BAR 15 event & Exhibit Guide
This is my Show.
may 17-18 • McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
2015 BAR floor plan
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Message from the Convention Chair Welcome to the newly rebranded Beverage Alcohol for Restaurants (BAR) at NRA Show and the 96th annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show.® After seven years of operating as the International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event (IWSB), we decided it was time for a change. Time to match the memorability of the event itself. We selected a name that is simple to recognize as an acronym, and perfectly descriptive in full. I’m delighted to Chair this newly rebranded event. In addition to the rebrand, 2015 marks the first time that BAR shares contiguous space with NRA Show. With NRA Show moving into Lakeside Center and BAR being held in Lakeside Ballroom, these two events have finally melded into one overall experience. To mark these occasions, we have upped the ante on BAR in another way. I am pleased to announce the first ever BAR at NRA Show Keynote Presentation by Sally Smith, CEO of Buffalo Wild Wings, a fellow NRA Board member and visionary with regard to the development and funding of a progressive, brand-defining bar program. We also changed up the annual Star of the Bar® mixology competition. This year we selected our six semi-finalists via live market challenges in six major U.S. cities—Atlanta, Chicago, Las Vegas, New York, San Diego and San Francisco. One representative from each of these progressive mixology communities is here to vie for the title and $5000 prize. You will have the opportunity to sample their cocktails and select the three finalists that battle live at Sunday night’s Restaurants Rock at House of Blues. If you don’t have your tickets yet, check the registration area to see if there is space remaining. Of course your BAR at NRA Show badge includes full access to all four days of NRA Show, where 2,000+ exhibitors, 80+ educations session, culinary demonstrations and hands-on workshops provide inspiration to enhance your overall bar program. Warm Regards,
John C. Metz, Jr. 2015 NRA Convention Chair CEO, Executive Chef, Co-founder Sterling Hospitality Atlanta, GA
Table of Contents BAR Floor Plan........................................ Inside Front Cover Message from the Convention Chairman...........................1 Advisory Committee Members ............................................2 General Information The Basics...............................................................................3 Getting Around.....................................................................3 Find Us.....................................................................................4 Resources...............................................................................4 BAR Floor Highlights Bar Necessities & Crafitique Pavilions.........................6 Demo Lounges.....................................................................7 Restaurant Menu Pairings Program..............................8 Star of the Bar Mixology Competition.........................8 BAR Education Sessions ........................................................9 BAR Keynote Presentation..............................................9 Book Signing.........................................................................9 Interactive Roundtables.................................................. 10 Evening Events Restaurants Rock................................................................ 11 NextGen Party...................................................................... 11 NRA Show Block Party..................................................... 11 Exhibitor List (Alpha Order)....................................... 13 – 19 Exhibitor List (By Product)........................................ 20 – 23 Tasting Notes............................................................................ 24
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bar Advisory Committee Tony Abou-Ganim The Modern Mixologist Nick Arenas Sr. Director of Beverage, Logan’s Roadhouse Steve Byrne Vice President of Food and Beverage, Tavistock Restaurant Collection Kathy Casey President Food Studios, Liquid Kitchen 2
Tony Giardina Director Supply Chain, Delaware North William Hinkebein Owner, American Beverage Marketers Doug Jackson Vice President, Purchasing, Miller’s Ale House Patrick Kirk Director of Beverage Innovation, Buffalo Wild Wings
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Maggie Lapcewich SVP Commercial Strategy & Business Development, Wirtz Beverage Group Teddy McAleer Director of National Accounts, Sidney Frank Importing Co. Stuart Melia VP of Beverage, CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries, Inc. Rich Verrecchia Vice President, Analytics, Fintech Analytics
THE BASICS EVENT DATES, REGISTRATION & HOURS bar Hours: Sunday, May 17 12:00 – 6:00pm
Monday, May 18 12:00 – 6:00pm
nra show Hours: Saturday, May 16 Sunday, May 17 9:30am – 5:00pm 9:30am – 5:00pm
Monday, May 18 9:30am – 5:00pm
Tuesday, May 19 9:30am – 3:00pm
REGISTRATION Only persons involved in the beverage alcohol decision-making process for a restaurant/foodservice operation are qualified to attend. You must present a government-issued photo ID and a BAR 15 badge to enter. The name on both must match. Badges are not transferable. You must be 21 years or older. No exceptions. The selective registration process will allow BAR badge holders entry to all four days of NRA Show 2015, but not vice versa.
GETTING AROUND LAKESIDE CENTER (3 levels) Level 1 – First Aid Level 2 – Exhibitor Lead Retrieval, Exhibitor Servicenter, NRA Show & BAR Registration, Shuttle Bus Routes 5-7, Taxis Level 3 – 3D Printing Zone, BAR/Lakeside Ballroom (E354), BAR Education Sessions, NRA Show Exhibit Floor (AISLES 8300-10800), Meeting Rooms E350-E353, Organic & Natural Pavilion, Skybridge to South and North Buildings, StartUp Alley, World Culinary Showcase SOUTH BUILDING (5 levels) Level 1 – Coat Check, Exhibitor Lead Retrieval, Information Booth, Grand Ballroom/S100, Meeting Rooms S101-S106, Registration, Shuttle Bus Routes 1-4 and Taxis Level 2.5 – FedEx Office, First Aid, Food Court, Information Booth, Metra Train Entrance, NRA Show Bookstore, Retail Shops, Hotel & Travel Desk Level 3 – Alternative BiteStyle, Book Signings, Conserve Solutions Center, Dealer Distributor Club, NRA Show Exhibit Floor (AISLES 100-5400), Exhibitor Servicenter Access, Foodamental Studio, Franchise|NRA Show, Kitchen Innovations Pavilion, Power of Partnership Pavilion Level 4 – Education Office/Speaker Check-in, Educational Programs, Exhibit Sales Office/On-Site Space Selection, Meeting Rooms S401-S405, Show Office, Vista Ballroom S406 Level 5 – Exhibitor Hospitality Suites S501-S505 NORTH BUILDING (4 levels) Level 1 – First Aid, Meeting Rooms N126-N140 Level 2 – Exhibitor Lead Retrieval, Exhibitor Registration, Exhibitor Servicenter, International Trade Center, Meeting Rooms N226-N231, Press Center Level 3 – American Food Fair, Ask the Experts, NRA Show Exhibit Floor (AISLES 5500-8200), NRA Booth, TECH Pavilion/Theater Level 4 – Meeting Rooms N426-N427 MEETING ROOMS All meeting room designations begin with either S (for South), N (for North) or E (for Lakeside Center). The first number in the designation can be 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 and indicates the level on which the room or area is located. The last two numbers refer to the sequential room number. In the South Building, the last two numbers in the designation are in sequence 01-25. In the North Building, the last two numbers in the designation are in sequence 26-49. And in the Lakeside Center, the last two numbers in the designation are in sequence 50-54. For example, the Press Center designation is N226; therefore N indicates it is located in the North Building, 2 indicates it is on level 2, and 26 indicates it is located in the 26-49 room number sequence. There are no duplicate room numbers or designations.
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FIND US INFORMATION DESKS & wayfinders Get directions and find out about Show and Event activities and programs at the Information Desks. In Lakeside Center, the Information Desk is located on Level 2, near Registration. In the South Building, the Information Desk can be found in the Registration Lobby on Level 1. There is also an Information Desk in the Grand Concourse on Level 2.5.
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SHOW OFFICE General information on the Show can be obtained at the Show office located in Room S401c on Level 4 in the South Building.
