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05-02-2022
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How Do You Know if a Wine Has Gone Bad?
The key differences between liquor and liqueur
What happens when you combine wine and weed?
Low Yields, Phenomenal Quality: 11 Mouthwatering New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs
There’s only one problem: demand has outstripped supply
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/15/new-zealand-sauvignon-blanc-2022/
8 Things You Should Know About Manischewitz
The wine’s storied history begins in the 1940s at Brooklyn’s Monarch Wine Company, the owners of which set out to create a kosher wine for New York City’s Jewish immigrant population.
https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-manischewitz-wine/
10 Tricks for Using Up Leftover Wine
From making jam to pan sauce, here’s how you can take extra wine and give it a new lease on life.
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/tricks-for-using-up-leftover-wine
The Differences Between Vintage and NonVintage Wines, Explained
On its face, the difference between vintage and nonvintage wines is simple.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/01/difference-vintage-nonvintage-wine/
Why doesn’t Swiss wine make it out of Switzerland?
The phrase heard the most from visitors to the Swiss canton of Valais is “I had no idea there were so many vineyards.”
https://www.euronews.com/culture/2022/04/17/why-doesn-t-swiss-wine-make-it-out-of-switzerland
Why You Should Second-Guess The Cheap Wine Option At Restaurants
Perhaps you decide to order the second-cheapest bottle of wine: This way, you can still enjoy an “expensive” wine without spending too much money.
What Is The Real Alcohol Content Of Your Wine?
Although winemakers are required to report the wine’s alcohol level on the label, they are allowed a one percent error margin
red wine corking and tasting closeup macro
https://southfloridareporter.com/what-is-the-real-alcohol-content-of-your-wine/
Climate change: ‘We’re making wine in Norway’
But climate change is pushing vineyards further north and south towards the poles.
https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61093929
New Beer
Anheuser-Busch is launching Neon Burst, a new fruit-flavored sparkling hard drink. Launching in convenience channels, the brand is available in the flavors Punch Blast–featuring flavors of pineapple, passionfruit, orange, raspberry, cherry, and apple–and Grape Blowout, composed of grape and citrus flavors. Both options are at 8% abv. Neon Burst is available now in 25-ounce cans nationwide and in 16-ounce cans in many states.
HARD MTN Dew Details — 5% Alcohol Mountain Dew Released
PepsiCo. and Boston Beer Company officially launched a suite of spiked Mountain Dew Beverages, HARD MTN DEW.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/boston-beer-pepsico-boozy-mountain-dew/
8 of the Best Wine and Spirits Brands With African Roots
From RTD cocktails and non-alcoholic mixers to complex wines, flavorful craft beers, and decadent spirits, the presence of Black-owned beverage brands on the shelves of grocery stores, wine shops, and other establishments is becoming commonplace.
How Sustainable is ‘Green’ Wine Packaging?
So, what makes some wine packaging sustainable, and others not so much?
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/18/sustainable-wine-packaging/
The Differences Between Organic, Biodynamic, and Sustainable Wines
Read on to learn which winemaking style is ruled by the zodiac, which do and don’t contain added sulfites, and more.
https://vinepair.com/articles/organic-vs-biodynamic-vs-sustainable-wine/
What happens when you combine wine and weed?
Both are used to relax at the end of the day, to take the edge off, as a social experience, and both have complex smells and flavors that make them ripe for pairing with food — and each other.
https://cannigma.com/cannabis-news/wine-and-weed-tannins-and-terpenes/
Our Lady of Wine
Thanks to Antónia’s innovation, small farmers in the region were inspired to try the same techniques — a wave of regeneration that salvaged the entire region’s economy. Wine remained Portugal’s primary export until 1930, and Antónia died the richest woman in Portugal.
https://www.ozy.com/pg/newsletter/the-daily-dose/446154/
Why Your Favorite Bottle of Wine Can Help You Choose Your Next Favorite Olive Oil
Recognizing high levels of phenols in quality wine and oil is less daunting than it sounds because ultimately, both wine and olive oil should both just taste really good.
https://vinepair.com/articles/phenolics-wine-olive-oil/
Can Foil-Free Bottles Help Solve Wine’s Waste Problem?
When it comes to wine packaging, environmentally conscious oenophiles often look toward solutions for replacing glass bottles.
https://vinepair.com/articles/foil-wine-bottles-sustainability/
Bud Light Seltzer Releases ‘Cocktail Hour’ Themed Variety Pack
In anticipation of summer, Bud Light has released a Bud Light Seltzer Cocktail Hour variety pack in four fruit-based flavors.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/bud-light-seltzer-cocktail-hour-variety-pack/
A SOMMELIER ON THE FLOOR INCREASES RESTAURANT WINE SALES 32% COMPARED WITH WAIT STAFF HANDLING WINE
The results were stunning. Wine sales for the weekends with a sommelier averaged 32% higher in dollar terms,
Stoli vodka makes big statement regarding its stance on Ukraine
Having recently changed its name from Stolichnaya to Stoli to distance itself from its former Russian ties, the vodka brand has unveiled a limited edition bottle, with all proceeds going towards helping Ukraine refugees.
