Ted Simmons is a US Correspondent at various media outlets, including Newswav and Corporate Board Member. He specializes in the food and beverage industry, with a particular focus on beverages, exploring the latest trends and insights. Ted's work has been featured in notable publications such as Insider, VinePair, Wine Enthusiast, InsideHook, and The Spirits Business.
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Ted Simmons' focus is primarily on the spirits and alcohol industry, with a heavy emphasis on press releases and private sector announcements. To effectively pitch to Ted, consider offering exclusive insights or access to new product launches, innovative trends in the spirits market, or behind-the-scenes looks at distilleries.
As Ted's coverage attributes indicate a strong reliance on official announcements and promotions, he may be particularly interested in pitches that provide early access to breaking news within the spirits industry or unique angles for promoting new products.
It's important to note that while specific geographic focus isn't mentioned, it would be beneficial to tailor any pitches related to local distilleries or regional alcohol trends if targeting a particular area.
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As whisky struggles globally, brands from less established countries have a chance to recalibrate, Ted Simmons reports.
After leaving Widow Jane, and a few false starts later, the self-proclaimed itinerant distiller found a new home at Whiskey Thief Distilling.
Fuelled by visitors to the Bourbon Trail, Louisville’s cocktail scene is growing, with options extending beyond traditional serves.
Just as it takes time for whiskey to mature, the same can be true for a city’s craft whiskey scene. New players emerge, old ones are acquired, and an identity takes shape that wasn’t there before. In New York, some craft producers have latched on to rye both as a historically accurate style for the region and a useful base for cocktails. Old Grains, New Habits As the city’s cocktail consciousness expands, brands like Great Jones, Fort Hamilton, and Jaywalk are meeting the moment with affordable, flavor-driven whiskeys.
Just as it takes time for whiskey to mature, the same can be true for a city's craft whiskey scene. New players emerge, old ones are acquired, and an identity takes shape that wasn't there before.
By: Ted Simmons
Innovation drives the whiskey market but rarely does it happen at the point of distillation. Finishing barrels, maturation length and mash bill are all commonly adjusted variables, while the still type has largely remained a binary choice between pot and column or some hybrid of the two.
