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Canadian hard seltzer brand Nude Beverages has launched its Hard Seltzer nationwide in the United States.

For wineries and independent craft spirit and beer producers, taprooms, tasting rooms and tours have long encouraged trial and experimentation, helping these entrepreneurs become beacons of community and camaraderie. Yet, to drive sales during the past six months, beverage brands have been forced to pivot and use other avenues such as eCommerce and direct-to-consumer (DTC) shipping with overall positive results.

Evolution 2019 Oregon Pinot Noir and Evolution 2019 Lucky No. 9 White Blend are packaged in 1.5-liter boxes that also feature a new contemporary look for the brand.

Phusion Projects LLC launched Mamitas Tequila & Soda, a canned hard seltzer made with 100 percent real tequila available in four flavors: Lime, Paloma, Pineapple and Mango.

3 Badge Corp. launched Uncle Val's Peppered and Restorative Gins, which are crafted as more layered “food gins,” the company says.

New York-based Brockmans Gin is introducing a value-added gift pack just in time for the fall and holiday gift-giving seasons.

Hanson of Sonoma released a craft, organic, grape-based, gluten-free and non-GMO vodka.

The Bardstown Bourbon Co., Bardstown, Ky., is rolling out a new expression with Louisville-based distillery Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. The latest addition to Bardstown’s Collaborative Series, this product is a nine-year-old Tennessee bourbon finished for 18 months in Destillaré Orange Curaçao barrels. The new bourbon is available in limited quantities across all 13 markets.

Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur, a brand of New York-based Diageo North America, launched a new limited-edition variety: Apple Pie.

Still Austin released its flagship straight bourbon whiskey (aka, The Musician).