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Trend articles, new products and news related to alcohol beverages. ]]> https://www.bevindustry.com/rss/2247 en-us GALLO completes acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon GALLO has finalized an agreement with Kirin Holdings to acquire Four Roses Bourbon, bringing the American bourbon brand back under U.S. family ownership for the first time in 83 years. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98278 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:20:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98278-gallo-completes-acquisition-of-four-roses-bourbon Evan Williams celebrates universities with specialty bottles Evan Williams announced its release of five highly limited Evan Williams Single Barrel Bourbon Nation Collegiate Edition bottles.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98270 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98270-evan-williams-celebrates-universities-with-specialty-bottles Spirits market faces shifting landscape, RTDs continue to drive growth Sabettal@bnpmedia.com (Lauren Sabetta) Despite premium-driven growth and RTD cocktails on the rise, experts highlight how the spirits market is facing real pressure from inflation, tighter consumer budgets, and a shift in consumer behavior.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98268 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98268-spirits-market-faces-shifting-landscape-rtds-continue-to-drive-growth Rebel Bourbon Rebel Root Beer Rebel Bourbon announced the return of fan-favorite Rebel Root Beer Whiskey to its award-winning Rebel Bourbon lineup.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98259 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98259-rebel-bourbon-rebel-root-beer US spirits exports decline 3.8% in 2025 U.S. spirits exports declined 3.8% in 2025 to $2.37 billion, reflecting the impact of ongoing trade friction, retaliatory actions and broader economic headwinds, according to the 2025 American Spirits Exports Report released by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS).

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98275 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98275-us-spirits-exports-decline-38-in-2025 The world’s largest BuzzBallz makes its debut BuzzBallz, a brand of Sazerac Co., Louisville, Ky., is kicking off lemonade season with the Pink Lemonsqueezy One Night Lemonade Stand, a massive adults-only mobile pop-up housed inside the largest BuzzBallz ever built.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98269 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98269-the-worlds-largest-buzzballz-makes-its-debut Surfside Blueberry Lemonade and Half & Half Variety Pack Surfside, a brand of Stateside Brands, announced the launch of four new flavors, further expanding its award-winning canned cocktail lineup. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98257 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98257-surfside-blueberry-lemonade-and-half-and-half-variety-pack Tequila, mezcal segments remain hot among consumers alversonc@bnpmedia.com (Chloe Alverson) Tequila and mezcal segments continue to be impacted by premiumization and consumer trends.  