Elephants in the Natural Wine Room
Let’s face it: Natural Wine is having a moment. Everyone in the wine world is talking about it in some way or form.
https://www.verovinogusto.com/vero-blog/2022/4/16/what-is-natural-wine-organic-natty-wine-defects
New Rodney
Healdsburg, California-based Rodney Strong Vineyards is introducing a new Sonoma County Red Blend. The inaugural 2019 vintage is made predominantly of Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc making up the rest of the blend. In addition to its namesake brand, Rodney Strong Vineyards’ offerings include Davis Bynum Wines, Knotty Vines, Upshot Wines, and Rowen Wine Company. Its holdings include 11 estate vineyards across Sonoma County
The key differences between liquor and liqueur, plus common types to know
The two terms – often used interchangeably – actually refer to two different categories in the alcoholic beverage world, as they vary in both taste and use.
https://www.insider.com/liquor-vs-liqueur
Martini Olives Are a Matter of Taste
If you make a martini with an olive, choose wisely. As one of precious few ingredients in the drink, the type of olive you select will affect the flavors, texture and, of course, appearance of your cocktail.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/20/best-olives-martini/
The nine best selling Champagne brands in the United States
After the United States became the biggest export market for Champagne by volume in 2021, we reveal the best selling Champagne brands in America.
New Woodbridge
Constellation Brands has extended Woodbridge with a new range of Sparkling Infusions. The 11.5% abv lineup includes Sweet Peach, Black Raspberry, and Strawberry & Kiwi expressions retailing at $11-$12 a 750-ml. Woodbridge’s new Sparkling Infusions are debuting nationally. They follow the rollout of Woodbridge’s 3-liter box packaging, which Constellation says has received a strong reception.
Amazon New Tech
The retail giant continues to explore the world of app technology in a bid to transform how wine is bought.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2022/04/amazon-launches-latest-tech
Is Genetic Engineering the Key to Making Perfect Wine?
A little biotechnology is poised to disrupt a very ancient craft.
https://www.thedailybeast.com/genetic-engineering-could-be-the-key-to-making-perfect-wine
Multi-Vintage Wines Are Becoming a Thing
Once confined to sparkling wine, the use of multi-vintages is spreading
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/multi-vintage-producers/
Natural Wine Sets Its Sights on Vermouth
Winemakers are demonstrating that vermouth can be just as variable and expressive of place as wine itself.
https://punchdrink.com/articles/natural-wine-vermouth/
How Do You Know if a Wine Has Gone Bad?
The reasons why a wine can go from amazing to blah, seemingly overnight
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/know-how-wine-goes-bad/
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04-29-22
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04-25-2022
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
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What’s Next for Non-Alcoholic Wine?
This is the most popular spirit brand on the internet
8 Things You Should Know About Bud Light
Why champagne will always be a status symbol!
Champagne’ used to be really seductive word a few decades back.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/04/why-champagne-will-always-be-a-status-symbol/
Are There Benefits to American Oak Over French?
If a tree falls in the forest, does it matter the forest from which it came? Winemakers seem to think so.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/11/are-there-benefits-to-american-oak-over-french/
What Are Sulfites? And Why They’re in Your Food
Here’s what could be causing the ugly side effects of drinking wine.
https://www.eatthis.com/what-are-sulfites-food/
The TTB Weighs in on ‘Clean Wine’
If they come across producers using the term ‘Clean Wine,’ says the TTB, “consumers should not interpret the term as meaning that the beverage is organic or has met other production standards set by TTB.“
https://www.vinography.com/2022/04/the-ttb-weighs-in-on-clean-wine
8 Things You Should Know About Bud Light
Bud Light is a true American classic; the cobalt blue label can be seen everywhere from ballparks to summer barbecues, ice rinks, golf courses, boat rides, and frat parties.
New Cayman Jack
Cayman Jack, part of the Mark Anthony portfolio, has released a new Margarita Variety Pack with flavors including Margarita, Strawberry, Mango, and Watermelon. The flavored malt beverage brand’s new pack includes three 12-ounce slim cans each of those flavors, which are at 5.8% abv. The rollout comes following a period of strong growth for Cayman Jack, which saw volume increase 50% in IRI channels last year.
This is the most popular spirit brand on the internet
The most popular spirit brands on the internet have been revealed by a new study, and an emerging vodka brand has swooped straight into the top five…
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/04/this-is-the-most-popular-spirit-brand-on-the-internet/
How to Pour Wine Without Spilling a Drop
If you’ve ever wondered how to pour wine without leaving a Jackson Pollock-style aftermath on your counter, rest assured, you’re not alone.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/12/how-to-pour-wine/
MISSION – THE HISTORIC VARIETAL THAT REFUSES TO DIE
Is this interest in light, bony red wines indicative of a pervasive market trend? Undoubtedly not.
https://www.lodigrowers.com/mission-the-historic-varietal-that-refuses-to-die/
Making Vermouth Is Easier Than You Think
Making perishable wine into slightly less perishable vermouth is a battle against time.
