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Reports Suggest Sazerac in Talks With Brown-Forman Following Rumors of Pernod Merger
Weeks after news broke of discussions between Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman about a potential deal, Sazerac is allegedly throwing its hat in the ring. The Kentucky-based spirits producer Sazerac approached Jack Daniel’s maker Brown-Forman about a deal, sources familiar with the matter confirmed to the Wall Street Journal. Brown-Forman shares spiked following the news of Sazerac’s interest and are up by over 11 percent at the time of publication. A similar jump occurred after reports last month revealed its talks with French spirits supplier Pernod Ricard. The article Reports Suggest Sazerac in Talks With Brown-Forman Following Rumors of Pernod Merger appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbusinessindustrymergers-and-acquisitionsnewssazerac - news
Higher quality standard for wine judging in South-Africa
The long-established examination for wine evaluation by aspiring wine judges in South Africa has been upgraded and will henceforth be presented by the SA National Wine Show Association (SANWSA) – a significant boost to refine and maintain judging standards in wine competitions.
by SA Wine Industry3 viewsnewsveritaswine-judging - news
Spring Report | Sales
The 2026 Six Nations rugby tournament is expected to be a boon for hospitality. Almost 12 million more pints are expected to be poured during the Six Nations rugby tournament, respresentative of a £60 million boost to the British beer and pub sector. However UK pub goers pay the highest beer duty of any Six...
by Tim5 viewsnewsbrewers-intelligence - news
Thornbridge & Co open maiden London pub
Thornbridge & Co has officially opened the doors to The Wild Swan, its newest pub located at 99 Fetter Lane, London, marking the group’s first site in the capital. Situated in the heart of bustling Holborn, The Wild Swan becomes the fifth venue in the Thornbridge & Co portfolio, joining the operator’s successful pubs in...
by Tim3 viewsnews - news
2026 Eastern Winery Exposition Brings over 1,000 to Richmond, VA for the First Time
Frank Morgan moderates with winemakers as attendees tastes gold medal winners of the 2026 VA Governor’s Case wines From March 24-26th, the 14th Eastern Winery Exposition brought the industry’s largest trade show and conference for the production grape and wine industries east of the Pacific states to Richmond, VA for the first time, drawing over […]
by Richard Leahy5 viewsconferences-meetingsnewsxxvirginia-wine - news
What's Up Magazine: Not Napa. Not Bordeaux. Maryland.
Before he planted a single vine on Kent Island, Mark Cascia built satellites. The […]
by MWA2 viewsfeatured-newsnews - news
Mapped: How Much a Pint of Beer Costs Across All 50 U.S. States in 2026
As on-premise booze sales grow, prices at bars and restaurants increase to match that rising demand. The median price for beer at bars and restaurants in the U.S. is now $6.52, a 1.9 percent year-over-year markup from 2025, according to data collected by Toast. Costs in individual states are following the upward trend. Hawaii records the highest median price for a pint of beer out of all 50 states in 2026 at $8.00. Trailing behind it are New York at $7.97 and California at $7.96. The article Mapped: How Much a Pint of Beer Costs Across All 50 U.S. States in 2026 appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbeerbeer-priceinfographicsmapnewsprices - news
Switchback Brewing Debuts Krush N.A. IPA Using BrewVo Technology at CBC
There is a quiet contradiction unfolding within human brewing culture, and it has reached a new stage of evolution. A liquid once defined by its intoxicating properties is now being reconstructed—carefully, deliberately—without them. At the center of this shift is Switchback Brewing Co., which has aligned itself with Sustainable Beverage Technologiesto advance a technology that... The post Switchback Brewing Debuts Krush N.A. IPA Using BrewVo Technology at CBC appeared first on Beer Alien .
by Raymond5 viewsfeaturednews - news
How to Handle a Relapse After Long-Term Sobriety
Many people in recovery get nervous that they may relapse, and many choose not to recover because they think that relapse is unavoidable. This is simply untrue. Yes, relapses are a part of many people’s stories, but they don’t have to be a part of yours. Also, if you do relapse, even after long-term sobriety, […] The post How to Handle a Relapse After Long-Term Sobriety appeared first on Lantana Recovery: Addiction Treatment Rehab Center .
