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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

11-17-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How Much Wine Should I Buy?

Are liquor stores open on Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?

How Tito’s Vodka Gets Away With It

Hungarian Vineyards Face Catastrophe

The famous vineyards of Hungary are under threat from a huge invasion of vine disease.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/10/hungarian-vineyards-face-catastrophe

The Gen Z Beer Trend That Has Some People Freaking Out

It’s no secret that Gen Z loves a food trend.

https://www.thetakeout.com/2001951/gen-z-beer-on-ice-trend-response/

Study of wine tariffs shows consumers will pick up part of Trump’s tab

A study from Duke’s Department of Economics found that consumers ultimately paid more than the tariff cost on European wines during a 2019–21 trade dispute, a finding that could have significant implications for U.S. consumers as a fresh wave of tariffs around the globe affects prices.

https://www.thecentersquare.com/national/article_4a94e161-02df-48f6-8fde-293f72e61f9f.html

Lodi winemakers face challenges as low sugar levels impact grape harvest

Lodi winemakers are struggling with low sugar levels in grapes, affecting demand and profits as cheap imports flood the market.

https://www.kcra.com/article/lodi-winemakers-challenges-sugar-level-harvest/69151480

Recent trends in declining US wine consumption

We have all read warnings about declining wine consumption over recent years, especially in the USA.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/10/recent-trends-in-declining-us-wine.html

P&O wine expert Olly Smith reveals his fail-safe wine tips & new book

Ever wondered how a wine expert orders in a restaurant or what he drinks at Christmas? Olly Smith spills his top tips and the one wine he wouldn’t touch

https://www.cruiseandtravel.co.uk/news-advice/cruise-lines/olly-smith-new-book-wine/

Whiskey glut weighs on MGP as Q3 sales fall 19%

As US whiskey production slows and inventories remain high, MGP Ingredients’ third-quarter (Q3) sales slid 19% with distilling revenue nearly halved.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/whiskey-glut-weighs-on-mgp-as-q3-sales-fall-19/

How Lees Aging Is Transforming Albariño Into Spain’s Most Surprising White Wine

Lees aging — long a Burgundy technique — unlocks rich layers and unexpected depth in the zesty white wine. Here are 9 to try right now

https://www.foodandwine.com/lees-aged-albarinos-11809140

Wine tourism now accounts for a quarter of global winery revenue

A new international study has found that wine tourism remains a profitable and expanding part of the global wine industry, with 65% of wineries reporting positive returns and more than half planning to invest further.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/wine-tourism-now-accounts-for-a-quarter-of-global-winery-revenue/

Diageo rejects ‘flat earth’ Tequila purity claims

Diageo has moved to dismiss a Florida class action alleging its Don Julio and Casamigos Tequilas contain non-agave alcohol. In its filing, the company likened the plaintiffs’ testing theory to “someone claiming the earth is flat because he saw a test result somewhere that says his neighbour’s backyard is level.”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/diageo-rejects-flat-earth-tequila-purity-claims/

Moderate wine consumption: beneficial effects on blood clotting markers in coronary heart disease

A Greek intervention study investigated the question whether moderate wine consumption with meals can offer blood clotting benefits in patients with existing coronary artery disease.

https://www.wineinformationcouncil.com/moderate-wine-consumption-beneficial-effects-on-blood-clotting-markers-in-coronary-heart-disease/

‘Falanghina del Sannio will soon become a DOCG’

THE CAMPANIA DENOMINATION IS MOVING TOWARD A REFORM PACKAGE THAT ALSO INCLUDES THE INTRODUCTION OF DISEASE-RESISTANT GRAPE VARIETIES. MEANWHILE, THE WINERY LED BY DOMIZIO PIGNA IS EXPERIMENTING WITH ITS FIRST NON-ALCOHOLIC SPARKLING WINE.

https://www.gamberorossointernational.com/news/falanghina-del-sannio-will-soon-become-a-docg/

Short term health effects of de-alcoholised red wine

The results showed that de-alcoholised red wine was associated with increased serum/plasma antioxidant capacity and microbiome diversity compared to water but had less effect on microbiome diversity compared to red wine.

https://www.wineinformationcouncil.com/short-term-health-effects-of-de-alcoholised-red-wine/

Canada Ships 50 million Gallons of Fake Wine to the U.S. Annually

Legal Loophole/Tax-Avoidance Scheme Hurts California Growers

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/309909

John Mulaney’s New Nonalcoholic Beer Collab Proves Sober Can Still Be Fun

Because cutting back shouldn’t mean missing out.

https://www.mensjournal.com/food/john-mulaney-non-alcoholic-years-beer

Can you buy liquor at the grocery store in Massachusetts?

Here’s what the law says

https://www.telegram.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/29/can-you-buy-liquor-at-the-grocery-store-in-massachusetts/86942275007/

Do Different Alcohols Affect Us Differently?

Well, sort of

https://shanaspeakswine.substack.com/p/do-different-alcohols-affect-us-differently?utm_medium=newsletter&_bhlid=5d95d5cf23295703a82a12f0ce9a57cec6d92b73

New Knob Creek

Suntory Global Spirits has announced the release of Knob Creek 21 Year Old, the latest expression bottled by the brand. The 50% abv Bourbon will be available for the holiday season as a limited time offering carrying a suggested price of $250. The barrels chosen for the whiskey aged in rackhouses across the James B. Beam Distillery’s campus and were hand selected by the company’s master distillers. Last year, Knob Creek was at 508,000 cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.

Can fine wine and professional sport be a perfect pairing?

While it’s widely held that binge drinking is detrimental to a fitness regime, record-breaking former American football quarterback Drew Bledsoe believes that fine wine and professional sport form a perfect pairing.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/can-fine-wine-and-professional-sport-be-a-perfect-pairing/

The 10 Most Important American Single Malt Whiskeys Ever Released

American Single Malt Whisky is made in the U.S. from 100 percent malted barley, distilled entirely at one distillery, matured in oak casks up to 700 liters in capacity, bottled at 80 proof or more, and distilled to no more than 160 proof.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-important-american-single-malt-whiskeys/

‘We couldn’t even tweet back’: How Josh Cellars turned a meme into a 7m-case sensation

When Josh Cellars went viral on X, its team couldn’t log in – but the internet did the work for them. This is the inside story of the wine brand’s accidental meme moment and the marketing rethink that followed.

https://www.thedrum.com/news/we-couldn-t-even-tweet-back-how-josh-cellars-turned-meme-7m-case-sensation

Top 10 most valuable wine and spirits heists in history

Even as the Louvre jewel theft dominates headlines, the world of fine wine and spirits has its own rich history of high-value heists. From a forklift in Bethnal Green to a beauty queen in Cáceres, the cellar can be every bit as tempting as a gallery wall.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/top-10-most-valuable-wine-and-spirits-heists-in-history/

Here’s What You Don’t Know About Non-Alcoholic Beer

It is difficult to make good NA beer

https://washingtonbeerblog.com/heres-what-you-dont-know-about-non-alcoholic-beer/

Italian winemakers look to new technologies with old grape varieties to adapt to a changing climate

Producers introducing irrigation rotations to prevent water shortages

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/italian-wine-production-changing-climate-9.6958528

How to read a wine menu like a pro

Because I know you’re always confused.

https://cellarnotes.substack.com/p/how-to-read-a-wine-menu-like-a-pro?utm_medium=newsletter&_bhlid=bc97784f7490baa602b750460eebe4efa7c49a28

The Science of Aging Wine Under Screw Cap

Can wines successfully age under screw cap? Long-term producer data and ample scientific research now offers a detailed answer

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-aging-wine-under-screw-cap/

Study clearly shows protective effect

Moderate wine consumption can reduce the risk of strokes

https://magazine.wein.plus/news/moderate-wine-consumption-can-reduce-the-risk-of-strokes-study-clearly-shows-protective-effect

New Rye

• Infinium Spirits’ Templeton Distillery has released a new single barrel rye whiskey. The limited edition release is bottled at cask strength and distilled from a mash of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. Templeton’s new single barrels were distilled, aged, and bottled at the company’s distillery in Iowa. Templeton Single Barrel Rye is now available at select retailers across the U.S. for a suggested price of $50 a bottle. Last year, Templeton was at 37,000 cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank. 

How Tito’s Vodka Gets Away With It

America’s bestselling spirit has been the subject of prolific lawsuits. There’s a reason none of it has mattered.

https://slate.com/life/2025/11/titos-vodka-handmade-recipes-price-lalo-tequila.html

How Josh Cellars Grew to Dominate the U.S. Wine Category, Selling Over 7 Million Cases a Year

Founder Joe Carr wanted to honor his father and solve a cash flow issue. He wound up creating a bestselling label that made wine accessible and meme-worthy.

https://www.uschamber.com/co/good-company/the-leap/josh-cellars-growth-story

New Bourbon

• Bardstown, Kentucky’s Heaven Hill is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a new 9-year-old Bourbon. The whiskey, Heaven Hill Distillery’s 90th Anniversary 9-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon, is distilled from the company’s traditional mash bill—78% corn, 12% malted barley, and 10% rye—with 30% of the blend aging in heavy char barrels. The Bourbon is bottled at 53.5% abv and was made from 204 barrels of whiskey. The limited release carries a suggested price of $125 and is now available across the U.S. 

Why Are Corks So Important for Wine Storage?

Thinking about building a wine cellar or buying a wine fridge to store your wine?

https://yeegolife.com/blogs/news/cork-vs-screw-cap-for-wine-aging

13 Wine Songs

There’re many songs where wine, whisky, Champagne, and other beverages are in the lyrics. So I wondered myself: what ‘bout songs with the word ‘Wine’, ‘Whisky’ or similar in the title?

https://wineroland.medium.com/13-wine-songs-856f7c1d9399

Scientists in Japan create a new wine grape with a wild twist

A team led by Professor Takuji Hoshino at Okayama University of Science has created a new wine grape, Muscat Shiragai, blending the endangered Shiraga grape native to Okayama with Muscat of Alexandria

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/11/251103093014.htm

Garda DOC Consortium: Low Alcohol And Crémant, Approved Changes to The Production Regulations

New types and production updates for an evolving designation

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/310108

High-end spirits plunge 28% in China

Luxury spirits saw nearly US$1 billion wiped off their sales value last year, while the US overtook China as the segment’s second-biggest market.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/high-end-spirits-plunge-28-in-china/

How To Make a Cheap Bottle of Wine Taste Better

Not every bottle needs to cost half your paycheck to be enjoyable.

https://www.runningtothekitchen.com/budget-wine-upgrade-tips/

About 70 new wineries appear in Ukraine during war years

About 70 new wineries appeared in Ukraine during the war years, the prerequisite for which was a significant improvement in legislation, said Volodymyr Pechko, head of the Association of Gardeners, Grape Growers and Winemakers of Ukraine.

https://en.interfax.com.ua/news/economic/1117675.html

US government shutdown puts spirits sector on ice

The US government’s shutdown has wreaked havoc on the country’s spirits industry because the TTB is one of the hardest-hit agencies.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/11/us-government-shutdown-puts-spirits-sector-on-ice/

Sporting tenacity ensures growth for Washington winery

Such is the competitive spirit of record-breaking former pro sportsman Drew Bledsoe, his Washington winery has seen sales increase during the downturn in the drinks market.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/11/sporting-tenacity-ensures-growth-for-washington-winery/

This Massive Chart Shows Which Companies Own America’s Top Wine Brands

It’s no secret that there’s a massive amount of wine available in America

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/biggest-wine-brands-in-usa-and-who-owns-them-chart/

Are ‘forest-blend’ barrels the secret to Spanish fine wine?

Vintners are missing a trick if they are not speaking to their coopers about ‘forest blending’, which can elevate your final product, one high-end Priorat producer tells Sarah Neish.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/11/are-forest-blend-barrels-the-secret-to-fine-wine/

What Do Consumers Ask Winemakers Most Often?

Chimney Rock Has Some Answers

https://www.grapecollective.com/what-do-consumers-ask-winemakers-most-often-chimney-rock-has-some-answers/

Brassfield Estate Winery Celebrates Successful 2025 Harvest Season

Brassfield Estate Winery was born out of a vision to produce distinctive, terroir-driven wines

https://www.streetinsider.com/dr/news.php?id=25559091

Is Red Wine Bad for Acne?

The Expert Weighs In

https://necolebitchie.com/is-red-wine-bad-for-acne/

This celebrated San Francisco restaurateur has quietly been building a wine brand

With six restaurants, three books, two kids, one husband – and a James Beard Award to boot – Shelley Lindgren isn’t resting on her laurels.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2025/11/04/founder-of-celebrated-san-francisco-restaurant-a16-has-a-wine-country-secret/

Chianti Now Also as Rosé

The Tuscan regional government has approved the introduction of “Chianti DOP Rosé.” This marks a new direction for the Chianti consortium and responds to the declining prices and sales problems of recent years.

https://magazine.wein.plus/news/chianti-now-also-as-rose-consortium-responds-to-declining-demand

Champagne: Why the disgorgement date matters

Champagne is unlike any other wine

https://www.idealwine.info/champagne-why-the-disgorgement-date-matters/

Should Somms Show Off the Bottles They Sell on Social Media?

More and more sommeliers are opting to highlight their work by sharing posts like this on social media.

https://vinepair.com/articles/should-somms-show-off-bottle-sales-on-social-media/

American whiskey exports generate $1.3bn’

The American Whiskey Association (AWA) has urged the US government to eliminate key trade barriers for the sector, revealing exports generated US$1.3 billion for the country in 2024.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/11/american-whiskey-exports-generate-us1-3bn/

How Music Shapes the Perfect Wine Bar Atmosphere

A great wine bar experience isn’t just about the wine.

https://txwinelover.com/2025/11/how-music-shapes-the-perfect-wine-bar-atmosphere/

Supreme Court Looks Like Rejecting Tariffs

Despite being notoriously inscrutable, it looks like the US Supreme Court could find against President Trump’s tariffs

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/11/supreme-court-looks-like-rejecting-tariffs

Why Grapes are the Secret to Ageless Skin

Filled with nutrients and fiber, grapes are well-known for their health benefits—which include lowering blood pressure, reducing cholesterol levels, supporting digestion,

https://www.vogue.com/article/grape-skin-benefits

Are liquor stores open on Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?

Colonial-era blue laws still apply

https://www.wickedlocal.com/story/news/politics/2025/11/06/are-liquor-stores-open-on-thanksgiving-day-in-ma-what-the-law-says/87103385007/

From ‘Shark Tank’ Pitch to Music Festival Favorite

BeatBox Is the RTD of the Year

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/wine-star-awards/rtd-2025/

What wine to serve alongside black truffles?

Black truffle is not something that we eat every day. A delicacy, we need equally special wines to pair with dishes that contain this wonderful fungus.

https://www.idealwine.info/what-wine-to-serve-alongside-black-truffles/

What Is Sherry? Your Guide to Spain’s Most Versatile Wine

Sherry is produced in the Jerez-Xérès-Sherry D.O.P. in Andalucía, Spain – specifically within the “sherry triangle”

https://www.reservewines.co.uk/blogs/news/what-is-sherry-your-guide-to-spain-s-most-versatile-wine

6 Things You Should Know About Carpano Antica Formula, Italy’s Historic Sweet Vermouth

If you like stirred and boozy classics like Negronis and Manhattans, chances are you’ve had Carpano Antica Formula

https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-carpano-antica-formula/

New Modelo

• Constellation Brands’ Modelo has announced Noche Especial, a new limited edition amber lager celebrating Christmas Eve traditions in hispanic communities around the world. The beer is at 5.7% abv and, according to the company, has “a toasted, caramel malt flavor.” The limited edition is now available across the U.S. in 6-packs of 12-ounce bottles. Modelo Especial is the second-largest beer in the U.S. market n volume terms after Bud Light at 15.2 million barrels, according to Impact Databank. 

