Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Patron Tequila Makes Its First Foray into the Metaverse

Patron Tequila said it is entering the metaverse this summer for the first time with “Summer Made Sensational: A Patron Pop-Up Series.” The experience will offer tequila enthusiasts a vibrant escape through a unique cocktail-themed journey in Decentraland, a 3D … Continue reading

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Who & What —

Truett=Hurst Inc. names Emilie Eliason as CEO.  Most recently, she was general manager of Geodesy Wine.

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Heineken Organic Net Revenue Up 24.3%, Organic Net Profit Soars 49.2%

Heineken N.V. reports revenue in the first half grew 37% (24.3% organic), as reported beer volume increased 15.5% (7.6% organic).  Net profit in the first half grew 22.3% (40.2% organic), the company said. “Premium beer volume grew 10.2%, driving close … Continue reading

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GlenDronach Announces $30.5 Million Expansion

Brown-Forman said it will invest more than $30.5 million in The GlenDronach Distillery to more than double production. Global demand for The GlenDronach has tripled since 2016 as whisky connoisseurs worldwide discover the distillery’s rich sherry cask matured Single Malts, … Continue reading

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Kentucky Flooding Strikes a Distillery

There was mud everywhere in the Kentucky Mist Distillery in Whitesburg, Ky., and Colin Fultz, the owner, said it was “pretty devastating” to walk in and see mud everywhere.  It will probably be another week before all the mud is out of … Continue reading

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How Kentucky Flooding Wrecked a Bev/Al Supplier’s Family

On July 28, flood waters near the Montgomery, Ky.,  home of Amber Smith and Riley Noble  rose so high that they and their four children took refuge on the roof of their home. Suddenly, the house gave way beneath them … Continue reading

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