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Cedar Lake Cellars Presents New Winter Menu
St. Louis winery heats up offerings with childhood favorites - November 20, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
The Murphy Foundation - "Sponsor a Local Family Program" Helps Those in Need
The company has created a sponsorship program to go town by town, family by family, starting with one and helping those that are most in need. - November 18, 2015 - Murphy Distributors
LifeFuels Smart Nutrition Bottle Named 2016 CES Innovation Awards Honoree
Award-winning connected health and fitness product bridges crucial gap between nutrition and wearable technology; First portable, single and multi-serve device that gives users the personalized nutrition and hydration they need, when they need it. - November 14, 2015 - LifeFuels
Mims Distributing Company Welcomes Southbound Brewing Company to Its Portfolio
North Carolina Distributor Expands Selection with Beers from Savannah-based Brewery. - November 14, 2015 - Mims Distributing
Jack Joyce Scholarships Totaling $85,000 Awarded to Seven OSU Fermentation Science Students
Columbia Distributing and Rogue Ales awarded scholarships to seven Oregon State University (OSU) Fermentation Science students, totaling $85,000. The Jack Joyce Schoalrship, as it's known, honors the Oregon beer icon and late founder of Rogue. Generous donations were made from Hop Valley Brewing, the Beer Institute, Great Western Malting Co., Wyeast Laboratories, Inc. and Crux Fermentation Project, among others. - November 13, 2015 - Columbia Distributing
Feni Enters United States Distribution via Wirtz Beverage
The Spirit of India “Feni” announced today a partnership with Wirtz Beverage Illinois that will introduce the award-winning craft distilled Feni to the United States for the first time. “We are truly thrilled to partner with such a tremendous team at Wirtz Beverage,” said B. - November 05, 2015 - SPIRIT OF INDIA FENI
Iorio’s Gelato Invites East Lansing to Celebrate Grand Opening on Tuesday November 10
Gelateria expands from Lansing, to Ann Arbor, & now to East Lansing, bringing authentic, artisan gelato & Zingerman’s coffee, opening Tuesday, November 10. - November 05, 2015 - Iorio's Gelato
Family Owned Winery Saddleback Cellars Announce Owner Nils Venge Set to Visit Cuba for California Wine Symposium
Oakville, CA-based family-owned winery, Saddleback Cellars has recently announced that their owner Nils Venge will be attending the California Wine Symposium in Cuba from January 31 to February 3, 2016. The event, which is being organized in collaboration with California Wine Institute, The Napa... - November 05, 2015 - Saddleback Cellars
Consumer Health Brands Introduces DEFY®, a Functional Health Mix to Enhance Alcohol Metabolism
Consumer Health Brands, Inc. (www.DEFYMIX.com), a Silicon Valley-based provider of vitamin and nutritional products for the active social lifestyle, today announced DEFY®, a functional health powder mix designed to enhance alcohol metabolism and help next-day mental alertness. Be Social. Feel... - November 01, 2015 - Consumer Health Brands, Inc.
Deadhead® Rum Transitions to a Larger Distillery
Deadhead® Rum-which recently won a Gold Medal for its Amber Rum and a Platinum Medal for its bottle design at the 2015 Sip Awards, the international spirits competition held in Newport, CA-will move distilleries this month to keep up with growing demand; its sales have nearly doubled in the... - October 31, 2015 - Iconic Brands
Downtown Joe’s Now One of the Leading Family Friendly Restaurants in Napa for Group Bookings
Napa, CA-based restaurant Downtown Joe’s is now inviting patrons to their Riverview dining room for their group gatherings. As one of the foremost family-friendly restaurants in Napa, Downtown Joe’s is offering set menus as well as buffet menus for private parties in their stylish... - October 30, 2015 - Downtown Joe's
"Tales From The Cask" Craft Beer Podcast Wins National Award
Podcast Places Second in Best Podcast/Broadcast Category at The 2015 North American Guild Of Beer Writers Awards - October 28, 2015 - Mims Distributing
Mims Distributing Company Announces the Commodore by Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits Now Available in Six-Packs
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor and Brewery Partner Answer Consumer Demand for Craft Beer with 12-Ounce Bottles - October 22, 2015 - Mims Distributing
Luxury Without Boundaries: Billionaire Vodka Beats All Records
Star designer Leon Verres launches the most expensive vodka of the world onto the market. - October 13, 2015 - Royal Republic International
Iconic® Brands’ Apocalypto® Tequila Wins Big at Glorious Spirits' Made in Mexico Awards
At the 2015 Glorious Spirits' Made in Mexico Awards, both the Apocalypto Blanco and Apocalypto Reposado expressions from Iconic® Brands took home Gold Medals. Occurring in San Diego, the tasting is judged by industry executives, who rate each spirit's appearance, aromatics, flavor, mouthfeel... - October 11, 2015 - Iconic Brands
BOP to Host First-Ever Brewers Symposium Rising Foam in PA Attracts Experts to Address “Beer Professional Development”