PRESS CENTER The National Restaurant Association Press Center is located in Room N226, on Level 2 in the North Building. press center HOURS: Saturday, May 16 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday, May 17 9:00am – 6:00pm
Monday, May 18 9:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday, May 19 9:00am – 3:00pm
RESOURCES IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Call McCormick Place emergency at (312) 791-6060 or dial 6060 from any house phone. FIRST AID First Aid is available in all three buildings. In the North Building, find First Aid on Level 1 on the East side near Gate 22, the taxi loading area. In the South Building, First Aid is located off the Grand Concourse on the South side of the Level 2.5 Food Court/Retail area. In the Lakeside Center, First Aid is located on Level 1. BUSINESS CENTER Faxing, photocopying, printing and shipping can be done at the FedEx Office in McCormick Place located in the South Building, off the Grand Concourse, on the South side of the Level 2.5 Food Court/Retail area. International Trade Center The ITC is located in Room N231 on level 2 in the North Building. The ITC is equipped with interpreters, product locator services, private meeting rooms and a place for our international guests to relax and enjoy a beverage. NRA SHOW MOBILE APP Download the free official NRA Show mobile app on your smartphone to help you find exhibitors, education sessions and more. Scan this QR code > to go to your phone’s application store or simply search “NRA Show 2015” in your phone’s application store.
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OFFICIAL NRA SHOW DAILY Pick up your copy of the official NRA Show Daily, produced in partnership with Penton Media. You can find copies at select Show-affiliated hotels or on and around the Show floor. Transportation Information For transportation information, please see the NRA Show Exhibit Guide & Program.
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BAR at NRA Show | May 17-18, 2015
See why Budweiser pairs perfectly with burgers. Visit us at booth #1105 for a taste of what happens when Beechwood aged to perfection meets grilled to perfection.
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BAR floor highlights
Bar Necessities Pavilion Glassware, bars, snacks, mixers—Enter a hub exclusively for products that complement drink service to help you craft your own beverage experience and drive sales. (As of 5/4/15) Bar Entertainment Beyond Zero......................................................................................11251 Blue Green Organics, LLC......................................................... 11246 Prella Tech......................................................................................... 11452 Bar Program Promotional Products Beyond Zero......................................................................................11251 Libbey Inc.......................................................................................... 11243 Routin America Inc. by “1883 Maison Routin”..................11352 SmartBrew.........................................................................................11535 Twang Partners, Ltd.....................................................................11454 Bar Technology BarVision........................................................................................... 11349 Beyond Zero......................................................................................11251 Fintech................................................................................................ 11343 Island Oasis......................................................................................11450 Liquor Alert........................................................................................11351 Partender...........................................................................................11442 Prella Tech......................................................................................... 11452 Barware & Specialty Bar Equipment & Bar Accessories Beyond Zero......................................................................................11251 Carlisle FoodService Products................................................ 11249 Island Oasis......................................................................................11450 Libbey Inc.......................................................................................... 11243 Prella Tech......................................................................................... 11452 Stirrings...............................................................................................11255 Torr Industries................................................................................. 11248 Draft Systems Prella Tech......................................................................................... 11452 Torr Industries................................................................................. 11248
Garnishes Demitri’s Gourmet Mixes............................................................11448 Mixers & Purees American Beverage Marketers................................................ 11244 Blue Green Organics, LLC......................................................... 11246 Demitri’s Gourmet Mixes............................................................11448 Don Chelada.....................................................................................11347 Island Oasis......................................................................................11450 JRO/Mizkan Americas..................................................................11133 Madame Mary, LLC....................................................................... 11346 North American Beverage Co................................................. 11245 Pickett’s Ginger Beer................................................................... 11348 Powell & Mahoney......................................................................... 11350 Prella Tech......................................................................................... 11452 Premium Blend Products.............................................................11516 Routin America Inc. by “1883 Maison Routin”..................11352 Stirrings...............................................................................................11255 Tony Chachere’s Creole Foods................................................11355 Twang Partners, Ltd.....................................................................11454 Wilks & Wilson LLC.......................................................................11247 Specialized Glassware Island Oasis......................................................................................11450 Specialized Ice Beyond Zero......................................................................................11251 Training/Certification Cicerone Certification Program.............................................. 11342 ServSafe Alcohol ...........................................................................11233 Wine Preservation Systems & Storage Torr Industries................................................................................. 11248
Craftique Pavilions Specially designated for craft and boutique producers. Discover, taste and learn about the indie wine, spirits & beer today’s guests crave. (As of 5/5/15) Beer Abita Brewing....................................................................... 11236b New Holland Brewing Co................................................. 11336f Saugatuck Brewing Company........................................11336g Triton Brewing Co...............................................................11336d Spirits Grand Teton Distillery - Potato Vodka........................ 11336b Honey Grail............................................................................11236g MISSISSIPPI RIVER DISTILLING COMPANY ...........11236c Organic Mixology................................................................11236a
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Real Russian Vodka / Premiere Distillery....................11336j Rodionov & Sons Private Distillery.................................11336i Sharaabi Spirits.................................................................... 11236l Tiburon Rum...........................................................................11236i Two James Spirits............................................................... 11236f William Wolf Spirits............................................................11236d Wine Bavaria Waldfrucht............................................................. 11336l City Winery............................................................................11336c Indigo Wine Group LLC....................................................11336a
BAR at NRA Show | May 17-18, 2015
BAR floor highlights Demo Lounges Watch. Learn. Try it yourself. These destinations showcase hands-on sessions where experts demonstrate key skills, new products and current trends. They’re also home to the Star of the Bar® Mixology Competition semi-finals sponsored by Casamigos Tequila. Interesting Craft Beer & Cider Cocktails
Interesting Wine & Vermouth Based Cocktails
SUN, MAY 17 — 12:30 – 1:15pm MON, MAY 18 — 12:15 – 1:00pm
SUN, MAY 17 — 4:30 – 5:15pm MON, MAY 18 — 4:15 – 5:00pm
demo lounge 1*
demo lounge 1*
As a key trend in 2015, cider has huge potential as a mixer in your next featured cocktail. With this category seeing double-digit growth, learn how to translate this trend into fast and easy drink executions.
Vermouth, cobblers and sangrias are trending on restaurant bar menus across the country. Learn how you can build on this trend with sessionable, low-ABV drinks and sample fresh, summer-inspired recipes.
Phil Khul Craft Beer Specialist, Wirtz Beverage
Eric Hay & Johnny Costello
Raising the Bar for Success
Wilks & Wilson: Bartending Efficiency, Consistency, and Quality
SUN, MAY 17 — 1:30 – 2:15pm MON, MAY 18 — 1:15 – 2:00pm
MON, MAY 18 — 12:30 – 1:15pm
demo lounge 1*
We will be demonstrating how W&W Elixirs can make a difference when bartending—improving efficiency, consistency and quality. We will be showing Mojitos, Moscow Mules, and Mai Tai’s.
Join us for an in-depth look at the basic tools that should be mastered in order to run a seamless and profitable bar. Topics include: everyday tools, drink rail and organization tips, and the essentials of effective communication. Eric Hay Beverage Development Manager, Wirtz Beverage Johnny Costello Beverage Development Specialist, Wirtz Beverage
Impress Your Guests with Killer Presentation SUN, MAY 17 — 2:30 – 3:15pm MON, MAY 18 — 2:15 – 3:00pm demo lounge 1*
This demonstration will provide easy, affordable examples of how you can wow your customers by re-thinking the vessels you are using to deliver your cocktails. From the staple Collins glass to organic and natural solutions like young coconuts, we will explore the key pieces needed for a great glassware and vessel program that can be both creative and adorable while making a long-lasting impact with your customers. Rum will be the centerpiece of our featured recipes so stop by and taste the outstanding players in the Wirtz Beverage portfolio.
demo lounge 2
Zachari Wilks Co-founder, Wilks & Wilson LLC
Learn to Make a Perfect Margarita with Tony MON, MAY 18 — 1:30 – 2:15pm demo lounge 2
Tony Abou-Ganim is widely recognized as one of the leading and innovative bar professionals in the world. His national TV appearances include: TODAY, Iron Chef America, Good Morning America, CNBC, Fox News and more. Now is your chance to learn from the master himself and learn to make the perfect margarita using Casamigos Tequila. Tony Abou-Ganim “The Modern Mixologist”
South Africa: Diversity, Quality, and Value MON, MAY 18 — 2:30 – 3:15pm demo lounge 2
Eric Hay & Johnny Costello
Taste three South African wines that provide a glimpse into the country’s 350+ year winemaking history, which today provides a wide range of wine styles and overperforms at a range of price points.
