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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
Three Cedar Lake Cellars' Employees Earn Certification
St. Louis winery employees become certified pre-sommeliers. - April 23, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Moonlight Meadery ® Offers Valentine Romance by the Glass... Sip of Love and Legend
History of Valentine's Day, mead, ancestor of fermented beverages, Valentine events. - February 02, 2016 - Moonlight Meadery
Richland Single Estate Old Georgia Rum Expands Into New York and New Jersey
Frederick Wildman & Sons appointed to introduce, market and distribute Richland Award Winning Single Estate Old Georgia Rum in New York and New Jersey. - January 28, 2016 - Richland Rum
Cedar Lake Cellars to Host 3 Swans Winter Wine Pairing
St. Louis winery pairs farm-fresh fare with its exclusive wine. - January 28, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Peachy Canyon Winery Takes Paso Robles Wine to Cuba
Paso Robles, California winery is invited to participate in an international wine symposium held in Havana, Cuba, to celebrate the recent lifting of the US-Cuba trade and travel embargo. - January 27, 2016 - Peachy Canyon Winery
Cedar Lake Cellars Promotes Long-Time Manager to Event Director
St. Louis winery venue promotes within organization. - January 20, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Cedar Lake Cellars to Cook Up Something Special on Valentine's Day
St. Louis winery focuses on fine food and love for the holiday. - January 15, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Saddleback Cellars in Napa County Enhancing Reputation as One of the Top Local Wineries with Latest Releases
Napa, CA-based winery, Saddleback Cellars has recently announced the release of several new wines. As one of the most respected wineries in Napa County, Saddleback Cellars’ releases are widely anticipated across the Valley and the winery has just announced the release of their 2010 Reserve... - January 14, 2016 - Saddleback Cellars
Cerveceria Wendlandt Named 2015 Best Brewery in Mexico, Plans to Expand Distribution in California
Cerveceria Wendlandt, a craft beer brewer located in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, was named the 2015 Best Brewery in Mexico. Wendlandt is planning to expand distribution into California in 2016 with GRDLOC Partners LLC. - January 08, 2016 - Grdloc Partners LLC
Border Psycho Craft Beer Available in California
Border Psycho, A Mexican Craft Beer Brewer Located in Tijuana, Mexico, Begins Selling Craft Beers in California - January 08, 2016 - Grdloc Partners LLC
Hopsy Launches the First Local Craft Beer Online Marketplace and Draft Beer Delivery Service
Hopsy, an Albany-based startup, announced today the launch of a new online marketplace and home delivery service for local craft beer. Starting in January, beer enthusiasts of the San Francisco Bay Area will be able to order fresh draft beer from a list of local microbreweries on Hopsy’s... - January 06, 2016 - Hopsy
Cedar Lake Cellars Named Best Event Venue by Local Chamber
St. Louis winery honored as one of the area's top businesses. - December 31, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Cerveza Fauna Craft Beer Available in California
Award wining Mexican craft brewer, Cerveza Fauna, launches distribution of their award winning beers in California which will hit shelves this week in San Diego and Los Angeles. - December 23, 2015 - Grdloc Partners LLC
Cedar Lake Cellars Promotes Two Team Members
St. Louis winery venue adds staff to its management team. - December 17, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Saddleback Cellars Enhances Reputation as One the Best Napa Wineries with Role in 25th Anniversary Event for ZAP
Napa, CA-based winery, Saddleback Cellars has recently announced their involvement in the ZAP (Zinfandel Advocates and Producers) Experience 25th anniversary event to take place February 25th to 27th. As one of the local region’s best wineries, Saddleback Cellars has been making Zinfandel for... - December 16, 2015 - Saddleback Cellars
Cedar Lake Cellars' Employee Receives Army Medal
St. Louis specialist earns achievement medal. - December 13, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
NoDa Brewing Company Collaborates with Night Shift Brewing
NoDa Brewing Company to kick off their sour program by bringing back a collaborative brew with Night Shift Brewing titled Stop, Collaborate & Glisten. - December 12, 2015 - NoDa Brewing Company
Brain Labs Innovation Group to Launch Flagship Product, "Whiskey Lab," the Better-Than-a-Barrel Aging Solution
Whiskey Lab’s development was inspired by its creators’ experience aging white whiskey that they made together in a distilling class. Looking to develop the complex flavors that they enjoyed in commercial whiskeys, they tried many of the products available on the market, but were left disappointed. Whiskey Lab allows aspiring spirit crafters to enjoy the process of wood-aging and tasting, with the same professional-quality experience of a full-sized whiskey barrel, on a home scale. - December 11, 2015 - BRAIN Labs, LLC
Bottle-Spot.com Launches New Site with Auctions and More
Bottle-Spot, the free marketplace for fine spirits, wines and craft beers, has launched a new site with auctions, user feedback and more. The site has become the go-to destination for rare bourbons like Pappy Van Winkle, and seeks to improve user experience with new tools and functionality. - December 03, 2015 - BottleSpot Co
Book Holiday Parties at One of the Most Popular Restaurants in Napa – Downtown Joe’s
Napa, CA-based restaurant Downtown Joe’s is now inviting patrons to book their holiday events at their popular venue. With tables booking up quickly, already for the holiday season, it’s the ideal time for Napa residents to ensure there is a table ready reserved for their family and... - November 26, 2015 - Downtown Joe's
Cedar Lake Cellars Presents New Winter Menu
St. Louis winery heats up offerings with childhood favorites - November 20, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
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