The Brewers of Pennsylvania (BOP) will host their first-ever Brewers Symposium this Friday, October 9th and Saturday, October 10th at the Artsquest SteelStacks facility (Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema) in Bethlehem, PA. - October 08, 2015 - Brewers of Pennsylvania
Specialists for Wine Tasting Tours Saddleback Cellars Participating in Loyola-Marymount Event
Oakville, CA-based vineyard, Saddleback Cellars has recently announced that their team will be in attendance at the Loyola-Marymount University Classic. The event, which is the 35th annual Wine Classic, will bring together winery owners from across California. Saddleback Cellars will be... - October 08, 2015 - Saddleback Cellars
International Performer Flo Rida Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Empire Rockefeller Vodka
International performer and recording artist, Flo Rida, and New York-based Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group, today announced a multi-year partnership for the brand to use Flo Rida’s name and likeness in promotional and marketing materials for the company’s Empire Rockefeller Vodka alcoholic beverage. Flo Rida will become Empire Rockefeller Vodka’s global brand ambassador. He will promote Empire Rockefeller Vodka on social media, through personal appearances and inclusion in music videos. - October 06, 2015 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Fish Tale Beyond the Pale Ale Named World’s Best Beer
Fish Tale Ale’s Beyond the Pale Ale, produced by Fish Brewing Co in Olympia, WA was named the 2015 World’s Best Beer by the World Beer Awards. To receive this award, the beer was first judged in a regional style heat in America. Winners from all regions including Asia and Europe were... - October 06, 2015 - Fish Brewing Company
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces Fall Menu
St. Louis winery utilizes local vendors for upcoming season. - October 04, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Iconic® Brands’ Sangre de Vida® Tequila Wraps Up the Summer in a Big Way
At the seventh annual Sip Awards held in Newport Beach, CA, consumers judged over 400 spirits, and Sangre de Vida® came home with a Silver, Bronze and Gold Medal for its Blanco, Reposado and Añejo expressions, respectively. Winning these medals, qualifies these Sangre de Vida®... - October 04, 2015 - Iconic Brands
Murphy Distributors Expands to New Branford Location
Murphy Distributors is moving to their new facility that is almost 10 times the size of their current location. - October 03, 2015 - Murphy Distributors
Napa Sports Bar Downtown Joe’s Offers Direct Access to All the Action This NFL Season
Napa, CA-based sports bar, Downtown Joe’s is inviting football fans from across the area to visit and support their favorite teams on game daysduring NFL season. Patrons can begin with happy hour specials from the Downtown Joe’s bar while exploring the full array of classic menu items... - October 03, 2015 - Downtown Joe's
Inaugural Whiskey Festival of New Jersey Set for October 15, 2015
Wine Country Stores Presents One-of-a-Kind Tasting Experience Showcasing Over 100 Premium Whiskeys. - September 26, 2015 - Wine Country Stores
Mims Distributing Company Announces Partnership with Banville Wine Merchants
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Expands Portfolio with Addition of New York Importer of Italian, French and Argentinean Wines. - September 26, 2015 - Mims Distributing
The Friendly Coffee Company's Newest Addition, Former Lead Guitarist of Rev Theory
Richard Thomas AKA Rikki Lixx Creates Coffee Like a Rockstar - September 26, 2015 - The Friendly Coffee Company, LLC
Underground Herbal Spirit Now in 16 States with Total Wine & More
Ogden’s Own Distillery announced their award-winning Underground Herbal Spirit is now available at Total Wine & More retail stores in 16 states. “We have so many inquiries from around the country as to where our product can be found,” Steve Conlin, managing partner, explained. - September 24, 2015 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Cedar Lake Cellars Adds New Wine Line
St. Louis winery pays homage to swan mascots. - September 24, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
The Lauren Powers Fitness Classic Takes Place Sunday, October 4 at the Oceanside Pier
Fitness Event and Expo open to the public; categories include men's and women's bodybuilding, fitness, fit moms, teens, and more. - September 24, 2015 - Lauren Powers
Massachusetts-Based Bantam Cider Rolls Out Can Program in New England
Bantam Cider has officially announced the launch of its can program. In stores this week, craft cider fans in Massachusetts and Rhode Island will be the first to get their hands on cans of all three of Bantam’s year-round ciders: Rojo, Wunderkind, and The Americain. Earlier this year, Bantam... - September 21, 2015 - Bantam Cider
Coffee, Vanilla and Chocolate in Your Cup - Java Trio Concentrate Debuts
Bringing together all time favorites in coffee, vanilla and chocolate. Built for the coffeehouse, food service or coffee slinging barista: Java Trio concentrate. - September 20, 2015 - Allann Brothers Coffee Roasters
Juicer Heroes and Elevate Life Wellness Team for Your Health
Juicer Heroes and Elevate Life Wellness are now your "One Stop Emporium for Wellness." The recent move just up the road from the Original Juicer Heroes location accomplishes a long held dream. "People love it! They come in, work out, get a juice or a smoothie and head out for a Healthy Day." -Jason Taylor Juicer Heroes co-founder. - September 17, 2015 - Juicer Heroes
