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Cookie Dough-Flavored Whiskies

Dough Ball to Expand into 25 Additional States Across the Country

— June 2, 2022 — Lifestyle
Dough Ball, the deliciously bold cookie dough flavored whiskey, recently announced its national expansion to 25states across the country. The new market expansion meets the growing consumer desire for flavored whiskey. The delicious whiskey is crafted with notes of toasted caramel and a hint of sweetness. It can be enjoyed as a shot, added to a cocktail, or sipped on the rocks.

“This is the beginning of an era for Dough Ball as the flavored whiskey category continues to expand and rise to new heights,” said Joey Parris, Chief Marketing Officer of MPL Brands. “We wanted to create a whiskey that is a stand-out amongst competitors while also being something approachable and fun for every kind of consumer."

Dough Ball is available nationwide at major retailers such as Walmart, Kroger, Bevmo, Total Wine, Hy-Vee, and Safeway.
Trend Themes
1. Flavored Whiskey Craze - The growing consumer desire for flavored whiskey presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the alcohol industry
2. Unconventional Alcohol Flavoring - The success of Dough Ball highlights a trend towards unconventional alcohol flavorings that could be leveraged by innovative distilleries
3. Fun and Approachable Spirits - Dough Ball's emphasis on approachability and fun could inspire other spirits brands to prioritize those qualities in their products
Industry Implications
1. Alcohol - The expansion of Dough Ball and the popularity of flavored whiskey provides opportunities for innovation in the alcohol industry
2. Food and Beverage Retail - Major retailers like Walmart and Kroger are carrying Dough Ball, indicating a potential growth opportunity for retailers in the flavored whiskey market
3. Party and Event Planning - Fun and approachable alcohol like Dough Ball could be leveraged by event planners looking to add a unique twist to their events
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