Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

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04-10-26

The Flipboard “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 04-10-26,” curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine), features 19 stories regarding recent developments in the wine and spirits sectors. Key highlights include:

• Southwest Airlines “Sip and Ship”: Starting April 24, the airline will allow passengers flying out of wine country regions to check one case of wine (up to 12 bottles) for free.
• Dos Hombres Tequila Launch: Breaking Bad stars Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston have expanded their “Dos Hombres” brand from mezcal into tequila, debuting a $40 Blanco and a $50 Reposado produced in Jalisco, Mexico.
• Sazerac’s First Tennessee Whiskey: Buffalo Trace owner Sazerac has revealed details regarding its first Tennessee distillery and whiskey project, nearly a decade after purchasing the site.
• Bev-Alc Growth: Blue Cloud’s crossover portfolio (which includes Hard MTN Dew and Lipton Hard Iced Tea) reported a 30% revenue growth over the past year, highlighting the continued rise of “hard” soft drink alternatives.
• Italian Wine Trends: In preparation for Vinitaly 2026, Italian white wine appellations are focusing on differentiation strategies to help international buyers navigate their various regions.
• Education and Pairing: The collection includes resources on managing “Umami” when pairing food and wine, aiming to simplify one of the more difficult flavor profiles for consumers.

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