The cocktail company celebrates choice in ‘cocktail culture’ with new investment
June 10, 2022
Long Island City, N.Y.-based Hella Cocktail Co., a brand of botanically inspired mixers and cocktails, announced a $5 million investment from a fellow BIPOC-owned company, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, Shelbyville, Tenn.
Campaign shows power of mixing different people, perspectives and cocktails
June 6, 2022
“Mr. Robot” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” actor Rami Malek has partnered with Absolut, a brand of Pernod Ricard USA, New York, in what is set to be their biggest ongoing campaign yet. The campaign, called The World of Absolut Cocktails, will launch this summer with an introduction from Malek. The multi-year project is designed to inspire people who are open-minded, optimistic, and driven by curiosity … to come together to mix ideas and, of course, drinks, the company says.
One of the most harshly impacted industries in the early days of the pandemic, on-premise has shown its ability to pivot. Data suggests that the channel has recovered from its early pain points with analysts predicting growth for on-premise.
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.
Fall is the right time for reading a book, trying a new hobby or perfecting the perfect kombucha recipe. Several new books about bourbon showcase the art of distilling in Kentucky.
Ready-to-drink seltzer centric spirits, generally made from a vodka or tequila base, and RTD premixed cocktails are exploding in size and innovation, as consumers seek convenient, on-the-go options.
Post-COVID-19, experts note that the “size of the prize” opportunity in the on-premise channel are huge. When making cocktails, rum is surging in popularity as the spirit of choice in piña coladas, mojitos and Margaritas.
Liqueur brand partners with La La Anthony for Baileys Colada
April 8, 2021
Baileys, a brand of Diageo North America, New York, is gearing up to deliver a new addition to your next staycation with the launch of Baileys Colada, a new, limited-time offering.
The temporary shuttering and reduced capacity of many on-premise outlets has resulted in spirit sales shifting to off-premise, helping U.S. spirit sales to increase 27 percent, totaling $10.1 billion for the 52 weeks ending Feb. 21.
On-premise outlets still are weathering the challenges of being one of the industries hardest hit by the pandemic. As the channel pivots, experts note to-go beverage alcohol might be here to stay.