LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Avalon Spirits launches Whiskey Row Bourbon with Triple Wood, Bottled in Bond, and Cask Strength expressions inspired by the birthplace of the bourbon industry and the culture of experimentation that fueled its growth. From 1850 through Prohibition, an area of Louisville's Main Street, called Whiskey Row, became the convergence point for America's best bourbons as they were shipped down the Ohio River for blending and exporting.

Created at Kentucky Artisan Distillery (KAD) in Crestwood, Kentucky, Whiskey Row Bourbon reflects the complex flavor profiles of pre-Prohibition whiskey, a time of greater experimentation in aging techniques. Late distiller and Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee Steve Thompson conceived of Whiskey Row Bourbon as a return to pre-Prohibition blending methods. As a nod to Thompson's vision and legacy, Avalon Spirits will embrace the craftsmanship, variation, and experimental aging techniques that defined the early days of bourbon, starting with the Triple Wood, Bottled in Bond, and Cask Strength expressions.

The core expression, Triple Wood, is matured for at least four years with a distinctive finishing process in Cognac and Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry casks for enhanced complexity and bottled at KAD. Whiskey Row Bourbon's Bottled in Bond expression follows a rigorous six-marker process to ensure quality, while the Cask Strength expression is left unfinished to intensify bold flavors.

Whiskey Row Bourbon challenges the perception that premium bourbon must come from Kentucky. While the brand celebrates the time-honored Kentucky traditions of bourbon-making, it acknowledges that the destination's prominence stems not only from premium grain or water but also from the historical route to market that whiskies traveled down the Ohio River, making Louisville a destination for blending. Whiskey Row Bourbon's upcoming regional releases will showcase destination-inspired maturation techniques and blending profiles from lesser-known bourbon regions.

"Whiskey Row Bourbon is rooted in Louisville, Kentucky, but its origins reflect a broader range of flavors across America — shaped by the agriculture, entrepreneurship, and exchange of ideas that established bourbon as the quintessential American spirit," says John Glover, Founder of Avalon Spirits.

Whiskey Row Bourbon is now available in Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, and Tennessee, with a rollout planned to Europe and beyond. For more information, visit

JERSEY CITY, N.J., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dobel Tequila, master of innovation and smoothness, proudly announces the U.S. debut of the first highly coveted and rare spirit from its "Dobel Grandes Maestros Collection" with an extraordinary inaugural edition: The Francisco Toledo Edition.

"Dobel Grandes Maestros" is a limited edition, numbered collection set of Extra Añejo tequilas, combining the highest quality of mastery in tequila with the expertise and delicate craft of the most influential and iconic Mexican artists. The inaugural edition — of which only 15 bottles are available in the U.S. — is both an homage and a legacy project: one of Francisco Toledo's final creations and a rare intersection of functional design and fine art.

Dobel Grandes Maestros Collection: The Francisco Toledo Edition embodies the culmination of a visionary partnership between the artist and Juan Dobel, 11th generation tequila maker and founder of Dobel Tequila.

As a bold reflection of Dobel Tequila's legacy of groundbreaking innovation, this ultra-limited release features the world's first Extra Añejo tequila finished in mezcal barrels: a category-defining first that honors Maestro Toledo's native Oaxaca. This extraordinary and innovative tequila goes through a special artisanal process and is meticulously distilled from agave that has grown for a minimum of seven years, cooked within brick ovens for 48 hours, distilled, and then aged for a minimum of three years in new oak barrels. The Extra Añejo tequila then spent up to four months in American Oak mezcal barrels that impart flavors into the richly dark liquid. The result is a rich, warm, and silky expression, with notes of mezcal smoke, dried fruits, cooked agave, toasted nuts, and vanilla.

Encased in a sculptural masterpiece personally designed by the late Mexican visionary before his passing in 2019, the release further solidifies Dobel's position at the forefront of craftsmanship and innovation in the world of tequila.

"Francisco 'El Maestro' Toledo and I began dreaming up this collaboration in 2016," said Juan Dobel, founder of Dobel Tequila. "Francisco and I shared a deep passion for Mexico and its culture, which we reflected through art and tequila. El Maestro and I envisioned a timeless art piece, one that would transcend conventional expectations and become an object that embodied Toledo's artistic principles and exceptional craftsmanship while showcasing Dobel's commitment to tequila excellence and innovation."

A celebrated painter, sculptor, and craftsman, Toledo drew from his iconic "Lagartos" series to design the bottles and their packaging in line with his unique visual vocabulary. The result is a rare tequila housed in a custom frosted bottle adorned with intricately etched artwork, and a rotating four-cube wood prism base, with each facet showcasing Toledo's iconic lizard design. Each set includes a hand-carved Teotihuacan stone bottle top, a stone pedestal, and a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist himself, turning each bottle into a collectible artifact.

With Toledo's craftsmanship and Dobel Tequila's innovative spirit combined, the collection emerges as a complete artistic statement, at once sculpture, cultural artifact, and functional vessel. It stands as a compelling testament to Toledo's lifelong demonstration that the boundaries between fine art and craft objects are ultimately artificial. In his universe, every medium becomes an opportunity to preserve and celebrate Mexican culture.

