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Clinton County New York's Only Distillery Now in Operation
The area’s only distillery is now in operation. Founded by husband and wife team, Randall and Sarah Beach, Murray’s Fools Distilling Co., LLC, the first legal distillery in Clinton County since prohibition is now in operation in the Town of Altona, NY. Murray’s Fools Distilling... - May 19, 2016 - Murray's Fools Distilling Co., LLC
Limited Release Samuel Adams Rebel Raw Double IPA on Shelves in the Triangle
Mims Distributing Company One of Select Group of Distributors to Bring Rebel Raw to Consumers - May 18, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Names Thomas N. Benford, Executive Vice President and Assistant to the Chairman
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida ("CCBF") today announced the appointment of Thomas N. Benford to Executive Vice President and Assistant to the Chairman. - May 17, 2016 - Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
Family-Owned Grupo Empresarial Tribal Wins Top Honor at World Spirits Competition
Last week, Ensamble 103, an artisanal mezcal produced by the family-owned Grupo Empresarial Tribal company, was awarded “Best Mezcal 2016” by judges at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. "The San Francisco World Spirits Competition® is the most influential in the... - May 17, 2016 - Grupo Empresarial Tribal
Massachusetts Meadery Wins First Award
Local meadery, Crave Mead won a medal for their Dry Mead in the 2016 Mead Free or Die competition held in Londonderry, New Hampshire on April 30, 2016. Their traditional Dry Mead, made from a Massachusetts bamboo honey also known as Japanese Knotweed. “This invasive weed nectar flows in late... - May 17, 2016 - Crave Mead
Spire Mountain Ciders Releases Crisp & Dry Apple Cider
In the tradition of quality and excellence, American’s oldest cidery Spire Mountain Cider, is pleased to announce the release of their latest product, Crisp & Dry Apple Cider. “The hard cider industry has seen incredible growth over the past several years, and drinkers are... - May 05, 2016 - Fish Brewing Company
VetterBrew HomeBrew Supply Participates in AHA Big Brew Day May 7, 2016
VetterBrew HomeBrew Supply Participates in AHA Big Brew; Celebrations Held Worldwide on May 7 in Recognition of National Homebrew Day - May 04, 2016 - VetterBrew HomeBrew Supply
Discover an Unforgettable Outdoor Dining Experience in Napa at Downtown Joe’s
Napa, CA-based restaurant Downtown Joe’s is now inviting patrons to book a table within their outdoor dining space, which sits directly on the riverfront in Napa. The restaurant’s riverfront seating areas provide views over Veterans Memorial Park while offering the ideal setting to... - April 30, 2016 - Downtown Joe's
Reinventing the Winery, One Plate at a Time
Prima Materia winery, a new venture by chef and winemaker Pietro Buttitta, is launching a unique popup wine dinner series in the San Francisco Bay Area. Pietro will be both cooking the multi-course meals and pouring his wines and special previews with the goal of finding partners to find the winery a permanent home. - April 29, 2016 - Prima Materia
Cedar Lake Cellars Makes Donation to Local Charity
St. Louis winery supports animal shelter with proceeds from handcrafted wine - April 28, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Quigley Fine Wines and Caffee Calabria Partner to Debut Wine Wednesdays
Quigley Fine Wines (QFW), a San Diego-based wine consultancy firm that specializes in direct-to-consumer wine sales, is debuting its new tasting room as part of a partnership with North Park’s Caffe Calabria. The tasting room, which will be located upstairs in the venue, will be open... - April 27, 2016 - Quigley Fine Wines
The Murphy Foundation to Hold Wine Dinners to Benefit Muscular Dystrophy
Murphy Distributors wants to raise the awareness of Muscular Dystrophy throughout Connecticut. - April 27, 2016 - Murphy Distributors
Three Cedar Lake Cellars' Employees Earn Certification
St. Louis winery employees become certified pre-sommeliers. - April 23, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
The Tea Connoisseur Launches with a Giveaway
The Tea Connoisseur opens their online store and launches a giveaway contest. - April 16, 2016 - The Tea Connoisseur
Mims Distributing Company Welcomes District 3 to an Expanding Wine Portfolio
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with California Winery to Bring New Wine Varieties to the Triangle. - April 15, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Ham Farms Rebrands: Increasing Focus on the Customer Relationship
Ham Farms’ core strength has always been the company’s relationship with its buyers and corporate customers. With the company’s continued growth and presence in the retail market, the new www.hamfarms.com highlights its broadened 3 pillared focus on engaging retail customers, integrating new brands, and growing the sweet potato market worldwide. - April 12, 2016 - Ham Farms