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98254 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98254-tequila-mezcal-segments-remain-hot-among-consumers Ornellaia La Vitalità Ornellaia announced the launch of La Vitalità (Vitality), a word selected to define the 2023 vintage, it says.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98244 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98244-ornellaia-la-vitalita SWRL Makgeolli Seltzer SWRL, a modern beverage brand reimagining Korean Makgeolli, officially launched its signature drink lineup, introducing Korea’s cloudy rice wine to the U.S. hard seltzer aisle.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98242 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98242-swrl-makgeolli-seltzer Sazerac acquires Dirty Shirley Sazerac, Louisville, Ky., announced its acquisition of Dirty Shirley, a ready-to-drink cocktail brand known for its vodka-spiked take on the classic Shirley Temple.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98240 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:42:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98240-sazerac-acquires-dirty-shirley -196 Vodka Seltzer debuts tall boy cans -196 Vodka Seltzer is going bigger with the nationwide launch of its 710-ml (5.5% ABV) tall boy cans.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98225 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98225-196-vodka-seltzer-debuts-tall-boy-cans Buffalo Trace Traveller Whiskey Full Proof Buffalo Trace Distillery Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician Chris Stapleton announced the release of Traveller Whiskey Full Proof.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98229 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98229-buffalo-trace-traveller-whiskey-full-proof Black Girl Magic Sweet Red Frizzante McBride Sisters Wine Co. announced the national rollout of Sweet Red Frizzante under its culturally iconic Black Girl Magic Wines brand.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98227 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98227-black-girl-magic-sweet-red-frizzante Jack Daniel’s, McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 team celebrate 2026 F1 Season To kick off the 2026 F1 season, the Jack Daniel Distillery announced the debut of a new limited-edition Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey in partnership with the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 team. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98217 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98217-jack-daniels-mclaren-mastercard-formula-1-team-celebrate-2026-f1-season Medly Wine Medly Wine unveiled its organic, zero-sugar wines from the Mediterranean, delivered direct-to-consumer in sustainable pouches. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98209 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98209-medly-wine -196 brings Japanese craftsmanship to US market jacobsenj@bnpmedia.com (Jessica Jacobsen) With its commitment to quality and Japanese ingenuity, -196 is a vodka seltzer that brings whole-fruit flavor experience to the ready-to-drink spirits category.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98215 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98215-196-brings-japanese-craftsmanship-to-us-market Skrewball Whiskey 100-ml cans return Skrewball Whiskey rolled out its fan-favorite 100-ml cans, now with a refreshed look.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98200 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98200-skrewball-whiskey-100-ml-cans-return Crown Royal Marquis Crown Royal announced the launch of Crown Royal Marquis, officially rolling out nationwide.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98195 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98195-crown-royal-marquis Brown-Forman, Pabst Brewing to conclude flavored malt beverage partnership Brown-Forman Corp., Louisville, Ky., and Pabst Brewing Co. announced a mutual agreement to conclude their partnership related to flavored malt beverages (FMBs) within the United States.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98205 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98205-brown-forman-pabst-brewing-to-conclude-flavored-malt-beverage-partnership The Finnish Long Drink Raspberry The Finnish Long Drink announced it’s adding a bold new flavor to its lineup: Long Drink Raspberry.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98183 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98183-the-finnish-long-drink-raspberry Bardstown Bourbon updates core portfolio design Bardstown Bourbon Co. will reveal a comprehensive packaging transformation across its core portfolio this year.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98125 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98125-bardstown-bourbon-updates-core-portfolio-design Cutwater Chocolate Espresso Martini Cutwater Spirits, a brand of Anheuser-Busch, introduced the latest addition to its martini lineup: Chocolate Espresso Martini.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98172 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98172-cutwater-chocolate-espresso-martini Rémy Martin releases new V.S.O.P This Is My City Limited-Edition bottles Rémy Martin announced the release of two new V.S.O.P This Is My City Limited-Edition bottles celebrating Miami and Los Angeles, highlighting the distinct cultural influence and creative spirit of each city. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98167 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98167-remy-martin-releases-new-vsop-this-is-my-city-limited-edition-bottles GREY GOOSE Berry Rouge GREY GOOSE vodka introduced its newest flavored offering: GREY GOOSE Berry Rouge. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98160 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98160-grey-goose-berry-rouge Crimson Wine Group acquires Raeburn wine brand Crimson Wine Group Ltd., and Purple Brands announced that Crimson Wine Group has acquired the critically acclaimed Raeburn wine brand from Purple Brands.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98165 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98165-crimson-wine-group-acquires-raeburn-wine-brand Malibu Pink Malibu announced the release of Malibu Pink, a bold new flavor innovation bursting with the fruity flavor of guava, pineapple, and coconut and a playful pink color, it says.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98158 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98158-malibu-pink Owl’s Brew Spiked Pop Owl’s Brew, the award-winning, ready-to-drink brand, announced the launch of Spiked Pop, a bold new take on hard soda. 

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98156 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98156-owls-brew-spiked-pop Spirits market maintains share lead, DISCUS reports The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) reported during its annual economic briefing that U.S. spirits maintained its market share lead in 2025.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98155 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:45:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98155-spirits-market-maintains-share-lead-discus-reports Whispering Angel marks 20th vintage with anniversary label Whispering Angel celebrates its 20th vintage with an anniversary label that features Sacha Lichine’s signature alongside the iconic Whispering Angel brand mark.

]]> http://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98151 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/98151-whispering-angel-marks-20th-vintage-with-anniversary-label