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Damm celebrates 150th anniversary with limited edition designs
Damnn has is revealed a limited-edition range of 150-year Estrella Damm can and bottle designs available in the UK and international markets, marking the first UK celebration of the brand’s landmark 150th anniversary. Launching i early April, the seven exclusive designs showcase iconic locations that tell the story of the brand rooted in Mediterranean culture...
by Tim3 viewsnews - news
Japanese Whisk(e)y Event Information 2026 [Updated 21/JAN/2026].
Update History 2025/11 Added Japanese Craft Whisky Festa (held in March) 2026/1 Added Kyushu Distillery Festival SAGA 2026 (held in May) Added Ricaman Whisky Messe (held in August) Whisk(e)y events held in 2026. We’ll keep updating and listing them here. For exhibitor and ticket information, please check the official websites linked for each event. Whisk(e)y […]
by 大石 竜平0 viewsnews - news
Coca-Cola to Replace Pepsi Across Marriott Hotels Worldwide, Ending 34-Year Partnership
The Coca-Cola Company will replace PepsiCo as the beverage provider for Marriott International, following an agreement between the beverage giant and massive hotel chain, Atlanta News First reports. The deal will exchange all Pepsi products for its direct competitor’s beverages in all of Marriott’s lobby bars, mini-markets, and mini-fridges worldwide. The swap upends Pepsi’s 34-year deal with Marriott, which operates over 9,700 properties in 143 countries. Pepsi ousted Coca-Cola as the hotel chain’s beverage supplier in 1992, following Coke’s refusal to pay up to $100 million in loans to Marriott. The article Coca-Cola to Replace Pepsi Across Marriott Hotels Worldwide, Ending 34-Year Partnership appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewshotelhotel-barshotelsnewssoda - news
Castle Island Brewing Company and Zero Gravity Craft Brewery Debut “High Note” Pale Lager for a Cause
PRESS RELEASE / April 7, 2026 (Norwood, MA) – Castle Island Brewing Company is proud to announce the release of High Note, a collaborative pale lager brewed with Zero Gravity Craft […]
by Mass Brew Bros5 viewsnewsbeer-releasecastle-island-brewingzero-gravity-brewing - news
New Report: NYC Is the First Major City to Cross $9 Threshold for a Pint of Beer
The median price for a pint of beer in Manhattan has climbed to $9.16, making it the first and only major city in the U.S. to surpass the $9 mark, according to data collected by Toast. The national median inched up 1.9 percent year-over-year to $6.52, per the report. Costs inflated most drastically in Philadelphia, Nashville, and Washington, D.C., with a 3 percent or more hike in each zone. Boston came in as the second-most expensive city for beer, where the most frequent price is creeping toward the $9 threshold at $8.69. The article New Report: NYC Is the First Major City to Cross $9 Threshold for a Pint of Beer appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbeer-industrybeer-pricedatanewsreportresearch - news
ekeg owner acquires Keg Logistics
ekeg’s leadership team and parent company, EVAARO (owned by MML Capital), have announced the acquisition of Keg Logistics across the UKI, US and Canada. The acquisition brings together two great complimentary companies across these geographies under one ownership group. In doing so, it bolsters the ambition to create a leading keg management company in the...
by Tim3 viewsnewsekegkeg-logistics - news
Weighing business toasts decade milestone
Minebea Intec, which offers a range of weighing technology for the brewing industry, is marking ten years since relocating to its UK head office in Birmingham. Over the last decade, the manufacturer of industrial weighing and inspection technologies has delivered innovative solutions for customers operating across a range of sectors, bringing performance, safety, and efficiency...