Murphy Distributors and Royal Wine Corporation Supply Connecticut with Largest Kosher Wine Selection Available
Royal Wine Corp. (RWC), the world's largest kosher wine producer and importer has engaged Murphy Distributors to be the exclusive distributor of its Kosher wines in CT. - April 12, 2016 - Murphy Distributors
Wine by Design Adds New Wine to SF Giants Club Series Collection
New Pinot Gris from Cline Family Cellars Joins Lineup - April 09, 2016 - Cline Cellars
Craft Beer Producer Evans Brewing Company Announces Stock Trading Symbol “ALES”
Evans Brewing Company, a producer of award-winning premium craft beers, today announced that the company’s common stock has been assigned the trading symbol “ALES” and its common stock may now be quoted and traded on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board (OTCBB) market. - April 07, 2016 - Evans Brewing Company
Mims Distributing Company Announces Release of Anchor Brewing’s Pacific Siren Series
Two New Beers – Meyer Lemon Lager and Mango Wheat – Part of New Series from California Craft Brewery - April 07, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Taste of Richland and Market Spring Event on April 24
Georgia Grown Spring Tasting and Market Place Event on April 24th in Historic Downtown Richland, with artisan food and beverages from South Georgia's craft producers. - April 06, 2016 - Richland Rum
Cline Family Cellars Unveils Cashmere Black Magic
Lineup now includes the trio of Cashmere Red Blend, White Blend and Black Magic. - April 03, 2016 - Cline Cellars
New Spring and Summer Menu Makes Debut at Cedar Lake Cellars
St. Louis winery features area's freshest seasonal produce. - April 03, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Mims Distributing Company Announces Addition of Sinegal Estate to Wine Portfolio
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with California Winery Focused on Micro-Farming. - April 02, 2016 - Mims Distributing
The Revolutionary TeaBook Available Sunday, April 3
713 Innovations, creator of The TeaBook and a specialty line of teas, announced today that its products will be available on Kickstarter on April 3, and can be purchased at www.TheTeaBook.com/KS. About the Venture Over the last four years entrepreneurs Noah Bleich and Jeffrey Berman designed and... - April 02, 2016 - The TeaBook
TRUProteins Develops Nurish All-Natural Nutrition Powder to Compliment Protein Powders
This blend adds a whole food vitamin component, healthy fats from coconut oil, and slow release healthy carbs from a blend of organic ancient grains. Boost the nutritional level of your smoothies with a convenient new powder product. - March 30, 2016 - TRUProteins
Hopsy Partners with GrubMarket, Expands Delivery Area to the Whole Bay Area
Hopsy, the recently launched online marketplace for local craft beer, today announced a partnership with GrubMarket, the farm to table delivery startup. Beginning today, beer lovers located across the Bay Area can get fresh growlers of craft beer delivered to their doorstep. - March 24, 2016 - Hopsy
Do the Survey on Industrial Ultrasonic Wine Ageing and Win 10 Liters of Sonicated Wine
Ultrasonic Wine Ageing LTD has taken a big leap in wine production by introducing world’s first revolutionary Ultrasonic Wine Ageing technology for sustainable wine production in and around New Zealand. This one-of-its-kind technique has the potential to completely transform the method of... - March 22, 2016 - Ultrasonic Wine Aging LTD
Sipping with Purpose – South Africa Premium Organic Wine Africa Promise is a "Wine That Transforms Lives"
Africa Promise, produced by the renowned Sonop Wine Farm in Paarl, is a premium organic and Fairtrade certified South African wine that combines a tradition of great wines with social purpose. Two new Africa Promise wines have been introduced to the local and international markets–a 2014 cabernet sauvignon merlot, and a 2014 chardonnay-sauvignon blanc. Both wines are of excellent quality and are being met with glowing reviews locally in South Africa and by the global export market. - March 18, 2016 - Africa Promise Wines
Everything's Coming Up Rosés at Murphy Distributors
Those who are rose aficionados know that these wines are not just for warm weather drinking. - March 18, 2016 - Murphy Distributors
Hopsy Launches Delivery in San Francisco
1,500 customers and 5,000 growlers later, the 2-month old beer delivery service expands operations to San Francisco. - March 17, 2016 - Hopsy
New H2PRO™ Bone & Joint Health Powdered Formula Assists the Immune System and Provides Bone & Joint Benefits
PRO-Hydro Beverages Inc., developers of a line of powdered “probiotics + vitamins” that mix with food and beverages for daily immune support, today unveiled H2PRO™ Bone & Joint Health. The new H2PRO™ Bone & Joint Health formula was developed with the immune benefits... - March 16, 2016 - Pro-Hydro Beveragesm Inc.
