HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Santa Almagia, a mother-daughter founded luxury mezcal brand, crafted in micro-lots using 100% rare agave and ancestral methods in Oaxaca, is pleased to announce their latest notable award nod via the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in which they secured a Double Gold for their Tobala Joven Mezcal, earning 97 of 100 points.

"We are humbled to have some of the most reputable tastemakers in the business behind SFWSC grant us such a prestigious award so early on into the business," states Alana Abbitt, Co-Founder of Santa Almagia.

Abbitt continues, "We are passionate around creating ethical, ancestral-led, extraordinary mezcal and look forward to sharing what we've built with the world in the years ahead!"

Santa Almagia is a mother-daughter founded luxury mezcal brand, crafted in micro-lots using 100% rare agave and ancestral methods in Oaxaca.

Launched in Feb '25, the brand has earned early praise from agave collectors, spirits judges, and specialty retailers. Backed by award-winning liquid, premium margins, and a modern brand strategy, each bottle blends cultural authenticity with commercial appeal.

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TORONTO, June 10, 2025 /CNW/ - The Macallan, renowned for its extraordinary single malt Scotch whiskies, has unveiled a striking new visual identity for its Timeless Collections: Double Cask, Sherry Oak, and Colour Collection. Blending 200 years of heritage with a forward-looking vision, the refreshed packaging reflects The Macallan's enduring dedication to craftsmanship, storytelling, and timeless design.

While its package design has evolved, the whisky remains unchanged – delivering the same unmistakable taste, balance, and elegance that have always defined The Macallan.

"The Macallan has never stood still and never will. This distinctive new identity offers a multitude of visual cues to tell our story, from the sherry seasoning, to the American and European oak casks which contribute to the complex taste and flavour profiles in every bottle of The Macallan," says Jaume Ferras, Creative Director at The Macallan.

Rooted in two centuries of whisky mastery, the new packaging – designed by famed graphic designer and frequent creative collaborator with The Macallan, David Carson – brings The Macallan's heritage and innovation together, evoking the architectural silhouette of The Macallan Estate in Speyside, Scotland.

Evocative New Vision

David Carson's distinctive artistic lens helped bring the brand's ethos of tradition and progress to life. His interpretation draws on natural forms, architectural details, and the meeting of sherry wine and oak – foundational elements of The Macallan's incomparable character.

The Macallan's redesigned look introduces thoughtful new elements:

• The Macallan Distillery's distinctive profile, with its sweeping green roof, informed the new bottle design, showcasing a direct connection between the packaging and The Macallan Estate.
• The triangular shoulder label links the newly designed Collections with the old, and represents Spain's Sherry Triangle – the Andalusian region famed for its sherry wine production, and the source of The Macallan's exceptional sherry seasoned oak casks, which influence the entirely natural colour and flavour of all three Collections.
• Rear label designs incorporate a new cask type symbol, bringing the tasting notes to life while highlighting the contribution of flavour and aroma imbued from American and European oak casks.
• Enhanced consumer engagement through continued investment in world-leading anti-counterfeit technology to provide greater traceability, while also providing further insight into the expression through a unique QR code.

Three Timeless Collections, One Distinct Signature

Grounded in oak and shaped by sherry, each of the three Collections showcases a different expression of The Macallan's signature character.

• Double Cask Collection: A harmonious marriage of American and European oak casks, seasoned with sherry wine from Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, delivering notes of fresh fruit, creamy toffee, and soft spice.
• Sherry Oak Collection: Matured exclusively in sherry-seasoned European oak casks, this collection offers deep, complex flavour with dried fruit, wood spice, and ginger that intensifies with age.
• Colour Collection: Reflecting the natural spectrum of golden hues found in The Macallan's whisky, this American oak-led series features vibrant notes of citrus, vanilla, and tropical fruit.

The Macallan's global reimagining reflects a new chapter in its visual identity, and signals its continued commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and storytelling.

The Macallan Double Cask and Sherry Oak Collections will be available at select retailers across Canada starting this summer. The Macallan Colour Collection will be available in global travel retail.

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STAMFORD, Conn., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Redemption Whiskey proudly expands its highly coveted Ancients Series collection with the release of Redemption 18-Year-Old Bourbon, a limited-edition expression that captures the transformative power of time and craft. Aged for nearly two decades and bottled in extremely limited supply, this collectible bourbon represents Redemption Whiskey's commitment to pushing the boundaries of American whiskey while building on its bold, rye-forward foundation. Expected to sell out quickly, the scarce supply will be available in select markets for pre-order on ReserveBar.com beginning on Father's Day, June 15.

