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08-22-26

Here is a summary of the stories featured in the Liquor Industry News collection on Flipboard:

1. Market Trends & Demographics

• Gallup Poll: U.S. Drinkers Shift Toward Spirits as Beer Declines (The Spirits Business)
  • Key Findings: Overall U.S. alcohol consumption remains at a record low of 54%. Among those who do drink, preferences are continuing to shift away from beer and toward spirits.
  • Breakdown: Beer leads slightly with 36% of drinkers, while spirits closely follow at 32% (up 12% over the last decade) and wine holds steady at 30%. Spirits are especially popular among younger adults (ages 18–34) and women (37% preference).
  • Health Awareness: Over 50% of Americans believe even moderate daily drinking (1–2 drinks) negatively affects health, and 17% reported trying non-alcoholic alternatives in the past year.

2. Spirits & Whiskey Releases

• Koopers Whiskey Releases Texas Oak Finished Bourbon (The Spirits Business)
  • The Product: Texas-based blending house Koopers Whiskey introduced a limited-edition (360 bottles) 8-year-old Bourbon finished in toasted Texas-grown white oak barrels crafted by Standard Cooperage in Blanco, Texas.
  • Details: Bottled at a barrel proof of 57.4% ABV with a mashbill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. Master blender Troy Kooper designed the release to highlight local Texan white oak character alongside aged MGP bourbon.

3. Ready-To-Drink (RTD) & Cocktails

• Is the Tequila in Your Seltzer Any Good? (The Tequila Report)
  • The Myth vs. Reality: Contrary to popular belief, carbonation does not hide low-quality spirits—it amplifies off-flavors and volatile compounds.
  • Quality Indicators: Top-quality canned tequila seltzers use 100% agave tequila, display their distillery NOM, and list minimal ingredients without heavy artificial sweeteners or flavorings. High-end seltzers can contain the equivalent of 1.35 to over 2.1 ounces of standard tequila per can.

4. Wine & Regional Highlights

• Why Provence Sets the Gold Standard for Rosé (VinePair)
  • Overview: A deep-dive infographic highlighting the history, climate, and winemaking traditions that made the Provence region of France the global benchmark for crisp, high-quality rosé wine.

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