The Heartbeat - January 17th, 2024
In the latest Voices of Distilling episode, host Ronnell Richards delves into the remarkable journey of Curtis Basina, the trailblazing founder of Copper Crow Distillery, the first Native American distiller on tribal land in the U.S. Discover the unique challenges and innovative approaches Curtis embraced while establishing Copper Crow.
Curtis shares how his rich cultural heritage intricately shapes the distilling methods and flavors of Copper Crow's products, offering a taste that's as authentic as its roots. Join us as we explore the exclusive highlights of Copper Crow's product line.
Compass Box Duality Combines Craft and Legacy Whiskies
Compass Box is renowned for sourcing casks from some of the oldest distilleries in the world. Now, they're looking beyond the familiar. Compass Box Duality blends heritage Scotch whisky with whisky from London-based startup Bimber Distillery in a groundbreaking partnership that signifies new opportunities for craft distilleries. Get all the details in Stuart Ramsay's latest story for Distiller.
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What’s at Stake with DTC
Direct-to-consumer sales represent huge opportunities for craft distillers — and challenges. Scott Thomas Anderson's timely Distiller article delves into craft producers' experiences navigating the evolving landscape of distribution and marketing. Learn more about how DTC is shaping craft distillers' business models — and how it might impact yours — particularly in the face of increasing distributor consolidation.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
High Noon, a vodka-based RTD brand by E&J Gallo, topped US spirits sales in 2022 and 2023, thriving due to its versatility, appeal to beer and seltzer consumers, and successful expansion into the Tequila-based RTD market amidst shifting consumer trends.
Onson Distillery in Thailand's Sakon Nakhon defies the austere image of a traditional Thai distillery, producing a unique, floral spirit from caramelized coconut flower sap under strict government restrictions, symbolizing a growing craft distilling movement that's challenging industry monopolies and changing perceptions of local spirits, while aspiring to transform local products into globally recognized spirits.
Union's data from US bars and restaurants predicts 2024 trends: agave-based spirits like Tequila and mezcal challenging vodka's dominance, popularity of Margarita and Espresso Martini, growth in vodka-based RTDs and non-alcoholic 'spirits', a trend towards premium drinks despite inflation, and a rise in imported beer sales, especially from Mexico and Ireland.
MB Roland Distillery, enriched by local heritage and co-owned by Merry Beth and Paul Tomaszewski, adds a visual landmark to its Christian County locale with a grand mural, symbolizing the distillery's growing presence and commitment to community engagement, alongside their continued dedication to locally sourced production and spirited growth.
New Release Roundup
Inverroche Gins - ?founded by Lorna Scott, Inverroche Gin is a South African gin line that employs local women at its distillery. ?All three gins showcase native South African fynbos, imparting an almost chamomile-esque floralness.
Indri Dru Single Malt Indian Whisky - named after Indian mythology’s “Dru” vessel used to offer the divine drink “soma” to the gods, ?it’s got body and restrained vanillans from the oak, but recalls a beautifully balanced Scotch as it unfolds with spice, dried fruits, chocolate and whispers of honey.