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The Singer Oceanfront Resort to Debut This Spring After Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation, Conversion to Curio Collection by Hilton

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

SINGER ISLAND, Fla., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A reimagined beach escape, The Singer Oceanfront Resort – located on a pristine, four-mile stretch of Singer Island, Florida's hidden gem between Palm Beach and Jupiter and the eastern-most point in the state – will debut this spring following a transformative, multi-million-dollar renovation and rebrand. Just steps away from turquoise blue ocean on one side and the calm waters of the Intracoastal on the other, The Singer offers an unmatched retreat on the Atlantic Coast with easy access via Palm Beach International Airport just 12 miles away. With its grand opening, The Singer transitions to Curio Collection by Hilton, operated by Davidson Resorts.

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  • With its grand opening, The Singer transitions to Curio Collection by Hilton , operated by Davidson Resorts .
  • The collection provides authentic, curated experiences through distinctly local and elevated amenities, while offering the benefits of Hilton and its award-winning guest loyalty program, Hilton Honors.
  • For more information about The Singer Oceanfront Resort or to book a reservation, please visit https://www.thesingerresort.com and follow along on Instagram at @hiltonsingerisland .
  • Select imagery and renderings for the resort can be viewed and downloaded here (credit: The Singer Oceanfront Resort).

Introducing the Next Chapter of the Keurig® K-Cup® Pod System Product Portfolio

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) today announced a roadmap of innovation rooted in meeting the evolving needs of coffee-lovers and delivering against key product attributes including variety, quality, value and sustainability (see also: "Keurig® Reimagines Single Serve Coffee with the Unveil of its Next-Generation Coffee and Brewer Innovation"). The Company's near-term vision includes the following Keurig® brewer and K-Cup® pod offerings:

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  • The brewer will also provide the option to brew the same high-quality cup of hot coffee for which Keurig is recognized.
  • Coffeeshop-style K-Cup pods: In support of the demand for more coffeeshop-inspired choices from the 45 million homes across the U.S. and Canada with a Keurig brewer, the Company is continuing to innovate within its K-Cup pod portfolio.
  • KDP is actively working with communities and recyclers to help increase acceptance of K-Cup pods where they also accept polypropylene.
  • As consumers prioritize more personalized, sustainable and accessible coffee experiences, Keurig is proud to introduce the K-Cup pod system innovation plan – designed for any countertop, drink preference and budget."

Arryved Announces Acquisition of SimpleCircle; Expanding Brewery Management Capabilities

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

BOULDER, Colo., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arryved, the craft beverage industry's most trusted technology provider, announced today the acquisition of SimpleCircle, a San Francisco-based start-up offering ERP software to craft brewers. As a result of this acquisition, Arryved is pleased to offer a complete brewery management solution that optimizes brewery inventory, production, sales and distribution processes to reduce the time, cost and manual hassles related to managing operations.

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  • As a result of this acquisition, Arryved is pleased to offer a complete brewery management solution that optimizes brewery inventory, production, sales and distribution processes to reduce the time, cost and manual hassles related to managing operations.
  • "We are thrilled to offer an expanded product portfolio which now includes brewery management and helps craft establishments run strong, prosperous businesses," said Loren Bendele, CEO of Arryved.
  • "The SimpleCircle team's expertise in brewery operations and robust technical platform are critical components in our efforts to unify taproom and brewery operations and data.
  • Leveraging the SimpleCircle platform, Arryved Brewery Management empowers breweries to leave behind spreadsheets and error-prone manual processes in favor of a complete set of tools to centralize and automate key brewery operations in one, easy-to-use platform.

Regulators and Lawmakers Across the Country Sound the Alarm on DTC Spirits Shipping

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America finds that across the country, lawmakers and regulators are sounding the alarm about the dangers of direct-to-consumer (DTC) alcohol shipping. Since the advent of DTC wine shipping over a decade ago, states have lost millions in tax revenue, underage consumers have gained greater access to alcoholic products, and the risk of adulterated products entering the marketplace has skyrocketed – and lawmakers are taking both notice and action.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America finds that across the country, lawmakers and regulators are sounding the alarm about the dangers of direct-to-consumer (DTC) alcohol shipping.
  • Oklahoma is one of eighteen states whereby common carriers (i.e., FedEx, UPS) are required to report each online alcohol order shipped directly to a consumer to state regulators.
  • These common carrier reports grant regulators the ability to differentiate between legal and illegal shipments by identifying the originating shipper.
  • Most recently, the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery (DLL) conducted a DTC Shipping Pilot Compliance Program , ultimately releasing a groundbreaking compliance report that shed light on significant hazards and regulatory shortcomings within DTC alcohol shipping channels.

Kit NA Brewing Expands Footprint: Secures Wegmans and Grows East Coast Presence

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

This exciting development includes three new chain authorizations and two chain expansions, marking a significant milestone for the brand, with new distribution down much of the East Coast.