TRUProteins Revitalizes Formula and Increases Nutritional Value by Adding Probiotics
More than just a protein powder, TRUProteins Nutra Whey continues to improve the nutritional value of the formula by adding a probiotic to promote healthy bacteria in the body, improving overall health and wellness. - September 17, 2015 - TRUProteins
New PrettyFit Protein Brings Accountability to Sports Nutrition
New protein powder to shake up sports nutrition market with all-natural, minimal ingredient protein powder made for women. - September 15, 2015 - PrettyFit
Cedar Lake Cellars Celebrates Fifth Anniversary
Year-round St. Louis winery offers Napa Valley atmosphere. - September 11, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
American Royal Tea™ Introduces Two New Seasonal Blends for the Fall: 100% Organic, Non-Gmo, American-Sourced Fruits and Spices Blended in One Magical Witch’s Brew
American Royal Tea™ introduces two new, delicious seasonal blends that are only available September 1 through December 1: Witch’s Brew and Sweet Witch’s Brew. - September 03, 2015 - American Royal Tea
Day Block Brewing to Host PorktoberFest Block Party in Downtown Minneapolis
The all-day event will emphasize local food-namely pork selections-as well as several vegetarian options. In addition, there will be plenty of craft beer and a full schedule of live music, which will begin at 2:00pm. - September 03, 2015 - Day Block Brewing
Chateau Diana Winery Joins Murphy Distributor's Exclusive Distribution List
Murphy Distributors is proud to announce it has obtained exclusive distribution rights for California-based Chateau Diana Wines. Chateau Diana Winery was founded in 1981, but its beginnings were crafted along a career path that would take founder Tom Manning, his wife Diane, and later, his young... - September 03, 2015 - Murphy Distributors
ZD Wines Prepares for 50th Anniversary; Harvests Fruit for First Sparkling Wine
ZD Wines Prepares for 50th Anniversary by Harvesting Fruit for First Sparkling Wine ZD Wines, located on the Silverado Trail in Rutherford, has announced they are making their first sparkling wine in anticipation of their upcoming 50th anniversary in 2018. Pinot Noir sourced from the... - September 02, 2015 - ZD Wines
Mims Distributing Company Announces Limited-Availability Sierra Nevada Oktoberfest Collaboration Beer
Sierra Nevada Partners with 600-Year-Old German Brewery, Brauhaus Riegele, for Inaugural Fall Seasonal Brew. - August 28, 2015 - Mims Distributing
Global Coffee Entrepreneurs Take an American Road Trip
Join Atlas Coffee Company as they bring their brews across the United States. - August 24, 2015 - Atlas Coffee Club
Water 2 Wine South Austin Hosts Its Annual Grape Stomp Event in Support of Autism Speaks
Water 2 Wine South Austin and Autism Speaks unite forces to create a community driven event, supporting Autism Speaks, local musicians, artisans and vendors. - August 23, 2015 - Water 2 Wine South Austin
Murphy Distributors Adds Notorious Pink Wine to the Company's Exclusive Distribution List
Murphy Distributors announced today it has obtained the exclusive distribution rights to Notorious Pink Rose for Connecticut. Imported by BH Group USA Imports of Manhasset, NY, Notorious Pink is a special blush cuvee made from 100% Grenache, the leading grape varietal at Domaine la Colombette in... - August 20, 2015 - Murphy Distributors
Award Winning Irish Craft Brewer Brings Traditional Irish Dry Stout to Canada
O’Hara’s Traditional Irish Dry Stout draught will be on-tap in pubs, restaurants and bars across Ontario. - August 20, 2015 - McClelland Premium Imports
Mims Distributing Company Welcomes Arkenstone Vineyards to Expanding Wine Portfolio
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with California Winery Offering Selections from Napa Valley. - August 15, 2015 - Mims Distributing
From Vineyard to Table: How One Chef is Raising the Stakes
An award-winning winemaker who is also a professional chef is creating a unique food and wine destination in Oakland with strong community ties. - August 13, 2015 - Prima Materia
Caffè de Aromi Acquires Route 66 Coffee Roasters
Bangkok based Route 66 Coffee Roasters has been acquired by Caffé de Aromi. - August 11, 2015 - Caffe de Aromi
Mims Distributing Company Adds Rare Berliner Weisse by Bear Republic to Portfolio
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with California Brewery to Offer Hard-to-Find Sour Beer. - August 08, 2015 - Mims Distributing
Herris Gourmet OU Kosher-Certified Food Items Now Available at Logan International Airport
Herris Gourmet is now supplying quality OU Kosher-certified food products to the Hudson News retailer in Terminal E of Logan International Airport, through a distribution deal with York Street Caterers. - August 07, 2015 - Herris Gourmet
Texas Bourbon Release: Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Bone Spirits Distillery
Bone Spirits Distillery is launching it Bone Bourbon throughout Texas in August. Hitting retail shelves and on-premise accounts for fall. The farm-to-bottle distillery is introducing its long-awaited corn and rye mash bourbon. - August 07, 2015 - Bone Spirits Distillery