Tag Archives: WSWA

Here’s What’s Wrong with DtC Sales, According to WSWA

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

No question about it: Direct shipping of wine to consumers has been a God-send to wineries, especially those too small to attract attention from established distributors, such as those that belong to Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America.  When Covid forced … Continue reading →

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Covid Claims Another Victim: WSWA Cancels 2022 Convention

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America “understands the important role this annual event has played for wholesalers, suppliers, retailers, and other vendors within the industry for more than 75 years, the association said. But, “as evidenced by the ongoing rocky … Continue reading →

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Post Meridiem, Duvernois Creative Win WSWA Brand Battle RTD Category

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Post Meridiem Spirits Co. and Duvernois Creative Spirits’ Romeo’s Gin RTDs were declared the winners of the Ready-to-Drink Category of WSWA’s extended, virtual 2021 Brand Battle Tournament. Six contenders were met with questions from an expert panel of wholesaler judges about the … Continue reading →

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US, EU Reach a ‘Truce’ in Boeing/Airbus Dispute, But 25% Tariffs on American Whiskies Remain

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The European Union agreed to suspend for five years the 25% tariffs on U.S. rum, brandy and vodka imposed in November 2020 as part of the Boeing/Airbus dispute. In return, the U.S. agreed to suspend for five years the 25% … Continue reading →

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WSWA: Learn from Alcohol for Regulating Cannabis

Posted on March 17, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) released a model federal regulatory framework for adult-use cannabis rooted in the near-century of experience the industry has in transporting and regulating socially sensitive products. “Americans have confidence in our regulated alcohol system and our … Continue reading →

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WSWA Cancels Annual Convo Because of Covid

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

For the second consecutive year, Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America‘s annual convention has been cancelled, a victim of Covid-19. However, WSWA CEO/President Michelle Korsmo said the trade group will produce a virtual, expanded version of its WSWA Brand Battle Tournament. Typically … Continue reading →

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