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  • This exciting development includes three new chain authorizations and two chain expansions, marking a significant milestone for the brand, with new distribution down much of the East Coast.
  • Kit NA Brewing has secured authorization at several prominent retail chains in the East region.
  • Beginning in early 2024, Kit NA Brewing products hit the shelves at Wegmans, Big Y, and Price Chopper outlets for the first time.
  • Furthermore, Kit is enhancing and expanding its current assortment and distribution within Whole Foods and Total Wine, further solidifying its foothold in the market.

Canada, "You Up?" Introducing SVNS Hard 7UP: a New-to-World Innovation with the Refreshing Taste of 7UP

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

This Canadian innovation combines alcohol with the refreshing taste of 7UP – with 0g of sugar and a 7% ABV per can (355 ml) – and is the latest collaboration between two iconic companies.

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  • This Canadian innovation combines alcohol with the refreshing taste of 7UP – with 0g of sugar and a 7% ABV per can (355 ml) – and is the latest collaboration between two iconic companies.
  • SVNS Hard 7UP is leveraging an untapped space in the Canadian market by bringing together the taste of the number one lemon-lime flavour in the country3 with alcohol, for a new brand introduction to the soda and seltzer category.
  • SVNS Hard 7UP is exclusively available in Canada in 355ml single-serve cans, and 6 or 12 packs in two flavours: Original (available nationally), and Lemonade (in select markets).
  • For more information about SVNS Hard 7UP, be sure to follow along on social at @SVNSHARD7UP .

COORS LIGHT® CHILLS OUT COLLEGE BASKETBALL FANS WITH ADVENT-INSPIRED COUNTDOWN TO CHILL CALENDAR

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Monday, March 11, 2024

CHICAGO, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This March, Coors Light is encouraging fans to choose chill throughout college basketball's biggest unofficial holiday – a heart-pumping, multi-week tournament. A rollercoaster of emotions where their favorite team either advances or busts their bracket.

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  • So to bring an unexpected twist to college basketball's most exciting "holiday season," Coors Light is launching a "Countdown to Chill Calendar," a 21-day advent-inspired calendar with gifts to keep you chill when your bracket inevitably busts, and to prevent your bracket from breaking you.
  • For each day of the tournament, the Countdown to Chill calendar reveals a chill-filled prize for the college basketball fan, including:
    Chill Tea: Tournament emotions are hot.
  • "Coors Light doesn't want a busted bracket to break you, so we're bringing chill through our countdown to chill calendar, inspiring fans to Choose Chill throughout the tournament."
  • In addition to the advent-inspired calendar, Coors Light is offering other chill giveaways to keep college basketball fans cheering, including a consumer sweeps that turns busted brackets into chill prizes, like ESPN+ subscriptions and Coors Light swag, and even custom, limited-edition Coors Light sneakers.

Hundreds Lace Up to Conquer 50 Miles, Change Lives with Cancer Kickers Soccer Club

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Big Buffalo Ultra Marathon Draws Near Record Crowd Annually, Raises Funds for Kids' Cancer Care Packages

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  • Memphis, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - March 11, 2024) - The Big Buffalo 50 Ultra Marathon , presented by the Cancer Kickers Soccer Club, is returning to Shelby Farms Park on Saturday, March 23rd, for its 7th year.
  • The Big Buffalo 50 has become a bucket list race for ultra runners thanks to its festive atmosphere and flat yet stunning course that winds through woodlands, lakes and wide open green spaces.
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    The Big Buffalo 50 is the largest annual fundraiser for the Cancer Kickers Soccer Club , a nonprofit that provides comfort kits and a caring community to children battling cancer around the world.
  • "We are overwhelmed by the runners who sign up to support our mission," said Cancer Kickers Soccer Club Director of Development, Emily Patterson.

Industry Orgs Applaud Bill to Boost Bars, Restaurants and Venues with Draft Systems

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Monday, March 11, 2024

The CHEERS Act would provide a tax deduction for bars, restaurants and entertainment venues with draft beer systems to help revitalize hospitality establishments still struggling years after the pandemic.

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  • The CHEERS Act would provide a tax deduction for bars, restaurants and entertainment venues with draft beer systems to help revitalize hospitality establishments still struggling years after the pandemic.
  • This bipartisan bill will support these local establishments by incentivizing the expansion of tap lines and keg equipment on commercial premises.
  • “The CHEERS Act would boost not only our smaller bars, clubs and entertainment venues but also many of our casinos, hotels and arenas.
  • And we will reduce waste created by using smaller, disposable containers at many restaurants, bars and other venues.

RESTAURANTS CANADA APPLAUDS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT FOR CAPPING THE ALCOHOL EXCISE TAX AT 2%; A MAJOR WIN FOR RESTAURANT INDUSTRY AND CONSUMERS.

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

Toronto, March 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Restaurants Canada is expressing gratitude to the Federal government for maintaining the alcohol excise tax at 2%.

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  • Toronto, March 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Restaurants Canada is expressing gratitude to the Federal government for maintaining the alcohol excise tax at 2%.
  • “The cap on the alcohol tax gives operators a chance to catch their breath.
  • For the past four years, restaurants have been delt one blow after another,” said Kelly Higginson, President and CEO of Restaurants Canada.
  • This change came about through collaborative advocacy efforts between Restaurants Canada and a coalition of brewers, unions, consumers, farmers, and retailers.