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Diageo to Trade Cîroc North America for Lobos 1707 in Strategic Joint Venture With Main Street Advisors

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The partnership was terminated in June 2023 following a high-profile lawsuit alleging Diageos failure to promote Croc vodka and DeLen tequila, another joint venture between the rapper and the conglomerate. The two settled the lawsuit out of court in January 2024 and Combs was removed from any further involvement in both brands.

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Holiday Highlight: National Espresso Martini Day!

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The Evolution of the Espresso Martini with El Cristiano Tequila In Celebration of the special holiday, please see the El Cristiano XR Espresso Martini featured – “the world’s most delicious tequila” in what can often be called “the world’s most delicious martini.” Tequila Espresso Martini XR Ingredients 2 oz.

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Espolon Launches Marigold Tequila

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Espolon Tequila has introduced Flor de Oro, a limited-edition reposado tequila infused with natural extract from the marigold flower. Drawing from the marigold petals and aromas of his favorite foods, we created an infused Reposado tequila that honors Cirilo and thanks him for his years of dedication to tequila-making.”

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BevX 2024: Hilton For The Win

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The 135 spirit brands carried across all major categories include specialty categories such as amaro and mezcal and subcategories like rosa tequila, cristalino, Japanese whiskeys, craft spirits and multiple age designations and styles within same brand families to educate the guest.

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40 Under 40 Spotlight: Ashleigh McFadden

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Her advocacy for underrepresented wineries, particularly women winemakers, promotes diversity in the wine industry. The Beverage Information Group 40 Under 40 is sponsored by Inspiro Tequila , IV20 Terp Vodka , Heaven Hill Brands and Tequila Herradura.

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Bacardi Appoints Jeff Branson as SVP & Managing Director of Commercial for North America

Chilled Magazine

With more than 20 years of beverage industry experience, Jeff takes on the promotion following a successful run leading the company’s business in Canada where he served as Vice President and General Manager. Jeff reports to Tony Latham, Regional President of Bacardi North America, and is based in Coral Gables, Florida.

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We Asked 13 Bartenders: What’s the Best Tequila Under $50?

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The primary reason to pick up any bottle of tequila is taste. Fortunately, the ongoing tequila boom has produced delicious, high-quality expressions that won’t leave you busted. To scope out the best of the bunch, we asked 13 bartenders their choices for the affordable tequilas they always reach for.

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