumption Continues to Climb
The wine industry is maintaining its upswing: According to the Beverage Information Group's recently released 2012 Wine Handbook, wine consumption gained 3.0% to reach 312.4 million 9-liter cases in 2011.
Troubles Not Over for Former Utah DABC Employees
The state's legislature is seeking an audit against former director Earl Dorius, who is accused of accepting improper gifts. His supervisor, Dennis Kellen, was investigated for similar incidents last year.
Heineken Increases Cider Stake
The hard cider comeback in America is making headway, as Heineken announces that it's buying the U.S rights to the Strongbow cider brand.
U.S. Beer Consumption Continues Decline
According to the recently released Beverage Information Group's 2012 Beer Handbook, the overall beer industry lost 35.6 million 2.25 gallon cases - a 1.3% decline - to end the year at 2.787 billion cases.
Chardonnay: Australia Answers Back
Raciness and elegance are the new watchwords for Australia's quality Chardonnay producers.
Big Breweries Aim to Attract Craft Beer Set
Large brewers are introducing new styles to appeal to the increasing number of craft beer drinkers.
Ireland’s C&C to Buy Vermont Hard Cider
To tap Americans' growing thirst for fermented apples, Ireland's C&C Group plans to acquire Vermont Hard Cider Co.
ProWein Announces 2013 Show Dates
The annual international conference will be held in Dusseldorf, Germany on March 24-26.
