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Smirnoff Lemonades to Splash Down at the First-Ever Billboard MusicCon, Quenching the Thirst for Fun We've All Been Craving

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

NEW YORK, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- These days, fun is in high demand and short supply - not anymore. Smirnoff is taking over the first-ever Billboard MusicCon, elevating fun to new heights. As the presenting partner of the inaugural weekend in Las Vegas May 13-14, Smirnoff will introduce its NEW Smirnoff Lemonade Collection, including the new Smirnoff ICE and Smirnoff Seltzer Neon Lemonade variety packs and new Smirnoff Peach Lemonade flavored spirit. Billboard MusicCon goers (21+) are invited to "Squeeze the Day" with a vibrant lemonade wonderland experience, with delicious fun around every corner.

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  • Billboard MusicCon goers (21+) are invited to "Squeeze the Day" with a vibrant lemonade wonderland experience, with delicious fun around every corner.
  • "Smirnoff is redefining fun with our new Neon Lemonades Variety Packs for people who refuse to settle for good, and demand great better yet, BOLD," said Lisa Lee, Smirnoff FMB Director.
  • "Fun these days is in high demand and life is most fun when you make things happen rather than let life happen to you.
  • That's exactly what Smirnoff Lemonades will continue to do for the people, it's the neon way to lemonade."

Proudly Sweet, Shamelessly Spicy! Smirnoff Is Throwing An Unexpected, Spicy-Sweet Celebration For The Entire Nation

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

NEW YORK, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sure, tacos and margaritas are good, but why limit yourself to the same thing every year? Well this year, the people don't have to. Because this Cinco de Mayo, Smirnoff is giving all the people something unexpectedly spicy and sweet. They're asking Cinco de Mayo celebrators everywhere to branch outside of the traditional taco and margarita combinations and give their tastebuds something new, something with a spicy-sweet twist. Like flavor-packed foods that pair perfectly with the full boutique of Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind products!

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  • Like flavor-packed foods that pair perfectly with the full boutique of Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind products!
  • Inspired by the flavors found in the Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind portfolio, both chefs created two recipes that offer a delicious fusion of spicy and sweet.
  • Available in a flavored spirit as well as the premium malt beverages Smirnoff Ice and Seltzer form, Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind is available nationwide.
  • 21 Vodka and Smirnoff Ice, a line of flavors in North America and ready-to-serve flavored malt beverages including Smirnoff Seltzer and Smirnoff Ice Smash.

Ready-To-Freeze Cocktail Brand SLIQ Spirited Ice Unveils New Premium Whiskey Pops Just in Time for Summer

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

CHICAGO, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SLIQ Spirited Ice, a premium frozen cocktail pop launched by 21 Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of the world's leading freezer pop manufacturer, The Jel Sert Company, announced today the launch of its newest variety pack offering, Whiskey, as well as the launch of its new e-commerce website, which brings the brand's products to audiences in 25 states nationwide. Designed to be enjoyed alongside friends and family to enhance life's special moments, this unique twist on a whiskey cocktail offers a refreshing way for anyone to cool off in the warm weather. Consumers can enjoy the Whiskey frozen cocktails year round and can shop on SLIQ's new website beginning today.

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  • Consumers can enjoy the Whiskey frozen cocktails year round and can shop on SLIQ's new website beginning today.
  • "When we launched with Rum, Agave, and Vodka packs in 2021, we always knew Whiskey would be our first new addition to the product lineup," said Gavin Wegner, Senior Brand Manager for SLIQ Spirited Ice.
  • SLIQ Spirited Ice is the fastest-growing premium frozen cocktail brand that delivers unmatched variety, taste, and innovation to inspire good times only.
  • Packaged in a portion-controlled & conveniently portable tube that is recyclable through TerraCycle, SLIQ Spirited Ice only incorporates ingredients that are gluten-free, vegan and kosher.