What are Tannins, Really?
They’re present in the wood, bark, leaves and fruit of plants as various as oak, rhubarb, tea, walnut, cranberry, cacao and grapes.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/11/tannins-wine-guide/
A Simple Guide to Wine From the Canary Islands
Wine is probably not the first vision that comes to mind when thinking of the Canary Islands.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/15/simple-canary-island-wine-guide/
A new (or is it old?) definition of wine balance
A wine can be described as “balanced” when all its sensory qualities are in harmony, without excess of one element or another.
https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/A-new–or-is-it-old—definition-of–balance-
Can We Please Move On From Frosé?
It’s time to stop pretending the slushy wine cocktail was ever good
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/no-way-frose/
Beyond New Zealand: More Great Regions for Quality Sauvignon Blanc
From Italy to California, there are many regions that excel at this popular white grape
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/sauvignon-blanc-worldwide/
Wine eco-certifications: What they mean and how to read them
Here are a few things to consider while you’re scanning wine labels.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2022/04/14/what-wine-certifications-mean/
What’s Next for Non-Alcoholic Wine?
Do booze-free bubbles and no-ABV wines have a place in your glass? Sommeliers duke it out.
https://www.insidehook.com/article/booze/non-alcoholic-wine-guide
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04-22-22
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04-18-2022
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How to Pair Wine and Potato Chips
National bottle bill likely to land in Congress soon
13 Things You Should Know About Chartreuse
What Are Top Shelf Liquors, And Does It Matter?
The liquor world is full of a dizzying number of terms meant to denote quality.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/01/top-shelf-liquor-explained/
BUSCH URGES DRINKERS TO PEE IN BEER CANS AS ENVIRONMENTAL ACT
The brew is selling ‘pee in a Busch’ funnel kits—says urinating on trees is not good for the environment
13 Things You Should Know About Chartreuse
The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Chartreuse liqueur is probably the zingy yellow-green color that perfectly complements its name
National bottle bill likely to land in Congress soon
West Coast lawmakers plan to introduce a national container deposit bill that one advocate says has a better chance of passing than past proposals because of wide “industry engagement.”
Reverse vending machine. Woman hand put empty plastic bottle in the machine. Reverse vending machine for refund and recycling metal drink cans, plastic and glass bottles
Gov. Baker signs legislation extending outdoor dining, to-go cocktails to April 2023
Expanded outdoor dining and to-go cocktails are here to stay in Massachusetts for at least another year after Gov. Charlie Baker signed a $1.6. billion spending bill that included extensions for the pandemic-era rules.
An Invigorating History of Tonic Wines
Feeling lethargic and in need of a pick-me-up? There’s a type of wine for that. Or, at least, there was.
https://vinepair.com/articles/history-of-tonic-wines/
If You Care About What’s in Your Wine, It’s Time to Pay Attention to the Workers Who Make It
For decades, sustainability initiatives in agriculture have centered on organic growing practices and animal welfare.
https://vinepair.com/articles/wine-workers-quality-of-life/
Dry Lambrusco Is Delicious—Why Is It Also So Hard To Find?
The Italian sparkling red is having an effervescent comeback, but supply hasn’t caught up with demand.
https://food52.com/drinks/wine/27289-why-lambrusco-is-so-hard-to-find
The 13 Best Types Of Wines To Use For Mulled Wine
Mulled wine, glög, glühwein — whatever you call it, it’s coziness in a mug.
Scientists have revealed the world’s most universally-loved smell
New research has revealed the most universally-loved smell in the world, and it’s an aroma that oenophiles will be well used to detecting in their wine.
US craft beer scene grows as new figures and top 50 breweries revealed
US craft breweriess collectively produced 24.8 million barrels of beer last year, according to new figures from the Brewers Association (BA).
North Italy suffers over 100 days of drought
North Italy is experiencing a drought which could be significant for the coming growing season, reports Aldo Fiordelli.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/north-italy-suffers-over-100-days-of-drought-477652/
Georgian wine takes a pounding as Russia invades Ukraine
Wine exports had been booming, but largely to Russia and Ukraine. Now the industry is trying to reorient, including to China.
https://eurasianet.org/georgian-wine-takes-a-pounding-as-russia-invades-ukraine
Wine report card gets an ‘F’
They subsequently proposed to include alcoholic beverages in the Nutri-Score format with a large ‘F’ along with a pictogram of risk to pregnant women and the actual quantities of sugar, calories and alcohol.
https://www.therealreview.com/2022/04/06/wine-report-card-gets-an-f/
Miller Lite Is Selling ‘Beer Drops’ to Make Other Light Beers Taste More Like Miller Lite
The brand insists beer “shouldn’t taste like water,” so you might as well add a little Miller Lite flavor.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/miller-lite-beer-flavor-drops
Understanding Chianti Classico’s New UGA Classification
Chianti Classico’s new UGA classification stands for Unità Geografiche Aggiuntive, or Additional Geographical Units, and will allow Chianti Classico producers to include this additional, sub-regional information on certain bottles.
