Wine & Spirits News

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A.P. Keaton, a full-service marketing and experiential agency supporting globally recognized spirits portfolios including Campari Group, Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Bacardi, and Edrington, is expanding its use of PINATA, the AI-powered operating system for brand execution, to manage and verify retail merchandising programs at national scale. As beverage alcohol brands face increasing pressure to prove ROI on trade investment, the ability to track in-store compliance and ex...

MIAMI & DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southern Glazer’s announced that Served Up, its beverage and hospitality podcast, adds Eric Hemer, SVP, Product Education, as co-host....

Winter Garden, Florida--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Prodalim, a global leader in juice and specialty ingredients solutions, announced today the acquisition of Sylvestre, a leading Brazilian producer of botanicals and functional extracts addressing the nutraceutical market. Sylvestre’s existing owners and management team will remain with the company and support its integration into Prodalim’s platform. Founded in 1992 in Brazil, Sylvestre is a trusted supplier of high-quality natural ingredients, specializ...

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blake's Beverage Company is betting that the next big thing in the cooler aisle isn't a seltzer, isn't a cocktail, and isn't another cider. It's a punch. The company announced today the nationwide launch of Giddy Up, a new line under its Austin Eastciders brand. At 11% ABV, Giddy Up is a wine-based punch sold in 19.2 ounce single-serve cans – gluten free, lightly carbonated and available at convenience stores launching in two flavors: Blue Raspberry and Tropical...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Men's Journal Spirits Shop is thrilled to announce a new partnership with NBA icon Stephen Curry and his premium bourbon brand, Gentleman's Cut. His whiskey is now available for purchase on the Men's Journal Spirits Shop website, giving readers access to Curry's signature portfolio of spirits. To celebrate the partnership, Men's Journal also launched a sweepstakes where readers can enter to win Curry autographed basketballs or jerseys. “This is a project that we've be...

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--St. Francis Winery & Vineyards and the Golden State Storm today announced an official wine partnership, bringing together two Northern California originals that share a common heartbeat: a passion for craft, community, and the authentic stories born from this iconic region. The partnership launches in March to coincide with the Golden State Storm's inaugural season opener taking place on March 28, 2026 at Laney Field in Oakland, CA. With the timing falling...

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IDL international dance league today announced it signed a strategic partnership with CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka, who will serve as the official vodka in the U.S. for the 2026 season. This partnership marks IDL’s first brand partnership, aligning two leaders in cultural influence, lifestyle and entertainment, and marks the latest expansion of CÎROC’s Athletic Club platform, which celebrates sport as a lifestyle rooted in community, culture, and elevated social exper...

SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CraftCo Brands Enters Australia - Jos A. Magnus Bourbons and Fox & Oden Double Oak Bourbon Now Distributed by Honey Barrel....

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kavayn, a groundbreaking kava extract drinks and edibles company founded in January 2025 by co-founders Brad Tabone, Duncan MacRae, and Surya Pavan, proudly announces its official launch this month. With a mission to redefine the kava-extract product industry through sustainable practices, innovative extraction methods, and a commitment to quality, Kavayn has launched with a line of premium spirits, ready-to-drink sachets, and gummies. Locally started in Nashv...

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Golden Gate Global reports rapid I-526E petition approvals for investors in the Appellation Healdsburg Hotel EB-5 project, located in California’s renowned Sonoma County Wine Country. The hospitality development, subscribed by Golden Gate Global in 2025, has completed construction and has been welcoming guests since September 2025. The hotel has received strong early reviews, currently holding a rating of roughly 9.3 on Booking.com, 4.8 on Google, and 4.9 on Trip...