Six Reasons to Get Excited about Ben Holladay Bourbon

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

WESTON, Mo., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Missouri's oldest distillery underwent a $10 million renovation in 2015 and began distilling bourbon on-site again for the first time in three decades. The release of Ben Holladay Missouri Straight Bourbon Whiskey from the Holladay Distillery is now exactly one month away.

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  • The release of Ben Holladay Missouri Straight Bourbon Whiskey from the Holladay Distillery is now exactly one month away.
  • Ben Holladay Bourbon is Bottled-in-Bond , a designation that signals the highest level of authenticity and adherence to rigorous distilling standards.
  • Ben Holladay Bourbon meets both the federal requirements for bourbon and the additional Missouri state requirements to be classified as Real Missouri Bourbon .
  • Ben Holladay Missouri Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a six-year-old, Bottled-in-Bond, handcrafted small batch bourbon, will launch in May 2022.

Stoli® Group to Release Limited-Edition Bottle in Support of the Ukrainian People

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Stoli® Group announced the release of a limited-edition bottle of Stoli® Vodka to benefit Ukraine. Proceeds from the bottle will be donated to World Central Kitchen (WCK), a non-profit organization founded by Chef José Andrés that provides fresh, nutritious meals to refugees fleeing Ukraine and those who are staying in cities impacted by the war.           

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  • NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Stoli Group announced the release of a limited-edition bottle of Stoli Vodka to benefit Ukraine.
  • "As Ukrainians continue to suffer unimaginable losses, we are doing our small part to show unequivocal support," said Damian McKinney, Global CEO, Stoli Group.
  • "This Stoli Vodka bottle will not only provide financial resources to Ukraine but is also a symbol of solidarity."
  • Mainly known for the Stoli Vodka brand, Stoli Grouphas expanded to appeal to luxury on-premise and more sophisticated global consumers.

STOLI® WINS TEN AWARDS AT SAN FRANCISCO 2022 SPIRITS COMPETITION

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stoli® Group today announced that Stoli® won ten awards in the 2022 San Francisco Spirits Competition, including a Double Gold Award for Stoli® Premium and a Gold Award for Stoli® Vanil™. Additionally, Stoli pioneering flavors Stoli® Gold Vodka, Stoli® Cucumber Vodka, Stoli® Razberi™ Vodka, Stoli® Blueberi™ Vodka, Stoli® Ohranj™ Vodka, Stoli® Citros Vodka, and Stoli® Salted Karamel Vodka all took home Silver Awards, while Stoli® Lime Vodka was awarded a Bronze Award. 

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  • NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stoli Group today announced that Stoli won ten awards in the 2022 San Francisco Spirits Competition, including a Double Gold Award for Stoli Premium and a Gold Award for Stoli Vanil.
  • Additionally, Stoli pioneering flavors Stoli Gold Vodka, Stoli Cucumber Vodka, Stoli Razberi Vodka, Stoli Blueberi Vodka, Stoli Ohranj Vodka, Stoli Citros Vodka, and Stoli Salted Karamel Vodka all took home Silver Awards, while Stoli Lime Vodka was awarded a Bronze Award.
  • The San Francisco Spirits Competition is the largest and most influential spirits competition and is followed closely by consumers and trade.
  • "It is an honor for ten of our Stoli expressions to be awarded by the prestigious San Francisco Spirits Competition," said Damian McKinney, CEO of Stoli Group.

Maryland Companies Across a Variety of Industries Share Events, Growth, and More

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

BALTIMORE, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Maryland Marketing Partnership, created by Governor Larry Hogan in 2016 to help drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, today shared a summary of the latest news from companies and organizations that are part of the partnership.