https://vinepair.com/articles/chianti-classico-uga-explainer/
Don’t Break Up the Big Wine & Spirit Wholesalers
There is a much better and more effective way of bringing competitiveness to the the wine and spirits industry
https://tomwark.substack.com/p/dont-break-up-the-big-wine-and-spirit?s=r
The Differences Between Rioja and Ribera del Duero, Explained
In Spain, if you want vino tinto, or red wine, you usually order by region, asking the waiter to bring a glass of Rioja or Ribera del Duero. Both regions produce ageworthy, Tempranillo-based red wines with bold fruit flavors and notes of toast and spice.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/05/rioja-vs-ribera-del-duero-wine/
How to Pair Wine and Potato Chips
While some of us need no convincing, there are several good reasons to pair wine and potato chips
https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/05/how-to-pair-wine-and-potato-chips/
New App Combivino Pairs over 900 Types of Wine and 76 Styles of Beer with 2,000 Recipes
The first virtual sommelier is now available online – Combivino is the smart app that pairs 2,000 recipes to hundreds of wine labels and over 70 types of craft beers.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/app-combivino-pairs-over-900-084000222.html
Why wine is tasted with your brain, not your palate
The role of perception in food and wine production
https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Why-wine-is-tasted-with-your-brains–not-your-palate
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04-15-22
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04-11-2022
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What’s Your Chardonnay?
Every Drink Is Seltzer Now
TTB Warns Against Misleading Health Claims
How Much Gold Is Actually in Goldschläger?
Goldschläger, a sweet and syrupy cinnamon liqueur whose popularity peaked in the 1990s, is best known for its titular ingredient — flaked gold.
https://vinepair.com/articles/goldschlager-gold-cotent/
With Millennia of History, Turkish Wine Continues to Evolve
Turkey’s wine heritage dates back nearly 7,000 years, and its contemporary wine culture continues to evolve.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/21/turkish-wine-guide/
9 Things You Should Know About The Glenlivet
The tides changed for Scotch whisky makers in 1823, when the Excise Act passed, allowing them to obtain legal distilling licenses in Scotland for the first time.
The Impossibility of the Three Tier System
This absurd system is a solution for a problem that does not and can not exist
https://tomwark.substack.com/p/impossibility-three-tier-system?s=r
Red Wine Headaches: Stalking the Causes With Dr. Waterhouse
“Sulfites can cause allergy and asthma symptoms, but they don’t cause headaches.”
https://grapecollective.com/articles/wine-headaches
TO CHILL OR NOT TO CHILL: WHITE WINE
Many wines taste better after chilling and reaching the right temperature. With white wine, you can only experience the full taste profile if you cool the beverage first. Having the ability to control the coldness level of wine will change how you enjoy a drink.
https://www.sweetoaks.com/to-chill-or-not-to-chill-white-wine
Asti Spumante in jeopardy due to Russia-Ukraine war
The Russia-Ukraine war threatens to cripple Italy’s producer of Asti Spumante, with sales of millions of bottles now at risk
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/03/asti-spumante-in-jeopardy-due-to-russia-ukraine-war/
LibDib News
Online distributor LibDib has entered the New Jersey market, marking its 10th state of operation. Producers can sign up for New Jersey distribution via LibDib now, with web and mobile app purchasing by restaurants, bars, and retailers to follow soon, according to the company. LibDib, which is partnered with RNDC, is also present across California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, Texas, and Wisconsin.
We Don’t Talk About Abruzzo … But We Should!
The Abruzzo syndrome plagued the region’s wines, too.
https://wineeconomist.com/2022/03/29/abruzzo/
Trying to cut back on alcohol? Here’s what works
With everything going on over the past couple of years, many people have changed their drinking habits.
https://theconversation.com/trying-to-cut-back-on-alcohol-heres-what-works-179664
Nero d’Avola Uncorked – There’s something about being a bold red
Nero d’Avola loosely translates to ‘the dark grapes of Avola’. The variety hails from the south-eastern end of Sicily, near the village of Avola, and is one of two principal varieties from the island.
https://winetitles.com.au/nero-davola-uncorked-theres-something-about-being-a-bold-red/
Oscars Celebrated with Croatian Wine in Hollywood
Can you imagine an entertainment party without libations?
https://www.total-croatia-news.com/lifestyle/61544-croatian-wine-in-hollywood
TTB Warns Against Misleading Health Claims
The agency provided specific examples of unsubstantiated advertising statements suggesting that consuming a particular alcohol beverage will mitigate health consequences typically associated with alcohol consumption including statements like “no headaches,” “hangover free,” and “diabetic friendly.”
https://wineinstitute.org/news-alerts/ttb-warns-against-misleading-health-claims/
5 things you may not know about the nonalcoholic beer industry
Over the past few years, a growing number of people around the world have looked toward nonalcoholic beer, wine, and spirits as alternatives to traditional alcoholic drinks for a variety of reasons.