Pascaline Lepeltier Is the Master Sommelier Who Wants You to Rethink How You Taste Wine

At Chambers in New York City, Master Sommelier Pascaline Lepeltier is reframing wine tasting through mindfulness and developing a new path for global wine education.

https://www.foodandwine.com/pascaline-lepeltier-drinks-visionaries-2025-11841646

The World’s Best Proseccos of 2025

Champagne may inspire all the cheesy quotes, but it’s Prosecco that consistently delivers on value.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/11/the-worlds-best-proseccos-of-2025

13 Alcoholic Drinks Nutritionists Say You Can Enjoy Without Guilt

It can be tough to find alcoholic drinks that fit a healthier lifestyle, but nutritionists say it’s absolutely possible

https://www.newsbreak.com/my-mocktail-forest-331582968/4334745829519-13-alcoholic-drinks-nutritionists-say-you-can-enjoy-without-guilt

Beer yeast leftovers spun into a promising sustainable yarn 50% stronger than wool

Yeast waste from breweries have been spun into textile fibres at a cost that could be affordable for clothing. A group in the US has reported that the fermented yeast proteins can be extracted and spun into a fibre stronger than wool.

https://www.chemistryworld.com/news/beer-yeast-leftovers-spun-into-a-promising-sustainable-yarn-50-stronger-than-wool/4022459.article

The Coravin Guide: Where and how to find wine by the glass

The company behind the innovative wine preservation system is now publishing a digital guide to the world’s wine-by-the-glass programs.

https://worldoffinewine.com/news-features/the-coravin-guide

How Much Wine Should I Buy?

Guide to Ordering Wine

https://mawby.wine/news/how-much-wine-should-i-buy

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

11-03-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Beginner’s guide: reading Champagne labels

US craft distillery numbers drop 25%

The best breweries in Massachusetts

Wine Regions: Argentina

Argentina is best known as the land of Malbec — but that’s just the beginning.

https://napavalleywineacademy.com/pages/wine-regions-argentina

The 10 Best ‘Holy Grail’ Whiskeys, According to Expert Bartenders

When it comes to whiskey, rare doesn’t always mean better, but bartenders swear by these hard-to-find bottles.

https://www.foodandwine.com/holy-grail-whiskeys-11824622

Drew Bledsoe is on his way to Boston — and he wants to drink wine with you.

Ahead of a ticketed Seaport dinner, the former New England Patriots quarterback talks roasting Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, the Patriots, and all things wine.

https://www.boston.com/sports/new-england-patriots/2025/10/11/drew-bledsoe-patriots-wine-seaport-dinner/

10 Common Cocktail Ingredients You’re Probably Pronouncing Incorrectly

We asked five experts to weigh in on the most mispronounced cocktail ingredients. Below, discover their index with the correct pronunciations and why bartenders love to use them.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/drinks-terms-defined/mispronounced-cocktail-ingredients/

WHAT WINES TO SERVE AT THANKSGIVING (THAT ARE EASY AND AFFORDABLE)

Choose your wine based not only on how you’ve prepared and seasoned your bird, but also on what sides you’ve prepared to go with it.

https://livingthegourmet.com/2025/10/what-wines-to-serve-at-thanksgiving.html

10 Producers You Should Know to Get Into Barolo

One of the great wines of Italy — and sometimes referred to as “the king of wines” — Barolo can be a bit intimidating.

https://vinepair.com/articles/10-barolo-producers-you-should-know/

Wine Industry Uncertainty 2025 Update

Many predicted that the dramatic increase in tariffs would lead to higher retail prices and this has happened to a certain extent.

https://wineeconomist.com/2025/10/14/2025-update/

Non-Alcoholic Wine For Pets? New Zealand Company Says Yes

The range of tipples sold by Auckland-based Muttley’s Estate has names like Pawt, Champawgne, Purrno Noir and Sauvignon Bark.

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/non-alcoholic-wine-for-pets-new-zealand-company-says-yes-9450369

Why Classic Italian Wines Continue to Drive U.S. Wine Sales

From Soave to Chianti, U.S. consumers love classic Italian wines, and Bolla’s La Fondazione collection, which blends heritage, quality, and modern appeal, offers a trusted taste of Italy’s most beloved wines

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-classic-italian-wines-continue-to-drive-u-s-wine-sales/

What Is the Best Way to Mix Tequila and Wine? Step-by-Step Guide

Mixing tequila and wine might sound unusual at first, but it can be a fun way to create something new and exciting for your taste buds

https://tequilatravesuras.com/blogs/news/what-is-the-best-way-to-mix-tequila-and-wine

Wine Lovers Win on Science, Lose on Noise

When research shows balanced, moderate wine consumption can be healthy, anti-alcohol advocates drown it out

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/in-health-battle-wine-lovers-win-on-science-lose-on-noise

Tariffs Have Potential to Reshape U.S. Beer Market

Tariffs could bolster domestic production — but the gains would likely be felt by big brewers.

https://www.foodmanufacturing.com/supply-chain/news/22952401/tariffs-have-potential-to-reshape-us-beer-market

PFAS in your pint?

How brewers can reduce chemical exposure in the brewing process

https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/featured/pfas-in-your-pint-how-brewers-can-reduce-chemical-exposure-in-the-brewing-process/

Patriots legend Vince Wilfork teams up with Samuel Adams for grilling-themed beer launch

The ‘Vince Grill-Fork Lager’ is the latest athlete collaboration from the Boston brewery

https://www.foxbusiness.com/sports/patriots-legend-vince-wilfork-teams-up-samuel-adams-grilling-themed-beer-launch

Fashion meets flavor in new book from Chicago wine expert Kiana Keys!

Little Black Book of Wine + Food: 60 White & Red Wines to Make Your Tastebuds Blush

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/309465

A Doctor Explains Whether Alcohol Can Age You Prematurely: ‘Listen To Your Body’

Why Alcohol Can Accelerate Aging

https://www.shefinds.com/collections/alcohol-age-you-prematurely/#slide-1

How Can Wine Be ‘Floral’?

We Explain

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/drinks-terms-defined/floral-wine-meaning/

German wine harvest set to increase 5% in 2025

Germany’s 2025 wine harvest is forecast to improve on last year’s weak crop, with strong gains for Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc, but smaller yields for Müller-Thurgau and Dornfelder, according to the Federal Statistical Office.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/german-wine-harvest-set-to-increase-5-in-2025/

Brown-Forman warns growth goal delayed as Bourbon slump bites

Lawson Whiting, chief executive of Brown-Forman, has said his plan to double the size of the group will take “a couple of years longer” than expected. The slowdown comes amid weakening global demand for Bourbon, political headwinds and investor pressure.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/brown-forman-warns-growth-goal-delayed-as-bourbon-slump-bites/

The Case Against Orange Wine

Wine doesn’t need to be reinvented. Or orange.

https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/story/the-case-against-orange-wine

New Orin Swift wine born in a dive bar toilet

Orin Swift, the Gallo-owned Napa label founded by Dave Phinney, has launched a rebellious new wine tied to the lavatories of US dive bars. Sarah Neish investigates.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/new-orin-swift-wine-was-born-in-a-dive-bar-toilet/

Which countries prefer Beaujolais wine?

Beaujolais wine is widely recognized as one of France’s more popular (red) wines. Indeed, recently, the American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE) looked at France’s main Beaujolais export markets 2024.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/10/which-countries-prefer-beaujolais-wine.html

Wine’s Big Move Towards the Middle

The changing consumer landscape is nudging more and more winemakers towards mid-strength wine.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/10/wines-big-move-towards-the-middle

Cannabis drinks are having a moment even as Americans consume less alcohol

Americans are still cracking open cold ones, but what’s inside their cans is changing.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cannabis-infused-drinks-target-thc-beverages/

Gallo Introduces Single Serve 200 mL Tetra Packs

Convenience, Accessibility, Affordability

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/309394

What Additives are Permitted in Whisky?

From coloring to flavor enhancers, some whisky styles are permitted to contain additives

https://whiskyadvocate.com/Additives-Permitted-in-Whisky

New Whiskey

• Campari-owned Russell’s Reserve has released the fourth whiskey in its Single Rickhouse Collection. This year’s whiskey, Camp Nelson E, is blended from barrels found on the fifth floor of the rickhouse and bottled at a barrel proof of 64% abv. According to the company, this is the highest-proof whiskey bottled under the Russell’s Reserve label to date. Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson E is now available in limited quantities across the U.S., carrying a suggested retail price of $300 a 750-ml. Russell’s Reserve had U.S. volume of 83,000 cases last year, according to Impact Databank. 

The Glenlivet debuts Jamaican rum cask-finished whisky

Chivas Brothers-owned The Glenlivet has kicked off its new Beyond Speyside series with a US-exclusive single malt finished in a Jamaica rum cask.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/the-glenlivet-debuts-jamaican-rum-cask-finished-whisky/

What Exactly is the Michelin Guide Up To?

The Michelin Guide announced that it will soon begin rating wines.

https://www.vinography.com/2025/10/what-exactly-is-the-michelin-guide-up-to

New Bourbon

• Luxco’s Penelope Bourbon has released Apple Cinnamon Old Fashioned, a new limited-time ready-to-serve cocktail. The cocktail is made with straight Bourbon, rye whiskey, apple cinnamon bitters, and simple syrup, and bottled at 40% abv. 11,000 cases of Apple Cinnamon Old Fashioned will be released this year, available in Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin for a suggested price of $30 a bottle. Next year, according to the company, the cocktail will be available nationwide.

What’s the Difference Between Sweet Mash and Sour Mash Whiskey?

Whiskey is a product of several crucial decisions that impact both style and flavor

https://vinepair.com/articles/difference-between-sweet-mash-and-sour-mash-explained/

We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cheap Bourbon? (2025)

Cheap bourbons are the category’s unsung heroes.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-bartenders-underrated-cheap-bourbon-2025/

Your Essential Guide to Italy’s DOC and DOCG Wines – 2025 Version

Understanding them changes how you see the entire Italian wine landscape. It’s like learning to read the grain in a piece of wood before you start carving.

https://acevola.blogspot.com/2025/10/your-essential-guide-to-italys-doc-and.html

Is Merlot Alive and Kicking 21 Years After Sideways, the Movie?

Merlot Retains Its Popularity Despite the Wild Ride – Let’s Visit the Filming Location

https://triciawinewanderings.substack.com/p/is-merlot-alive-and-kicking-21-years?utm_medium=newsletter&_bhlid=5e8aeb8f6d9f8d75eed5ab5c1db7870e881771db

Apalta DO: Chile’s hidden treasure in Colchagua Valley

Apalta DO offers terroirs and varieties off the beaten track, as db discovered at a masterclass with Domaines Bournet-Lapostolle Chile.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/apalta-do-chiles-hidden-treasure-in-colchagua-valley/

Pink Chardonnay joins Champagne’s list of authorised grape varieties

The natural mutation of Chardonnay Blanc becomes the eighth permitted grape variety in Champagne in what experts are describing as “a small revolution in the vineyard.” Giles Fallowfield reports.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/pink-chardonnay-joins-champagnes-list-of-authorised-grape-varieties/

How to Properly Chill and Store Large-Format Bottles of Wine

Magnums, double magnums, jeroboams, imperials, nebuchadnezzars — large-format wine bottles are a great deal of fun

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-store-and-chill-large-format-wine/

9 South African Wineries to Visit Now

From Chapman’s Peak to the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa’s landscapes set the stage for some spectacular sips.

https://www.foodandwine.com/south-africa-cape-winelands-11829769

Wacky Misinformation and Silly Opinions Are Killing Craft Beer

The New York Times recently published Wacky Labels and Silly Names Are Killing Craft Beer, an opinion piece about craft beer. “Killing?”

https://washingtonbeerblog.com/wacky-misinformation-and-opinions-are-killing-craft-beer/

Four New Discoveries About Beer and Wine That Might Change How You Drink

Scientists continue to uncover fascinating details about beer and wine, even though people have been brewing and fermenting these beverages for thousands of years.

https://scitechdaily.com/four-new-discoveries-about-beer-and-wine-that-might-change-how-you-drink/

Brock professor warns cancer labels on alcohol could mislead public

‘To reach the level of cancer risk presented in regular tobacco smoking, a drinker would have to consume so much that they would die of alcohol poisoning,’ says university’s Chair of Health Sciences

https://www.notllocal.com/local-news/brock-professor-warns-cancer-labels-on-alcohol-could-mislead-public-11368093

Is Every Wine a Brand? And Does it Matter?

The concept of wine brands is viewed very differently on both sides of the Atlantic. But it can divide Britons too.

https://robertejoseph.substack.com/p/is-every-wine-a-brand-and-does-it?utm_medium=newsletter

10 Wine Etiquette Do’s and Don’ts For The Discerning Taster

Make this your go-to guide for the do’s and don’ts of wine etiquette.

https://www.brookswine.com/10-wine-etiquette-dos-and-donts/

Diageo could sell Crown Royal site

Diageo has responded to rumours that buyers have emerged for its Crown Royal site earmarked for closure in Ontario, stating it has not received any credible offers.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/diageo-could-sell-crown-royal-site/

Rant: Don’t Stress Over Choosing Your Thanksgiving Wines!

Every year countless people stress over which wines to pair with their Thanksgiving dinner. 

https://passionatefoodie.blogspot.com/2025/10/rant-dont-stress-over-choosing-your.html

Carlsberg creates the world’s smallest beer

A non-alcoholic symbol of responsible drinking

https://www.carlsberggroup.com/newsroom/carlsberg-creates-the-world-s-smallest-beer-a-non-alcoholic-symbol-of-responsible-drinking/

The best breweries in Massachusetts

Find the best breweries in Massachusetts — including reader favorites and a statewide map to guide your next beer tour.

https://www.boston.com/food/beer/2025/10/21/best-breweries-massachusetts-2025/

Bartenders Share the Strangest Drink Requests of Their Careers

We asked them to share the wildest, weirdest, and most unexpected drink requests they’ve ever received behind the bar.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/spirits/weird-drink-orders-bratenders/

US craft distillery numbers drop 25%

The number of US craft distilleries plunged by a quarter in the 12 months to August 2025, with California suffering the biggest drop.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/us-craft-distillery-numbers-drop-25/

Wines of Argentina unveils global campaign as exports surge in US and Brazil

Argentina’s national wine export body has launched a new global communication strategy under the banner The Wine for Now, aimed at strengthening its footprint in key export destinations. The US and Brazil currently account for 39.2% of Argentina’s wine exports, with 21.7% and 17.5% of total volume, respectively.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/wines-of-argentina-unveils-global-campaign-as-exports-surge-in-us-and-brazil/

New Russells

Russell’s Reserve’snew single rickhouse release, Westland Garryana’s first 10 Year Old, and O.H. Ingram’sflagship are among the offerings featured in Whisky Advocate’s latest weekly roundup. The website has all the details.

How Prohibition and the Mexican Revolution Shaped an Iconic California Wine Family

A Mexican colonel walks into a Baja California distillery, and out walks an Italian immigrant with a ranch east of Los Angeles that becomes one of the most prominent wineries in America.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/galleano-family/

Why More Couples Are Saying ‘I Do’ to Dry Weddings

For decades, dry weddings carried a certain stodgy stigma.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/dry-wedding-trend/

New Sam Adams beer is illegal to buy in 15 states – because it’s so strong

Sam Adams said reaching 30% ABV was a personal goal of founder and CEO Jim Koch, but more important was reaching getting the flavor right for a beverage that “blurs the line between beer and fine spirits.”

