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Liquor Industry News 11-01-21

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Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE, IWM*

11-01-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Hot New Wine Trends for Cooler Weather

Want to make a better Manhattan? Pay close attention to the vermouth

There are nearly 9,000 craft breweries in the US – but big beer dominates

11 Reasons to Drink Prosecco

Some say no other beverage defines the Italian philosophy of la dolce vita, or the good life, quite like Prosecco.

https://www.winemag.com/2015/09/30/11-reasons-you-should-be-drinking-prosecco/

9 Tricks To Find A Good, Cheap Bottle Of Wine

The holy grail is finding a good bottle of wine for under $10.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/9-tricks-to-find-a-good-cheap-bottle-of-wine/

The Italian wine sector demonstrates its resilience by confirming itself as the largest producer in the world

The research shows that Italy is confirmed as the world leader ahead of Spain and France despite the difficulties caused by the pandemic

https://romebusinessschool.com/blog/rome-business-school-study-the-italian-wine-sector-demonstrates-its-resilience-by-confirming-itself-as-the-largest-producer-in-the-world-18/

Conor McGregor’s Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey may be forced to change its name

According to the new proposals, “the labelling, packaging, advertising, or promotion of an Irish Whiskey must not include a reference to any number

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/10/conor-mcgregors-proper-no-twelve-irish-whiskey-may-be-forced-to-change-its-name/

How to Buy Wine at the Supermarket, According to Sommeliers

Sommeliers drink supermarket wine, too.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/11/17/best-grocery-store-wine/

The Differences Between New and Old Oak, Explained

But barrels have evolved into more than simple storage vessels

https://www.winemag.com/2021/10/19/new-oak-wine-aged/

Mass. officials consider doubling taxes on beer, wine and liquor

Doubling the excise taxes, Khan said, would generate $67 million in new taxes and allow the state to invest more in substance use treatment and prevention.

https://whdh.com/news/mass-officials-consider-doubling-taxes-on-beer-wine-and-liquor/

What Wine Should I Order on a First Date?

When sitting down for a first dinner date, wine selection — assuming, of course, both parties like and want to drink wine — can serve as an opportunity to show one’s personality and create conversation.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ask-a-somm-first-date-wine/

Is Your Palate Able to Discern a Biodynamic Wine?

The tasters stated that one wine had much better balance and acidity and lacked the extraneous aromas and flavors of the other wine, a purer expression of the fruit.

https://www.theexaminernews.com/is-your-palate-able-to-discern-a-biodynamic-wine/

10 Things You Should Know About Franzia

It’s almost impossible to think of bag-in-box wine without thinking about Franzia

https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-franzia-box-wine-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=73736e0775-OCT_20_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-73736e0775-38937345&mc_cid=73736e0775&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A shortage of glass bottles means wine is sitting in barrels for longer, leading it to taste ‘like a sawmill’

The supply-chain issues snaring container ships in traffic jams and emptying store shelves are also threatening one of California’s most famous products — wine.

https://www.businessinsider.com/wine-bottle-glass-shortage-different-taste-supply-chain-issues-2021-10

The Difference Between Coca-Cola and Pepsi, Explained

Whether you’re a casual soda drinker or a soft drink fiend, odds are you have a strong opinion when it comes to the longstanding rivalry of Coca-Cola versus Pepsi.

https://vinepair.com/articles/coca-cola-vs-pepsi-explained/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e962a0e89a-OCT_21_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e962a0e89a-38937345&mc_cid=e962a0e89a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Rum & Pepsi? How Coca-Cola Won the Cocktail Wars

Among the modern world’s bitterest rivalries (Red Sox versus Yankees, CrossFit versus joy) lies Coca-Cola and Pepsi.

https://vinepair.com/articles/coca-cola-cocktail-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e962a0e89a-OCT_21_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e962a0e89a-38937345&mc_cid=e962a0e89a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

French Wine Attracts Younger US Men

A recent wine survey revealed some interesting findings about US wine consumers.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/10/french-wine-attracts-younger-us-men

New Label Technology

Many in the wine industry talk about the new things in label design that is revolutionizing the industry.

https://recentlyheard.com/2021/10/20/is-the-wine-industry-ready-for-new-label-technology/

Actress Chrissy Metz launches The Joyful Heart Wine Company

Actress Chrissy Metz, best known for her role in the television series This Is Us, has launched The Joyful Heart Wine Company.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/10/actress-chrissy-metz-launches-the-joyful-heart-wine-company/

The 25 Best Cabernet Sauvignons for 2021

Many In STOCK!

https://vinepair.com/articles/25-best-cabernet-sauvignons-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6bcb63160d-OCT_22_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6bcb63160d-38937345&mc_cid=6bcb63160d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

There are nearly 9,000 craft breweries in the US – but big beer dominates

Small breweries have set up in almost every town in the US but getting bigger is not easy

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/oct/21/craft-breweries-face-big-obstacles

Hot New Wine Trends for Cooler Weather

From sparkling wines to sustainability, here’s what wine pros are talking about

https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/fall-wine-trends/

Demystifying mezcal and discovering why this artisan liquor deserves another sip

While tequila has had its moment and bourbon has its legions of fans, mezcal can lead some drinkers with lingering questions.

https://foodsided.com/2021/10/21/demystifying-mezcal-discovering-artisan-liquor/

Want to make a better Manhattan? Pay close attention to the vermouth

As you mix yourself a cocktail with Italian vermouth, such as the Manhattan, consider the specific rich, sweet complexity the vermouth adds to the drink.

https://www.salon.com/2021/10/22/want-to-make-a-better-manhattan-pay-close-attention-to-the-vermouth/

French agencies to check pesticide exposure of residents in wine-growing areas

France’s food and public health agencies, Anses and Santé Publique France, have announced that they would be launching a study on pesticide exposure among people living in wine-growing areas.