The Daily Pour Acquires Whiskey Riot Festival

The Daily Pour has announced the acquisition of Whiskey Riot, one of the most recognized whiskey festival brands across the United States. The deal marks the company’s third acquisition in 24 months, following the recent addition of The WhiskyX festivals, and underscores an active strategy to unite the fragmented premium spirits and non-alc events space….

AJ Bond Distillery Unveils Flagship Tennessee Whiskey

AJ Bond Distillery is proud to announce the debut of its flagship brand, AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey, marking Sazerac’s first entry into the Tennessee Whiskey category. Crafted by Master Distillers Allisa Henley and the late John Lunn, the inaugural release reflects a shared vision to evolve Tennessee whiskey higher through a balance of tradition and innovation….

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, House of Suntory Launch TOTC Kaizen Challenge

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation’s Kaizen Challenge presented by The House of Suntory Dojo, an immersive bartender development program rooted in Japanese culture and craftsmanship. Designed in partnership with Julia Momose and Hidetsugu Ueno around the Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, or “Kaizen,” the…

Catoctin Creek Distilling Announces Tasting Room Refresh, Grand Re-Opening

Catoctin Creek Distilling Company of Purcellville, Virginia, this month announced a comprehensive refresh of its tasting room experience, featuring extended hours, an expanded cocktail and mocktail program, enhanced guest hospitality, and a Grand Re-Opening celebration scheduled for July 1st. Designed to transform the tasting room from a traditional sampling counter into a welcoming cocktail destination,…

Bar Convent Brooklyn Returns June 9 and 10

Bar Convent Brooklyn (BCB Brooklyn) returns to Industry City on June 9 and 10, 2026, bringing together the global bar and beverage community for two days of education, product discovery and industry connection, shaped by the pace, proximity and energy of New York. Now in its eighth year, the event continues to evolve alongside the…