It’s a Fresh Approach
Jim Clarke Marketing Manager, Wines of South Africa
SUN, MAY 17 — 3:30 – 4:15pm MON, MAY 18 — 3:15 – 4:00pm demo lounge 1*
Adding fresh juice options to your cocktail menu is easier than you think. With a little investment, fresh juice can transform your customers’ experience and your drinks’ flavor profile. Fresh juicing is a large trend for 2015 across the alcohol and non-alcohol business so learn how you can take advantage. Perishable information will be provided. Eric Hay & Johnny Costello * demo lounge 1 sponsored by
The Bloody Mary Effect: Increasing Daytime Bar Sales MON, MAY 18 — 3:30 – 4:15pm demo lounge 2
Are you featuring the number one daytime cocktail on your menu? If not you are missing out on lost revenue and repeat business. Learn how the “Bloody Mary Effect” can help drive daytime sales! Sven Liden Co-founder, Black Rock Spirits Stefan Schachtell Co-founder, Black Rock Spirits
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BAR floor highlights (continued)
Restaurant Menu Pairings Specially designated for craft and boutique producers. pairing stations feature producers teamed with some of Chicago’s hottest restaurants to serve up palate-perfect unions of food and drink. (As of 4/27/15) Menu Pairing Participants: Producers: Anheuser-Busch LLC, Axios Wine, Big O Ginger Liqueur, City Winery, Craft Brew Alliance, Dos Armadillos Tequila/IPS, JRO/Mizkan Americas, KOOKSOONDANG BREWERY CO.,LTD/ Bekseju USA, Inc., Malinalli Tequila, Pangea Wine & Spirits, Prestige Wine & Spirits Group, South African Wines, Tessora Liqueurs, Trianon Tequila, William Wolf Spirits Restaurants: Adobo Grill, Artango Bistro, Bub City, City Winery, Devon Seafood, Highline, New England Seafood Company Fish Market, Park Grill, Reggies Live, Roy’s Restaurant, Tesori, Texas de Brazil, Three Dots And a Dash, West Town Bakery, ZED 451
Star Of The Bar®
mixology competition
Watch our regional semi-finalists go head-to-head right on the BAR floor for bragging rights and $5,000. Taste the results, vote for your favorite and cheer on the three finalists Sunday night at Restaurants Rock in front of celebrity host and emcee Geoffrey Zakarian. Our panel of judges includes Tony Abou-Ganim, “The Modern Mixologist,” Tobin Ellis, Owner of BarMagic in Las Vegas, and Daniel Gerzina, Editor, Eater Chicago. Semi-finals Sunday, May 17 • 1:00-4:00pm • BAR Demo Lounge 2
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FINALS Sunday, May 17 • 10:15pm • House of Blues Chicago meet the semi-finalists:
Madison Burch Seven Lamps Atlanta, GA “Once More With Feeling”
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Elmer Mejicanos Tony’s Pizza Neapolitana San Francisco, CA
“Panadero (The Baker)”
Andrew Turner Bottlefork Chicago, IL
Steven Tuttle Kettner Exchange San Diego, CA
SeongHa Lee 365 Tokyo Las Vegas, NV
Meaghan Montagano Extra Fancy New York, NY
“Elotéd”
“Casa De Tiki”
“Finding Forbidden Amigo”
“Banana Danza”
BAR at NRA Show | May 17-18, 2015
exclusive BAR Education Sessions bar keynote presentation Sunday, May 17 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | ROOM E350 Sally Smith, President and CEO of Buffalo Wild Wings, brings her industry leadership and insight to open BAR at NRA Show 2015 with an informational keynote presentation. Sally will discuss the evolution of Buffalo Wild Wings’ beverage program, explain why she and her team made the investment, and share how this investment has elevated the brand in the marketplace. Hear a CEO’s perspective on how to effectively communicate to your CEO the need for investment in your bar program. Learn the right questions to ask, and understand strategies to successfully drive beverage programs into profitable programs. You’ll walk away with information and ideas to engage your teams in working together to turn beverage into profit.
LAKESIDE CENTER, ROOM E353 Education around trends, techniques, pairings and technology provide a complete picture of how you can maximize your bar profitability. Indicates session with tasting component
Sunday, May 17 BAR Building A Successful Wine Program 12:30 – 1:30pm | E353a Learn from a master. Master Sommelier David Glancy discusses how customer loyalty and brand elevation are as important a measure of success as profit. This session will cover beverage law, wine list development, beverage cost control, vendor relations, and cellar management. David Glancy President San Francisco Wine School
Monday, May 18 Increase Your Sales With The Hottest Trends In The Craft Beverage Market 1:00 – 2:00pm | E353b Craft beverages are some of the hottest trends across the country and their popularity continues to grow. Meads, ciders, wilds and sours are flying off retail shelves and restaurant and bar menus—have you gotten in on the action? Gain insights on the latest craft beverage trends and how you can increase your customer traffic and sales by updating your alcohol menu and engaging and educating your staff. Take away ideas you can implement immediately that will drive customers to your door. Ginger Johnson Executive Director of the Craft Beverage Education Association
Sipping Social With Kathy Casey Liquid Kitchen 2:00 – 3:00pm | E353c Hear, see, and learn what’s hot and trending in the world of beverage. Join Liquid Kitchen’s Kathy Casey as she shares beverage trends organically gathered through social media. Kathy Casey President Kathy Casey Liquid Kitchen
35 Years Behind Bars With Tony Abou-Ganim: The Modern Mixologist 3:30 – 4:30pm | E353b Join Tony Abou-Ganim, The Modern Mixologist, for a session on culinary cocktails and trends in spirits, ingredients and techniques.
Menu Economics: Building And Maintaining A Profitable Beer Program 2:15 – 3:15pm | E353a Learn effective strategies to help operators build and maintain a profitable beer program and menu and how to determine the right mix of beers. Understand the importance of why diversity and adding local and rotating offerings to your menu is important. The panel will provide examples of restaurants and bars that have made great strides with their beer programs with sometimes subtle changes like adding more local selections, rotating their selections, categorizing by style and updating their pricing format. Walk away with strategies to improve your beer program, guest satisfaction and profits!
Tony Abou-Ganim The Modern Mixologist Book Signing immediately following his session on the BAR event floor across from Booth #11031.
moderator
Jason Stone VP, Operations, MarkeTeam Inc.
Stuart Melia VP of Beverage, Craftworks Restaurants & Breweries
Scott Hempstead Director, On Premise National Accounts, Boston Beer Company
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Interactive Roundtables (Invite-only) Monday, May 18 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | E255 This special event is a rotation of roundtables led by top beverage alcohol producers and experts. Each will discuss and teach some of the most progressive trends and techniques available to enhance a bar program. Spend time at each for close-up interaction and hands-on learning. Then head to the next for a new topic. Driving Check Size thru Menu Engineering Want to optimize menu potential? Join Anheuser-Busch to learn and discuss menu strategies that drive customer reactions and check size. Brad Connor, Director of Category Management, On-Premise, Anheuser-Busch
On-Premise Trends Learn how to leverage category management & Big Data—linking credit card demographics with check detail Brian Barrett, President, guestMetrics Lon Southerland, EVP, guestMetrics
Planning Nationally, Thinking Locally Fresh ingredient cocktails, craft beer and independent spirit brands are a key part to any successful modern bar, but how does a national beverage program play in this increasingly competitive and crowded field? Learn trends, tips and tricks to entice people back to your national chain’s bar. Peter Vestinos, President, USBG, Chicago Chapter
South African Wines Education on the wine, grape growing region, terrior and climate influencing the grape varietal. Vivian Kleynhans, Seven Sisters
WHY DIGITAL WORKS Hear how Wirtz Beverage delivers customized Information, tools and training to help build your business. Carrie Bach, Director, Digital Activation, Wirtz Beverage Alexis Verniere, Manager, e-Commerce, Wirtz Beverage
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BAR at NRA Show | May 17-18, 2015
Evening Events around chicago
In addition to all the action on the Show floor, NRA Show 2015 produces a host of events both during the day and after hours. Networking, education, parties—all of the above—there’s something for everyone, so take a look and add it to your experience.
