George Dickel Adds Un-Aged Whisky To Portfolio With Foundation No. 1 Recipe
by Robert Diamond - December 18, 2013 When George A. Dickel began distilling whisky in 1870, his product wasn't stored away in barrels and left for years to mature. Instead, it was enjoyed soon after distillation to meet the demand of Dickel's customers who enjoyed his smooth sipping spirits. This corn-forward recipe that would ...
Joseph Magnus Bourbon Wins Gold and Best in Class at U.S. Spirits Competition
by Marina Kennedy - April 07, 2016 On the heels of winning Double Gold and Best Special Barrel Finished Bourbon at the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Jos. A. Magnus & Co. was awarded Gold, Best in Category, and Best in Class for its triple-cask finished Joseph Magnus Bourbon at the American Distilling Institute'...
Diageo Releases HAIG CLUB, A New Single Grain Whisky, in the United States
by Robert Diamond - December 15, 2014 Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol, today announced the U.S. launch of HAIG CLUB, its new Single Grain Scotch Whisky. The distinctive and sophisticated new whisky, developed in partnership with global icon David Beckham and British entrepreneur Simon Fuller, is now available across the coun...
JIM BEAM Celebrates National Bourbon Heritage Month
by Marina Kennedy - September 12, 2016 By an act of the Congress in 2007, September has been declared 'National Bourbon Heritage Month.' We wanted to help bourbon fans celebrate this historic month with Jim Beam and some fascinating Beam/bourbon history....
Cruzan Rum Introduces Fresh New Flavor
by Robert Diamond - April 07, 2015 Cruzan Rum announces today the addition of Cruzan Blueberry Lemonade Rum to its impressive portfolio of premium, flavored rums. Available nationally, this refreshing new flavor blends fine Cruzan Rum with the essence of ripe blueberries and vibrant citrus to create a well-rounded spirit bursting wit...
BiVi 100% Sicilian Vodka 'Wins Gold Medal' as Demand Continues to Grow
by Robert Diamond - February 10, 2016 NEW YORK, NY - Iconic Brands Inc (OTC PINK: ICNB) is pleased to announce BiVi Vodka has been awarded a prestigious 'Gold' medal from the Artisan Spirits Awards of San Francisco. This award is a result of an international competition with evaluations by expert judges. Award winners are selected on t...
Jim Beam Releases New Premium Take On Rye Whiskey Staple
by Robert Diamond - January 13, 2015 Today, Jim Beam , the world's No. 1 bourbon, announces the refresh of Jim Beam Rye the classic Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey offering that's been a staple on whiskey bars globally for decades....
The tequila you can't buy...Not quite yet... but it will be available soon via an exclusive website.
by Robert Diamond - October 29, 2013 What makes an ultra-premium spirit superior? First and foremost, it's taste. Second, it's the process. Ultra-premium spirits, like AsomBroso's Del Porto and El Carbonzado tequilas, are both time- and labor-intensive. The final result are two limited-edition 11-year old tequilas that are ...
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Announces Premier Barrel Strength Whiskey With Launch Of Barrel Proof
by Robert Diamond - July 15, 2015 The Jack Daniel Distillery announces the nationwide release of the brand's first-ever barrel strength offeringwithin the coveted Single Barrel Collection, Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof. The newest member of the Jack Daniel's Family of Brands will hit shelves in August and will...
Michter's 10 Year Bourbon Set for April 2016 Release
by Marina Kennedy - March 22, 2016 Michter's Master Distiller Willie Pratt has approved the release of Michter's 10 Year Single Barrel Bourbon for sale this April....
The Flaming Lips & FEW Spirits Launch Whiskey Collaboration With Bottle Signing In Chicago
by Caryn Robbins - September 09, 2016 On Thursday, Sept. 15, Grammy-winning rock band The Flaming Lips will stop in at Binny's in Lincoln Park to celebrate Brainville Rye Whiskey, a truly unique collaboration between Evanston craft distillery FEW Spirits and the legendary group....
Jim Beam Distillery To Debut New Cocktail Experience During Kentucky Bourbon Fest
by Marina Kennedy - September 06, 2016 Jim Beam Bourbon, the world's No. 1 bourbon, makes history this month with the rollout of a best-in-class cocktail experience at the Jim Beam American Stillhouse in Clermont, Ky. The cocktail program is among the first of its kind at a leading Kentucky bourbon distillery since the enactment of K...
Woodford Reserve' Unites with Fashion & Mixology's Top Talent to Create 2016 Kentucky Derby' $1,000 Mint Julep Cup
by Marina Kennedy - April 28, 2016 Woodford Reserve today unveils its $1,000 Mint Julep Cup available at the Kentucky Derby and benefiting the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. Now in its 11 th year, the 2016 iteration offers an elevated Derby experience curated by Master Distiller Chris Morris, in partnership with acclaimed menswea...
