Articles by Staff Beverage Industry

Crimson Wine Group, Napa, Calif., announced its commitment to further reduce the glass bottle weight of its largest production wines. By reducing the weight of its bottles, Crimson aims to lower its environmental impact and contribute toward a more sustainable future, it says.

Athletic Brewing Co., Milford, Conn., announced that more than 200 recipients have received more than $1.6 million as part of its Two For The Trails grant program in 2023.

In celebration of the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix, taking place Nov. 16-18, Belvedere Vodka ― the Official Vodka Partner of Formula 1 ― is releasing a limited-edition bottle for the occasion.

Dr Pepper, a brand of Keurig Dr Pepper, revealed the 2023 limited-edition flavor of the carbonated soft drink with the launch of Dr Pepper Hot Take, available exclusively to Pepper Perks members.

Pernod Ricard USA, New York, announced the power pair behind the Espresso Martini are celebrating the holidays and solidifying their union with the release of Blend No. 83 ― a fragrance by Absolut x Kahlúa. 

Husband and wife duo Abe and Erin Lichy, serial entrepreneurs and breakout stars of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of New York,” launched Mezcalum, an artisanal, organic mezcal embodying time-honored Mexican traditions and the rich heritage of its spirit. 

Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo, in its ongoing effort to support and elevate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), announced it’s donating $250,000 in grants towards tackling food insecurity at HBCU campuses.

Dallas-based G.O.A.T. Fuel, a health-forward energy drink from Pro Football Hall of Famer and renowned NFL G.O.A.T.  Jerry Rice, announced that it is partnering with The Vitamin Shoppe, Secaucus, N.J., as the exclusive retailer of its new Pineapple Cream Soda and Black Cherry Ginger Ale flavors. 

Treasury Wine Estates Ltd., Melbourne, Australia, has reached an agreement to acquire DAOU Vineyards, the acclaimed luxury wine business founded by brothers and co-proprietors Georges and Daniel Daou for an upfront consideration of $900 million, plus an additional earn-out of up to $100 million. 

The new distribution center will have features such as a 36-foot clear height warehouse with four-high racking and optional automation systems, 26 loading docks and extensive roof solar panels, HDA says.