Since everyone else is going to be trying to pull one over on you today, I’m going to stick with just the news. Let’s get into it!
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Headlines
Mexican Authorities Raid Home of Tequila Matchmaker Founders via VinePair. This is incredibly troubling. Mexico raided Tequila Matchmaker’s home after they applied pressure on the CRT to define and disclose additives in Tequila.
Is Non-Alcoholic Retailer Boisson Shutting Down? via VinePair. The short answer is that no one actually knows, but the rumors are flying after an employee posted that they’re shutting down on X earlier this week.
was the first to report the news.After Reaching 1 Million Cases, Teremana Plots Next Phase Of Expansion via Shanken. Congrats to our pals at Teremana!
The Cocktail Lovers Magazine – The Women in Drinks Issue, out now! via The Cocktail Lovers. This is a really great issue!
Whisky Magazine Awards 2024 winners revealed via The Drinks Report.
Give it up for The Ada Coleman Project, the new initiative for women+ to help the entire industry via The Cocktail Lovers.
50 Cent files US$6m case against Beam Suntory via The Drinks Business.
Introducing the Gentleman Jack Culture Shakers Jackson Class of 2024 via Thirsty.
Tequila Ocho unveils packaging rebrand via The Spirits Business.
Australians unimpressed with draught cocktails via The Spirits Business.
Q Mixers Announces Cocktail Partnership Ahead Of The 150th Kentucky Derby via BevNet.
Product Launc
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Mark Anthony Brands, Lionel Messi Partner to Launch Hydration Drink via BevNet.
Sagamore Spirit Launches Second Release of Manhattan Finish Rye Whiskey via BevNet.
iichiko, Japan’s Leading Shochu Brand, Debuts Their Most Unique Expression ‘iichiko Special’ via BevNet.
Glenmorangie debuts TR-exclusive 25YO via The Spirits Business.
Michter’s to Roll Out 10 Year Bourbon in April via Fred Minnick.
Ghost Tequila Releases New Spicy Reposado via Fred Minnick.
Maverick Spirits Releases New Reposado Single Barrel for Texas Independence Day via BevNet.
Dalmore Luminary Series Announces Two New Offerings via Fred Minnick.
Kavalan launches Triple Sherry Cask in US via The Spirits Business.
KAHOL launches full zero-alcohol spirits collection via The Drinks Report.
15 Stars Releases First West Bourbon via Fred Minnick.
Personnel Changes
Diageo bolsters sustainability leadership with new appointments via The Drinks Report.
Big Nose Kate Whiskey Names New CEO via Fred Minnick.
B.R. Distilling Fills Two Corporate Positions via Fred Minnick.
Gareth Morgan appointed distillery manager, Reefton Distilling Co via The Drinks Report.
Glenturret appoints new md via The Drinks Business.
Veteran Beverage Marketer Tony Bagnulo Joins Instigate as VP Trade Marketing via BevNet.
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