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  • "The news from these Maryland companies and organizations are proof that Maryland remains 'Open for Business'," said Tom Riford, executive director of the Maryland Marketing Partnership.
  • Peterson Companies, a longtime Maryland company, announces National Harbor, a waterfront resort destination, welcomes four new tenants and celebrates 14 years .
  • TEDCO invested in these Maryland technology-based companies in March: CyDeploy , The Black Brain Trust , Astek Diagnostics , and GivHero .
  • The Maryland Marketing Partnership, founded in statute as the Maryland Public-Private Partnership Marketing Corporation, develops branding strategy for the state, markets the state's assets, and encourages the location and growth of new businesses in Maryland.

Bacardi Shakes up Cocktails-at-Home With Launch of TAILS® COCKTAILS

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Bacardi, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, is raising the bar for cocktails-at-home with the launch of TAILS COCKTAILS.

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  • Bacardi, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, is raising the bar for cocktails-at-home with the launch of TAILS COCKTAILS.
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    BACARDI SHAKES UP COCKTAILS-AT-HOME WITH LAUNCH OF TAILS COCKTAILS.
  • TAILS COCKTAILS is an exclusive range of premium pre-batched cocktails that bring the experience of the bar to consumers homes, with all the flavor and complexity of hand-made cocktails, but none of the effort.
  • Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited.

Stoli® Group's Kentucky Owl® releases The Wiseman Straight Rye Whiskey

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

BARDSTOWN, Ky., March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stoli® Group's Kentucky Owl® announced the second release in The Wiseman™ series, a new straight rye whiskey available in April across the U.S. The new whiskey joins The Wiseman™ Bourbon released by Kentucky Owl® in September 2021 and named one of Whisky Advocate's Top 20 and Bourbon Review's Top 10 whiskies of the year. For more information, visit kentuckyowlbourbon.com

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  • For more information, visit kentuckyowlbourbon.com
    The Wiseman Straight Rye is a 95% rye mash bill selected by Kentucky Owl Master Blender John Rhea.
  • "Following the successful launch and customer response to our Kentucky Owl The Wiseman Straight Bourbon, we're delighted to quickly follow this with the launch of Kentucky Owl The Wiseman Rye," said Nik Keane, Global Category Leader at Stoli Group.
  • The Kentucky Owl The Wiseman Straight Rye (100.8 proof/50.4% ABV, $60 MSRP/750mL), is the latest addition to the Kentucky Owl portfolio.
  • The Kentucky Owl The Wiseman Straight Rye will soon be available starting in April at a limited number of fine retailers across the brand's national distribution footprint.

MEET SVEDKA TROPICS TEA SPRITZ, YOUR NEW FAVORITE HARD SELTZER FROM AMERICA'S BELOVED VODKA BRAND

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SVEDKA Vodka, #3 Mainstream vodka brand*, is twisting things up this spring and summer with the launch of their latest extension – SVEDKA Tropics Tea Spritz, a new spirits-based hard seltzer, from the award-winning vodka brand. SVEDKA Tropics combines SVEDKA Vodka with real tea, sparkling water, and natural tropical fruit flavors, that all come together in an easy-to-enjoy hard seltzer. Available in three bold flavors – Pineapple Guava, Raspberry Kiwi and Orange Mango – SVEDKA Tropics delivers a smooth taste in every vibrant sip.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SVEDKA Vodka, #3 Mainstream vodka brand*, is twisting things up this spring and summer with the launch of their latest extension SVEDKA Tropics Tea Spritz, a new spirits-based hard seltzer, from the award-winning vodka brand.
  • SVEDKA Tropics combines SVEDKA Vodka with real tea, sparkling water, and natural tropical fruit flavors, that all come together in an easy-to-enjoyhard seltzer.
  • With only 5% ABV, SVEDKA Tropics is the perfect addition to any day to night drinking occasion from poolside lounging, dancefloor vibing, to backyard BBQ sipping, SVEDKA Tropics goes where you do.
  • With our new Vodka Tea Spritz, SVEDKA Tropics is filling the consumer need for a different type of spirits-based hard seltzer," said Billy Lagor, Senior Vice President, Brand Management.