SUNDAY, MAY 17
MONDAY, MAY 18 nextgen Party
House of Blues Chicago 9:00pm – 12:00 Midnight The official after-party of NRA Show and BAR. Restaurants Rock gathers hundreds of hospitality pros together at House of Blues for an epic night of open bar, dancing, live music from 80’s cover band Sixteen Candles and the Star of the Bar mixology competition finals with celebrity host and emcee, Geoffrey Zakarian.
Rockit Bar & Grill 8:00 – 9:30pm NRA Show and all-star Chicago restaurateur Billy Dec will celebrate the rising stars who represent the next generation of industry leaders and influencers with a reception at Chicago’s iconic and newly renovated Rockit Bar & Grill.
Block Party
Tickets are $50 each. Visit BAR registration desk now to purchase. restaurants rock sponsored by
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Downtown Chicago 9:00pm – 12:00 Midnight
We’ve lined up some of Chicago’s hottest bars and restaurants for this year’s Block Party. Each venue will have complimentary drinks and snacks along with different entertainment, so you’ll definitely want to make a stop at each location. Free with badge.
block party sponsored by
Pick up your “Madge” (Map/Badge) at the McCormick Place Concierge Desk near Gate 4.
435 N. Clark St. Authentic Chicago BBQ, Whiskey, and Live Country Music Entertainment: Live band karaoke
star of the bar Sponsored by
56 W. Illinois St. Chicago’s Premier Nightclub Destination Entertainment: DJ
26 W. Hubbard St. World’s Greatest Rock N’ Roll Piano Bar Entertainment: Dueling Pianos
22 W. Hubbard St. Upscale American Bar & Grill Fare with Sophisticated Edge Entertainment: DJ
111 W. Kinzie St. Speakeasy-Inspired Modern Supper Club Entertainment: DJ
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Exhibitor List
as of 5/4/15
Exhibitor Booth
Angry Orchard Hard Cider..................... 11222 617-368-5000 bryan.farbisz@bostonbeer.com
Austin Cocktails....................................... 11225 512-660-0607 info@austincocktails.com
City Winery............................................ 11336c 3127339463 chicago@citywinery.com
Brands/Labels: Austin Cocktails Cucumber Vodka Mojito, Austin Cocktails Paradise Found, Austin Cocktails Tea Twister, Austin Cocktails Vodkarita
Routin America Inc. by “1883 Maison Routin”.............................. 11352 212-967-1610 sales@routin-america.com Traveler Beer Co....................................... 11427 617-368-5000 john@travelerbeer.com 1921 Tequila/Vinomex........................... 11236j 866-557-6865 375 Park Avenue Spirits...........................11417 847-612-1634 cweisberg@375park.com A Hardy USA............................................. 11433 847-298-2358 mmikenas@ahardyusa.com Brands/Labels: Hardy & Maison Rouge Cognacs; De Montal Armagnacs, Joseph Cartron Liqueurs, Vizcaya Rums, Thatchers Organic Spirits, Dingle Irish Gin/Vodka, Skinos, Fratello Hazelnut, Godard Vodka/Gin, Kai, HYDE Whiskey
Abita Brewing........................................ 11236b 985-893-3143 jon@abita.com ADVINI....................................................... 11522 334-678-88000 grace.ruehle@advini.com Brands/Labels: Domaine Laroche, Jeanjean, Domaine Cazes, Maison Ogier, Château Gassier, Maison Rigal, Antoine Moueix, L’Avenir, Vina Casablanca
Alessandro di Camporeale..................... 11223 399-213-7038 info@alessandrodicamporeale.it Brands/Labels: Sicilian Gold, Donnata, Benede, Kaid. Enomatic.
Axios Wine................................................ 11524 410-309-9463 info@axioswine.com Bar Company SA de CV...........................11125 52-555-293-9253 ceo@thebar.company Brands/Labels: Allaire - Collection Privée Puntgave
BarVision...................................................11349 480-784-1000 aaronp@barvision.com Brands/Labels: BarVision, Smart Spout, Beer Tag, Free Pour, Wireless, Real-time
Bavaria Waldfrucht................................11336l 1149990118120 petra.bobenhausen@bavaria-waldfrucht.de Brands/Labels: Bavaria Waldfrucht, “Wäldertau” Glühwein (mulled wine)
Bayede Marketing....................................11203 021-863-3406 bonny@bayede.co.za Brands/Labels: The Prince Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, The Prince Pinotage 2014, The Prince White Blend 2014, The Prince Red Blend 2014, The Prince Sauv Blanc 2014 7 Icon Sauv Blanc 2014
Belukus Marketing Inc.............................11027 979-680-8590 michelle@belukus.net Brands/Labels: Wells Banana Bread Beer, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout, Wells Sticky Toffee Pudding Ale
Beyond Zero..............................................11251 305-299-2444 info@bzice.com
American Beverage Marketers..............11244 812-944-3585 info@abmcocktails.com Lakeside Ballroom | McCormick Place, Chicago | Restaurant.org/BAR
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Exhibitor List
as of 5/4/15
Exhibitor Booth
Big O Ginger Liqueur.............................. 11229 314-239-5811 info@drinkthebigo.com
California Cider Company......................11025 707-829-1101 jeffrey@acecider.com
Brands/Labels: Big O Ginger Liqueur, Big O Reserve
Cape Dreams............................................11203 27-215-312-016 info@croftsales.co.za
Bizoe Wines..............................................11203 27218433307 rikus@bizoe.co.za Brands/Labels: Croydon Bizoe QR Wines
Black Rock Spirits.................................... 11526 206-409-1850 info@blackrockspirits.com
Brands/Labels: Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Colombar Rose Shiraz, Pinotage, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Blend
Carlisle FoodService Products..............11249 405-475-5600 marketing@carlislefsp.com Chatham Imports Inc...............................11023 212-473-1100
Brands/Labels: Bakon Vodka, Sparkle Donkey Silver Tequila, Sparkle Donkey Reposado Tequila, Hot Donkey Cinnamon Reposado Tequila
Brands/Labels: Michter’s Whiskey Crop Organic Vodka Farmer’s Organic Gin
Blue Green Organics, LLC......................11246 855-301-0400 customerservice@bluegreenagave.com
Chopin Vodka............................................11319 917-207-9753 rcarlson@chopinvodka.com
Brands/Labels: 100% Weber Blue Agave Nectar
Brands/Labels: Chopin Potato Vodka, Chopin Rye Vodka, Chopin Wheat Vodka, Dorda Double Chocolate Liqueur
Brewery Ommegang/ Duvel Moortgat USA.................................11414 607-544-1800 info@ommegang.com
Cicerone Certification Program............ 11342 773-549-4800 info@cicerone.org
Brands/Labels: Ommegang Abbey Ale, Ommegang Three Philosophers Quadrupel, Ommegang Hennepin Farmhouse Saison, Ommegang Rare Vos Amber, Ommegang Witte Wheat Ale, Ommegang Hop House
Brewing the American Dream Sam Adams............................................... 11226 617-368-5000 bryan.farbisz@bostonbeer.com Brown-Forman........................................... 11123 502-774-7400 Brands/Labels: Jack Daniel’s, Gentleman Jack, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey, Woodford Reserve, el Jimador Tequilas, Herradura Tequilas, Old Forester
Brands/Labels: BeerSavvy® Road to Cicerone®
Colorado Dept. of Agriculture................11215 303-869-9180 john.addison@state.co.us Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.......11215 303-869-9000 john.addison@state.co.us Brands/Labels: Ska Brewing, Denver Beer Company, Left Hand Brewery, Avery Brewing Company, Twisted Pine
Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Drinks....11215 303-869-9000 john.addison@state.co.us Brands/Labels: BING Beverage Company, Motherlode Provisions
Ca’ Momi Napa Valley............................. 11323 877-622-6664 fran@camomi.com
Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Spirits..... 11215 303-869-9000 john.addison@state.co.us
Brands/Labels: Ca’ Momi
Brands/Labels: Colorado Gold Distillery, Leopold Bros., Vapor Distillery, Breckenridge Distillery, Feisty Spirits
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Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine......11215 303-869-9000 john.addison@state.co.us
Dreyfus Ashby & Co.................................. 11317 212-818-0770 inquiries@dreyfusashby.com
Brands/Labels: Canyon Wind Cellars, Colorado Cider, Redstone Meadery, Meadery of the Rockies
Brands/Labels: Hofstatter Kolbenhof Gewurztraminer, Renato Ratti Marcenasco Barolo, Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico, Tedeschi Amarone della Valpolicella, Griottini Herb Liqueur
Craft Brew Alliance...................................11315 503-572-1731 contact@craftbrew.com Brands/Labels: Widmer .Hefe, Alchmey, Upheval IPA Redhook ESB, LH IPA, Audible Kona Longboard, Fire Rock, Big Wave, Castaway IPA Omission Pale Ale and Lager (Gluten-Free) KCCO Black, KCOO Gold, KCCO White
Defiant Whisky—Blue Ridge Distilling..... 11324 828-245-2041 info@blueridgedistilling.com Brands/Labels: Defiant American Single Malt Whisky
Demitri’s Gourmet Mixes........................11448 800-627-9649 info@demitris.com Brands/Labels: Demitri’s All Natural Bloody Mary Seasonings, Demitri’s RimShots!, Demitri’s All Natural Margarita Mixes
DOMAINE LABRANCHE.......................... 11422 438-824-2073 info@labranche.ca Brands/Labels: Domaine Labranche, Maple and Apple ICE WINES —Cocktails
Don Chelada............................................. 11347 210-805-8931 John.Curtis@DonChelada.com Brands/Labels: Don Chelada Original, Don Chelada Spicy Mix, Don Chelada Lemon Lime
Dos Armadillos Tequila/IPS....................11124 956-683-1003 biz@ipsmx.com Brands/Labels: Dos Armadillos Tequila Blanco 100% Agave Dos Armadillos Tequila Reposado 100% Agave Dos Armadillos Tequila Añejo 100% Agave Dos Armadillos Tequila Extra Añejo 100% Agave
Dutch’s Spirits..........................................11530 845-797-3678 info@dutchsspirits.com Ernst Gouws & Co....................................11203 27218652895 ernst@ernstgouws.co.za Brands/Labels: Chenin blanc, Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnay, Pinotage, Shiraz, Ernst Gouws & Co, Nineteenfiftytwo—Sauvignon blanc/Semillon blend, EG&Co Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Fintech....................................................... 11343 813-288-1980-267 bheiss@fintech.net Brands/Labels: Fintech, Fintech’s OneSource Solution
