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News Briefs for April 3, 2026
Oregon’s Hood River Distillers has acquired the Crater Lake Spirits portfolio from Bendistillery for an undisclosed sum. Bendistillery...
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Taste Radio: M&A Isn’t Slowing. It’s Getting More Focused.
The hosts break down the latest wave of CPG deals, including HOP WTR’s sale to Constellation Brands and So Good So You’s acquisition by a...
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Brown-Forman, Pernod Ricard Merger Could Lead to Fewer Buyers and Distributors for Independent Brands
When two spirits giants merge, what does that mean for smaller, independent suppliers?
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Reviews: Lapo’s Dives into Negroni Water, Esprizio Espresso Spritz Sparkles
In this week's BevNET reviews: Esprizio showcases its take on espresso spritz (if you didn't guess already), while Lapo's gives its...
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Honey Spirits Competition Returns
Registration is now open for the National Honey Board’s Honey Spirits Competition, with entries accepted through Friday, May 8. Hosted by...
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Mocktail Club Cracks The Control State Retail Channel
Mocktail Club, the NA sparkling beverage brand founded by Pauline Idogho in 2019, has accomplished an unlikely feat: landing placement in...
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Diageo names John O’Keeffe as North America CEO
Johnnie Walker owner Diageo has appointed John O’Keeffe as its North America president and CEO to replace Sally Grimes The post Diageo names...
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IWSR: spirits ‘worst performing’ category in 2025
Total beverage alcohol volumes fell by 2% in 2025, with spirits suffering the biggest value drop, according to IWSR data The post IWSR:...
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High fidelity blend: Traveller Whiskey
Chris Stapleton has teamed up again with Harlen Wheatley, the master distiller of Buffalo Trace Distillery, to amp up the volume of...
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Virginia Distillers Celebrate America’s 250th
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and in partnership with Virginia’s American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) and Virginia...
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Introducing Gambit No. 6
Foley Family Wines & Spirits (FFWS) has announced the launch of Gambit No. 6, a 6-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon featuring six...
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Pete Marino to Exit Bardstown Bourbon
Bardstown Bourbon’s president Pete Marino is leaving his post in June after three years with the company.