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/sam-adams-utopias-strongest-beer/

Alcohol Industry Steps Up Lobbying On Hemp Drinks As Congress Debates THC Ban

Beyond marijuana and alcohol industry stakeholders, the filings also reveal lobbying spending on cannabis issues from advocacy groups, government entities, non-cannabis corporations, financial institutions are more.

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/alcohol-industry-steps-up-lobbying-on-hemp-drinks-as-congress-debates-thc-ban/

 How to Make Non-Alcoholic Wine Worthy of Fine Dining

For decades, few people took non-alcoholic wines seriously.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/non-alcoholic/non-alcoholic-wine-leitz/

The charm of wine labels: Do they matter more than what’s inside?

To judge a wine by its label is not a sin. An imperfect science, yes, but an entirely human proclivity. Eliza Dumais defends the visceral, gut instinct that drives so many wine purchases.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/in-defence-of-judging-wine-by-the-label-567947/

Why China does not need a signature grape

Marselan is being hailed as China’s rising star. But Master of Wine Fongyee Walker believes quality, not a single variety, should define the future of Chinese wine. Nimmi Malhotra reports.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/why-china-does-not-need-a-signature-grape/

Surfside sues AB InBev alleging copycat packaging

The owner of vodka-based hard tea brand Surfside is taking legal action against Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) for allegedly copying its packaging design.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/surfside-sues-ab-inbev-alleging-copycat-packaging/

NEW JD

• Brown-Forman has announced Jack Daniel’sSingle Barrel Special Release Tanyard Hill Rye, the newest yearly addition to the brand’s line of specialty high-end releases. This year’s whiskies come in between 65.10% and 74.40% abv, depending on the barrel. The whiskey is made from a mash of 70% rye, 18% corn, and 12% malted barley, and the barrels have been aging since November 2015. The new release is rolling out now in limited quantities across the U.S. at $80 a 700-ml. bottle. Last year, Jack Daniel’s (excluding flavored whiskies and RTDs) was just below five million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.

A Look At The Top 25 Nip Bottle Selling Towns In Connecticut

Statistics for nip liquor bottles sold in Connecticut were released this week for the latest six-month period.

https://patch.com/connecticut/across-ct/look-top-25-nip-bottle-selling-towns-connecticut

New Bourbon

• Hardin’s Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the ultra-premium experimental whiskey from The James B. Beam Distilling Co., is launching a new Warehouse Series with a three-part collection consisting of Warehouse R (“Mushroom”), Warehouse W (“Beaver”), and Warehouse G (“Owl”) releases. The Warehouse Series whiskies carry an 11-year age statement and are debuting across select markets. The limited editions are all at 55% abv and retail at $150 a bottle.

Taking a Closer Look at Mexican Wine

I think it’s time to take Mexican wine much more seriously.

https://www.vinography.com/2025/10/taking-a-closer-look-at-mexican-wine

Beginner’s guide: reading Champagne labels

Understanding a champagne label can be somewhat mystifying to the uninitiated. Help is at hand! What follows is a glossary, a key to sweetness levels, and a list of producer types.

https://www.therealreview.com/2025/10/22/a-beginners-guide-to-reading-champagne-labels/

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

What’s a Wine Headache?

What does moderation mean?

Why do we rarely see wine commercials?

The Science of Grape Pressing

By using more sophisticated technology and focusing on technique, winemakers can use grape presses to craft more precise wines of different quality levels and styles

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-grape-pressing/

Uncle Nearest Lender Argues That Additional ‘Comingled,’ Personally Owned Entities Should Be Added to Receivership

The ongoing lawsuit between Tennessee-based whiskey brand Uncle Nearest, Inc. and its primary lender, Farm Credit Mid-America, continues to escalate.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/uncle-nearest-inc-receivership-escalation/

Non-alcoholic wines are here to stay

Not just for Gen Z: more and more people prefer dealcoholized wine to traditional wine

https://www.nssmag.com/en/fashion/42741/non-alcoholic-wines-trend-2025-growth-italy

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Beer Every Day

It all depends on the number of cans you crack open.

https://www.eatingwell.com/what-happens-to-your-body-if-you-drink-beer-11819188

What sour mash really means on your whiskey label

Have you ever wondered what sour mash is?

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/sour-mash-whiskey/

Why do we rarely see wine commercials?

Wine brands have less money for advertising and they want to maintain their prestige image.

https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/09/26/why-do-we-rarely-see-wine-commercials

I Visited France’s Famous Vineyards to Finally Understand Wine in My 30s

Study appellations, aging, and terroir without a textbook.

https://www.foodandwine.com/bordeaux-wine-cruise-11812977

Widow Jane finishes Bourbon in Greek oak

Heaven Hill Brands-owned Widow Jane Bourbon has unveiled the seventh limited edition in The Vaults series, which was finished in ‘mythological oak’.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/09/widow-jane-finishes-bourbon-in-greek-oak/

Value of New Zealand wine exports falls

New Zealand saw the value of its wine exports fall marginally to NZ$2.10 billion (£0.91 bn) despite a 5% growth in volume over the last 12 months, on the back of “sluggish” sales to established markets.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/value-of-new-zealand-wine-exports-falls/

Goldilocks & The Three Wines – Why Wine Temperature Matters

-too warm, too cold – finding the “just right” temperature

https://www.shadesofgrape.ca/p/goldilocks-and-the-three-wines-why?utm_medium=newsletter&_bhlid=1c3602eeb937ee7c535ebe417374e55b8119f73a

Foley Launches Tequio Tequila Cocktails

Foley Family Wines & Spirits is extending its range with a new RTD label, Tequio Tequila Cocktails. The lineup includes Tequio Blanco and Reposado Tequila Sodas both at 5% abv, as well as a Tequio Paloma at 6.9% abv that will join the portfolio later this year. Tequio retails at $20 a four-pack of 355-ml. cans. The brand was founded by Louis-Pascal Walsh and Frederick “Flick” Mooradian in Venice, California. Tequio’s RTDs are made with El Mexicano Tequila, also part of the Foley portfolio. “Sitting at the intersection of Tequila and RTDs, the two fastest growing segments, Tequio joins our portfolio alongside our Sabe branded cocktail-strengt h, high-abv canned cocktails,” said Foley CMO Jason Daniel. “Both are highly differentiated brands playing in the most resonant and growth-driving segments of the RTD category.”

Woodford Reserve Releases Its First High-proof Rye: Barrel Strength Rye

Barrel Strength Rye honors the legacy of America’s original rye whiskeys, where spice and tobacco take the lead, layered with notes of fruit, floral, and subtle sweetness,

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/newreleases/article/308764

Catena Wines Aging Well

Dr. Laura Catena looks back on 3 decades of wine

https://dmwineline.substack.com/p/catena-wines-aging-well

New bribery case shows the three-tier system is not working

Another case has come forth of bribery occurring at a major supermarket chain with a large winery and a large wholesaler alleged to be involved. We can rinse and repeat as these stories repeat themselves time and time again.

https://irishliquorlawyer.com/liquor-industry-insights/new-bribery-case-shows-the-three-tier-system-is-not-working/

Watch the emotional evolution of someone’s face after 1, 2, and 3 alcoholic beverages

Giggling might be induced just by seeing the transformation.

https://www.upworthy.com/three-glasses-down-update

The 19 Best Pinot Grigios for 2025

While most believe Pinot Grigio originated in Italy, it was actually born, like many of the most popular grapes of the world, in France, where it is known as Pinot Gris.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-pinot-grigio-2025/

Kraken resurrects Dark Caramel rum

Proximo Spirits has made The Kraken Dark Caramel and Cornish Sea Salt a permanent part of the brand’s core range, following its debut as a limited edition release last year.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/kraken-resurrects-dark-caramel-rum/

US government shutdown: product delays and lost sales possible

The American spirits industry could face delayed product launches and lost sales after the US government reached a political gridlock, forcing it to shut down.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/us-government-shutdown-product-delays-and-lost-sales-possible/

Chivas Regal’s first-ever clear spirit hits market

Chivas Regal has unveiled Crystalgold, its first-ever clear spirit drink, created through a bespoke filtration process that strips colour from oak-aged whisky while retaining flavor

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/chivas-regals-first-ever-clear-spirit-hits-market/

Could Beer Waste Be the Next Big Source of Protein? Scientists Think So

Researchers found that proteins extracted from spent grain, beer’s biggest byproduct, can outperform conventional materials used in food science applications.

https://www.foodandwine.com/spent-grain-protein-research-11814852

BOISSON INTRODUCES CURATED NON-ALCOHOLIC WINE CLUB IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SOMMELIER ANDRÉ HUESTON MACK

As Wine Director at Boisson, I’m excited to launch what I believe is the future of inclusive wine culture

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/boisson-introduces-curated-non-alcoholic-wine-club-in-partnership-with-sommelier-andre-hueston-mack-302571740.html

Study claims wine can lower risk of heart diseases; debunks myth that alcohol is bad for health

Here’s what you need to know.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/health/study-claims-wine-can-lower-risk-of-heart-diseases-debunks-myth-that-alcohol-is-bad-for-health-101735636499315.html?utm_source=microsoft-ht

Trump’s tariffs give European wineries — and US importers — a hangover

With U.S. tariffs set at 15 percent for the foreseeable future, it’s a lose-lose situation for winemakers on both sides of the Atlantic.

https://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-tariffs-european-wineries-grapes-us-importers-hangover/

The Seven Wonders of Wine World

Iconic Bottles That Define Modern Wine Culture

https://vinepair.com/articles/seven-wonders-of-wine-world/

Why Buffalo Trace Is Beating Bourbon’s Downturn

After what has seemed like an endless string of smashing successes, the bourbon industry is facing its first real roadblocks in decades, and reports of turmoil and decline have been growing more frequent and agitated over the past year.

https://vinepair.com/articles/buffalo-trace-succeeding-as-bourbon-slumps/

Ignoring This Beer Myth Allows You To Enjoy Your Favorite Brew In A New Way

This is because often times, cold temperatures make it harder to taste your beer.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1981681/beer-myth-serve-cold/

Accidentally bought a terrible bottle of wine? Just add salt

 Putting salt in wine can improve it.

https://metro.co.uk/2025/10/04/unexpected-kitchen-cabinet-item-can-make-wine-taste-better-24300797/

Busch Light Is Giving Away 19 Years’ Worth of Beer, but There’s a Catch — Consumers Must Legally Change Their Name

The alcoholic beverage brand is encouraging consumers to score the major prize by changing their name to Hunter

https://people.com/busch-light-giving-19-years-of-beer-to-consumers-who-legally-change-their-name-11824515

Tariffs Have Transformed the Wine World as We Know It

While the U.S. Court of Appeals recently clipped the administration’s wings—declaring his unilateral levies illegal—those fees remain in place as the case moves toward the Supreme Court for further deliberations.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/tariffs-transform-wine-industry/

How a Jug of Carlo Rossi Wine Inspired a Legendary Rock Song

Iron Butterfly’s 1968 hit “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida” is a simple, somewhat nonsensical, and exhausting tune

https://vinepair.com/articles/iron-butterfly-hit-song-wine-inspiration/

US spirits exports to Canada plummet 85% in Q2

Exports of American spirits plunged by double digits in all key markets during the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, with Canada suffering the largest drop.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/us-spirits-exports-plummet-85-to-canada-in-q2/

We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Best Rye for Beginners?

Because there are so many ryes on the market, there’s never been a better time for the uninitiated yet curious drinker to dive into the category

https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-bartenders-best-rye-whiskey-for-beginners/

Amidst a slow wine market, winemakers say they’re struggling this harvest

A global drop in demand for wine has led to a grape glut, and many U.S. vineyards are letting their grapes rot rather than harvesting them. Growers say it’s one of the worst wine years in decades.

https://www.npr.org/2025/10/06/nx-s1-5535639/amidst-a-slow-wine-market-winemakers-say-theyre-struggling-this-harvest

Come Over October: ‘Wine is so much more than alcohol’

The Come Over October campaign is back, and this time it’s calling on wine businesses to fight for their future. Eloise Feilden speaks to its founders.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/come-over-october-wine-is-so-much-more-than-alcohol/

Should You Bring Wine When You’re Invited To A Dinner Party?

Ever been invited to a dinner party and wonder if you should bring your host a bottle of wine?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1988228/dinner-party-guest-wine-gift-etiquette/

Move over Valle de Guadalupe, there’s a new wine region in town

While it might seem unlikely, the central states of Puebla and Hidalgo have been on the map of Mexican wine-producing states for several years.

https://mexiconewsdaily.com/food/move-over-valle-de-guadalupe-theres-a-new-wine-region-in-town/

What’s a Wine Headache?

Certain components found in wine like tannins and histamines may be the culprit

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/wine-headache

What does moderation mean?

We are all apparently drinking less. But how are we doing that?

https://robertejoseph.substack.com/p/what-does-moderation-mean?utm_medium=newsletter

Ageing Bourbon barrel numbers hit all-time high

The number of ageing barrels of Bourbon in Kentucky has hit a record high of 16.1 million, with taxes on the casks soaring by 163% over the last five years.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/ageing-bourbon-barrel-numbers-hit-all-time-high/

EH Taylor Bottled in Bond joins Antique Collection

Sazerac-owned Buffalo Trace Distillery is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Antique Collection with a new addition to the series: EH Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/eh-taylor-bottled-in-bond-joins-antique-collection/

Sagamore Spirit names new master distiller

Maryland-based Sagamore Spirit has promoted Ryan Norwood from vice president of operations to master distiller, after nearly a decade at the distillery.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/sagamore-spirit-names-new-master-distiller/

Super Simple Sake Terms

Four little words to set you on the path to enjoying sake

https://shanaspeakswine.substack.com/p/super-simple-sake-terms?utm_medium=newsletter&_bhlid=7e712bb3cddcda71ae07cb51db15cbf8a4f0b800

European beverage market under ‘structural reset’ as 71% of consumers drink less alcohol

Europeans are consuming less alcohol – and many younger consumers are stopping buying alcohol altogether – according to new data released by Circana this week. But winning in this new market is not simply about being alcohol-free…

HTTPS://WWW.BEVERAGEDAILY.COM/ARTICLE/2025/10/08/EUROPEAN-CONSUMERS-DRINK-LESS-ALCOHOL-CIRCANA-DATA/

Adding Art to Bubbles

The Champagne Method

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/champagne-traditional-classic-method-wines

From algorithms to appellations: the rise of AI in wine

From predictive analytics to fine wine fintech, industry leaders are harnessing technology to make wine more personal, more accessible, and more relevant to a new generation.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/from-algorithms-to-appellations-the-rise-of-ai-in-wine/

Capsules influence wine purchase decisions, shows ‘neuromarketing’ study

In a scientific study exploring the emotional impact of wine capsules on consumers, it was found that nine out of 10 shoppers prefer a wine bottle with a capsule. Furthermore, synergy between the capsule and label is paramount for “brand recall”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/10/capsules-influence-wine-purchase-decisions-shows-neuromarketing-study/

Beer Trends 2025: Social drinking rebounds amid shifting consumer habits

Data from Fintech and the National Beer Wholesalers Association showcases trends like nonalcoholic beer and the growing ‘Beyond Beer’ category

https://www.nrn.com/beverage-trends/beer-trends-2025-social-drinking-rebounds-amid-shifting-consumer-habits

How the ‘95/5’ Rye Mash Bill Went From MGP Signature to Craft Staple

And yet, here in the year 2025, all of the sudden at least a half dozen craft distilleries have begun distilling their own rye with that exact same 95/5 ratio.

https://vinepair.com/articles/95-5-rye-mgp-signature-to-craft-whiskey-staple/

Your First Wine Tasting:

What to Expect and How to Fake It Like a Pro

https://brads-wine.com/blogs/news/your-first-wine-tasting-what-to-expect-and-how-to-fake-it-like-a-pro

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10-06-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Organic Vs Natural Vs Biodynamic Wine

Beer Is Losing Its Grasp on Football

Alcohol Looks Weaker on Surveys Than in Reality

Americans reevaluate their relationship with alcohol as consumption hits record low; more Americans confront health risks of moderate drinking

A growing number of Americans are walking away from the bar, the bottle, and a decades-old assumption that a daily drink is harmless. According to the USA Today website, Gallup finds just 54 percent of US adults now say they drink alcohol, the lowest share in nearly 90 years of polling, a change the pollsters say is tied to rising health concerns about even “moderate” drinking.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/americans-reevaluate-their-relationship-with-alcohol-as-consumption-hits-record-low-more-americans-confront-health-risks-of-even-moderate-drinking/articleshow/123874622.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst

Why isn’t beer served over ice?