Forbidden Root........................................ 11325 312-464-7910 robert@forbiddenroot.com Grand Teton Distillery— Potato Vodka..........................................11336b 208-354-7263 karyn@tetonvodka.com GuestMetrics............................................. 11432 703-297-3410 bbarrett@guestmetrics.com Heineken USA, Inc...................................11309 914-681-4100 Honey Grail............................................ 11236g 202-455-5520 info@honeygrailwholesale.com Brands/Labels: Confucius Wisdom Boudica’s Uprising
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IBRAVIN-Wines of Brasil..........................11017 555434551800 daniel@winesofbrasil.com
Koval Distillery.......................................... 11127 312-878-7988 info@koval-distillery.com
Brands/Labels: Aurora, Basso, Miolo, Lidio Carraro, Perini and Salton
Brands/Labels: KOVAL
Indigo Wine Group LLC....................... 11336a 941-483-1816 contact@indigowinegroup.com
Kruto Vodka.............................................. 11532 972-345-0912 caryn@krutovodka.com
Brands/Labels: Robertson Winery, Rustenberg Wines, Barista Reyneke Organic Bouchard Finlayson
La Ric Mal..................................................11203 021 869 0602 mgreen@laricmal.com
International Beverage Alliance, LLC... 11410 720-439-0876 mastercareone@msn.com
Libbey Inc.................................................. 11243 419-325-2288 sdount@libbey.com
International Wines Group..................... 11328 305-537-2721 jnavarro@iwinesgroup.com
Brands/Labels: Libbey Glassware, Syracuse® China, World® Tableware, SCHÖNWALD dinnerware, Spiegelau and Nachtmann glassware and Reed & Barton flatware.
Brands/Labels: Bodegas La Purisima, Pago del Vicario, Dominio de Verderrubi, Lomas del Marques, Casar de Burbia, Abadia de la Oliva
Libby’s Pride Wines.................................11203 827459550 info@libbyspridewines.com
Island Oasis Beverage Company...........11450 800-777-4752 salesadmin@islandoasis.com Brands/Labels: Island Oasis, Barista Fria, Tango Glassware, Fuel, FANS, V8 V-Fusion
Jidvei...........................................................11514 40258881881 office.jidvei@jidvei.ro Brands/Labels: Traditional, Clasic, Grigorescu, Nec Plus Ultra, Tezaur, Owner’s Choice Ana, Owner’s Choice Maria, Mysterium, Castel, Margaritar
Brands/Labels: Shiraz Merlot Carbenett Savinon Signature Red Chardonnay Sauvignon blanc
Liquor Alert................................................11351 855-678-4800 info@liquoralert.com Brands/Labels: Liquor Alert Software, Hardware, Cloud Based System Patented Smart Spout-Patent NO. US8453878
Lost Vineyards.......................................... 11423 585-343-3007 jdorminey@brothersinternational.co Brands/Labels: Lost Vineyards—TreeHugger—Private Labels
JRO/Mizkan Americas.............................. 11133 847-590-0059 David.Rotunno@mizkan.com
Madame Mary, LLC...................................11346 712-210-2329 info@madamemarymix.com
Brands/Labels: Angostura Aromatic Bitters, Angostura Orange Bitters
Brands/Labels: Madame Mary—Original Bloody Mary Mix, Madame Mary—Spicy Bloody Mary Mix
KOOKSOONDANG BREWERY CO.,LTD/ Bekseju USA, Inc......................................11426 323-869-9100 beksejuusa.inc@gmail.com
Malinalli Tequila......................................... 11331 215-947-4700 heath@malinallitequila.com
Brands/Labels: BEKSEJU, Charmsoon Soju, MyungJak Bokbunja (Raspberry), MyungJak Cheongmaesil(Plum), Kooksoondang Draft MakkoliI, Nature’s Bokbunja Makkoli, Kook Soon Dang Ssal Makkoli, iCing Yedam
Mississippi River Distilling Company... 11236c 563-484-4342
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Brands/Labels: Platinum Blanco Extra Anejo
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New Belgium Brewing Company.......... 11322 970-221-0524 Brands/Labels: Fat Tire Amber Ale, Ranger IPA, Snapshot Wheat, Slow Ride Session IPA
Powell & Mahoney....................................11350 978-745-4332 kc@thirsty1.com Brands/Labels: Powell & Mahoney Cocktail Mixers
New Holland Brewing Co......................11336f 248-935-1657 remy@newhollandbrew.com
PRELLA TECHNOLOGIES....................... 11452 630-400-0626 info@prellatech.com
Brands/Labels: Mad Hatter IPA, Dragon’s Milk Stout, Knickerbocker Gin, Beer Barrel Bourbon
Brands/Labels: Tecno Beverage
North American Beverage Co................ 11245 609-399-1486 info@northamericanbeverage.com Brands/Labels: Barritt’s Ginger Beer
Oak Ridge Winery....................................11418 209-369-4758 Organic Mixology.................................. 11236a 310-850-4347 jhm@omspirits.com Brands/Labels: OM Meyer Lemon, Ginger OM Coconut, Lychee OM Cranberry, Blood Orange OM Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt
Pabst Brewing Company.........................11122 817-253-2276 jbennett@pabst.com Brands/Labels: Pabst Blue Ribbon, Schlitz, Lone Star, Lone Star Light, Lone Star Bock, National Bohemian, Primo, Rainier, McSorley’s, Old Style, Old Milwaukee, Stoh’s, Schaefer, Stag, Blast, Colt 45
Pampa Beverages.................................... 11232 305-365-9652 ltobon@pampabev.com Pangea Wine & Spirits..............................11126 941-306-3331 Partender...................................................11442 888-787-4228 sales@partender.com Brands/Labels: Partender Bar Inventory, Food Inventory
Pickett’s Ginger Beer.............................. 11348 303-241-8879 info@pickettbrothersbeverage.com Brands/Labels: Pickett’s #1 Medium Spicy Ginger Beer Concentrate, Pickett’s #3 Hot n’ Spicy Ginger Beer Concentrate
Premium Blend Products.........................11516 305-557-1464 sales@premiumblend.com Brands/Labels: Premium Blend, Santos Sangria , Santos Super Premium Michelada Mix, El Guitarron Agave wine, Klir Red, Rhumbero, Tequesta, Wine based liquors and cordials
Prestige Wine & Spirits Group...............11424 651-649-5800 kpackard@prestigewsg.com Brands/Labels: Greenall’s London Dry Gin, Bloom London Dry Gin, Opihr London Dry Gin, Glen Moray Single Malt Scotch–Classic, Port Cask, 12 YO, 16 YO
ProChile.......................................................11131 56-2-28275100 hgutierrez@prochile.gob.cl R.P. & Associates, Inc./Stoli....................11230 310-372-9709 kathj@rpassociates.us Real Russian Vodka / Premiere Distillery................................... 11336j 847-662-4444 inna@premieredistillery.com Brands/Labels: Real Russian Vodka
Rodionov & Sons Private Distillery......11336i 793-160-0757 info@russiandistiller.com Brands/Labels: Classic Rye, Polugar Single Malt Rye, Polugar Wheat, Polugar Krivatch, 61 Krivatch, 41 (Four Grains Malt), Polugar No1 (Rye & Wheat), Polugar No2 (Garlic & Pepper), Polugar No3 (Caraway), POLUGAR No4 (Honey & Allspice)
Sam Adams............................................... 11224 617-368-5000 bryan.farbisz@bostonbeer.com Brands/Labels: Boston Lager Summer Ale, Grumpy Monk Rebel IPA, Double Agent IPL, Cherry Wheat Porch Rocker, New World Tripel, Thirteenth Hour
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Saugatuck Brewing Company............ 11336g 269-857-7222 tom@sbrewing.com
St. Killian Importing.................... 11326, 11327 617-410-3902 info@stkillian.com
Brands/Labels: Neapolitan Milk Stout, Starburst Wheat Ale, Backyard IPA, Serrano Pepper Ale, Bonfire Brown Ale
Brands/Labels: Carlsberg (Denmark), Kronenbourg 1664 (France), Crabbie’s Original Alcoholic Ginger Beer (UK), Moa (New Zealand), Grimbergen (Belgium)
ServSafe..................................................... 11233 800-765-2122 servsafe@restaurant.org Seven Sisters.............................................11203 710494109 vivian@africanrootswines.com Brands/Labels: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage/Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Moscato, Seven Sisters Rosé, Bukettraube Reserve, Shiraz Reserve, Chardonnay Reserve, Pinotage Reserve, Sauvignon Blanc
Sharaabi Spirits......................................11236l 312-970-0824 info@sharaabispirits.com Brands/Labels: Chaitini: A Vodka Cocktail Mirchitini: A Gin Cocktail Lychitini: A Whiskey Cocktail
Sidney Frank Importing...........................11031 914-637-5843 tmcaleer@sidneyfrank.com Brands/Labels: Jägermeister, Jägermeister Spice,Gekkeikan Sake, American Harvest Organic Spirit, Bärenjäger Honey Liqueurs,Casamigos Tequila, Monkey 47, Sortilege
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co......................11419 530-893-3520 info@sierranevada.com Brands/Labels: Pale Ale, Torpedo Extra IPA, Hop Hunter IPA, Nooner Pilsner, Summerfest Lager, Oktoberfest, Celebration Ale, Kellerweis Hefeweizen, Porter, Stout, Ovila Series, Bigfoot Barleywine, Harvest Series
SmartBrew................................................. 11535 902-402-1452 jeff.wilson@smartbrew.com Brands/Labels: SmartBrew, Natural Brew Inc., Watson Select Wort
South African Wines................................11203 312-939-6530 satradechicago@gmail.com Brands/Labels: African Roots Wine Pty, Croft Sales/Cape Dreams, La Ric Mal, Thandi Wines, Libby Pride Wines, GG Wines, Thokozani Wines, Bizoe Wines, Bayede Wines, Women in Wine
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Stawski Distributing.................................11431 773-278-4848 info@stawskiusa.com Brands/Labels: Lomza Beer, Golden Pheasant, Stawski Beer, Karlovacko, Taj Mahal, Stawski Potato Vodka, Badel Slivovica, Sophia Wines, Ciociosan Vermouth, Honey Wines and much more
Stirrings..................................................... 11255 978-201-2943 larry@stirrings.com Brands/Labels: Stirrings Mixers, Bar Ingredients,Smirnoff Bloody Mary Mixers and Cocktails On Tap
Takara Sake USA Inc................................ 11425 510-540-8250 info@takarasake.com Brands/Labels: Sho Chiku Bai brand of Sake, Takara Mirin and Plum Wine, Hana Flavored Sake, JPOP Chu-Hi, Shochu, KISSUI Vodka
Tessora Liqueurs......................................11408 614-745-7705 marketing@verianoltd.com Thandi Wines (PTY) LTD........................11203 27218813290 info@thandiwines.co.za Brands/Labels: Sparkling White, Sparkling Rose, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Thokozani / Diemersfontein Wines......11203 021-8645050 info@diemersfontein.co.za Brands/Labels: Thokozani CCV, Thokozani SMV, Thokoza Rose Diemersfontein, Pinotage Carpe Dieme Viognier