In a landmark moment, one of only 15 bottles available in the U.S. from Dobel Tequila's Grandes Maestros Collection: The Francisco Toledo Edition is now being auctioned on , marking the platform's first-ever curated spirits auction. The remaining U.S. bottles from this limited global release of just 281 are available for $5,000.00 USD through select luxury retailers and on-premise partners.

Collectors can visit until April 29th to bid on one of only 15 Dobel Tequila Grandes Maestros Collection: The Francisco Toledo Edition sets available in the U.S.

Dobel Tequila will donate part of the proceeds from the sale of the work to benefit Friends of IAGO (the Graphic Arts Institute of Oaxaca) and the Manuel Álvarez Bravo A.C. Photographic Center.

Dobel Grandes Maestros Collection: The Francisco Toledo Edition Tasting Notes

Appearance: Clear, bright amber colored with golden and copper hues, its full-bodiedness can be witnessed from the tears in the glass.

Aroma: A perfectly achieved aromatic sequence in which the olfactory experience commences with a hint of mezcal smokiness interwoven with dried fruits, cooked agave, and caramel, finishing with aromas of wood, vanilla, almonds, toasted nuts, and cereals, which create aromatic complexity without oversaturating the senses.

Taste: Warm, silky, smooth, and well-structured, hints of the mezcal smokiness remain without being overwhelming and in perfect balance with the wood and dried fruit flavors of a very long and lasting finish.

BRAMPTON, ON, April 22, 2025 /CNW/ - Cardinal Meats is proud to announce the launch of a new gourmet product innovation. Introducing Sous Chef by Cardinal™, a line of restaurant-quality, ready-meals without the delivery fees.

Sous Chef by Cardinal™ is committed to culinary excellence by offering bold flavours, premium ingredients, and unparalleled convenience. The five new entrée varieties include:

1. Chicken Tikka Masala
2. Marsala Braised Chicken
3. Fiery Chicken Arrabbiata
4. Rustic Beef Bourguignon
5. Szechuan Braised Beef

Sous Chef by Cardinal™ entrées, created by Executive Chef, Caleb Lobraico, is at the forefront of the gourmet food industry, curating innovative products that celebrate diverse global flavours and culinary traditions. Whether used for everyday meals or for special occasions, these new entrées promise to deliver the perfect balance of taste, quality, and convenience.

"We are thrilled to finally share these five exceptional creations with our customers," said Brent Cator, President and Owner, Cardinal Meat Specialists Ltd. "By incorporating Cardinal Meats' Safe Sous Vide™ cooking technology, we're empowering culinary enthusiasts to enjoy perfectly heated, gourmet meals with ease. Each product has been thoughtfully crafted by our Executive Chef Caleb, to meet the needs of both food lovers and culinary professionals, ensuring an unforgettable at-home dining experience, without the delivery fees."

Sous Chef by Cardinal™ suggested MSRP is $15.99 per entrée (perfect for two) and can be found nationwide, in the Home Ready Meal section of major retailers like Sobeys, Walmart and Costco.

For more information or media inquiries, please refer to media contact below. Visit Sous Chef by Cardinal™ online at SousChef.ca.

NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Breakthru Beverage Group, one of the leading beverage wholesalers in the United States and the largest broker in Canada, representing a portfolio of premier spirits, wine, beer and non-alcoholic brands, today unveils the second edition of its annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report: Executing with Excellence. The 2024 report highlights the actions Breakthru has taken to be 'a force for good,' while delivering on its mission to be the distributor of choice and easiest distributor to work with. The report features Breakthru's operational excellence, community outreach and people-first culture. It can be viewed on Breakthru's website: .

"As we reflect on the last year, I am incredibly proud of the positive impact our team of talented associates has accomplished this past year. We continue to uphold CSR efforts that are rooted in a proud heritage of philanthropy, which is based on our founding families' strong belief in giving back to the community," said Tom Bené, President and CEO. "We are an industry leader that not only executes with excellence but also strives to make a difference each and every day."

Breakthru supports charitable organizations across the U.S. and Canada that align with its CSR strategic focus areas: Our Community; Our People; Environmental Stewardship; and Alcohol Responsibility. Last year, Breakthru supported 500 charitable causes and participated in 135 volunteer events—a 237 percent increase over 2023. The company also invested more than $2.9 million in non-profit organizations, bringing its total charitable contributions to $18+ million since it was formed in 2016. Breakthru associates across all 16 markets rallied around its 2024 Summer of Service initiative, resulting in more than 900 service hours logged in support of charitable organizations throughout June, July and August.

In 2024, Breakthru invested heavily in its associate experience through increased programming and opportunities in professional development, recognition, safety and wellness. As a result of its focus on safety, Breakthru warehouse associates and drivers completed more than 21,000 safety courses and reduced severe safety incidents by 30 percent. With an emphasis on learning & development, sales associates completed more than 145,500 learning modules and earned 606 WSET Level 2 Wine and Spirits certifications, 27 WSET Level 3 Wine and Spirits certifications and 21 Certified Beer Server certifications. All these efforts reflect Breakthru's commitment to providing a best-in-class experience for its associates, customers and supplier partners.

"At Breakthru, we strive to be the place everyone wants to work. We are fostering an environment where associates feel like family and have opportunities to grow and succeed," said Stephanie Soto, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer. "In the year ahead, we are continuing to invest in our people, give back to the communities we serve and strengthen our business processes to make it easier for our suppliers and customers to do business with us."