For whatever reason, beer is one of the few beverages that it’s considered totally unacceptable to add ice,

https://savornation.tv/food-facts/why-isnt-beer-served-over-ice/

It’s the Era of ‘Self-Prohibition.’ That’s Made Booze-Free Alcohol a Big Business

• A market for alcohol-free beer, wine and spirits shops has opened up as more Americans moderate their drinking.
• https://www.investopedia.com/it-s-the-era-of-self-prohibition-that-s-made-booze-free-alcohol-a-big-business-11809226

We Asked Experts For The Best Types Of Wine For Avoiding A Hangover—These Are Their Top Picks

Happy hour without the headache!

https://www.delish.com/food-news/a65943431/best-wines-for-avoiding-hangovers/

The Rise of No- and Low-Alcohol Wines: How TTB and FDA Divide Oversight

The demand for no- and low-alcohol beverages has exploded in recent years.

https://www.winelawonreserve.com/the-rise-of-no-and-low-alcohol-wines-how-ttb-and-fda-divide-oversight/

Alcohol Looks Weaker on Surveys Than in Reality

For the first time in Gallup’s trend, a majority of Americans, 53%, say drinking in moderation, or ‘one or two drinks a day’, is bad for one’s health

https://www.drinksinsider.com/p/gallup-finds-americans-turning-on?utm_medium=newsletter

What The 2025 Results Tell Us About the Global Wine Scene

This year’s IWSC wine results delivered some genuine surprises: a Georgian qvevri wine and a Burgundian Chardonnay both claimed Gold medals.

https://www.iwsc.net/news/wine/what-the-2025-results-tell-us-about-the-global-wine-scene

How Will We Know (When the Wine Market Finally Turns Around)?

Everyone is hoping for a turning point in the wine business.

https://wineeconomist.com/2025/09/16/shoop/

Thieves strip 8,000 square metres of German vines

Unknown perpetrators have stolen almost all the ripe Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc grapes from two vineyards in Gundheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. Police believe the raid, carried out between 6 and 14 September, cost the growers several thousand euros in lost fruit.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/thieves-strip-8000-square-metres-of-german-vines/

Survey uncovers solutions to help US shoppers buy more wine

New consumer research reveals how US shoppers think the wine industry can make buying more approachable, as trade data shows price pressures and competition weighing on sales.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/survey-uncovers-solutions-to-help-us-shoppers-buy-more-wine/

The 30 Best Rye Whiskeys to Drink in 2025

Adored by both bartenders and spirits connoisseurs, rye whiskey has never quite penetrated the home bar of mainstream drinkers (and, to a lesser extent, taterdom) in the same way bourbon has.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-rye-whiskies-2025/

New Bourbon

• Sazerac’s 1792 Bourbonhas released Cognac Cask Finish, the latest permanent addition to brand’s portfolio. The 47.5% abv whiskey is matured in Cognac casks housed on the top floor of the distillery’s rickhouses for at least six months before bottling. 1792 Cognac Cask Finish carries a suggested price of $38 and is now available across the U.S. Last year, the brand was up 25% to 175,000 cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank. 1792’s 2024 performance earned the brand a “Hot Prospect” award from Impact. 

4 Easy Ways To Chill Your Wine FAST

No more whining about warm wine.

https://www.delish.com/kitchen-tools/kitchen-secrets/a66029806/how-to-chill-wine/

German winemakers carve out the alcohol-free wine category

Germany has pioneered alcohol-free beer. Can it also lead the way in alcohol-free wine?

HTTPS://WWW.BEVERAGEDAILY.COM/ARTICLE/2025/09/19/GERMANY-AND-RIESLING-PIONEER-ALCOHOL-FREE-WINE/

How bold labels are the disruptors of wine

What were once seen as the all important traditions that kept wine special and separate to any other drink are now some of the major reasons for holding it back

https://www.the-buyer.net/insight/arsen-khachaturyants-how-bold-labels-are-the-true-disruptors-of-wine

Chimps consume daily dose of alcohol through fruit, UC Berkeley study finds

Wild chimpanzees may be ingesting the equivalent of nearly two cocktails a day via their fruit-heavy diets, according to new research.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/chimps-consume-daily-dose-of-alcohol-through-fruit-uc-berkeley-study-finds/

Why it’s not over for wine just yet

Despite much hand-wringing by those in the wine trade right now, tech expert and Wine Owners co-founder Nick Martin believes that the grape-based drink has a bright future, when discussing market challenges with db ahead of our conference next month.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/why-its-not-over-for-wine-just-yet/

We Asked 6 Wine Pros: What’s the Most Overrated Wine Region?

When it comes to wine, certain regions are undeniably more famous than others, and they tend to be the ones that carry the most prestige (think places like Champagne, Burgundy, and Napa Valley).

https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-wine-pros-overrated-wine-region/

Lodi Wine History: The Making of California’s Most Dynamic Wine Region

As we celebrate California Wine Month this September, there’s no better time to dive into the rich history of grape growing and wine production in one of the state’s most significant appellations.

https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/CA-Wine-Month-Discover-Lodi-Wine-History

The 10 Best California Cabernet Sauvignons Under $50

 These are 10 of the best California Cabernets under $50.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-california-cabernet-sauvignon-under-50/

Sagamore releases its oldest rye whiskey

Illva Saronno-owned Sagamore Spirit Distillery in Maryland has unveiled its oldest straight rye whiskey to date: a 10-year-old.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/09/sagamore-releases-its-oldest-rye-whiskey/

The wine industry doesn’t work the way Washington thinks it does

Kevin D. Williamson is national correspondent for the Dispatch and writer-in-residence at the Competitive Enterprise Institute.

https://cei.org/opeds_articles/the-wine-industry-doesnt-work-the-way-washington-thinks-it-does/

Is Expensive Wine a Scam?

Using Wine-Searcher data to navigate the price-quality maze can help you see beyond the hype and illusion.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/09/is-expensive-wine-a-scam

How To Identify 3 Disappointing Wine Faults Like A Sommelier

If you are a wine lover, nothing is more disappointing than opening a bottle and realizing something is not quite right.

https://www.brookswine.com/how-to-identify-3-wine-faults-like-a-sommelier/

Maison Chavin highlighted by Neo Restauration:

Dealcoholized wine in the spotlight

https://www.pierre-chavin.com/en/all-the-news/presse-en/maison-chavin-mise-en-lumiere-par-neo-restauration-le-vin-sans-alcool-a-lhonneur/

Vineyards Expose Kids to Toxins

Toxic atmospheres, poor prices and drought – life doesn’t get any easier for European wine producers.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/09/vineyards-expose-kids-to-toxins

Alcohol Is Killing Americans at an Alarming Rate—Here’s Why

America’s relationship with alcohol is getting better and worse at the same time. Fewer people are drinking overall, which is nice. But for those still clinging to the bottle, things are worse than ever.

https://www.vice.com/en/article/alcohol-is-killing-americans-at-an-alarming-rate-heres-why/

Beer Is Losing Its Grasp on Football. Here’s Why.

How have beer sales been looking now that both college and professional football are back in full swing?

https://vinepair.com/articles/hop-take-football-season-beer-sales-down/

Michelob Ultra Now the Top-Selling Beer in America

First introduced in 2002, Michelob Ultra isn’t a new commodity, but sales volume has ramped up significantly in the past five years.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/michelob-ultra-top-selling-beer-in-america/

New Vodka

• Belvedere, part of the Moet Hennessy portfolio, has launched Dirty Brew, a 30% abv coffee-infused vodka. The new entry is a blend of Belvedere’s organic rye vodka with roasted organic robusta coffee beans, and is recommended to be served as a shot or poured over top of desserts such as an Affogato. Belvedere Dirty Brew retails at $37 a 700-ml. bottle and is launching exclusively on ReserveBar. Belvedere had U.S. volume of 345,000 cases last year, according to Impact Databank. 

It Shouldn’t Be so Hard to Find a Good NA Drink These Days

It’s not surprising, then, that with such a substantial growing movement, a plethora of new options have cropped up for those who love their drinks, but don’t want the side effects. These non-alcoholic spirits, beers, cocktails, wines, and more have exploded the market, with sales surging 26% over the past year to top $800 million in the US.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/non-alcoholic/where-are-the-na-drinks/

5 Alternatives to Sassicaia, Tuscany’s Legendary Red Blend

Known as the original “Super Tuscan” and kick-starting the Bordeaux-variety revolution in Italy in the 1970s, Sassicaia continues to be one of the most highly sought-after wines in its category.

https://vinepair.com/articles/sassicaia-tuscan-red-blend-alternatives/

New N/A Ameretto

• Amaretto Adriatico is introducing Zero, a non-alcoholic amaretto retailing at $32. The newcomer, made in Puglia, Italy, expands Adriatico’s U.S. range, which also includes the flagship Amaretto Adriatico Roasted Almonds expression ($38), along with Bianco, a 16% abv white amaretto ($38). Amaretto Adriatico is made with Filippo Cea almonds from Puglia, Adriatic Sea salt, and half the sweetness of traditional brands, according to the company. The brand is currently present in New York (Empire Merchants), Georgia (Savannah), Connecticut (CDI), Oklahoma (Premium Brands), Maryland and Washington (Breakthru), and will launch in Massachusetts (Martignetti) next month.

Charlie Sheen Partners with Popular Brewery to Debut ‘Wild’ Non-Alcoholic Beer

The new beverage is a game changer.

https://www.mensjournal.com/food/charlie-sheen-wild-af-non-alcoholic-beer

Dr. Maya Rosman reveals: This is the reason why Israeli wine is actually healthier

The Israeli sun can be especially cruel, but it turns out that for grapes it actually adds advantages. And also – is it worth drinking a glass of wine once a day?

https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-868520

3 Tips for How to Best Use Soda in Cocktails

Classic well drinks like the Rum and Coke or Vodka Soda might seem like the easiest cocktails to master, but there are still some nuances to consider while building these simple, two-part drinks.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-use-soda-in-cocktails-explained/

13 of the Best Cocktails to Make With Sweet Vermouth

From New Orleans originals like the Vieux Carré to sherry-spiked cocktails named for ancient Greek hunters, here are 13 of the best cocktails to make using sweet vermouth.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-sweet-vermouth-cocktails/

Here’s Why Your Next Great Sparkling Wine Might Come From Oregon

We all know and love the classic bubbly go-tos — Champagne, Prosecco, Cava — but this American wine region is proving that you needn’t look overseas to sparkle.

https://www.foodandwine.com/oregon-best-sparkling-wine-11816195

We Asked 10 Sommeliers: What Cabernet Sauvignon Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?

When it comes to red wines, few are as revered as Cabernet Sauvignon.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-somms-best-bang-for-buck-cabernet-sauvignon-2025/

Diageo halts production at Balcones and George Dickel

Diageo has temporarily ceased whiskey production at its Balcones and George Dickel distilleries with the loss of 17 jobs, as it re-evaluates its ‘productivity goals’, The Spirits Business can reveal.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/09/diageo-halts-production-at-balcones-and-george-dickel/

Why Is Oregon Producing So Many High-Quality, Affordable Wines?

One of the biggest misconceptions people have about wine is that the more you spend on a bottle, the better it will be.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/podcasts/wine-enthusiast-podcast/oregon-wines-best-buy/

Organic Vs Natural Vs Biodynamic Wine

A Quick Guide To Understanding The Differences

https://www.tastingtable.com/1974585/organic-natural-dynamic-wines-differences/

New Wild Turkey

• Campari’s Wild Turkeyhas announced Master’s Keep Beacon, the final whiskey in the Master’s Keep series. This edition is a blend of 10- and 16-year-old Bourbon, selected by master blender Bruce Russell and master distiller Eddie Russell. The younger whiskey was selected by Bruce and is one of the first whiskies he made with his father Eddie and grandfather Jimmy. The older spirit is Eddie’s pick and dates from the original Wild Turkey distillery before its 2011 expansion. The 59% abv Bourbon carries a suggested price of $300 a bottle and is now rolling out in limited quantities across the U.S. Last year, Wild Turkey was at 806,000 cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.

How Wine and Spirits Got Stuck in the Middle of a Global Trade War

Over the last seven years, the alcohol industry has faced chaos and cost increases at the hands of a global trade war. Here’s where we currently stand and how we got here.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine-spirits-tariff-timeline/

America’s Bulk Wine Glut Should Have Sparked a Brand Boom

Why Hasn’t It?

https://vinepair.com/articles/american-bulk-wine-glut-not-expanding-market/

We Asked 15 Bartenders: Which Tequila Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?

As the tequila market continues to boom, so does its reputation as a sophisticated spirit.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-bartenders-bang-for-buck-tequila-2025/

US tariffs cost Scotch whisky £20m a month

The US’s 10% tariff on UK goods is costing the Scotch whisky industry almost £20 million (US$27m) a month in lost exports, according to the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA).

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/09/us-tariffs-cost-scotch-whisky-20m-a-month/

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

09-22-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Wine Tariffs Get Their Day in Court

Impact of the wellness trend on wine consumption

Can Great Wines Exist Without Sulfites?

Exploring the Maremma and Morellino di Scansano

The Maremma is located in the southwestern part of Tuscany in the province of Grosseto.

https://www.vinotravelsitaly.com/2025/08/Maremma-and-Moris-Farms-Morellino-di-Scansano.html

10 THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT MODELO ESPECIAL BEER

If you think you know a beer, think again. Because Modelo Especial has a lot of things going on that even the most informed beer-lovers don’t have a clue about.

https://www.americancraftbeer.com/beer-briefs-10-things-you-may-not-know-about-modelo-especial-beer/

Moderate Beer Consumption Produces Benefits in Mice

Not all beers have the same effects.

https://www.lifespan.io/news/moderate-beer-consumption-produces-benefits-in-mice/

Can non-alcoholic drinks trigger cravings for full-strength alcohol?