https://zinniahealth.com/research/nonalcoholic-beer-industry-insights
Cîroc vodka moves into RTDs
Diageo-owned Cîroc has entered the ready-to-drink (RTD) category with a canned vodka Spritz in four flavors.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/03/ciroc-vodka-moves-into-rtds/
New Svedka
Constellation Brands has launched Svedka Tropics Tea Spritz, a new line of spirits-based RTDs. The line is kicking off with three flavors—Pineapple Guava, Raspberry Kiwi, and Orange Mango—all made with tea, fruit flavors, sparkling water, and vodka. The trio are canned at 5% abv and come in an 8-can variety pack (four Pineapple Guava and two each of the other two) and 4-packs of individual flavors for around $20 and $13, respectively, with individual cans carrying a suggested price of $3. Svedka’s new RTDs are now available across the U.S. The top imported vodka brand in volume terms, Svedka totaled 4.2 million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.
Constellation Brands Enters the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Boxed Wine Cocktail Category
A Party is Served with Next Round Cocktails Made with Real Fruit Juice* and Crisp Wine in Popular Flavors: Salted Lime Margarita and Strawberry Lime Sangria
The Ancient, Female Origins of Booze
Beer, sake, and a certain flowery wine had their start as women’s work.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/female-brewers
Time to reimagine the Oxford English Dictionary definition for “sommelier”?
The first thing that struck me is that somm is not included as an accepted abbreviation or alternate spelling.
https://dobianchi.com/2022/03/29/somm-oxford-english-dictionary/
Oxygen-Absorbing Bottle Stopper Encork Launches to Make Saving Wine Simple and Scientific
Encork stoppers were designed to fill a need for simple and effective ways to save wine in a growing bar and wine accessories market expected to reach $3.3 billion by 2028.
What Makes a Red Wine Crushable?
For starters, it’s a wine you won’t want to put down
https://pix.wine/the-drop/light-crushable-red-wines/
Tuscan wine appellations win trademark case against Bulgarian brand
The Consortium for Bolgheri DOC and Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC wines has succeeded in stopping Domaine Boyar from registering the “Bolgarè” brand with the European trademark office.
Drone view of Bolgheri area in Tuscany with vineyards and olive trees and the sea in the background
Every Drink Is Seltzer Now
The multi-billion dollar seltzer market is totally saturated, and I’m exhausted
Yes, There Is a Right Way to Hold a Wine Glass
It’s not about being snobbish. There are practical reasons for changing the way you’re gripping your glass, according to sommeliers.
https://www.marthastewart.com/8244060/how-to-hold-a-wine-glass
What makes a wine kosher and how to understand the certifications
Wine figures prominently in the Jewish Passover, which begins April 15 this year, and Christian Easter, two days later.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2022/03/31/kosher-wine-faq/
What’s Your Chardonnay?
A deep dive into the shape-shifting, polarizing grape that’s America’s favorite—and most misunderstood—variety.
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/white-wine/whats-your-chardonnay
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Wine is now being paired with music instead of food with specific tracks available on Spotify
Usually paired with food, this wine and music pairing is set to change the experience of drinking wine.
https://www.citizen.co.za/entertainment/music/3052717/wine-is-now-being-paired-with-music/
How To Make the Perfect Mimosa
The mimosa is baked into cocktail culture.
https://www.winemag.com/recipe/best-mimosa-recipe/
The Difference Between Prosecco Rosé and Sparkling Rosé
Like Champagne, there are now regulations in place that determine what can legally be called Prosecco Rosé.
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/rose-wine/the-difference-between-prosecco-rose-and-sparkling-rose
From Martinis to Spritzs, there is more to vermouth than you think
But first, a recap. In the most simple terms, vermouth (pronounced ‘ver-mooth’) is an aromatised, fortified wine flavoured with botanicals. But what exactly makes a vermouth a vermouth? Is there one ingredient a vermouth cannot do without?
8 Things You Should Know About Seagram’s 7 Crown
Seagram’s 7 Crown is a no-frills brand. The blended whiskey brand offers three products — original blended whiskey, dark honey, and apple.
The Widget In Your Guinness Can Isn’t Filled With Gas: Here’s How It Actually Works
Listen closely when you pop open a can of Guinness Draught Stout, and you’ll hear a peculiar rattling sound.
Modernizing the bottle recycling program in Mass. would have big benefits, report finds
The report focuses on the so-called deposit return system (DRS) — the five cent deposit you pay when you buy a can of soda or beer, and then get back when you return it to a bottle redemption site.
