News Alert: Diageo Names Company Veteran John O’Keeffe To Lead North America Region

Diageo has appointed company veteran John O’Keeffe to lead its North America region as CEO, replacing Sally Grimes, who has departed the company. Continue reading →

Exclusive: Imports Lead The Way Among Impact’s Wine “Hot Brands”

Amid difficult conditions in the wine market, Impact’s annual “Hot Brands” wine roster saw nine labels fall from the list compared with last year, but there remain a dozen standout brands showing the way forward as the category looks to return to growth. Continue reading →

Easier Comps May Lift Wine And Spirits Looking Ahead: WSWA

The drinks industry faces relatively favorable year-over-year comps in the coming months, presenting an opportunity for improved growth trends, according to the WSWA’s SipSource data tracker. Continue reading →

News Briefs for March 31, 2026

• Foley Family Wines & Spirits (FFWS) is launching Gambit No. 6, a 6-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon featuring six different barrel finishes, including Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Apple Brandy, Muscatel, Oloroso Sherry, and Tokaji. Continue reading →

Exclusive: Lee Einsidler, Casamigos Colleagues Launch Spirits-Based RTD Por Qué No

Industry veteran Lee Einsidler, formerly CEO of Sidney Frank Importing Co. and Casamigos Spirits Co., has partnered with Casamigos colleagues to debut Por Qué No, a new Tequila and vodka-based RTD. Continue reading →

Constellation Acquires Non-Alc Hopwtr Brand

Constellation has acquired the non-alcoholic Hopwter label for an undisclosed sum, five years after taking a stake in the brand through its Constellation Ventures arm. Continue reading →