A discussion between health experts and teetotallers has raised the quandary over whether non-alcoholic drinks that mimic alcoholic variants can create a yearning for returning to drinking. db looks into the debate.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/can-non-alcoholic-drinks-trigger-cravings-for-full-strength-alcohol/

Gen Z want spicy alcohol, matcha and pickles, report reveals

Spicy alcoholic drinks, functional beverages and matcha are having a moment, according to a Tastewise report composed of billions of data points sourced from April 2023 to April 2025.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/gen-z-want-spicy-alcohol-matcha-and-pickles/

Cincoro faces lawsuit over ‘100% agave’ claim

Michael Jordan’s Tequila brand, Cincoro, has been hit by a class action lawsuit that alleges it is not made from 100% Blue Weber agave.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/09/cincoro-faces-lawsuit-over-100-agave-claim/

The 10 Best Pumpkin Beers to Drink This Year (2025)

This trend is a double-edged sword. For those hoping to hold onto summer for as long as possible,

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-pumpkin-beers-2024/

Trump does not put the American Liquor Industry First

Unfortunately, when it comes to the liquor industry and opening up markets and enhancing competition, the President has abandoned an America first policy.

https://irishliquorlawyer.com/liquor-industry-insights/trump-does-not-put-the-american-liquor-industry-first/

Galicia: Unprecedented wildfires scorch more than 90k hectares

While most wine producers avoided the worst, Alvaredos-Hobbs, the boutique project partly owned by Californian winemaker Paul Hobbs, has an estimated loss of 70% of production. The different DOs have started assessing the tragedy ahead of harvest.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/galicia-unprecedented-wildfires-scorch-more-than-90k-hectares-563902/

Don’t Throw Out Leftover Bacon Grease, Add It To This Liquor Instead

When you cook up a plate of sizzling bacon, you’ll inevitably be left with some grease in the pan.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1944087/dont-throw-out-bacon-grease-add-vodka/

Rock legends Queen trademark band’s crest for use on wine

Queen are reportedly preparing to enter the wine business, with founding members Sir Brian May and Roger Taylor trademarking the band’s iconic crest for use on bottles of vino.

https://www.music-news.com/news/UK/184014/Rock-legends-Queen-trademark-band-s-crest-for-use-on-wine

Why You Should Buy From an Independent Wine Merchant

Here’s why choosing an independent retailer could change the way you drink wine.

https://vine-wine.co.uk/why-you-should-buy-from-an-independent-wine-merchant/

Is water the new wine?

We’re moving away from considering bottled water just for hydration, and towards water as an experience

https://www.lgt.com/global-en/market-assessments/insights/lifestyle/is-water-the-new-wine-303638

CHAMPAGNE AND CRÉMANT DE LOIRE

19 POWERFUL SECRETS FOR MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE

https://pepites-en-champagne.fr/en/blog/post/champagne-and-cremant-de-loire-19-powerful-secrets-for-making-the-right-choice-guide-essentiel-2025

Where to Now for Wine Tariffs?

A court has struck down Trump’s tariffs, but what does that mean for importers and the wider wine industry?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/09/where-to-now-for-wine-tariffs

Your Beer May Contain ‘Forever Chemicals,’ According to New Research

The chemicals, linked to health risks, were detected in beers from both U.S. breweries and international brands.

https://www.foodandwine.com/beer-pfas-forever-chemicals-11801557

This Simple Trick Takes Pumpkin Beer to the Next Level

The trick is simple: Rim a glass with cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar before pouring the beer.

https://vinepair.com/articles/pumpkin-beer-garnish-improves-taste/

Corks exempt from 15% tariff in the US

Closures manufacturers are celebrating as Trump announces that cork stoppers will not be subject to the 15% tariff applied to most EU products exported to the US. Sarah Neish reports.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/corks-exempt-from-15-tariff-in-the-us/

Can Great Wines Exist Without Sulfites?

The idea that sulfur is problematic tends to spark debate, if not outright controversy.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/sulite-free-wines/

RFK Jr. and the White House buried a major study on alcohol and cancer. Here’s what it shows.

Kennedy wants to “Make America Healthy Again” — but doesn’t want you to see a report that could do just that

https://www.vox.com/health/460086/rfk-jr-trump-maha-cancer-alcohol-study-health

Taste the Wine Rainbow

We felt it was interesting enough to warrant its own deep dive and explore the multifaceted world of the facets of wine colors. So, let’s have a look at why wines are the colors they are.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/wine-color-red-white-rose-orange-maceration-winemaking

Alcohol-Free BRUNETTE by EdeM, a Catena Institute of Wine Creative Project

Available in the US Starting October 2025

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/newreleases/article/307562

The Detail About Organic Wine’s Shelf Life You Won’t Find On The Label

Sulfites are an antioxidant and antimicrobial

https://www.chowhound.com/1957709/organic-wine-shelf-life/

16 Essential Bottles of Bourbon 

To trace bourbon’s evolution from the late 1700s to today, we’ve assembled a timeline of defining moments paired with bottles tied to each milestone.

https://vinepair.com/articles/essential-bottles-of-bourbon-timeline/

Fireball introduces Blazin’ Apple

Sazerac-owned Fireball Cinnamon Whisky has introduced a first flavour variant to its permanent range: Blazin’ Apple.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/09/fireball-introduces-blazin-apple/

Cava DO now 100% organic for Cava de Guarda Superior

All Guarda Superior Cavas released from now onwards will be certified as 100% organic. The milestone has been a long-held target for the Cava DO which now has nearly 110,0000 hectares of certified organic vineyards

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/cava-do-now-100-organic-for-cava-de-guarda-superior/

Alcohol vs. THC: What’s the Healthier Option? Here’s Where the Research Stands

If you’re trying to decide which drink is better for your body — alcohol or a THC-infused beverage — the answer, unsurprisingly, is complicated.

https://www.foodandwine.com/alcohol-thc-cannabis-healthy-11801996

Wine Tourism Is Drying Up and Nobody Saw It Coming

Hotel prices are slamming wine tourism

https://www.drinksinsider.com/p/tasting-room-traffic-falls-and-wine?utm_medium=newsletter

Supreme Court Is Next Stop for Wine Importer’s Lawsuit Against Trump’s Trade War

A federal appeals court agreed with a ruling that the President overstepped when he imposed universal tariffs, but the decision has been stayed pending appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/wine-importer-lawsuit-stymies-trump-trade-war

Kendall-Jackson Debuts First Sparkling Wine

Kendall-Jackson,  the 3-million-case California wine brand known for Chardonnay, is introducing its first sparkling offering. The brand’s Vintner’s Reserve Brut Cuvée ($20) is made via the Charmat method from California-sourc ed French Colombard, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir and is bottled at 11% abv. It’s rolling out nationally at retail and online. Parent company Jackson Family Wines noted that sparkling wines have been the strongest part of the wine market for several years, fueled by younger consumers. “Over the past five years, nearly 10 million new consumers have entered the category, with sparkling now accounting for more than 12% of total U.S. wine volume, up from just 8% in 2017,” the company said. “While the holiday season still accounts for about 20% of annual sparkling consumption, demand is increasingly driven by year-round occasions.”

Inside Ancient Rome’s Bacchanalia: What wine fueled the party?

Drinking wine to the point of ecstasy is something you’ve probably experienced, perhaps in the confinements of your uni halls, perhaps at pub-trips-gone-haywire, perhaps in a field at 3am. We’re not one to judge, and the ancient Roman god Bacchus wouldn’t have either. In fact, he had a whole cult following dedicated to doing just that. So what actually went down at the Bacchanalia rituals, and, importantly, what wine were they drinking?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/inside-ancient-romes-bacchanalia-what-wine-fueled-the-party/

What Does It Mean if a Wine Is ‘Cooked’?

It either means the bottle has been sitting in a temperature that is way too hot, or it’s been sitting directly in UV light.

https://vinepair.com/articles/cooked-wine-explained/

Does Crop Thinning Really Lead to Better Wine?

Crop thinning—the practice of removing some grape clusters from the vine before harvest—is thought to boost the quality of the remaining crop, but how well does it actually work?

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/does-crop-thinning-really-lead-to-better-wine/

Why wine has a problem and how to solve it

Wine sales have now declined for three years – and the causes are structural and transitory – but there are solutions, according to Stephen Rannekleiv, executive director for food and agribusiness research at Rabobank.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/09/why-wine-has-a-problem-and-how-to-solve-it/

We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Best Bourbon for Beginners?

Having some guidance can help make getting into bourbon a little easier.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-bartenders-best-bourbon-for-beginners-2025/

Five fascinating facts about Port

Westgarth Wines explores fascinating, fun facts about Port wine.

https://westgarthwines.com/blogs/news/five-fascinating-facts-about-port

Impact of the wellness trend on wine consumption

It has been widely reported that global wine consumption is now at the lowest level since 1961.

https://www.wineaustralia.com/news/market-bulletin/issue-347

Master Barolo Vintages

How does one determine a “good” vintage for Barolo wine and other Langhe wines?

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/langhe-italy-best-barolo-wine-vintage-barbera-nebbiolo

WHO has an unattainable requirement for health and wine

That is, science can never prove that alcohol poses no risk to health, only that it is or is not a low risk. However, the WHO does require precisely that:

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/09/who-has-unattainable-requirement-for.html

The 10 Most Important World Whiskies of the 21st Century So Far

If you wander into your local watering hole and ask the barkeep for a pour of whiskey — without adding any specifics — you’re almost guaranteed to get something that was brought to bottle in either Scotland, the U.S., Ireland, or Canada.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-important-world-whiskies-since-2000/

Cointreau Enters The Ready-to-Serve Segment

Rémy Cointreau is launching the first ready-to-serve products under its Cointreau orange liqueur brand. Cointreau Citrus Spritz is debuting in Orange & Blood Orange and Lemon & Lime variants, both at 10% abv and retailing at $20 a 750-ml. bottle. The new offerings are a blend of Cointreau, French white wine, and natural citrus flavors.

Why Are BuzzBallz Biggies Such a Big Deal Right Now?

It seems like every generation to come of drinking age has their high octane, pre-packaged beverage.

https://vinepair.com/articles/buzzballz-biggies-explainer/

Wine Tariffs Get Their Day in Court

A date has been announced for the US Supreme Court hearing over the legality of President Trump’s tariff campaign.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/09/wine-tariffs-get-their-day-in-court

Wine Needs Restaurants

Restaurants have always been an essential part of creating and maintaining wine culture in America.

https://sonomawinegrape.org/wine-needs-restaurants/

Wine Retailers Brace For Potential Tariff Fallout

Already facing numerous industry challenges, beverage alcohol retailers must now deal with new wine tariffs.

https://www.marketwatchmag.com/wine-retailers-brace-for-potential-tariff-fallout/

Are Influencers’ Social Media Posts Promoting Alcohol Beverages Subject to TTB’s Advertising Regulations?

How does TTB determine if a post is an advertisement?

In making this determination, we will consider:

• Whether or not an industry member directly, indirectly, or through an affiliate published, disseminated, or caused to be published or disseminated, any advertisement; in this case, the SMI’s posts; or,
• If the SMI was compensated directly or indirectly by the industry member in return for the endorsement.
• https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2025/09/12/are-influencers-social-media-posts-promoting-alcohol-beverages-subject-to-ttbs-advertising-regulations/

The 9 Best Japanese Beers, According to Experts

Don’t stop at rice lagers like Sapporo. Pour one of our favorite Japanese brews into your pint glass and thank us later.

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a66012684/best-japanese-beers-to-drink/

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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09-08-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

The Rise of Alcohol Alternatives

How can wine fight back against RTDs?

What Is Solera Aging?

Is the Italian Margarita Actually Italian?

You’re Asking the Wrong Questions

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/spirits/italian-margarita-trend-olive-garden/

When Trump tariffs hit French barrels and corks, California’s winemakers feel the squeeze

Small California producers say Trump’s EU levies are driving up costs and threatening family businesses

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2025/aug/15/wine-california-trump-tariffs

Alcohol consumption has hit a 90-year low

The percentage of U.S. adults who say they drink alcohol has dropped to 54%, the lowest rate seen by Gallup in almost 90 years of tracking alcohol consumption in the country.

https://www.advisory.com/daily-briefing/2025/08/18/alcohol-consumption

Côtes de Provence gains new cru

Sainte Victoire, which sits at the western end of the Côtes de Provence, has officially become a cru of the appellation.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/cotes-de-provence-gains-new-cru/

What could be the next ‘big thing’ in white wine from Italy?

During a webinar on selling Italian wine in the UK market, db quizzed two experts on their top tips for the next ‘big thing’ when it comes to whites from Italy – and the responses may surprise you.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/what-could-be-the-next-big-thing-in-white-wine-from-italy/

The Best Nonalcoholic Drinks Our Editors Actually Love

From vibrant aperitifs to botanical spritzes and zero-proof wine, these are the standouts in a sea of new nonalcoholic drinks.

https://www.foodandwine.com/editors-favorite-nonalcoholic-drinks-11791992

Can alcohol labels be trusted?

Now more than ever people are paying attention to alcohol levels in their wines, as no/low alternatives are finding a fanbase and people consider what moderation means. Decanter digs into the process in the US for labelling alcohol by volume in wines and what those numbers might really mean.

https://www.decanter.com/learn/alcohol-labels-561088/

Underwood Debuts Non-Alcoholic Rosé Bubbles in a Can… for the Modern Drinker

Union Wine Company, an Oregon-based B Corp that’s the force behind the country’s top-selling canned wine brand Underwood, is innovating once again

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2025/08/19/underwood-debuts-non-alcoholic-rose-bubbles-in-a-can-for-the-modern-drinker/

Teeth Whitening Tips for Wine Lovers

With the right care and a few expert strategies, you can continue to savor your favorite vintages while keeping your smile radiant.

https://www.mondaygrazianidds.com/teeth-whitening-tips-wine-lovers-charleston/

Texas Hill Country wineries team up for first-ever Wine Camp this fall

No, there’s no bunk beds involved, but campers can expect to gain insight into Texas’ ever-growing wine industry through sessions led by growers, winemakers, and culinary experts.

https://sanantonio.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/hill-country-wine-camp/

Old Forester Celebrates 25 Birthday Bourbon Releases With a Bold Break From Tradition

This anniversary bottling keeps the age and proof but changes the way it’s made.

https://www.foodandwine.com/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-2025-11792333

Why are people drinking less in the US? A beer historian has the answers

A Northeastern historian and alcohol industry expert says the aftershock of the COVID-19 pandemic and social media have played a major role in why fewer people, especially young people, are drinking.

https://news.northeastern.edu/2025/08/18/why-people-are-drinking-less-alcohol/

‘B Corp isn’t a badge, it’s a mindset’

Despite industry headwinds, more EU wineries are embracing B Corp certification as a means to bolster business.

https://lmarcher.com/2025/08/08/b-corp-isnt-a-badge-its-a-mindset/

Two truths of wine marketing not widely acknowledged

It’s important that we realize that not all consumers are like us, and we aren’t selling wine to ourselves.

https://wineanorak.com/2025/08/17/two-truths-of-wine-marketing-not-widely-acknowledged/

What Is Solera Aging?

With roots dating back to the 1700s in southern Spain, solera aging is a winemaking technique best known for its role in producing the complex, nutty sherry wines of Andalusía.

https://vinepair.com/articles/solera-aging-explained/

Spirits-based RTDs surpass $2.7bn

The spirits-based ready-to-drink (RTD) segment is now worth US$2.7 billion in the US off-premise, almost three times its size in 2021.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/08/spirit-based-rtds-surpass-2-7bn/

Going strong: The rise of higher proof American whiskeys

Cask strength whiskeys are growing in popularity, as distillers across the US experiment with higher alcohol levels to offer more authentic spirits with intense flavours. Carissa Chesanek learns more and recommends six bottles to try.

https://www.decanter.com/spirits/going-strong-the-rise-of-higher-proof-american-whiskeys-563189/

Wine Careers

Distributor Sales vs. Supplier Sales — Which Is Right for You?