SAN FRANCISCO – MARCH 2: Recycled plastic bottles are seen at the San Francisco Recycling Center March 2, 2005 in San Francisco, California. Bottled water is the single largest growth area among all beverages, more than doubling over the last decade. Only about 12 percent of plastic bottles, mostly water, were recycled in 2003, according to industry consultant R.W. Beck, Inc. Since most bottled water is consumed away from home where recycling isn’t an option, an estimated 40 million bottles a day go into the trash or become litter. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
https://www.wbur.org/news/2022/03/15/modernizing-bottle-bill-plastic-recycling
Kendall-Jackson And The Kentucky Derby® Unveil Two Commemorative Wines, Honoring Partnership As A Preferred Wine Of The Kentucky Derby®
Limited-Edition Labels Celebrate the Jackson Family’s Legendary Racehorse, Good Magic, with Additional Co-Branded Releases Set to Launch Annually Through 2024
Wine Movie
Wine’s latest movie Blind Ambition follows four sommeliers’ journey from working the South African restaurant scene to the hallowed vineyards of Burgundy.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2022/03/wine-movies-powerful-message
Abruzzo granted its own IGT
Italy’s National Wine Committee and Agricultural Ministry agreed on Friday to consolidate the central Italian region’s wines under a single IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica), Terre d’Abruzzo.
Castel del Monte in Abruzzo is a beautiful village which covers the top of a hill in the Gran Sasso mountain range. It is classified as one of the “borghi piu belli d’Italia” or “most beautiful villages of Italy”. Its architecture mostly dates to Medieval and Renaissance times. The Medicis ruled the town from 1579 for a century and a half and their legacy includes the Chiesa di San Marco with its distinctive tower. Around the town are strong defensive walls which are also houses and five defensive gates which also date to the Medici period.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/03/abruzzo-granted-its-own-igt/
Grey Goose moves into RTDs
Bacardi-owned Grey Goose vodka will release its lower-ABV Essences range in the UK next month and unveil its first ready-to-drink line.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/03/grey-goose-moves-into-rtds/
What Is Orgeat?
If you love tiki, you love orgeat, the sweet and lightly floral almond syrup that serves as a staple ingredient in famous drinks such as the Mai Tai, Fog Cutter, and Eastern Sour.
Does Alcohol Expire?
People will tell you that one of the benefits of spirits is that they don’t expire. But that isn’t totally true.
Bulleit Debuts Two Ready to Serve Bottled Cocktails
Whiskey giant Bulleit is barreling into the RTD space with the release of two large-scale bottled cocktails.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/bulleit-rtd-rts-cocktails-manhattan-old-fashioned/
New Mikes
Mike’s Hard Lemonade has debuted a new line of slushy-flavored RTDs, all based on flavors popular in the 1990s. The line, which comes in four varieties—Blue, Red, White, and Pink Freezes—are all at 5% abv and will be available in variety 12-packs of 12-ounce cans and as individual 23.5-ounce cans. To support the launch, the company has kicked off a new 90s-themed and nostalgia-driven ad campaign featuring era-appropriate boy-band music dedicated to the new drinks.
Three-Tier System Essentials: Control States
In the control state model, state agencies become directly involved in the beverage alcohol market and are not just outside observers.
https://sovos.com/blog/ship/three-tier-system-essentials-control-states/
Everything You Need to Know About Brachetto D’Acqui
This grape is native to the Piedmont region, though it is perhaps one of that region’s most underappreciated grapes.
https://blog.xtrawine.com/en/brachetto-dacqui/
Is Allocated Bourbon Worth the Hype (and the Hassle)?
What exactly is allocated bourbon? And why aren’t other spirits subject to the same treatment?
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/21/allocated-bourbon/
Exploring the Ins and Outs of Gen Z Purchasing Trends
The youngest generation of legal drinking age consumers is small, but quickly growing more and more influential.
https://bevalcinsights.com/exploring-the-ins-and-outs-of-gen-z-purchasing-trends/
The 12 Best Boxed Wines (2022)
Boxed wine gets a bad rap.
More Americans 65 and Under Died from Alcohol-Related Causes Than Covid-19 in 2020, Study Finds
Alcohol-related deaths increased 25 percent from 2019 to 2020, with alcohol-related deaths among adults younger than 65 outnumbering deaths from Covid-19 in the same age group in 2020, a new study found.
Finger Lakes Wine Country Was Underrated and Overlooked — Until Now
The region is pushing the boundaries for cool-climate wines in the U.S.
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/finger-lakes-wine-country/
What Do Wine Consumers Really Want?
What do wine lovers want?
https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2022/03/23/wine-consumers
What Happened To Champagne During World War 2
Before the invasion, Champagne houses had time to save some of their stock, they built up false walls, blocking off tunnels and rooms, hiding thousands of their vintage Champagnes, this advanced planning would save a lot of houses from losing their history in Champagne, but not all were so lucky.
https://glassofbubbly.com/what-happened-to-champagne-during-world-war-2/
The Best Wines for Sangria and How to Make It
From red to white and sparkling.
https://www.southernliving.com/food/drinks/best-wines-for-sangria
Interesting facts about winemaking in the United States
Grape growing and winemaking are really big businesses in the United States. Some interesting facts:
https://www.gosanangelo.com/story/news/2022/03/22/interesting-facts-wine-united-states/7132038001/
13 Best Beer Brands For People Who Don’t Like Beer
People have many reasons for not being the biggest fans of beer.
