Reserva de la Familia, Jose Cuervo’s ultra-premium collection of artisanal small-batch tequilas, announced its 2023 collector’s box, designed by artists Rolando Flores and Gabriel Cázares of the Mexico-based Tercerunquinto Collective.

Created to put bigger in a smaller package, Big Sipz, a brand of MLP Brands, announced the debut of its signature ready-to-drink (RTD) canned Margaritas in two sizes — offering a higher ABV, it says.

Espanita Double Barrel Reposado Tequila will be the first release from the collection. It has already received a 97-point rating and a Triple Gold Medal from the MicroLiquor Spirit Awards.

Brisbane-based drinks company Mandatory Spirit Co. announced the launch of spirits in a 1.5-liter box. Mandatory Spirit Co. also is moving toward a more sustainable production of spirits by introducing the use of bag-in-box (BIB) packaging. 

Inspired by the simple moments in life, VAQIT (vock-it), announced the launch of its flavored vodka sodas made with natural ingredients and real, premium vodka — delivering a tasty ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail that doesn’t sacrifice on quality, it says.

Breakthru Beverage Group, New York, announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire California-based Wine Warehouse, further expanding the company’s footprint to the largest U.S. beverage alcohol market. The transaction is expected to close this spring and is subject to usual and customary closing conditions.

Terlato Wine Group, an importer and marketer of luxury wines, spirits and non-alcohol beverages, announced adding a new Irish Whiskey to its Artisan Spirits Portfolio: Dublin Ink Irish Whiskey.