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2025/08/21/wine-careers-distributor-sales-vs-supplier-sales-which-is-right-for-you/

July 2025 Total US Beverage Alcohol Review

• Spirits RTD growth has slowed significantly. The July 2024 trend was (+59.9%)
• https://www.bw166.com/2025/08/19/july-2025-total-us-beverage-alcohol-review/

Seven reasons it’s a miracle anyone gets interested in wine

The reality is, given the obstacles that the industry puts up, a better question to ask is, why does anyone get interested in wine? Here are seven reasons it’s a minor miracle.

https://www.northwestwinereport.com/2025/08/seven-reasons-its-a-miracle-anyone-gets-interested-in-wine.html

New Sparkling

• California sparkling wine producer Chandon, part of the Moët Hennessy portfolio, is launching a new 100% Chardonnay Reserve Blanc de Blancs offering nationally. Aged for a minimum of 3.5 years and partially fermented in French oak barrels, the newcomer retails at $32 a bottle and is made from regeneratively farmed, estate-grown Chardonnay in the cool-climate Carneros style. According to Impact Databank, Chandon grew 2% to just under a half-million cases in the U.S. market last year.

Malibu to launch RTDs with Dole

Pernod Ricard-owned Malibu has joined forces with juice producer Dole on a range of canned cocktails, which will be released early next year.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/08/malibu-to-launch-rtds-with-dole/

Sulfites in wine: Part II

In Part I of our series on wine and sulfites, Westgarth Wines wine expert Maurizio Broggi explained why this chemical is essential for fine winemaking. In Part II, he looks at the cellar process, health rules, and natural wines.

https://westgarthwines.com/blogs/news/sulfites-in-wine-part-ii

The New Project is Here: The Spill

Many years in the making and about to launch…it’s just what wine lovers need today

https://tomwark.substack.com/p/the-new-project-is-here-the-spill

9 Things You Should Know About Labatt, Canada’s Largest Brewery

As one would expect from any brewery that’s been around for 170-plus years,

https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-labatt/

Tennessee Whiskey Is Evolving. Is That a Bad Thing?

But in the past decade or so, the surge of interest and investment in American whiskey, centered on Kentucky bourbon, has extended to Tennessee.

https://vinepair.com/articles/whiskey-from-tennessee-not-always-tennessee-whiskey/

Why You Won’t Find Liquor Sold In Grocery Stores In Certain States

There are 18 control states (technically 17, since one is a county), where the sale of alcohol takes place in state-run stores.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1944990/why-some-states-no-liquor-grocery-store/

Why are people drinking less in the US? Doctor links alcohol to cancer

A Gallup poll reveals only 54% of US adults consume alcohol, the lowest since 1939. Alcohol consumption has halved in recent years, with rising concerns over health risks. Experts suggest a shift similar to the decline of tobacco use may be underway, prompting a review of alcohol guidelines.

https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/why-are-people-drinking-less-in-the-us-doctors-link-alcohol-to-cancer-11756014783963.html

How can wine fight back against RTDs?

As wine’s core consumer ages and new recruits are put off by the category’s perceived lack of accessibility, RTDs have gained momentum, boosted by their convenience, flavour innovation and appeal to younger LDA drinkers. How can the wine industry stem the tide?

https://www.theiwsr.com/insight/how-can-wine-fight-back-against-rtds/

Trump’s tariffs to face major court test brought by US small business owners

Plaintiffs argue president lacks legal power to impose duties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/28/trump-tariffs-lawsuit-small-business

After Retiring from Football, East Fallowfield’s Dick Vermeil Busy Making Fine Wines 

The winery’s tasting room in Napa has already been recognized as the very best in the area, voted number one in Napa for two years running, a distinction that underscores its consistent quality and popularity among visitors. 

https://vista.today/2025/08/retiring-dick-vermeil-fine-wines/

Climate change pushing winemakers to blend wines from different years

In the world of wine vintage is king. If you are buying a bottle of red, white or rosé then the specific year of the grape harvest is almost always written on the label.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxp41y3n7lo

From Tradition to Trend: Scheid’s Pumpkin Spice Chardonnay Shakes Up Wine Category

A bold fusion of classic winemaking and seasonal flair engages the next wave of adventurous wine drinkers

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/newreleases/article/307247

New study: The label on the wine bottle determines flavor and price

The feel of a wine label influences what consumers expect from a wine and whether they perceive it to be of high quality.

https://hochschule-burgenland.at/en/about-us/news-press/press-releases/detail/new-study-the-label-on-the-wine-bottle-determines-flavour-and-price/

Cheap Beer Brands You Should Avoid Buying, According To Customer Reviews

Here are some of the least expensive beers, which can be found for a relative pittance in six-packs or giant cardboard suitcases, that just aren’t worth the price, according to beer-knowledgeable customers.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1945393/cheap-beer-brands-avoid-buying/

New Research Suggests Microplastics May Be More Widespread in Drinks Than You Think

Scientists analyzed popular beverages and uncovered a surprising pattern of microplastic contamination across everyday drinks.

https://www.foodandwine.com/hot-drinks-microplastic-contamination-11797948

There’s Nothing ‘Petit’ About Petit Chablis

Here’s what you need to know about the French white wine that is a surprisingly great value.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/petit-chablis-wine/

America Can Brew Way More Beer Than We Drink. It’s Causing Problems.

Craft breweries’ problem — well, one of them — is that they’re stuck in the middle.

https://vinepair.com/articles/hop-take-america-brewing-more-than-drinking/

A red blend for Ol’ Crimson

Bledsoe Family Winery launches new wine to support WSU Cougar Collective

https://www.kxly.com/news/a-red-blend-for-ol-crimson-bledsoe-family-winery-launches-new-wine-to-support-wsu/article_93868cdd-f331-4785-b7e8-46d1652bccf3.html

Champagne foil remains ‘optional’ after two-year legal battle

The Comité Champagne has withdrawn its opposition to an EU ruling that foil on bottles should be made optional. The turnaround follows research that suggests the absence of foil would not affect sales or damage Champagne’s image.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/champagne-foil-ruled-optional-after-two-year-legal-battle/

Fluid physics reveals why some beers produce bigger heads

The frothy layer of foam which sits at the top of a freshly poured glass of beer, known as the ‘head’, can reveal a lot about the beverage.

https://cosmosmagazine.com/news/beer-foam-fluid-physics/

The Rise of Alcohol Alternatives

Which States Are Drinking Less Booze?

https://www.traceone.com/resources/plm-compliance-blog/states-drinking-less-alcohol

The Historic Mezcal Harvesting Technique Disappearing in the Modern Era

A fading technique among Oaxacan mezcaleros that the meteoric growth of mezcal has not only left behind, but erased to the point that Google can barely find it: tumbado.

https://vinepair.com/articles/tumbado-mezcal-technique/

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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

08-25-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Busch Light Apple Is the McRib of Beer

U.S. Drinking Rate at New Low as Alcohol Concerns Surge

5 myths about sustainability – busted

What Can Bourbon Distillers Learn From the Last Big Bust?

The bourbon industry is looking at some tough times right now.

https://vinepair.com/articles/bourbon-distillers-learn-from-last-big-bust/

The Main Ingredient in Amaretto Isn’t What You Think It Is

The Italian liqueur is sweet, easygoing, and most would agree that its chief tasting note is almond

https://vinepair.com/articles/amaretto-main-ingredient-not-almonds/

French Bloom, a high-end alcohol-free sparkling wine that’s the most convincing product in this space yet

Non-alcoholic wine is currently a topic of intense interest in the wine industry.

https://wineanorak.com/2025/07/28/french-bloom-a-high-end-alcohol-free-sparkling-wine-thats-the-most-convincing-product-in-this-space-yet/

How to Figure Out When Your Bottle of Chartreuse Was Produced

There’s no question that Chartreuse is a darling of the cocktail world, and for good reason.

https://vinepair.com/articles/chartreuse-code-for-production-date/

Does Sparkling Wine Make You Drunk Faster?

Ever feel like a glass of bubbly hits harder than a glass of red wine?

https://www.raisin.digital/en/news/does-sparkling-wine-make-you-drunk-faster-1066/

These Affordable Bourbons Are Comparable To Pappy Van Winkle And A Fraction Of The Price

If you’re a whiskey drinker, perhaps you’ve heard of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1925892/affordable-pappy-van-winkle-bourbon-alternative/

Are Casamigos and Don Julio really 100% agave? New lawsuits say no

Diageo, one of the world’s largest alcoholic beverage companies, is facing two class-action lawsuits alleging that it deceptively marketed its popular tequila brands Casamigos and Don Julio as “100% agave” while allegedly including non-agave-derived alcohol in the products.

https://ktla.com/news/nationworld/casamigos-don-julio-lawsuits/

What Does It Mean to Order a Martini ‘Naked?’

But there’s another, less common, Martini order that’s sure to turn heads at the bar: the Naked Martini.

https://vinepair.com/articles/martini-naked-explainer/

The Science of Blending Wine

Blending wine is about much more than combining different grape varieties—it can impact alcohol, color, flavor, and more. Here, researchers and winemakers explain the science behind this important winemaking process

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-blending-wine/

Leftover wine is your kitchen’s secret weapon — here’s how to use it

There’s always a reason for wine

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-to-do-with-leftover-wine/

This Prized Champagne Has Been Involved in Not One, but Two Historic Shipwrecks

Prior to the advent of aviation, traveling by way of the sea was the primary method of transportation for people and for goods.

https://vinepair.com/articles/1907-heidsieck-co-shipwrecked-champagne/

One Of The Best Dry White Wines For Cooking Is A Lighter Variety

One of the reasons Brian Streeter says that sauvignon blanc is so ideal to cook with is because it lacks oakiness which can interfere with flavors in a dish

https://www.foodrepublic.com/1927632/best-dry-white-wine-cooking/

Big Wine Backing Away From the Entry Level Should Worry the Entire Industry

A spicy rumor riled up the wine industry earlier this year: Constellation Brands wanted out. And not just a few labels here and there: the whole kit and caboodle.

https://vinepair.com/articles/constellation-wine-selloff-industry-indications/

How Protectionist Wine and Liquor Laws Violate the Constitution

The Commerce Clause protects free trade between the states.

https://reason.com/2025/08/07/how-protectionist-wine-and-liquor-laws-violate-the-constitution/

We Asked A Wine Shop Owner What To Buy If You Know Nothing About Wine

Listening to wine connoisseurs talk about all the things that make the boozy nectar superb makes me feel inept.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1932659/what-to-buy-at-wine-shop-beginner-expert/

Global Demand for Organic Wine is Rising

The main drivers of growth are an increasing health consciousness among consumers, a growing interest in environmental compatibility, and a rising focus on quality and naturalness in food and beverages.

https://magazine.wein.plus/news/global-demand-for-organic-wine-is-rising-study-growth-potential-of-around-10-annually

How High Will Tariffs Go on Imported Wine?

The U.S. government has implemented steeper duties on many foreign wines, with no sign of relief for wine importers or consumers

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/higher-tariffs-hit-imported-wines

Tariffs could cost alcohol industry US$2bn in sales, Trump warned

A 15% US tariff on EU goods could slash alcohol sales by nearly US$2 billion and threaten 25,000 American jobs, industry leaders have warned in a letter to President Donald Trump. With the festive season looming, the pressure is mounting for a deal.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/tariffs-could-cost-alcohol-industry-us2bn-in-sales-groups-warn-trump/

The Best Cheeses for White Wine: A French Approach

Few pairings evoke as much romance, memories, and reverence as wine and cheese.

https://bottlebarn.com/blogs/news/pairing-white-wine-with-cheese-french-approach

New Jim Beam

• Suntory Global Spirits has added a new, cocktail-focused  Bourbon to the Jim Beam brand. Jim Beam Sunshine is bottled at 40% abv and is meant to be an approachable blend with the company pitching it as ideal for sipping chilled, over ice, or in Highballs. Sunshine, according to Suntory, is aimed at drinkers looking to make lighter, more sessionable cocktails, and is made from a blend of 65% 4-year-old flagship Jim Beam Bourbon and 35% Bourbon made from a mash of 55% corn, 35% brown rice, and 10% malted barley. The new release is available across the U.S. and carries a suggested price of $20 a 750-ml. Last year, Jim Beam was at 5.5 million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank. 

Will Portugal authorize new Defensor grape?

Planting disease-resistant hybrid grapes is still banned in Portugal, but one region is “breaking the taboo” by pushing for authorisation of the white Defensor variety, db can reveal.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/will-portugal-authorise-new-defensor-grape/

Yellowstone debuts bottled Bourbon cocktails

Kentucky distillery Limestone Branch has launched a range of ready-to-serve (RTS) Bourbon-based cocktails for its Yellowstone brand.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/08/yellowstone-debuts-bottled-bourbon-cocktails/

Jamie Goode: Has wine lost its cool – for good?

Wine is in the middle of an existential crisis.

https://winemag.co.za/wine/opinion/jamie-goode-has-wine-lost-its-cool-for-good/

Can You Get Drunk on Nonalcoholic Beer? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

NA beer vs. blood alcohol – this is what the science says.

https://www.foodandwine.com/nonalcoholic-beers-before-drunk-11784752

5 myths about sustainability – busted

Sustainability is more than just a buzz word – it’s a crucial issue for the global wine industry and, by extension, for the sommelier community. And yet it’s fiendishly difficult to define, let alone work into a wine program

https://starwinelist.com/wine-story/5-myths-about-sustainability-busted

If You Know, You Know: Discovering Virginia’s Wines One Case at a Time

That’s the way it is with the wines from Virginia.

https://wineeconomist.com/2025/08/05/iykyk/

Will tariffs help or hurt CA’s wine industry?

Amid decreasing demand and rising costs, the U.S. and California wine industry have struggled in recent years.

https://calmatters.org/newsletter/california-wine-industry-newsletter/

Taste the Wine Rainbow

Turns out, there are many different factors that can go into determining whether a brilliant ruby red, a pale golden yellow or mandarin orange shine out at us from the glass.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/wine-color-red-white-rose-orange-maceration-winemaking

New Beatbox

• Wine-based RTD brand Beatbox has launched a new Mystic Grape flavor. The 11.1% abv drink comes in 500-ml. cartons and joins the brand’s wide array of fruit-flavored RTDs. The new flavor is available across the U.S. in over 130,000 retail locations, according to the company. Last year, Beatbox surged nearly 80% to reach 5.4 million cases in the U.S. While typically found in individual 500-ml. cartons, Beatbox is also available in 4-packs and 3-liter boxes, depending on the region and flavor. 

Alto Agrelo gains GI status in Mendoza

Alto Agrelo has officially become Argentina’s latest Geographical Indication (GI), following a successful campaign by Grupo Avinea in May 2025.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/alto-agrelo-awarded-gi-status-in-mendoza/

Jack Daniel’s launches blackberry flavor

Brown-Forman-owned Jack Daniel’s Tennessee whiskey has added a blackberry flavor to its range.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/08/jack-daniels-launches-blackberry-flavour/

Is Still Prosecco a Clever Bid or a Branding Blunder?

