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Saturday, July 4, 2026

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1:12 PMBloomberg Markets

Jim Beam Maintains 230 Years of Tradition and Evolution

Summary

Jim Beam’s seventh and eighth generation master distillers say the flagship bourbon still uses the same 230 year old recipe. They also describe how the company is expanding, including a push into non-alcoholic products.

Why it matters

A legacy spirits brand entering non-alcoholic products signals supply chains built for long aging cycles are being complemented by shorter-cycle, innovation-driven production.

9:19 AMBloomberg Markets

Wirecutter Taste Tested 31 Hot Dogs. Sabrett Won.

Summary

A Wirecutter taste test of 31 all beef hot dogs picked Sabrett as the top choice based on texture, flavor, spice balance, appearance in a bun, and performance with condiments. The tester emphasized how the hot dog holds up structurally and how its seasoning profile works with typical toppings.

Why it matters

A high visibility product pick can shift grocery demand toward producers with tighter quality control and more standardized processing.

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