Jim Beam Adds More Refreshment To Flavor Portfolio With Release Of Jim Beam' Apple
by Robert Diamond - August 13, 2015 Today, Jim Beam officially announces the launch of its latest flavored whiskey from the world's No. 1 bourbon new Jim Beam Apple which contains all the pride and heritage from the Beam family's 220-year history....
Santo Unveiled: Introducing The World's First Mezquila
by Marina Kennedy - February 11, 2017 Marking a first in the spirits industry, Sammy Hagar and Adam Levine announce the launch ofSanto Mezquila,a premium blend of two distillates - 100% Blue Agave - commonly known as Tequila, and Espadin Agave, used to produce Mezcal.Born from a creative revelation that Sammy and Adam shared one night i...
New Bourbon Brand for Dog Lovers
by Marina Kennedy - August 17, 2016 HENDERSON, Nev., Aug. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ "For the love of dogs, bourbon & good times" is the slogan of a new spirits brand catering to dog lovers - Two Bitch Spirits Ltd....
60 Years Strong: Wild Turkey Diamond Anniversary Celebrates Master Distiller Jimmy Russell's Six Decades With Famed Kentucky Distillery
by Robert Diamond - July 28, 2014 Today, a living legend in the global spirits industry gets his due, as the whiskey brand he's nurtured for an astonishing 60 years releases Wild Turkey Diamond Anniversary, a commemorative Bourbon in his honor. Celebrating six decades of service with the famous Lawrenceburg, Kentucky distillery ...
Wild Turkey' Master Distiller Celebrates 35th Anniversary With Launch Of Master's Keep Decades
by Marina Kennedy - February 13, 2017 Following in his father's and grandfather's footsteps, Wild Turkey Master Distiller Eddie Russell decided to dabble in the family business a few miles from his boyhood home at the Wild Turkey Distillery. That was back in 1981, and the new college grad wasn't quite sure the distilling bus...
Highland Park Scotch Whisky & Sixpoint Brewery Team Up To Create Two Limited-Edition Beers
by Marina Kennedy - September 26, 2016 Highland Park and Sixpoint Brewery have teamed up to create two limited-edition beers, each formulated to complement Highland Park whisky perfectly. The two new beers, RUNE and SKLL will be unveiled at the inaugural Scotchtoberfest event in New York on September 27....
NBCUniversal Sets Kentucky Derby Coverage
by Tyler Peterson - May 01, 2014 NBC Sports Group presents 15.5 hours of Kentucky Derby coverage, a record for the event, continuing today, Thursday, May 1 at 4 p.m. ET on NBCSN, and culminating with the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby on NBC, Saturday, May 3. Coverage begins on Saturday at Noon on NBCSN and continues at 4 p.m...
Terlato Wines Adds Don Pancho Origenes Rum to New Artisan Spirits Portfolio
by Robert Diamond - November 11, 2013 Terlato Wines, a leading U.S. marketer of luxury wines and spirits, announced today an exclusive, long-term agreement to import and market the luxury rum brand, Don Pancho Origenes, as the newest addition to its Artisan Spirits portfolio. Don Pancho Origenes is produced by the legendary Cuban master...
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco Launches Exclusive 'Inside the Kitchen' Culinary Tours With Liam Mayclem
by Robert Diamond - July 17, 2013 SAN FRANCISCO, CA - The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, a AAA Five Diamond hotel in the heart of downtown, has partnered with Bay Area broadcast veteran Liam Mayclem in launching the Inside the Kitchen culinary tours, a series of exclusive, behind-the-scenes excursions that showcase the craft, talent ...
Discovery Channel's 'Mega Week' to Feature Super-Sized Episodes & All-New Specials
by Caryn Robbins - November 15, 2016 Discovery Channel's fan-favorite MEGA WEEK returns with super-sized episodes of Discovery's top series and all-new specials...
Absolut Elyx Toasts the Toast in their New Ad Campaign: Skal!
by Marina Kennedy - May 24, 2016 Absolut Elyx's new campaign pays homage to the toast, or as it's expressed in the brand's home country of Sweden, "Skl" (meaning cheers). For centuries "Skl" has been exclaimed in Swedish gatherings from midsummer nights to smorgasbords. These are joyous celebrations ...
'The Big Man of Jim Beam' Recounts Life and Legacy of Bourbon Legend, Booker Noe
by Marina Kennedy - September 27, 2016 Booker Noe, sixth generation Beam Master Distiller and Jim Beam's grandson, has been described in many ways: Legendary bourbon distiller. Larger-than-life innovator. Raconteur. American Original.... |