The Power and Provocation of Raising Kids Around Wine
They join other wine industry parents who believe that raising kids around wine can be not only enriching and world-expanding, but also, when deployed wisely, potentially protective against alcohol’s more dangerous qualities.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/23/kids-wine-families/
The growth of organic wine: ‘We have gone from curiosity-based consumption to structural consumption’
Organic wine has become a firm fixture in shoppers’ baskets: and also holds the promise to appeal to a younger generation.
Top Wine Podcasts to Deepen Your Knowledge of Wine
Wine education gets a makeover via these entertaining audio programs
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https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/top-wine-podcasts/
Left and right bank Bordeaux explained
It’s not just geography that distinguishes Bordeaux’s two famous vineyard
https://www.decanter.com/learn/left-and-right-bank-bordeaux-explained-476522/
The Most Popular Grape Varieties in the Top 25 Wine-Producing Nations
Wine varieties flourish in different climes, leading to country-specific specialties that determine a region’s signature export.
Modelo Releases Canned Ranch Water
According to a press release, Modelo is launching a ready-to-drink canned Ranch Water, a cocktail crafted from sparkling water, lime juice, and tequila that is especially popular in the Southwest.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/modelo-canned-ranch-water/
There are More Mergers and Acquisitions in Wine than Ever Before. Here’s Why.
In recent years, mergers and acquisitions in the wine industry have become increasingly common. During the latter half of 2020 through 2021, however, things progressed to a whole new level.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/25/wine-mergers-acquisitions/
Millennials Are Tired of You Criticizing Their Wine Habits
Yet another industry is blaming millennials for its decline – but is it true?
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/millennials-wine-drinking/
Podcasts – The New Way to Communicate with Wine Drinkers?
They are fast-growing businesses. Big and small players in wine are able to inform about regions or simply to promote products.
https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/analysis/podcasts-new-way-communicate-wine-drinkers
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Social Media Is Ruining Wine Tourism
Authenticity and connection are in short supply as wineries focus on Insta-ready experiences
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/social-media-wine-rant/
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03-28-2022
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MA Package Stores Pitch “Compromise” On Beacon Hill
What Does ‘Juicy’ Mean in Wine?
White Claw unveils new hard seltzers
Brown-Forman Launches “Up Or Over” Cocktail Brand
Brown-Forman is upping its presence in the thriving premixed cocktail category with this month’s debut of Up Or Over cocktails in select markets. The 375-ml branded cocktails are made with all-natural flavors and Brown-Forman spirits, and are ready to serve up or over ice.
Up Or Over’s offerings include a Classic Dry Martini made with Fords Gin, Whiskey Sour made with Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey, Premium Margarita made with Herradura Tequila, and Ginger Citrus Old Fashioned made with Old Forester Straight Bourbon Whiskey, all retailing for approximately $15.
Packaged in 375-ml. glass bottles with rounded shoulders, Up Or Over’s back label details recommendations on how to serve and garnish the cocktail. The four expressions will be available initially in Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington.
Listening to classical music makes wine taste better, according to a new study.
Head researcher Susan Lin says the study found music universally improved perception of taste when compared with silence.
Here’s What Happened To Zipz Wine After Shark Tank
In 2014, on Episode 11 of Season 6, McMurray pitched Zipz Wine on “Shark Tank.” McMurray’s asked for a $2.5 million dollar investment for a 10% stake in his company.
https://www.mashed.com/797688/heres-what-happened-to-zipz-wine-after-shark-tank/?utm_campaign=clip
Most Popular Celebrities That Became Part of the Wine Business
The most famous celebrities are known for many different extremes that go from one side to another. From excessive behavior and shocking scandals to high-quality performances and humanitarian work.
https://celebmix.com/most-popular-celebrities-that-became-part-of-the-wine-business/
The Reason You Should Check Those Screwtops After Storing
The screw-top splits lay on their side for a few days, until I noticed one bottle was half full.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/13/screwtop-wine-storage/
The Step-By-Step Guide To Building A Champagne Tower
And constructing one isn’t as hard as you might think
Vermont winemakers propose official designation for Champlain Valley vineyards
Vermont’s winemakers are pushing for official federal designation of the Champlain Valley as an American Viticultural Area.
White Claw unveils new hard seltzers
Mark Anthony Brands has debuted White Claw Surf, a variety pack with four new hard seltzer flavors.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/03/white-claw-unveils-new-hard-seltzers/
Wine List Dilemmas
One of the headaches of modern life, especially post-pandemic, comes while dining out and searching for a decent bottle of wine.
https://www.creators.com/read/dan-berger-on-wine/03/22/wine-list-dilemmas
What Does ‘Juicy’ Mean in Wine?
In most circumstances, juice is associated with fruity sweetness. The same isn’t true in wine.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/15/what-does-juicy-mean-in-wine/
How Warm Can Wine Get Before It’s Ruined?
Wine, like any other substance made from organic matter, can spoil at too high a temperature, making controlled storage all the more crucial,
Where’s Your Vodka From? It’s Complicated.