Cask88 Launches Exclusive Whisky for The Merchistonian Club in Edinburgh
Cask88, one of the world’s leading suppliers of bespoke whisky, today unveiled a historic bottling produced exclusively for The Merchistonian Club in Edinburgh. For over 15 years, the team at Cask88 has been helping world-class companies deliver legendary experiences with one-of-a-kind... - March 11, 2016 - Cask88
One of the Best Local Napa Wineries, Saddleback Cellars, Invites Dog Owners for Spring Stroll
Napa, CA-based winery, Saddleback Cellars is now inviting dog owners from across the local Napa community to explore their winery grounds with their pets. The grounds of Saddleback Cellars feature an open patio space situated between the vineyards and the winery, providing the ideal environment for... - March 11, 2016 - Saddleback Cellars
Richland Rum Selects Brunswick, GA to Open Second Distillery
Richland Rum's second distillery is to handcraft Richland Virgin Coastal Georgia Rum in downtown Brunswick, Georgia. The facility will offer tours and tastings and is aiming to open early 2017. - March 04, 2016 - Richland Rum
Mims Distributing Company Sponsors 36th Annual Dixie Deer Classic
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Supports Nation’s Premier Trophy Whitetail Deer Show - March 02, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Coffee Company Introduces New Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffees and Espresso
Avita Coffee is pleased to introduce their new fresh roasted coffees and espresso. - February 25, 2016 - Avita Coffee
Water 2 Wine, South Austin Custom Winery, Embraces Online Retail and Online Wine Club
Water 2 Wine Custom Winery (South Austin) launches new website allowing for online purchasing and delivery, online Wine Club and wine education through the blog. - February 25, 2016 - Water 2 Wine South Austin
Fareo is Proud to Introduce the World's First Fully Automated Personal Beer Station
The Personal Beer Station is a household appliance which allows people to make a beer for personal consumption. - February 25, 2016 - Fareo Inc.
Downtown Joe's Brewery & Restaurant Announces Their Upcoming Dinner with the Brewmaster Event Featuring Napa Craft Beer
Downtown Joe's Brewery & Restaurant has announced their upcoming Dinner with the Brewmaster, featuring select Napa Craft Beers, on February 27, 2016. - February 24, 2016 - Downtown Joe's
Mims Distributing Company and Wicked Weed Brewing to Distribute More Beer to North Carolina’s Triangle Region
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with Asheville-Based Craft Beer Leader - February 24, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Organic Aglianico Del Vulture DOC "Siir" by San Martino, Represented by Ivinaio.com, is Launched at the Norwegian Alcohol Monopoly, Vinmonopolet
Basilicata winery San Martino's excellent and organic Aglianico del Vulture DOC "Siir" is launched in approximately 300 shops at the Norwegian alcohol monopoly, Vinmonopolet in March 2016. This gutsy, generous and elegant 100% Aglianico del Vulture has amazing southern character but is simultaneously as rich as the northern Nebbiolo. - February 24, 2016 - iVinaio.com
Hopsy Launches Delivery of Local Craft Beer to Incubators and Co-Working Spaces
Hopsy, the recently launched online marketplace for local craft beer, today announced the launch of an offer for incubators and co-working spaces. - February 22, 2016 - Hopsy
Cedar Lake Cellars to Host Sixth Annual Spring Fling
St. Louis winery features live entertainment by three different bands. - February 20, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Penn Brewery Names Wilsbach Distributors and Nittany Beverage as 2015’s Penn Beer Wholesalers of the Year
Pittsburgh-based Penn Brewery has named Harrisburg-based Wilsbach Distributors and State College-based Nittany Beverage its Wholesalers of the Year. The award is granted based on year-on-year dollar sales growth of Penn Brewery beers. - February 19, 2016 - Penn Brewery
One of the Top Napa County Wineries Saddleback Cellars Announces Attendance at Zinfandel Experience Grand Tasting Event with Zinfandel Associates & Producers
Oakville, CA-based Saddleback Cellars have just announced they’ll be attending the Zinfandel Experience Grand Tasting hosted by Zinfandel Associates & Producers on February 27th. The Zinfandel Experience event brings together winemakers from over 150 wineries, including Saddleback Cellars... - February 19, 2016 - Saddleback Cellars
Cedar Lake Cellars Promotes Employee to Lead Position
St. Louis winery venue names new wine tasting room lead. - February 17, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Cedar Lake Cellars to Host Irish Whiskey and Beer Dinner
St. Louis winery presents second annual evening featuring a wide array of food and drink. - February 09, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Hopsy Partners with Caviar to Offer On-Demand Delivery of Local Craft Beer
Hopsy, the recently launched online marketplace for local craft beer, today announced a partnership with Caviar, an easy way to order from popular local restaurants, to offer on-demand delivery of fresh draft beer from a list of local microbreweries. Beginning today, residents of the East Bay can get growlers of local craft beer delivered to their doorsteps in as little as 30 minutes. - February 07, 2016 - Hopsy
Mims Distributing Company Partners with Triangle Delta Waterfowl to Promote Environmental Conservation
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Seeks to Spread Message of Stewardship at Annual Banquet - February 06, 2016 - Mims Distributing