Pernod Ricard announced a partnership with the super-premium bergamot-infused aperitivo Italicus. The low ABV spirit was created in 2016 by Italian mixologist Giuseppe Gallo, who will continue to be the brand’s CEO during ongoing development.  The partnership will...

The outbreak of the novel coronavirus has forced governments and industries worldwide to make extraordinary adjustments in order to contain the spread. The alcohol industry is seeing the impact already with the cancellation of multiple festivals, conventions, and...

State governments across the country are calling for the temporary closure of bars and restaurants in order to combat the spread of the COVID-19. In a press briefing on Monday, President Trump recommended Americans avoid eating and drinking at restaurants, bars, and...

With the widespread cancellation of large meetings, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau is relaxing its rules on consignment sales. Typically, the TTB does not allow returns of slow-moving or overstocked wines and spirits. However, the TTB is adjusting its...

Integrated Beverage Group (IBG), maker of Rascal, Lifevine and Duck Pond Cellars wine brands, branched into craft spirits with the acquisition of Oregon’s Ransom Wine Co. & Distillery. The acquisition includes Ransom’s portfolio of wines, vermouths, and spirits,...

Campari has moved importation and marketing duties of Cinzano vermouth and Mondoro sparkling wine from Palm Bay International to Campari America.  “The strategic move to bring all Campari Group brands sold in the US in-house to Campari America allows us to build...

Consumers worldwide spent $4.2 trillion on wellness-related products and services in 2017, a 13% jump from 2015, according to the Global Wellness Institute. While alcohol is not a health-beverage, brands are finding ways to market to this growing industry.  The target...

Pernod Ricard has signed an agreement with The Kyoto Distillery to make a significant investment in KI NO BI Kyoto Dry Gin. The ultra-premium gin will be added to The Pernod Ricard Gin Hub, which includes brands such as Malfy and Monkey 47.  The Kyoto Distillery was...

Convenience store chain, 7-Eleven, is expanding its Evolution Store concept following the success of a beta store in Dallas. The Evolution Store serves as an experimental testing ground and is making its way to San Diego and Washington D.C.  The first Evolution Store...