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This link provided is part of a daily series called “Liquor Industry News,” curated by Mark Lenzi. Lenzi is a highly certified wine and spirits professional (CSW, CSS, CWAS), owner of Franklin Liquors in Massachusetts, and co-host of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) podcast.
Each day, he compiles a digital magazine on Flipboard that acts as a professional digest for the beverage industry. Since today is April 30, 2026, this specific edition is the latest “snapshot” of the global wine, beer, and spirits landscape.
What to Expect in the April 30, 2026 Edition
While the specific stories are updated every 24 hours, these daily magazines typically feature 10–20 articles covering:
- Market Trends: Updates on “premiumization” shifts, consumer spending habits, and the continued growth of no- and low-alcohol beverages.
- Production & Tech: Recent stories have focused on AI in vineyards, sustainable packaging (like the shift to aluminum and boxed spirits), and technical deep-dives into mashing and distillation processes.
- Legal & Regulatory Updates: Tracking TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) moves, such as potential mandatory ingredient labeling and changes to interstate shipping laws.
- Culture & Mixology: Profiles on trending cocktails, spirits education (like the rise of Mexican Gin), and wine region travel guides.
About the Curator
Mark Lenzi uses these curations to stay connected with the industry and often uses the featured stories as the foundation for his podcast episodes. He has been running this series daily for several years, pulling from reputable sources like The Drinks Business, VinePair, Wine Enthusiast, and The Spirits Business.
If you’re a professional in the trade or just a serious enthusiast, it’s one of the most efficient ways to keep a pulse on the industry without having to hunt through dozens of different trade publications yourself.
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