What is the ultimate motivation behind this perplexing product? And more critically, could this fresh face instead derail the successful sparkling storyline of the Prosecco program?

https://vinepair.com/articles/rise-of-still-prosecco/

Amidst Declining Booze Consumption, Tequila Continues to Rise

As other spirits wane, why is tequila climbing the liquor ladder?

https://www.charlottemagazine.com/amidst-declining-booze-consumption-tequila-continues-to-rise/

How Kentucky bourbon went from boom to bust

As American as apple pie, Kentucky bourbon was booming after the last Great Recession ended. But as the economy has waned post-Pandemic – and with multiple trade wars on the horizon – the market may be drying up.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckglnk6yxlko

US wine trends 2025: premiumisation dominates as volume drops

What’s happening in wine sales in the US mirrors broader economic patterns, with a few key exceptions. The takeaway is that high-end wines are soaring and mid-to-lower-priced wines are tanking. Only it’s not quite that cut and dry. Kathleen Willcox reports.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/us-wine-trends-2025-premiumisation-dominates-as-volume-drops/

Class of 2025: EU approves three new grape varieties

We could soon be hearing much more about Calardis Blanc, Magdeleine Noir and Négret de la Canourgue, as the three varieties have officially been added to the list of authorised grape varieties in the European Union.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/class-of-2025-eu-approves-three-new-grape-varieties/

Etna’s Climb to DOCG

As Etna looks increasingly likely to claim DOCG status, the region’s producers reflect on what that means.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/08/etnas-climb-to-docg

Top 10 Japanese winemakers producing wine in France

The Japanese fascination with French wine heritage is nothing new.

https://www.idealwine.info/top-10-japanese-winemakers-producing-wine-in-france/

Five best wine museums to visit in Europe

Planning a trip to a European wine capital?

https://westgarthwines.com/blogs/news/five-best-wine-museums-to-visit-in-europe

Time to Talk About Private Label Wine

Canadian and Australian wine professionals are exercised about the number of wines big retailers currently sell, or may be about to offer, under their own labels.

https://robertejoseph.substack.com/p/time-to-talk-about-private-label?utm_medium=newsletter

U.S. Drinking Rate at New Low as Alcohol Concerns Surge

The percentage of U.S. adults who say they consume alcohol has fallen to 54%, the lowest by one percentage point in Gallup’s nearly 90-year trend

https://news.gallup.com/poll/693362/drinking-rate-new-low-alcohol-concerns-surge.aspx

Woodford Reserve debuts American single malt

The new American single malt (ASM) from Brown-Forman-owned Woodford Reserve is part of the brand’s limited Distillery Series.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/08/woodford-reserve-debuts-american-single-malt/

The Secret Architecture of Whisky — How Stills Shape the Spirit

The design of the still isn’t random, it’s flavor engineering.

https://substack.com/inbox/post/166672022?utm_medium=ios

8 Legendary Vermont IPAs, Tasted and Ranked

Although the IPA’s roots in America trace back to the West Coast, Vermont has arguably become the IPA capital of the country — and possibly the world — since the craft beer boom of the late ‘90s and early aughts.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/popular-vermont-ipas-tasted-ranked/

New Tequila

• Heaven Hill’s Tequila Ocho has launched a new Barrel Proof Reposado in limited quantities across the U.S. The 50.5% abv Tequila is distilled from agave grown in Las Raíces and aged for up to six months in what the company calls “overused” American whiskey barrels. For this year, the brand will release 3,095 cases in the U.S., with each bottle carrying a suggested price of $84 a 750-ml. Last year, Tequila Ocho grew 75% to 105,000 cases, according to Impact Databank.

Wine’s Reasons to be Cheerful

The wine industry has been having a tough old time for a couple of years, but the tide may be turning.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/08/wines-reasons-to-be-cheerful

FIVS Calls on U.S. to Modernise Wine Labels as Half of All Wine Crosses Borders

Global wine body urges adoption of digital labelling to give consumers clearer information, support sustainability and remove trade barriers.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/306881

Stop Your Wine From Going Bad Fast With These Storage Tips

You really can beat the clock when it comes to how long wine will stay fresh.

https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/stop-your-wine-from-going-bad-fast-with-these-storage-tips/

Busch Light Apple Is the McRib of Beer

 ABI once again stopped shipping the brand. In fact, it’s already been replaced by Busch Light

https://vinepair.com/articles/hop-take-busch-light-apple-mcrib-strategy/

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

08-11-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

What Winemakers Don’t Tell You About Making Wine

What Exactly Is Port Wine?

Your ‘sulfite-free’ wine is lying to you

Buffalo Trace Found a New Way to Use Its Whiskey Waste — By Turning It Into Food

Thanks to advanced biotechnology, bourbon stillage is now a source for “multifunctional alternative proteins.”

https://www.foodandwine.com/buffalo-trace-whiskey-stillage-alternative-protein-source-11774665

13 Genius Hacks For Better Tasting Whiskey

The world of whiskey is a vast space steeped in history and craft, with numerous styles and flavor profiles to suit all tastes.

https://www.chowhound.com/1911667/hacks-better-tasting-whiskey/

Don’t Overlook This Important Tip For Getting Your Hands On The Rarest Bourbons

One of the rules of buying bourbon is that you should consult store staff if you’re looking for a particular bourbon, or just seeking advice in general.

https://www.chowhound.com/1914211/befriend-liquor-store-employees-rare-bourbons/

The Headwinds of a Wine Merchant

Despite these challenging times, we know that pockets of America are craving sustainably made, wild and scarce wines and food from around the world.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/2025/07/19/wine-merchant-importer-navigating-tariffs

New Bourbon

• Brown-Forman has announced this year’s iteration of Old Forester1910 Extra Extra Old, part of the brand’s 117 series of limited releases. The whiskey is bottled at 46.5% abv and is given a two-year second maturation in a heavily charred new oak barrel. It’s named for the 1910 Old Forester distillery fire that forced the brand to re-barrel aging whiskey held in flame-damaged casks. Priced at $65 a 750-ml., it’s available at the Old Forester distillery, select Kentucky retailers, and for online ordering in Washington, D.C., Kentucky, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Dakota. Old Forester rose 3% to just over 500,000 cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

Your ‘sulfite-free’ wine is lying to you

All wine has sulfites.

https://www.vaildaily.com/entertainment/food-drink/carpe-wine-your-sulfite-free-wine-is-lying-to-you/

How many calories are in beer, wine and their alcohol-free alternatives?

There is now a huge array of low- and no-alcohol options on the market, from beers and wines to alcohol-free spirits and RTDs.

https://www.1news.co.nz/2025/07/20/how-many-calories-are-in-beer-wine-and-their-alcohol-free-alternatives/

In France, they are adapting wine to the market – making it non-alcoholic

In new wine, alcohol molecules are removed while preserving the wine’s aromas, using a special process developed to accommodate the growing appeal of a different product.

https://en.vijesti.me/svijet/evropa/767414/u-francuskoj-prilagodjavaju-vino-trzistu-prave-bezalkoholno

Why Alcohol Consumers 20-to-40 are Drinking Less Wine

Value Perception, Pricing, RTDs Taking Share

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/305790

Texas Hill Country

Wine Country Guide

Bask in the rugged beauty of Texas Hill Country, America’s third largest AVA, where sun‑soaked plateaus and cool limestone canyons craft distinctive Mediterranean‑style wines.

https://texashillcountry.guides.winefolly.com/

Whatever Happened to Bargain Wine?

Should wineries invest more in the value segment of the market to try to recapture something of the Bargain Wine Phenomenon?

https://wineeconomist.com/2025/07/22/bargains/

Napa winery sues neighbor over redwood trees

Quantum Limit has filed a lawsuit against Okell Holdings for planting redwood trees, which Quantum’s owner says is like “dropping a bunker buster bomb” into its Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard. Sarah Neish investigates.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/napa-winery-sues-neighbour-over-redwood-trees/

New Buffalo Trace

Sazerac-owned Buffalo Trace Distillery has launched Sazerac Rye 100 Proof, a new, higher-abv variant of the company’s Kentucky rye. The new release carries a suggested price of $30 a liter and is available in select states across the U.S. Sazerac Rye 100 Proof is made using the same recipe as the company’s flagship 45% abv Sazerac bottling. The newcomer will also join the Sazerac Barrel Select program, allowing on- and off-premise businesses to select their own barrels of the higher-proof rye.

The Easiest Way To Tell If Your Sparkling Wine Has Gone Bad

You can tell if sparkling wine has gone off “the same way you can tell if a still wine has gone off: “You will smell it,”

https://www.chowhound.com/1918384/how-tell-sparkling-wine-gone-bad/

E&J Gallo to close SLO County winery, lay off workers. Why?

The closure comes roughly a year after Gallo sold its Edna Valley Vineyard and Winery property on the outskirts of San Luis Obispo — but elected to keep producing wines under the Edna Valley labe

https://www.sanluisobispo.com/news/business/article311344440.html#storylink=cpy

What’s the Correct Glassware for a Gin & Tonic?

Depends on Where You Are.

https://vinepair.com/articles/gin-and-tonic-best-glassware-regional-debate/

Study Finds TFA in Juices and Wine in Canada

The HFO byproduct trifluoroacetic acid was detected in multiple beverage samples at levels similar to previous studies.

https://naturalrefrigerants.com/study-finds-tfa-in-juices-and-wine-in-canada/

What Is a Corked Wine and Why Does It Happen?

An exploration of one of the wine world’s most unwelcome guests: TCA.

https://www.foodandwine.com/what-is-corked-wine-11776893

BuzzBallz makes a splash with inflatable pool

Ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail brand BuzzBallz has created a giant, limited edition inflatable pool shaped like its packaging.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/buzzballz-makes-a-splash-with-inflatable-pool/

Champagne restricts yields to lowest level since Covid

The region of Champagne has just announced the yield limit for this year’s harvest, setting it at the lowest level this century, aside from 2020, when the first Covid-related lockdowns led to a sharp decline in sales.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/champagne-restricts-yields-to-lowest-level-since-covid/

What Exactly Is Port Wine?

Part of what makes port wine sweeter (and more alcoholic), is the fortification process, where an additional spirit is added to the original grape liquid. In this case it’s brandy, or specifically, aguardente

https://www.chowhound.com/1917117/what-is-port-wine/

‘Easy’ 2025 vintage in Champagne follows ‘difficult’ 2024

The contrast could hardly be greater as Champagne producers benefit from an “easy” vintage this year following one of the most “difficult” ever faced in 2024, according to a leading cellar master in the region.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/easy-2025-vintage-in-champagne-follows-difficult-2024/

Use of Portuguese oak on the rise

Gone are the days of vintners automatically turning to French or American oak to age their wines. With terroir becoming ever more hyper-focused, Portuguese producers are increasingly housing their wines in barrels made from local wood. Sarah Neish reports.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/use-of-portuguese-oak-on-the-rise/

I Asked Five Sommeliers the Best Wine to Pair With Pizza, and They All Said the Same Thing

Chefs, somms, and other wine pros share their top pick—and it might just surprise you.

https://www.realsimple.com/sommeliers-favorite-wine-to-pair-with-pizza-11776106

The 6 Best Bottled-in-Bond Whiskeys, According to Bartenders

First introduced to protect drinkers from counterfeit spirits, bottled-in-bond whiskey remains a benchmark of craftsmanship.

https://www.foodandwine.com/best-bottled-in-bond-whiskey-11778545

Welcome to the World, Cirò Classico DOCG!

Wine students of the world, heads up!

https://winewitandwisdomswe.com/2025/07/25/welcome-to-the-world-ciro-classico-docg/

More vineyards, fewer fads. The new era of Italian Metodo Classico sparkling wines

The numbers don’t lie: in the world of wine, sparkling wines are holding strong.

https://www.gamberorossointernational.com/news/more-vineyards-fewer-fads-the-new-era-of-italian-metodo-classico-sparkling-wines/

Why alcohol-free has a crucial role to play for beer in the US – Consumer Intel

As the beer market in the US continues its structural decline, the dynamic no-alcohol segment provides a much-needed bright spot, with robust growth set to continue in the years ahead.

https://drinks-intel.com/beer/why-alcohol-free-has-a-crucial-role-to-play-for-beer-in-the-us-consumer-intel/

Viniculture’s New Frontier: Regenerative Agriculture

More than a buzzword, regenerative agriculture promises healthier soil, smarter farming, and—if winemakers are right—better wine in your glass.

https://worth.com/regenerative-agriculture-wine-industry/

The Average Income Of A Restaurant Sommelier Might Make You Pause

Zip Recruiter shows a range of pay for wine sommeliers — from $15,500 to $86,000 – with an average of $21 an hour or $43,449 annually,

https://www.moneydigest.com/1921267/how-much-does-a-sommelier-make-on-average/

In Northeast Portland, You Can Take a Bath in Wine (Sort Of)

Hey, it’s cheaper than a trip to Bordeaux.

https://www.pdxmonthly.com/health-and-wellness/2025/07/portland-oregon-wine-spa

Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Is ready to conquer the future.

Here’s what the new vintages are like

https://www.gamberorossointernational.com/news/cerasuolo-dabruzzo-is-ready-to-conquer-the-future-heres-what-the-new-vintages-are-like/

Is there a difference between non-vintage and multi-vintage Champagne?

Vintage Champagne is an expression of a single harvest, but when it comes to blending wines from different years, some producers use the term non-vintage, others multi-vintage. So, is there a difference?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/is-there-a-difference-between-non-vintage-and-multi-vintage-champagne/

What Winemakers Don’t Tell You About Making Wine

The role of winemaker is romanticized. It conjures up images of daily wine tastings, schmoozing with VIPs, and tranquil vineyards

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/what-winemakers-dont-tell-you-about-making-wine/

A Wine Lover’s Guide to Oregon

Oregon has long been a darling among wine lovers, celebrated for its incredible terroirs, world-class food scene, and gorgeous landscapes with rolling vineyard-lined hills and groves of towering old-growth trees

https://vinepair.com/articles/jackson-family-wines-wine-lovers-guide-to-oregon/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4090c215ce-JULY_31_2025&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4090c215ce-38937345&mc_cid=4090c215ce&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Is social media dampening hospitality’s creativity?

In a world dominated by image-heavy platforms, we’ve become trapped in a cycle of repetitive ideas and copycat campaigns. At this year’s Tales of the Cocktail conference in New Orleans, three drinks industry experts shared why social media and AI are hindering originality within the hospitality sector, and how taking creativity offline can foster genuine ideas.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/is-social-media-dampening-hospitalitys-creativity/

New Wine

• Delicato Family Wines’ Gnarly Head has released two new wines celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead. The wines—an Old Vine Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon—both retail for $12 and show off the band’s iconography on their labels. The Zin is sourced from 35- to 85-year-old vines and is from the 2023 vintage, while the Cab is from 2024. Both wines will be available across the U.S. Last year, Gnarly Head was at 180,000 cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.

Dr. Konstantin Frank Named Best Winery Tour in America by USA TODAY

 In a win for one of New York’s most iconic wineries, Dr. Konstantin Frank has again been ranked #1 as the Best Winery Tour in America by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2025/07/30/dr-konstantin-frank-named-best-winery-tour-in-america-by-usa-today/

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

07-28-2025

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Global alcohol volumes fell 1% in 2024

Is Estate Whiskey the Next Big Thing?

The oldest winery in RI is the oldest in New England.

Understanding ‘Blue Weber’: A Redundant Name With a Complicated Past

Agave spirits production accelerated rapidly in the late 1800s and early 20th century, but the industry faced a major challenge: meeting growing demand.

https://vinepair.com/articles/blue-weber-agave-name-explainer/

Increasing trend for reservation versus walk-in winery tastings

Obviously, the fees charged for reserve tastings are pretty much double those of the standard fee

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/07/increasing-trend-for-reservation-versus.html

Color-Coded Branding Sells Seltzer and Scotch — So Why Not Wine?