Born in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, Redemption 18-Year-Old Bourbon was once a hidden treasure—rediscovered and meticulously nurtured under the expert guidance of Master Blender Alan Kennedy. Bourbons of this age are notoriously difficult to perfect, often losing balance or acquiring harsh characteristics over time. Through Kennedy's discerning palate and masterful blending techniques, this rare release reached peak maturity with remarkable depth and complexity to create a once-in-a-generation find.

"Redemption 18-Year-Old Bourbon is one of the rarest and most complex expressions we've ever had the privilege to release," said Alan Kennedy, Master Blender at Redemption Whiskey. "Redemption is a brand about character and soul. Crafting a bourbon of this age and quality is incredibly rare, and when I tasted the liquid, I knew it deserved to be shared. It's a proud moment for both me and Redemption—and an opportunity to showcase the extraordinary potential of our oldest stock for Redemption fans, bourbon collectors and newcomers alike."

Gracefully aged in charred American oak barrels, this bourbon is non-chill filtered to preserve every nuance of its exceptional character. The result is a bourbon that unfolds beautifully with each sip—an intricate flavor profile that evolves with time, showcasing the magic of expert curation. Expect a bouquet of rich oak intertwined with layers of velvety cherry jam, warm cinnamon, and a delicate hint of mint.  Redemption 18-Year-Old Bourbon is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks, offering the kind of refined elegance that will captivate even the most seasoned whiskey connoisseur.

Redemption 18-Year-Old | 103.4 Proof | $399.99 SRP for 750mL

• NOSE: Warm oak, immediately followed by cherry jam, cinnamon and subtle hint of mint
• PALATE: Cherry notes, blended with oak, a touch of sweet corn and delicate hints of vanilla and leather
• FINISH: Medium to long, with oak and vanilla and a lingering hint of cherry

With only 2,400 bottles available, Redemption 18-Year-Old Bourbon will be available beginning in June with a suggested retail price of $399.99 for a 750mL bottle. Consumers can purchase the limited-edition offering in store and online at  (where available).

Toronto, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Removing the 5% GST on all restaurant food would save Canadians $5.4 billion in taxes annually and create 80,000 new jobs, according to new economic analysis by Restaurants Canada.

“Canadians are struggling with affordability and worried about their jobs. Removing the sales tax from prepared food, including the food sold at restaurants, would not only provide them with some relief, but bolster the economy,” said Kelly Higginson, President and CEO of Restaurants Canada. “The recent GST/HST holiday showed us that making all food tax-free stimulates spending, creates jobs and protects restaurants from bankruptcy. We urge the new federal government to make it permanent as part of their plan to address Canada’s economic challenges.”

Currently, prepared food is subject to sales tax, but groceries, as well as many frozen and ready-to-heat meals, are tax-free.

The recent GST/HST holiday, which removed sales tax from restaurant food among other items, led to a 8.6% increase in commercial foodservice sales in January. January and February 2025 also saw a 50% year-over-year decrease in foodservice bankruptcies, as well as the creation of 24,000 new jobs, more than the previous 12 months combined.

Based on these data, Restaurants Canada estimates that permanently removing the 5% GST on all food would lead to:

• 64,300 new foodservice jobs (40% of which are likely to go to people under 25)
• 15,685 additional spinoff jobs in related industries
• 2,680 new restaurants
• $5.4 billion in tax savings to consumers
• $1.5 billion in additional tax revenue and EI savings for government

“Prepared food is no longer just a luxury for Canadians,” added Higginson. “Whether its students grabbing lunch on their break, working parents picking up a meal for the family on the way home from soccer practice, or seniors getting meal delivery, many Canadians rely on prepared food to feed themselves, and they should not be taxed for it.”

The savings from exempting all food from sales taxes would disproportionately benefit lower income households, who spend a greater share of their budgets on food than higher income households. More spending in the foodservice sector also has a greater effect in the economy at large than other sectors: for every $1 in sales, the foodservice industry generates $1.80 in economic output, compared to $1.56 generated by other industries.

“This measure is an investment in Canadians’ quality of life and in the foodservice businesses that drive the economies of every community across the country,” added Higginson. “Food is food and should be treated equally, regardless of where it was purchased. It’s time to fix this unfair tax burden on food.”

Canadians can support Restaurant Canada’s campaign to exempt all food from sales tax at .