by Tim3 viewsnews - news
Buffalo Trace Releases Two New Whiskeys — Single Oak Rye Bourbon and Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon
Buffalo Trace has announced the release of two new bourbons as part of two collections in its lineup, according to recent reporting. The distillery is cementing its 27-year-long Single Oak Project as a permanent product line with the debut of Single Oak Rye Bourbon. It is simultaneously releasing Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon as part of its Experimental Collection. The highly limited rollout for both newcomers will begin this month. The article Buffalo Trace Releases Two New Whiskeys — Single Oak Rye Bourbon and Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonbuffalo-tracenewsproduct-release - news
The Future of Vegas Craft Beer: Great Vegas Festival of Beer Under New Ownership
The Las Vegas craft beer scene is officially leveling up. After more than a decade of defining Nevada’s brew culture, Motley Brews has announced the sale of its iconic festival portfolio to Brothers Molloy Events. This isn’t just a corporate handoff; it’s a strategic evolution. Led by veteran event producer Lucas Molloy, the transition marks... The post The Future of Vegas Craft Beer: Great Vegas Festival of Beer Under New Ownership appeared first on Beer Alien .
by Raymond5 viewsfeaturednews - news
Baltimore Magazine: Promised Land
After an incredibly challenging few years, the Baker siblings are sowing their future at […]
by MWA2 viewsfeatured-newsnews - news
Wormtown Brewery’s Worcester Taproom Reopens
A massive renovation, weekly events, taproom exclusives and more reasons to Be Hoppy PRESS RELEASE / April 4, 2026 (Worcester, MA) – Wormtown Brewery is thrilled to announce the […]
by Mass Brew Bros3 viewsnewsworcesterwormtown-brewery - news
OIV opens the door to “new genomic techniques” (NGT) in viticulture
In September 2025, the OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine) published a report on “new genomic techniques” (NGT) to improve and develop the planting material (vines) used in viticulture. This is an area of great importance for world wine production. NGT includes, of course, techniques for developing new grape varieties, crosses and hybrids (see […] Continue reading: OIV opens the door to “new genomic techniques” (NGT) in viticulture The post OIV opens the door to “new genomic techniques” (NGT) in viticulture was originally published on BKWine Magazine and written by Per Karlsson . Copyright BKWine and BKWine Magazine. If you see it published elsewhere in full it has been republished without our permission. BKWine Magazine - Wine on the internet since 1996 Read more: On BKWine’s Wine Tours: Wine and food tours to the world’s wine regions | BKWine Tours Om BKWines Vinresor och matresor: Världens bästa vinresor och matresor | BKWine Vinresor On BKWine’s Wine Photography: Phot
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GSN Alert: 2026 James Beard Awards Beverage and Bar Finalists
Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program Chambers, New York, NY Field & Main, Marshall, VA Kato, Los Angeles, CA The Port of Call, Mystic, CT Sway Brewing & Blending, Baileys Harbor, WI Outstanding Bar Bow & Arrow Brewing Co., Albuquerque, NM Lovers Bar at Friday Saturday Sunday, Philadelphia, PA Onyx Coffee Lab, Rogers, AR Scotch […]
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Win a free ticket to Tokyo International BarShow 2026, May 9-10
It’s that time of year again — the Tokyo International BarShow is on May 9-10 at Tokyo Dome’s Prism Hall. And again, Nomunication readers have a chance at winning a free ticket! The Tokyo International BarShow was first held in 2012, and since then it’s established itself as one of Asia’s largest and most influential […] The post Win a free ticket to Tokyo International BarShow 2026, May 9-10 appeared first on Nomunication .
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Gallo Finalizes Acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon From Kirin Holdings
Megawatt wine, beer, and spirits producer E&J Gallo Winery announced today that it completed its acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon from Japan beverage conglomerate Kirin Holdings. Neither party disclosed the terms of the transaction. The completion comes roughly two months after Gallo agreed to acquire the premium bourbon brand for up to $775 million dollars. Kirin began shopping Four Roses around for $1 billion in October. UBS Investment Bank and Jefferies advised Kirin and Gallo, respectively, to finalize the sale. The article Gallo Finalizes Acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon From Kirin Holdings appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonfour-roses-bourbongallomergers-and-acquisitionsnewspremium-spirit