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High Noon Maker E. & J. Gallo to Build $423 Million Production Facility in South Carolina

High Noon Maker E. & J. Gallo to Build $423 Million Production Facility in South Carolina

Wine and spirits giant E. & J. Gallo, which makes popular ready-to-drink vodka soda cocktail High Noon Sun Sips, has announced it is building a new production and distribution facility in Chester County, South Carolina. The $423 million facility is expected to generate 496 jobs over the next eight years, according to a press release.

Yuengling Refreshes Light Lager 99 Recipe

D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery®, announced the refresh of Yuengling Light Lager 99, with a new and improved recipe for their light amber lager. 

Stowe Cider Releases Rosé

Stowe Cider is excited to bring back the highly requested Hit Single, Rosé, as a 16 ounce can, sold in 4 packs for $16.

SunDaze to Launch in SoCal with a Goal of Taking Citrus Cocktail Occasions Beyond Brunch

SunDaze to Launch in SoCal with a Goal of Taking Citrus Cocktail Occasions Beyond Brunch

With a trippy Southern California vibe and inspiration from mimosas, the SunDaze line of citrus ready-to-drink canned cocktails is aiming to unchain the juice occasion from brunch. SunDaze — which checks in at 6% ABV and comes in three flavors: Original Citrus, Botanical Citrus and Spicy Citrus — was founded by long-time CPG marketing consultant Arthur Gallego, who is serving as CEO, and Juan Diego Cordón Toledano, who is heading innovation.

Oskar Blues Releases Death By Flapjacks English Porter

Oskar Blues Brewery announces the debut of Death By Flapjacks English Porter (6.5% ABV), the second entry of 2021 in their series of over-the-top Death By beers inspired by cult classic Death By Coconut Irish Porter.

Ohza Closes $4 Million Round Led by CircleUp

Ohza Closes $4 Million Round Led by CircleUp

Ready-to-drink canned cocktail maker Ohza has closed a $4 million funding round led by CircleUp Growth Partners. The financing is expected to help the brand scale nationwide as it partners with distributors such as Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and Breakthru Beverage group.

Fretboard Brewing to Launch Distribution in Kentucky

After three and a half years of operation, Fretboard Brewing Company is set to cross state lines for the first time with distribution of their award-winning beers in Kentucky.

Constellation Brands and Modelo Partner to Contribute $500,000 to UnidosUS

Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B), a leading beverage alcohol company, in partnership with Modelo, the beer brewed for those with The Fighting Spirit™, announced a collective $500,000 contribution to UnidosUS, the nation’s largest Latino civil rights and advocacy organization.