Puerto de Indias, a brand of Miami-based H.I.G. Capital, is adding to its growing stable of awards for its signature Strawberry Gin by claiming a coveted Gold Medal at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
The line of gin and rum draws inspiration from ‘The Hottest Band in the World’
November 16, 2021
Legendary rock band KISS debuted its award-winning spirits portfolio: Drink It Up by KISS, in the United States. Drink It Up by KISS is a collaboration between the legendary band, their licensing agent, Epic Rights, Santa Monica, Calif. and the Sweden-based spirits producer Brands for Fans.
1,200+ convenience stores in 11 states equipped with eCommerce app
November 16, 2021
Drizly, Boston, announced its collaboration with 7-Eleven, Irving, Texas, to deliver alcohol to adults of legal drinking age in under 60 minutes from more than 1,200 7-Eleven stores. Following a successful pilot program with 190 stores, more than 1,200 7-Eleven stores across Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Virginia and Washington state now offer delivery through Drizly.
Bombay Sapphire, a brand of Bacardi Ltd., unveiled its Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Murcian Lemon. The new super-premium expression was created to celebrate the region of Murcia in Spain and the citrus that it produces, the company says.
Limited-edition vodkas available beginning Nov. 18
November 10, 2021
Inspired by the brand’s iconic Curly Fries as well as its newer Crinkle Fries, Arby’s is entering the world of spirits by offering two delicious and distinctive flavors of potato-based vodka for its 21-and-older consumers, the company says.
Companies plan to link retailers, technology, partners and more
November 9, 2021
ReserveBar, Ridgefield, Conn., has agreed to acquire New York-based Minibar Delivery, a leading marketplace featuring on-demand delivery of wine, spirits, beer, ready-to-drink cocktails, mixers and more. Minibar Delivery facilitates these deliveries by partnering with more than 2,800 retail partner locations nationwide, including independent liquor stores and iconic national brands such as 7-Eleven. The acquisition accelerates ReserveBar's expansion of its retailer fulfillment network and planned introduction of on-demand delivery capabilities.