Crown Royal, a brand of Diageo North America, announced its highly anticipated limited-edition release of Blackberry Flavored Whisky. 

Truly Hard Seltzer announced the launch of its newest spirits-based seltzer: Truly Tequila Soda. 

Although the spirits market saw gains this past year, experts highlight how meeting consumer demands can help drive future growth within the category.

Tequila and mezcal brand representatives explain how they roll with changing consumer preferences and beverage trends.

Chicago-based White Claw Spirits Co., a brand of The Mark Anthony Group of Companies, unveiled its White Claw Tequila Smash, a tequila drink that balances seltzer, tequila, and fruit flavors — without added sugar and 100 calories in each can. 

Brugal unveiled its newest permanent edition, prestige sipping rum: Maestro Reserva. 

Sazerac and BuzzBallz announced an agreement for Sazerac to acquire BuzzBallz, an award-winning, growing ready-to-drink focused portfolio.