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Anderson Valley Brewing Company Announces Louisiana Distributor Partnership with International Wine & Spirits, Inc., Louisiana

Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC) today announced its new distribution partnership with International Wine & Spirits, Inc., Louisiana (IWSLA). As one of the state’s largest, fastest growing beer, wine, food, and liquor distributors, AVBC’s new representation through IWSLA will focus on expanding the brewery’s presence throughout Louisiana. 

Diageo, Diddy Officially Sever Ties

Diageo, Diddy Officially Sever Ties

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ signature album may be “No Way Out,” but Diageo apparently didn’t get the message.

NIQ: Beer Dollars +0.7%, Volume -4.1% Through Mid-June

NIQ: Beer Dollars +0.7%, Volume -4.1% Through Mid-June

Off-premise beer category dollar sales are up +0.7%, while volume sales have declined -4.1% for the four-week period ending June 17, according to market research firm NIQ. Also, the off-premise declines of Bud Light accelerated compared to previous weeks.

Indeed Brewing Company Releases Brightside Sea Salt and Lemon Lager

Indeed Brewing Company is excited to announce the release of Brightside Sea Salt and Lemon Lager (5.2% ABV). A squeeze of lemon and wisp of sea salt puts a surprising twist on this crispy lager, expertly balancing tart notes of lemon within a subtly sweet honey lager.

Melograno Cocktails Expands Availability to Entire Southern California Region

Melograno Cocktails, the market’s newest luxury beverage brand with a modern take on classic cocktails, announces its official launch in Southern California. The award-winning, organic blue agave wine cocktails continues to expand in its hometown of San Diego and is now available in popular establishments throughout Los Angeles, Orange County and Inland Empire.

Michael Waltrip Brewing Joins Bevana Partners

Michael Waltrip Brewing Company, the beer and lifestyle brand founded by two-time Daytona 500 Champion Michael Waltrip, has formed a partnership with award-winning beverage platform Bevana Partners. 

Conspirator Beverage’s Co-Packing Facility Is Growing

As the company continues to grow and add capabilities to its facility, Barrett Beverage has changed its name to Conspirator Beverage. Originally named after co-owner Brice Barrett, the company has decided that its current name encompasses more, as does its facility.