Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA) (NYSE: BFB) announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its Southern Comfort and Tuaca trademarks to Sazerac for $543.5 million. Brown-Forman Chief Executive Officer Paul Varga said the decision to sell these brands reflects the company’s evolving portfolio strategy and a continuation of its efforts to focus resources on […]
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Black ButtonDistilling, one of the fastest growing New York state farm distilleries, marks another year of growth and exciting change with a return to self-distribution in the Rochester, Syracuse and Buffalo regions, at the start of 2016. In just two years, Black Button Distilling has hired additional production staff and doubled the original size of […]
At a press conference yesterday, House Spirits Distillery and the Port of Portland jointly announced plans for the House Spirits Distillery PDX Tasting Room at Portland International Airport (PDX). When it opens in October, 2016, House Spirits Distillery will become the first distillery in the world to operate its own in-line brick-and-mortar spirits tasting room […]
It may have come as a surprise that Suntory Whisky Yamazaki® Sherry Cask 2013 was named “World Whisky of the Year” in Jim Murray’s 2015 Whisky Bible. However, sherry cask whisky has been a constant staple of the Suntory Whisky portfolio since 1924, a year after the distillery began construction.Shinjiro Torii, the founding father of […]
Luxco is proud to introduce its first-ever Irish whiskey, The Quiet Man, set to launch two varieties in the U.S. this month. The handcrafted Quiet Man is produced through Luxco’s partnership with Niche Drinks in Derry, Ireland, and is the first Irish whiskey bottled in Derry in more than 100 years. The Quiet Man brand […]
BARDSTOWN, KY – Heaven Hill Brands and Liquor.com announced today the 32 regional semifinalists competing for the 2016 Bartender of the Year competition. Semifinalists will compete in New Orleans, San Francisco, New York, or Chicago beginning February 2016. Over 600 original cocktail recipes using Domaine de Canton French Ginger Liqueur, Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon, […]
Constellation Brands’ Venture Capital Arm Acquires Minority Stake in Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery
Constellation Brands, Inc. announced today that it has acquired a minority stake in Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, which produces a variety of craft whiskeys. Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery will continue to operate independently to produce, market, and sell its products. The investment is the second for Constellation Ventures, the company’s corporate venture capital function, focused […]
WHAT: Spend a full, interactive day at the Woodford Reserve Distillery learning the fine art of crafting and appreciating bourbon – America’s native spirit. The day includes an extensive behind-the-scenes tour of the Woodford Reserve Distillery, an interactive demonstration of using grains to make mash, charring a barrel and tasting a variety of whiskeys. The class […]
2016 Fresh Food Adventures An adventurous monthly dining series celebrating Kentucky foods and spirits Gather around Shaker Village’s roving table for a culinary adventure that sets the stage for creative collaborations, great conversations and new friendships. From celebrated guest chefs, talented mixologists and favorite local musicians, you never know who might drop in or where […]
Gear: Whiskey Bullets are stainless steel and can be used to cool your favorite whiskey. They are a great way to chill your drink without diluting it. Whiskey bullets are heavy enough to stay at the bottom of your glass, easy to clean, and are rounded to prevent scratching. They also add a unique look […]
