Good cheer for beer and spirits stocks?

• Retailers and restaurateurs are optimistic that holiday spending on adult beverages will pick up this holiday season due to the improved economic backdrop, according to research firm Technomic.
• Though consumers are likely to stick with many of their built-up cost assessment habits, strong brands could see a sales boost on some splurging.
• Spirits/beer stocks: BUD, DEO, OTCPK:CABGY, TAP, SAM, BF.A, BF.B, STZ, OTCPK:PDRDY, OTCPK:STBFY.