Republic National Distributing Co. is closing its California business. The announcement follows a challenging period in the Golden State for the nation’s second largest wholesaler of spirits and wine.

In a note to staff yesterday, RNDC CEO Bob Hendrickson provided more context around the second-ranked national distributor’s decision to exit the California market. “This decision was driven by rising ...

•Tennessee has announced new restrictions on hemp-derived THC products, set to take effect in 2026. The new legislation, signed by governor Bill Lee, will ban THCA and synthetic cannabinoids in the ...

The Texas legislature has sent a bill to Governor Greg Abbott that would ban the burgeoning hemp THC category in one of its biggest markets. Under the bill, products containing THC and THCa would be ...

In case you missed yesterday’s news alert, Brown-Forman has named new distributors in 13 states, including adding new markets with Johnson Brothers, Southern Glazer’s, and Reyes among others. While ...

Cannabis rescheduling in the U.S. remains stalled, with President Trump and his pick to lead the DEA showing no signs of prioritizing this issue. The slowdown of the effort, which began under ...

In case you missed yesterday’s news alert, The Wine Group has closed its previously announced acquisition of a number of wine brands and facilities from Constellation Brands for an undisclosed sum.

Foley Family Wines & Spirits is entering the fast-growing RTD space via a new partnership with the Sabe brand. Under the deal, Foley will handle Sabe’s canned cocktail range, which includes 13%-14% ...

M. Shanken Communications, Inc. has announced the program for the 49th Annual Impact Marketing Seminar, set to take place at New York City’s Pierre Hotel on October 9. Continue reading → ...

•Bardstown Bourbon Company co-founder David Mandell has been tapped by Stoli Group to oversee construction and development of the 400-acre Kentucky Owl Distillery and Park in Bardstown, Kentucky.