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Survey Says: Beer Distributors Believe Bud Light Has Suffered Permanent Damage

Survey Says: Beer Distributors Believe Bud Light Has Suffered Permanent Damage

A pair of beer distributor surveys found that many in the middle tier believe that the conservative led boycott of Anheuser-Busch’s Bud Light brand may be permanent. Financial services firm Jefferies’ survey found that a majority (65%) of distributors surveyed expect the Bud Light downturn to last at least another six months, while 32% believe it could be permanent. A separate distributor survey by Goldman Sachs analyst Bonnie Herzog found that most respondents are “pessimistic about the potential for a full recovery” of Bud Light’s “brand equity and market share.”

Diageo CEO Sir Ivan Menezes Has Died

Diageo CEO Sir Ivan Menezes Has Died

Sir Ivan Menezes, who has guided bev-alc giant Diageo as CEO for nearly a decade, has died “following a brief illness,” the company announced today.

Two Robbers and Grillo’s Pickles Collaborate on Pickle Hard Seltzer

Today, Grillo’s Pickles is excited to announce a limited-time exclusive edition: Pickle Hard Seltzer. Partnering with Philadelphia hard seltzer brand Two Robbers, Grillo’s Pickle Hard Seltzer combines the world’s best pickles with the world’s best hard seltzer for a refreshing and unique summer blend.

Kove, Ready-to-Drink Craft Cocktails, Debuts New Look and Fresh Flavors

Kove, a craft-brewed beverage company, today announced the debut of its new fresh look and the addition of three brilliant flavors to its existing line of canned cocktails. Featuring vivid, attention-grabbing branding and sleek can design, Kove’s latest cocktail-inspired flavors offer a ready-to-drink (RTD) option that is plant-based, gluten-free and low-ABV (5%).

Jiant Releases New High ABV Hard Teas

Fresh off the heels of being recognized in VinePair 50- VinePair’s annual list of talented individuals catching attention across the drinks space- modern alcohol brand Jiant continues to cement its reputation as an impenetrable force in the RTD sector, announcing four brand new 7% ABV Hard Teas: Peach Iced Tea, Kiwi Strawberry, Mixed Berry, and Half & Half, available in a variety 12 pack.