Does Blue Run and Molson Coors Deal Signal More Spirits M&A?

Does Blue Run and Molson Coors Deal Signal More Spirits M&A?

Molson Coors made headlines this week when it announced that it agreed to purchase Kentucky-based distillery Blue Run Spirits, marking the beer giant’s first spirits acquisition and the formal launch of its Coors Spirits Co. business.

3 Up, 3 Down: Non-Alc Gets Crowded, FMBs Reshape RTDs, Craft Distribution Declines & More

3 Up, 3 Down: Non-Alc Gets Crowded, FMBs Reshape RTDs, Craft Distribution Declines & More

In this latest installment of 3 Up, 3 Down, 3 Tier product team consultant Stephanie Roatis shares a trio of insights on industry growth and three underperforming areas through the halfway point of 2023. Roatis examines the growing number of non-alcoholic beer products, FMBs growing share of ready-to-drink (RTD) offerings, and the surge in imperial ciders. She also offers analysis of craft’s declining shelf presence, liquor channel struggles and more.

Brewbound Live Winter 2023: Discounted Room Block Open in Marina del Rey

Brewbound Live Winter 2023: Discounted Room Block Open in Marina del Rey

It’s time to book your room for Brewbound Live! Our two-day event for beer and beverage-alcohol professionals heads to Marina del Rey, California, on December 6 + 7. Register now to stay just steps from the action and save on your stay at the Marina Del Rey Marriott Hotel.

Molson Coors Set to Acquire Blue Run in First Spirits Acquisition

Molson Coors Set to Acquire Blue Run in First Spirits Acquisition

Molson Coors has agreed to purchase Kentucky-based distillery Blue Run Spirits, marking the beer giant’s first spirits acquisition and the formal launch of its Coors Spirits Co. business. The amount was not disclosed.

NIQ: RTDs Reach $10B, Spirits and FMBs Drive Growth

NIQ: RTDs Reach $10B, Spirits and FMBs Drive Growth

Ready-to-drink and serve products have surpassed $10 billion dollar sales in off-premise channels in the latest 52 weeks ending July 8, representing a 7% increase compared to the previous period, according to an NIQ report released on Wednesday.