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Tiburon Rum............................................11236i 847-309-7700 basil@sharkbaitco.com Brands/Labels: Tiburon Rum–a Premium Aged Rum from Belize
Tony Chachere’s Creole Foods.............. 11355 337-308-1850 sol@tonychachere.com Brands/Labels: Tony Chachere’s Creole Bloody Mary
Torr Industries.......................................... 11248 530-247-6909 timo@torrindustires.com Brands/Labels: TORR kegs, SlimTap dispensers, Flexcase refill bags
Trianon Tequila.........................................11430 716-450-2589 mackenzie@gdlimports.com Brands/Labels: Trianon Blanco, Trianon Reposado, Trianon Añejo
Triton Brewing Co................................. 11336d 317-735-2706 athena@tritonbrewing.com Brands/Labels: Railsplitter IPA, Fieldhouse Wheat, SinBin Belgian Pale Ale, Magnificent Amber, Four Barrel Brown Deadeye Stout, Pink Ribbon Saison Wit Or Wit-Out You Gingerbread Brown Hatchblower Pepper IPA
Twang Partners, Ltd................................11454 210-226-7008 foodservice@twang.com Brands/Labels: Twang Cocktail Rimmers, Beer Salt, Margaritaville, Cocktail Candy & Cocktail Spice
Two James Spirits..................................11236f 313-964-4800 twojamesspirits@gmail.com Brands/Labels: Two James 28 Island Vodka, Two James Old Cockney Gin, Two James Grass Widow Bourbon
Wilks & Wilson LLC.................................. 11247 317-602-7977 info@wilksandwilson.com Brands/Labels: Wilks & Wilson Elixirs, The Mix that Kicks,® W&W Distinctive Bitters
William Wolf Pecan Bourbon............. 11236d 954-748-9009 MarlaC@smwsa.com Wine Australia...........................................11415 202-973-6442 usa@wineaustralia.com Brands/Labels: 3 Oceans, BolderTM, Bremerton, Brown Brothers, Battle of Bosworth, Heathcote 2, Hidden Sea, Leconfield, Mallee Estate, Montara Wines, Murray Street, Sirromet, Islander Estate, Geoff Hardy, Terre a Terre, Gatt
Wirtz Beverage........................................ 11527 708-298-3333 Brands/Labels: Bacardí, Ballast Point, Bulleit, Captain Morgan Rum, Deschutes, Don Julio Tequila, George Dickel, Grey Goose, Jack Daniel’s, Kendall Jackson, La Marca, Sonoma Cutrer, Tito’s, Tullamore Dew
Women in Wine........................................11203 27218728967 info@womeninwine.co.za Brands/Labels: Women in Wine Sauvignon Blanc, Women in Wine Chardonnay, Women in Wine Cabernet Sauvignon, Aglaia Chardonnay, Reserve Thalia Merlot, Reserve Euphrosyne Cabernet Sauvingon
Zonin USA, Inc...........................................11518 305-456-7186 info@zoninusa.com Brands/Labels: Zonin Prosecco, Feudo Principi di Butera Nero d’Avola & Insolia, Rocca di Montemassi Le Focaie, Castello d’Albola Chianti Classico, Masseria Altemura Fiano, Castello del Poggio Riesling
Vermont Hard Cider Company.............. 11227 802-388-0700 woody@woodchuck.com Brands/Labels: Woodchuck Hard Cider, Magners Cider, Wyder’s Cider
Vino Beverages, LLC................................11416 347-878-3789 mkatz@vinobev.com
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Twang Partners, Ltd......................................................11454 Wilks & Wilson LLC....................................................... 11247
Specialized Glassware
Bar Entertainment Beyond Zero...................................................................... 11251 Blue Green Organics, LLC..........................................11246 Prella Tech.........................................................................11452
Bar Program Promotional Products Beyond Zero...................................................................... 11251 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Routin America Inc. by “1883 Maison Routin”................................................... 11352 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 Twang Partners, Ltd......................................................11454 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Bar Technology BarVision............................................................................11349 Beyond Zero...................................................................... 11251 Fintech................................................................................11343 Island Oasis...................................................................... 11450 Liquor Alert........................................................................ 11351 Partender...........................................................................11442 Prella Tech.........................................................................11452 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535
Barware & Specialty Bar Equipment & Bar Accessories Beyond Zero...................................................................... 11251 Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Carlisle FoodService Products................................11249 Island Oasis...................................................................... 11450 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Prella Tech.........................................................................11452 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 Stirrings............................................................................... 11255 Torr Industries..................................................................11248
Draft Systems City Winery....................................................................11336c Prella Tech.........................................................................11452 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535
Garnishes Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Demitri’s Gourmet Mixes............................................11448
Mixers & Purees American Beverage Marketers................................11244 Blue Green Organics, LLC..........................................11246 Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Drinks................ 11215 Demitri’s Gourmet Mixes............................................11448 Don Chelada..................................................................... 11347 Dreyfus Ashby & Co....................................................... 11317 International Beverage Alliance, LLC....................11410 Island Oasis...................................................................... 11450 JRO/Mizkan Americas.................................................. 11133 Madame Mary, LLC........................................................11346 North American Beverage Co.................................11245 Pickett’s Ginger Beer....................................................11348 Powell & Mahoney.........................................................11350 Prella Tech.........................................................................11452 Premium Blend Products............................................ 11516 Routin America Inc. by “1883 Maison Routin”............................................. 11352 Stirrings............................................................................... 11255 Tony Chachere’s Creole Foods................................ 11355 20
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Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Island Oasis...................................................................... 11450
Specialized Ice Beyond Zero...................................................................... 11251 Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123
Wine Preservation Systems & Storage City Winery....................................................................11336c Torr Industries..................................................................11248
Beer
.............................................................. Belgian Style Beer Brewery Ommegang/Duvel Moortgat USA.........11414 Cicerone Certification Program..............................11342 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Belgium Brewing Company........................... 11322 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.........................................11419 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 St. Killian Importing..........................................11326, 11327 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Triton Brewing Co.......................................................11336d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Craft/Artisan/Microbrew Belukus Marketing Inc.................................................11027 Brewery Ommegang/Duvel Moortgat USA.........11414 Brewing the American Dream Sam Adams........ 11226 Cicerone Certification Program..............................11342 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Belgium Brewing Company........................... 11322 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Pabst Brewing Company............................................ 11122 Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 Saugatuck Brewing Company..............................11336g Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.........................................11419 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 St. Killian Importing..........................................11326, 11327 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Traveler Beer Co.............................................................11427 Triton Brewing Co.......................................................11336d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Dark Ale/Lager/Stout Brewery Ommegang/Duvel Moortgat USA.......11414 Cicerone Certification Program..............................11342 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Pabst Brewing Company............................................ 11122 Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.........................................11419 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535
