Distillery tour highlights legacy of Evan Williams
November 19, 2013
Heaven Hill Distilleries Inc., Louisville, Ky., opened a new $10.5 million artisanal distillery to bring tourism and a unique brand experience for Evan Williams drinkers to the area. The Evan Williams Bourbon Experience opened to the public on Nov. 15. The new artisanal distillery and tourism experience is officially the eighth stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail tour and the first stop in Louisville.
‘Bacardi Untameable Since 1862’ global campaign unites product portfolio
November 19, 2013
Honoring its 150-year legacy, Hamilton, Bermuda-based Bacardi Limited announced the launch of its new “Bacardi Untameable Since 1862” global marketing campaign, which tells the stories behind Bacardi rum and its origins in Cuba and inspires consumers to embrace life and live boldly to showcase their own “Irrepressible Spirit.”
Fans call for return of rye whiskey after it disappears from shelves
November 18, 2013
Wild Turkey, a brand of San Francisco-based Campari America, is bringing back its Wild Turkey 101 Rye. After an absence from the market for approximately a year because of the unexpected high demand, the Kentucky straight rye whiskey is returning to bars in select markets this month.
Beverage-makers exhibit latest in new product releases
November 11, 2013
More than 22,000 people were in attendance at the 2013 NACS Show, which took place Oct. 12-15 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Total attendance reached 22,263, with 7,874 visitors classified as “buyers,” including retailers, wholesalers and distributors.
Company launches Facebook app in connection with campaign
July 9, 2013
Los Angeles-based Activate Drinks, maker of nutrient-enhanced waters utilizing twist cap technology, kicked off its “Stop Vitamin Cruelty” summer advertising campaign, which highlights the company’s core message of vitamin efficacy.
Activate Drinks, Newport Beach, Calif., announced that it has expanded distribution of its Activate nutrient-enhanced water line into the New York City market.
Wild Flavors Inc. introduced a line of seasonal-inspired “mocktail” flavors for non-alcohol applications that capitalize on the unique characteristics of alcohol beverages.