Shortly after the news broke last month, many Americans turned to vodka to vent outrage or show support.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/14/vodka-label-misconceptions/
Here’s some ‘healthy’ advice for wine drinkers
Does the “healthiness” of wine vary depending on where it’s made, or how it’s made?
Why Do People Love Barrel-Aged Booze So Much?
Barrel-aging can benefit certain kinds of beer, wine, and spirits—but how does that work?
https://thetakeout.com/what-does-barrel-aging-even-mean-1848630820
A beginner’s guide to making your own wine
Imagine making your own bottle of tasty wine.
https://www.goodfood.com.au/drinks/wine/a-beginners-guide-to-making-your-own-wine-20220309-h22aa9
MA Package Stores Pitch “Compromise” On Beacon Hill
“Of course, as a liquor business owner I want limited licenses but my hope is people view this from viewpoint of exposure. Next time you’re in a non- liquor store, look around,” he advised. “The beer and wine is everywhere”
14 Things You Should Know About Crown Royal
Since its American arrival in the 1960s, Crown Royal has grown to become the top-selling Canadian whisky brand in the United States.
Gallo Backs Black Box With New Campaign, New Products
E.&J. Gallo is rolling out six new wines under the Black Box wine brand. The newcomers include three new offerings under Black Box’s “Taste-Forward” range: Tart & Tangy Sauvignon Blanc, Vibrant & Velvety Red Blend, and Deep & Dark Cabernet Sauvignon, each priced at $22 a 3-liter. Additionally, Black Box is introducing a lower-calorie “Brilliant Collection,” featuring Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Cabernet Sauvignon, also retailing at $22. The Brilliant Collection wines have 70 calories a five-ounce serving.
Gallo is further backing Black Box—which it acquired from Constellation along with a host of other wine labels last year—with a national media campaign starring “Parks and Recreation” and “Big Little Lies” actor Adam Scott. According to the company, the “Savvy Man” campaign features Scott using “his wit and charm helping demystify the category and make premium boxed wines more approachable and inclusive.” The campaign is debuting this month across top streaming and digital platforms like Roku, Hulu, and YouTube.
French organic wine production increases 22%
As more and more French consumers look to buy organic, production of organic wine in France is increasing and more vineyards are turning to the practice.
HTTPS://WWW.BEVERAGEDAILY.COM/ARTICLE/2022/03/15/FRENCH-ORGANIC-WINE-PRODUCTION-INCREASES-22
Often Overlooked, Flower Wine Is in Full Bloom
Flower wine has a deep global history throughout the Middle East, Asia, Europe and the United States.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/15/flower-wine-guide/
The 10 Most Popular Light Beers in America, New Data Says
This import has taken over as the beer of choice.
https://www.eatthis.com/news-most-popular-light-beers-america/
Why blog about wine now?
I’ve got to say this: with what the world is witnessing right at this moment, I find it exceedingly difficult, if not absurd, to think about writing a post on a wine blog.
https://acevola.blogspot.com/2022/03/why-blog-about-wine-now.html
Wineries can tap into growth in health and wellness category
Consumers have diverse and interesting offerings in spirits, beer, and cider that are pioneering changes in alcohol content and nutritional factors.
AVA Map Explorer
Use the American Viticultural Area (AVA) Map Explorer to view the boundaries of all established and proposed AVAs.
https://www.ttb.gov/wine/ava-map-explorer
Migraines and Wine: What a pain!
What makes them so certain that it is the sulfites? Maybe it is because the label says “contains sulfites?”
https://www.vannysvineyards.com/blog/74n3ezwu08gmmb5rx97jq90bhvn7fq
UNDERSTANDING THE PORTUGUESE WINE CONSUMER
Wine in the Portuguese market was a success story pre-pandemic, but has suffered from closure of the on-trade and lack of tourism during Covid. Wine is expected to recover strongly over the next five years. In the post-Covid world, the challenge for brand owners in wine will be retaining relevance and value.
https://www.wineintelligence.com/understanding-the-portuguese-wine-consumer/
Why bother with Old Vines?
They’re just old and worn out, right?
https://www.iwsc.net/news/wine/why-bother-with-old-vines
Does Indigenous Yeast Really Exist? The Wine Community is Divided.
Other wine professionals maintain that indigenous yeasts bring unique characteristics to wine, even if those strains are difficult to identify.
https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/17/indigenous-yeast-real/
MA Liquor license ballot question has layers of controversy
So-called ‘compromise’ bill pits packies against food stores
https://commonwealthmagazine.org/politics/liquor-license-ballot-question-has-layers-of-controversy/
You can now buy beer-flavored lollipops from Coors Light
If you’ve been thinking for a while that lollipops could improved by more hops, then today is your lucky day. Coors Light has decided it’s high time for beer-flavored lollipops – and they’re on sale now.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/03/you-can-now-buy-beer-flavoured-lollipops-from-coors-light/
What Happens If You Microwave Red Wine?
If there is one gadget that we think a professional chef is disinclined to admit in his kitchen, it’s a microwave.
https://www.tastingtable.com/802012/what-happens-if-you-microwave-red-wine/?utm_campaign=clip
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