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Exhibitor List - By Product St. Killian Importing..........................................11326, 11327 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Triton Brewing Co.......................................................11336d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Hard Cider Angry Orchard Hard Cider........................................ 11222 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 Vermont Hard Cider Company............................... 11227 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
IPA/Hoppy Beer Brewery Ommegang/Duvel Moortgat USA.........11414 Cicerone Certification Program..............................11342 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Belgium Brewing Company........................... 11322 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 Saugatuck Brewing Company..............................11336g Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.........................................11419 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 St. Killian Importing..........................................11326, 11327 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Triton Brewing Co.......................................................11336d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Specialty Beer Belukus Marketing Inc.................................................11027 Brewery Ommegang/Duvel Moortgat USA.........11414 Cicerone Certification Program..............................11342 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Pabst Brewing Company............................................ 11122 Premium Blend Products............................................ 11516 Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 Saugatuck Brewing Company..............................11336g Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.........................................11419 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535 St. Killian Importing..........................................11326, 11327 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Traveler Beer Co.............................................................11427 Triton Brewing Co.......................................................11336d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Wheat Beer Brewery Ommegang/Duvel Moortgat USA.........11414 Cicerone Certification Program..............................11342 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Beer.................... 11215 Craft Brew Alliance........................................................ 11315 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Belgium Brewing Company........................... 11322 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Sam Adams....................................................................... 11224 Saugatuck Brewing Company..............................11336g Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.........................................11419 SmartBrew........................................................................ 11535
as of 5/4/15
St. Killian Importing..........................................11326, 11327 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Traveler Beer Co.............................................................11427 Triton Brewing Co.......................................................11336d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Spirits
.............................................................. Apertif/Digestiv A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Big O Ginger Liqueur................................................... 11229 Dreyfus Ashby & Co....................................................... 11317 Koval Distillery...................................................................11127 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Bourbon/Rye Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Spirits................. 11215 Koval Distillery...................................................................11127 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Two James Spirits....................................................... 11236f Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Brandy/Grappa/Cognac/Calvados A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Cordials/Liqueurs A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Big O Ginger Liqueur................................................... 11229 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Spirits................. 11215 Dreyfus Ashby & Co....................................................... 11317 Koval Distillery...................................................................11127 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Organic Mixology........................................................11236a Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Gin A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Chatham Imports Inc...................................................11023 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Spirits................. 11215 Koval Distillery...................................................................11127 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Prestige Wine & Spirits Group.................................11424 Sharaabi Spirits............................................................ 11236l Two James Spirits....................................................... 11236f Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Mezcal Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Microdistilled/Artisanal Liquors A Hardy USA....................................................................11433
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Big O Ginger Liqueur................................................... 11229 Koval Distillery...................................................................11127 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Sharaabi Spirits............................................................ 11236l Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Rum A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 The Bar Company SA de CV..................................... 11125 Tiburon Rum....................................................................11236i Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 New Holland Brewing Co........................................ 11336f Sharaabi Spirits............................................................ 11236l Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 William Wolf Spirits....................................................11236d Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Whisky - Scotch A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Prestige Wine & Spirits Group.................................11424 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Wine
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Tequila Black Rock Spirits.......................................................... 11526 Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Dos Armadillos Tequila/ IPS...................................... 11124 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Malinalli Tequila................................................................ 11331 Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 The Bar Company SA de CV..................................... 11125 Trianon Tequila............................................................... 11430 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Vermouth Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Vodka A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Austin Cocktails.............................................................. 11225 Black Rock Spirits.......................................................... 11526 Chatham Imports Inc...................................................11023 Chopin Vodka................................................................... 11319 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Spirits................. 11215 Honey Grail.....................................................................11236g International Beverage Alliance, LLC....................11410 Kooksoondang Brewery Co.,Ltd/ Bekseju USA, Inc............................................................11426 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Real Russian Vodka /Premiere Distillery..........11336j Rodionov & Sons Private Distillery.......................11336i Sharaabi Spirits............................................................ 11236l Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Takara Sake USA Inc.....................................................11425 The Bar Company SA de CV..................................... 11125 Two James Spirits....................................................... 11236f Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Whiskey – Irish
Dessert Wine Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine................... 11215 DOMAINE LABRANCHE............................................11422 Honey Grail.....................................................................11236g Jidvei.....................................................................................11514 Kooksoondang Brewery Co.,Ltd/ Bekseju USA, Inc............................................................11426 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Premium Blend Products............................................ 11516 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527 Zonin USA, Inc.................................................................. 11518
Fortified, Kosher, Organic Wine City Winery....................................................................11336c Indigo Wine Group LLC...........................................11336a Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Lost Vineyards.................................................................11423 South African Wines.....................................................11203 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Fruit Wine Bavaria Waldfrucht.................................................... 11336l Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine................... 11215 Kooksoondang Brewery Co.,Ltd/ Bekseju USA, Inc............................................................11426 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Premium Blend Products............................................ 11516 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Naturally Fermented Wine ADVINI................................................................................. 11522 DOMAINE LABRANCHE............................................11422 International Wines Group........................................ 11328 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wine Australia.................................................................. 11415 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
