Starbucks Coffee Co., Seattle, announced plans to bring wine, beer and premium food offerings to a select number of locations in Atlanta and southern California by the end of this year.

The distilled spirits industry experienced growth in 2011 while taking market share from beer, reported Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Cressy at the industry’s annual briefing for Wall Street analysts and reporters Jan. 30.

Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Co., Chippewa Falls, Wis., a subsidiary of MillerCoors’ Tenth and Blake Brewing Co., is celebrating its 145th birthday by taking its craft beer portfolio on a cross-country tour this summer.

Narragansett Brewing Co. introduced Cream Ale, which is a new year-round offering selected by Narragansett beer fans.

Still cautious from the economic downturn, consumers created an uneven environment for beer once again in 2011. The year’s performance reflected a category of contradictions with trends torn between the ongoing price consciousness of some shoppers and the insatiable taste for variety — even if it carries a higher price — from other demographics.

Glunz Imports, a division of Louis Glunz Beer Inc., introduced Stiegl Brewery’s Stiegl Grapefruit Radler to the United States.

MillerCoors, Chicago, changed the name, packaging and personality of its MGD 64 brand. This month, the beer relaunched nationally as Miller64.

To help fans plan their get-togethers for this month’s National Collegiate Athletic Association’s March Madness, Minneapolis-based Betty Crocker partnered with actor and TV personality Mario Lopez to create 16 beer-infused party food ideas for its second annual “Betty Bracket” recipe showdown.

Odell Brewing Co. introduced Shenanigans Oak-Aged Crimson Ale in 750-ml. cork and cage finished bottles.