Podcast: Alcohol Trends and Data from the Control States
In this episode, we talk industry trends and data with David Jackson, Chief Operating Officer for the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association. Also known...
2025 Growth Brands: RTD Brands Making A Splash
The rapid rise in popularity of the ready-to-drink (RTD) category is a key factor in helping the alcohol industry remain afloat during this difficult time. Our 2025 RTD Growth Brands winners tell us in this article what they do to stay successful.
Distributor Best Practices Awards Entries Now Open
Now in its second year, the annual Distributor Best Practices Awards entries are open once again! The awards showcase the best parts of the middle tier, which is especially important in today’s consolidated industry. We encourage all distributors to enter the awards and share your successes with the rest of the industry.
Spirits and Wine Sales Slump in Q1 2025
The latest data from SipSource reveals that both the spirits and wine categories faced a difficult first quarter of 2025, with volume and revenue declines accelerating across the board.
El Mayor Tequila Announces New Bottle Sizes
El Mayor Tequila now offers new 375-ml. and 1.75-L sizes of its Blanco and Reposado expressions, meant to better meet consumers’ usage needs and...
Crown Royal Launches Marquis Expression
Canadian whisky giant Crown Royal on April 30 announced the release of Crown Royal Marquis. The latest innovation in the Diageo brand’s portfolio is finished...
Tequila El Mexicano Blanco Enters Distribution Partnership with Foley Family Wines & Spirits
Tequila El Mexicano Blanco is now being distributed across the U.S. by importer Foley Family Wine and Spirits.
A Tasting with Silent Pool Gin’s Mari Zoelle
Silent Pool Distillers’ global brand ambassador Mari Zoelle guided me through a tasting of Silent Pool Gin, offering up history on the distillery and how the gin is made.
Wynk THC Seltzers Expand Into Four New Markets
Hemp-derived cannabis beverage brand Wynk is continuing its U.S. expansion with the launch of its THC-infused seltzers in Wisconsin, Kentucky, Alabama and Arkansas.
Gil Family Estates Appoints RNDC as Distributor for Illinois
Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Gil Family Estates (GFE) USA, Inc. in the state of Illinois, effective June 1, 2025.