A Hardy USA....................................................................11433 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Non-Alcoholic Wine
Whiskey/Whisky
Red Wine
Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Chatham Imports Inc...................................................11023 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Spirits................. 11215 Defiant Whisky—Blue Ridge Distilling.................11324 Koval Distillery...................................................................11127
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Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 ADVINI................................................................................. 11522 Alessandro di Camporeale........................................ 11223 Bayede Marketing..........................................................11203 Bizoe Wines......................................................................11203 Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Ca’ Momi Napa Valley.................................................. 11323
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Exhibitor List
as of 5/4/15
Cape Dreams...................................................................11203 City Winery....................................................................11336c Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine................... 11215 Dreyfus Ashby & Co....................................................... 11317 Ernst Gouws & Co..........................................................11203 IBRAVIN- Wines of Brasil............................................11017 Indigo Wine Group LLC...........................................11336a International Wines Group........................................ 11328 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Libby’s Pride Wines......................................................11203 Lost Vineyards.................................................................11423 Pampa Beverages.......................................................... 11232 Premium Blend Products............................................ 11516 Seven Sisters....................................................................11203 South African Wines.....................................................11203 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Thandi Wines (PTY) LTD............................................11203 Thokozani /Diemersfontein Wines........................11203 Wine Australia.................................................................. 11415 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527 Women in Wine..............................................................11203 Zonin USA, Inc.................................................................. 11518
Rose/Blush Wine ADVINI................................................................................. 11522 Cape Dreams...................................................................11203 City Winery....................................................................11336c Colorado Department of Agriculture.................... 11215 Colorado Department of Agriculture- Wine..... 11215 IBRAVIN- Wines of Brasil............................................11017 Indigo Wine Group LLC...........................................11336a International Wines Group........................................ 11328 Jidvei.....................................................................................11514 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 South African Wines.....................................................11203 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Thandi Wines (PTY) LTD............................................11203 Wine Australia.................................................................. 11415 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Sake Kooksoondang Brewery Co.,Ltd/ Bekseju USA, Inc............................................................11426 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 Takara Sake USA Inc.....................................................11425 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Sparkling Wine Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Ca’ Momi Napa Valley.................................................. 11323 Cape Dreams...................................................................11203 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine................... 11215 DOMAINE LABRANCHE............................................11422 Honey Grail.....................................................................11236g IBRAVIN- Wines of Brasil............................................11017 International Wines Group........................................ 11328 Jidvei.....................................................................................11514 Kooksoondang Brewery Co.,Ltd/ Bekseju USA, Inc............................................................11426 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Lost Vineyards.................................................................11423 Sidney Frank Importing...............................................11031 South African Wines.....................................................11203 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Thandi Wines (PTY) LTD............................................11203
Wine Australia.................................................................. 11415 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527 Zonin USA, Inc.................................................................. 11518
Spiced/Mulled Wine Bavaria Waldfrucht.................................................... 11336l Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Lost Vineyards.................................................................11423 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527
Sweet Wine Alessandro di Camporeale........................................ 11223 Cape Dreams...................................................................11203 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine................... 11215 DOMAINE LABRANCHE............................................11422 Honey Grail.....................................................................11236g Indigo Wine Group LLC...........................................11336a International Wines Group........................................ 11328 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Lost Vineyards.................................................................11423 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Wine Australia.................................................................. 11415 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527 Zonin USA, Inc.................................................................. 11518
White Wine ADVINI................................................................................. 11522 Alessandro di Camporeale........................................ 11223 Bayede Marketing..........................................................11203 Bizoe Wines......................................................................11203 Brown-Forman................................................................. 11123 Ca’ Momi Napa Valley.................................................. 11323 Cape Dreams...................................................................11203 City Winery....................................................................11336c Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.................................. 11215 Colorado Dept. of Agriculture—Wine................... 11215 Dreyfus Ashby & Co....................................................... 11317 Ernst Gouws & Co..........................................................11203 Honey Grail.....................................................................11236g IBRAVIN- Wines of Brasil............................................11017 Indigo Wine Group LLC...........................................11336a International Wines Group........................................ 11328 Jidvei.....................................................................................11514 Libbey Inc..........................................................................11243 Libby’s Pride Wines......................................................11203 Lost Vineyards.................................................................11423 Pampa Beverages.......................................................... 11232 Premium Blend Products............................................ 11516 Seven Sisters....................................................................11203 South African Wines.....................................................11203 Stawski Distributing.......................................................11431 Thandi Wines (PTY) LTD............................................11203 Thokozani / Diemersfontein Wines......................11203 Wine Australia.................................................................. 11415 Wirtz Beverage............................................................... 11527 Women in Wine..............................................................11203 Zonin USA, Inc.................................................................. 11518
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BAR at NRA Show | May 17-18, 2015
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