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The VinePair Podcast: Is Brown-Forman for Sale? To Whom?
TL;DR Brown-Forman, owner of Jack Daniel's and Woodford Reserve, is in serious acquisition talks with Pernod Ricard and Sazerac. A sale
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Pernod downplays US slowdown amid Brown-Forman talks
TL;DR Pernod Ricard's CFO attributes US spirits volume declines to consumer affordability, not a structural shift. The company is in active talks to acquire Brown-Forman,
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HISTORIC DAY: Heaven Hill Fills First Barrel at New $200m Distillery in Bardstown
TL;DR Heaven Hill Brands has filled the first barrel at its new $200 million Heaven Hill Springs Distillery in Bardstown. This major expansion
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Every Whiskey Made by Heaven Hill Distillery: The Complete Guide
TL;DR Heaven Hill Distillery is the largest family-owned US spirits producer. Its vast portfolio spans value bourbons like Evan Williams to premium allocated
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Kentucky distiller charged with criminal loan deception
TL;DR Darron Dillow, co-owner of Limestone Farms Distillery in Kentucky, was indicted for felony theft by deception. He allegedly used a neighbor'
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Diageo World Class moves global final from Dubai to Scotland
TL;DR Diageo is moving the 2026 global final of its World Class bartending competition from Dubai to Scotland. This strategic shift aims to
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English Whisky Week returns
TL;DR English Whisky Week returns for its second year, featuring events and releases from distilleries nationwide. The event aims to raise the category&