Despite endless SKUs and fierce shelf competition, color-coded labeling remains an untapped design tool.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wineries-avoiding-color-coded-labels/

Pop, soda or coke? A linguist explains the history behind the various names for the drink

The word you use generally boils down to where you’re from: 

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/pop-soda-or-coke-a-linguist-explains-the-history-behind-the-various-names-for-the-drink

Poured, Then Forgotten: The Hidden Economics of the Sommelier

There is a secret that only beverage directors truly understand: we make the restaurant’s numbers work.

https://www.michelegargiulo.com/blog/restaurant-wine-costs-and-the-lost-art-of-sommelier-economics

Richard Smart: The Man Who Changed Wine

We mark the passing of an Australian who changed the way modern wine tastes.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/07/richard-smart-the-man-who-changed-wine

What Exactly Is A ‘Blended’ Whiskey?

To quickly sum up, “blended” refers to whiskey coming from multiple distilleries.

https://www.chowhound.com/1902661/what-is-blended-whiskey/

The Oldest US Brewery Survived Prohibition But Its Beer Still Isn’t Available Nationwide

If you want a swig of Yuengling, you may have to do some traveling.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1900398/yuengling-oldest-brewery-availability/

Bad news about South Africa’s wine industry

South Africa’s wine industry has had a challenging start to 2025, marked by low consumer confidence, market uncertainty, and declining sales.

https://dailyinvestor.com/retail/91421/bad-news-about-south-africas-wine-industry/

Sustainability at Taylor’s Port

Taylor’s Port is deeply committed to sustainability, striving to minimise its environmental impact through innovative practices across all areas of operation. 

https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-07-06/sustainability-at-taylors-port/99129

These Are 7 of the Most Innovative New Tequilas, According to Experts

Tequila producers are finding exciting ways to innovate within the category without abandoning tradition.

https://www.foodandwine.com/most-innovative-tequilas-11766170

This Prosecco Region Is Embracing Terroir Over Technique — Here’s Why It Matters

Producers of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco are on a quest to focus on terroir. Here’s how the appellation stands apart from the sea of Prosecco DOC.

https://www.foodandwine.com/prosecco-method-technique-terroir-11768529

Did you know? In Virginia, you can buy liquor the day before you turn 21

In 1963, then-Virginia Attorney General Robert Button made a ruling that created a little-known opportunity for those turning 21.

https://www.richmonder.org/did-you-know-in-virginia-you-can-buy-liquor-the-day-before-you-turn-21/

Reciprocal tariffs explained: Impact on your business

If a tariff is a tax on goods imported from other countries, what is a reciprocal tariff?

https://www.avalara.com/blog/en/north-america/2025/07/reciprocal-tariffs-explained.html

New RTD

• Suntory Global Spirits’ vodka RTD brand -196has launched a new combo variety pack, featuring four flavors. Each drink is at 5.5% abv and made with vodka, sparkling water, and frozen and crushed fruit. The 8-pack offers two cans each in Strawberry & Watermelon, Lemon & Lime, Strawberry & Pineapple, and Lemon & Raspberry flavors. The new variety pack carries a suggested price of $20 and is now rolling out across the U.S. While relatively new to the U.S. market, -196 is the largest spirits brand globally by volume at more than 30 million cases in 2024, according to Impact Databank. In the U.S., -196 was at 160,000 cases last year, up from 20,000 a year earlier.

What the Cork Can Tell You About the Age of Your Champagne

How can you determine if the wine was recently bottled or has been sitting in a dusty corner for decades?

https://vinepair.com/articles/what-cork-shape-says-about-champagne/

Why is this wine so wonderfully/ outrageously cheap?

Should we be celebrating heavily-discounted wines, or bemoaning their existence?

https://robertejoseph.substack.com/p/why-is-this-wine-so-wonderfully-outrageously?utm_medium=newsletter

Sober, all too sober

How can we convert abstemious younger drinkers to the joys of wine?

https://worldoffinewine.com/news-features/sober-young-people-wine

New grape varieties approved for Ontario’s VQA certified wines

In 2024, more than $433.6 million in VQA wines were sold worldwide

https://www.pelhamtoday.ca/local-news/new-grape-varieties-approved-for-ontarios-vqa-certified-wines-10822384

The Definitive Timeline of Bourbon ‘Taters’

As far as I know, no one has ever definitively determined the etymology of the word “tater” as it applies to the bourbon industry.

https://vinepair.com/articles/bourbon-tater-timeline/

Ménage à Trois Wines Launches Light Sauvignon Blanc

 Wine brand Ménage à Trois has launched a Light Sauvignon Blanc to add to its top-selling portfolio of wines.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2025/07/09/menage-a-trois-wines-launches-light-sauvignon-blanc/

Where Is Greek Wine Today?

 There are maybe 1,300 wineries in Greece – Bordeaux alone has almost five times as many.

https://timatkin.com/where-is-greek-wine-today/

The oldest winery in RI is the oldest in New England.

How to get a drink there this summer

https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/history/2025/07/08/what-is-the-oldest-winery-in-rhode-island-sakkonet-vineyard-little-compton/84489237007/

Searching for Italy’s Wines
A Stanley Tucci Flashback

https://wineeconomist.com/2025/07/08/tucci-2/

Alcohol sales changed subtly after Canada legalized cannabis

Drinking might decrease, for example, if people used cannabis in place of alcohol.

https://phys.org/news/2025-07-alcohol-sales-subtly-canada-legalized.html

Vodka production plummets in Russia

Western sanctions hit beverage sector.

https://www.politico.eu/article/russia-vodka-production-sanctions-alcohol-ukraine-war/

BarrelSpeak: Deciphering the Code

Barrels are phenomenally important vessels in wine production. 

https://www.ediblemontereybay.com/blog/barrel-speak-understanding-the-code/

Why Wine Still Matters

Time, Place, and the Persistence of Meaning in a Glass

https://www.palatexposure.com/opinion/why-wine-still-matters/

WINE IN COCKTAILS: A TABOO OR A TREND WORTH TOASTING?

Let’s be honest, for some wine lovers, the idea of mixing wine into a cocktail feels completely wrong.

https://www.lancashirebusinessview.co.uk/latest-news-and-features/wine-in-cocktails-a-taboo-or-a-trend-worth-toasting-7411

Laura Catena, the scientific heart of Argentine wine

A doctor, scientist, and key figure in Argentine wine worldwide, she combines family legacy, academic knowledge, and passion for the land.

https://www.timeout.com/buenos-aires/laura-catena-argentine-wine-leader-catena-zapata-winery

New Bourbon

• Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits has introduced Bib & Tucker Small Batch Bourbon: Gold Roast Bourbon, a 6-Year Tennessee Bourbon finished with whole roasted Arabica coffee beans. Made with coffee beans from Tennessee-based Muletown Coffee Roasters, the new entry is bottled at 46% abv and retails at $50. It’s launching nationally next month. The whiskey is aged in new American oak barrels and passed through the Lincoln County process, then infused with cold-steeped, custom-roasted Arabica coffee beans sourced from the Agalta region of Honduras.

Why the weight of your wine bottle is important

How to Drink Better: Biggest contributor to a wine’s carbon footprint is the glass bottle containing it

https://www.irishtimes.com/food/drink/2025/07/13/why-the-weight-of-your-wine-bottle-is-important/

If You’re Going To Shake That Bottle Of Champagne, You Must Follow This Rule

The reason you don’t want to shake a bottle of Champagne and open it right away is because pressure will force the cork to pop out and you’ll lose a lot of wine in the spray.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1907482/shake-champagne-bottle-timing-rule/

French wine and cheese makers say U.S. tariffs would hit hard

A 30% duty would be “disastrous” for France’s food industry, said Jean-François Loiseau, president of food lobby group ANIA, while Francois Xavier Huard, CEO of dairy association FNIL, said: “It’s a real shock for milk and cheese producers – this is an important market for us”.

https://www.reuters.com/business/french-wine-cheese-makers-say-us-tariffs-would-hit-hard-2025-07-13/

The oldest winery in NH opened almost 40 years ago.

How to get a drink there this summer

https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/history/2025/07/12/what-is-the-oldest-winery-in-new-hampshire-flag-hill-lee/84562872007/

Wine pairings with Sherry Wines

Best unexpected pairings with Sherry

https://www.sherry.wine/news/wine-pairings-with-sherry-wines-best-unexpected-pairings-with-sherry

The Most Expensive Bourbons of 2025

Our quest for the world’s priciest spirits starts in familiar territory – Kentucky.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/07/the-most-expensive-bourbons-of-2025

The Ultimate Guide to Heaven Hill’s Mash Bills

Heaven Hill is one of America’s largest whiskey producers, and the family-owned company has some eye-popping production numbers by any measure.

https://vinepair.com/articles/heaven-hill-mash-bill-guide/

New Wine

• Ste Michelle Wine Estates is launching Estival, dedicated to aromatic white wines from the Columbia Valley region of Washington State. The first release is a Sauvignon Blanc sourced from the Horse Heaven Hills sub-AVA. The brand’s name is rooted in the Latin notion of “hibernating in summer,” according to the company. The first vintage of Estival is rolling out now in limited quantities and will be targeted to top restaurants across the country.

Understanding Tannins in Wine: A Complete Guide

Wine lovers often encounter the term “tannins” when discussing their favorite bottles, but what exactly are these mysterious compounds that play such a crucial role in wine structure and flavor?

 https://www.coravin.com/blogs/community/understanding-tannins-in-wine

How Sommeliers Decide Between a Glass or a Bottle — and Save Money Every Time

This wine ordering hack could cut your restaurant bill every single time.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine-by-glass-or-bottle-cheaper-11772914

Spicing it up: Is jalapeño wine a fun trend or a bad idea?

Winemakers weigh in

https://www.milforddailynews.com/story/lifestyle/food/2025/07/16/jalapeo-infused-wine-this-summers-viral-drink/85245303007/

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Judge a Rosé By Its Color

 One of the biggest misconceptions about rosé, however, is that the shade of the wine itself dictates how sweet or dry it is.

https://vinepair.com/articles/dont-judge-rose-by-color/

“Super Tuscans”: A Wine That’s One of A Kind

Ornellaia, a winery in the coastal Bolgheri sub-region, was one of the pioneers in this style of wine.

https://sharpmagazine.com/2025/07/16/ornellaia-super-tuscan-wine/

Is Estate Whiskey the Next Big Thing?

If you’re looking for a positive trend in the American whiskey world, think of the small-but-expanding number of estate-grown whiskeys.

https://www.insidehook.com/whiskey/estate-whiskey-jephta-creed

Lodi Grapegrowers Pray for Tariffs

While tariffs have wine importers running scared, growers in Lodi see them as a lifeline to save their vineyards.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/07/lodi-grapegrowers-pray-for-tariffs

Explore Flavors in Wine

Ever watch a sommelier sniff and sip a wine and rattle a bunch of stuff that they smell and taste in the wine? Then you sit there scratching your head in wonderment, thinking “How do they do that?”

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/flavor-taste-winetasting-fruity-herbal-floral-spices

Weight Loss Drugs: the Black Swan that’s Threatening the Wine Industry

A few years ago, nobody had heard of Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro. Now they are part of a growing number of people’s daily life. And a possible threat to wine.

https://robertejoseph.substack.com/p/weight-loss-drugs-the-black-swan

Alcohol-free beer can cause gout, claims Korean rheumatologist

Non-alcoholic beer is often viewed as a healthier option, but one eminent doctor in Seoul warns that it can still trigger the inflammatory disease gout.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/alcohol-free-beer-can-cause-gout-claims-korean-rheumatologist/

Economic Impact Of U.S. Wine Industry Reaches $323 Billion, Supporting Family Wineries

A conversation with Jim Tresize, President of Wine America, highlights the importance of small family wine businesses across America, and their positive impact on the U.S. economy.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizthach/2025/07/15/economic-impact-of-us-wine-industry-reaches-323-billion-supporting-family-wineries/

Everything You Need to Know About Pine Ridge Vineyards’ Chenin Blanc + Viognier 

Here are just a few of the ways this bright, beloved blend stands out.

https://vinepair.com/articles/pine-ridge-vineyards-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=455467165c-JULY_15_2025&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-455467165c-38937345&mc_cid=455467165c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Existential Threat? Anatomy of Italy’s Wine Crisis

Recent reports from Italy, for example, paint an increasingly clear picture of a major wine-producing country in crisis.

https://wineeconomist.com/2025/07/15/crisis-italy/

Global alcohol volumes fell 1% in 2024

The dip was driven by declines in the US and China, but IWSR highlights emerging growth opportunities, from Tequila and no-alcohol beer in the US to premiumisation trends in China, Canada and Spain.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/global-alcohol-volumes-fell-1-in-2024/

Old Grand-Dad unveils 7YO bonded Bourbon

James B Beam Distilling, the home of Jim Beam, has released its annual Old Grand-Dad seven-year-old Bourbon.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/old-grand-dad-unveils-7yo-bonded-bourbon/

EU General Court blocks ‘Nero Champagne’ trademark

In a pivotal ruling with wide-reaching implications for the protection of geographical indications, the EU General Court has sided with Comité Champagne and INAO in rejecting the ‘Nero Champagne’ EU trade mark application.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/eu-general-court-blocks-nero-champagne-trademark/

THE PROSECCO ROAD IN ITALY: SPARKLING WINES AND SCENIC VINES

Majestic is “marca gioiosa et amorosa”, as the Italians would say. Or, as we would say, a place of joy and beauty.

https://www.on-magazine.co.uk/food/wine/the-prosecco-road-in-italy/

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How Does Wildfire Smoke Affect Wine?

What Are Sulfites in Wine

How the wine trade can stem declining sales

Which style of alcohol-free beer is better for your health?

A new study by German scientists has compared the impact of three styles of non-alcoholic beer — pilsner, mixed beer and wheat beer — on the health of a group of young men.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/which-style-of-alcohol-free-beer-is-better-for-your-health/

How To Tell If A Sparkling Wine Is Dry Or Sweet

Although many sparkling wines look similar when poured into a glass, the reality is that this delightfully bubbly beverage comes in a variety of flavors and levels of sweetness.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1888490/decoding-sparkling-wine-vocabulary/

7 Special-Edition Chartreuse Bottlings Everyone Should Know

Originally introduced in 1737, Chartreuse is a darling of the cocktail world, starring in drinks like the Last Word, the Bijou, and more.

https://vinepair.com/articles/special-edition-chartreuse-bottlings/

The Magic (and Madness) of Head-Trained Vines

In a few pockets of the Napa Valley—and up in Lodi, along with arid parts of Spain—you can see them: old and gnarled vines, planted 60, 70, 80 years ago and standing strong and sturdy, like elder statesmen.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/advanced-studies/head-trained-vines/

Do you know how to open a bottle of wine like an expert? 3 mistakes that almost everyone makes

Uncorking a bottle of wine takes patience and practice. We take a look at the methods that give the best results and common pitfalls.

https://en.as.com/latest_news/do-you-know-how-to-open-a-bottle-of-wine-like-an-expert-3-mistakes-that-almost-everyone-makes-n/

11 Of The Biggest Beer Recalls Of All Time

Most people don’t associate beer with product recalls.

https://www.chowhound.com/1890501/biggest-beer-recalls/

Does terroir matter to vodka drinkers?

For years, vodka producers have stressed the importance of terroir, but how much attention do consumers pay to it?

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/06/does-terroir-matter-to-vodka-drinkers/

Stanley Tucci under fire for sparking negative wine tourism

A new TV series by Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci explores the food and drink of Italy, but does the fame it brings to Italian cities have a darker side

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/stanley-tucci-under-fire-for-sparking-negative-wine-tourism/

New Wine

• WX Brands has launched Here by Chance, a new Paso Robles-appellate d wine brand. The brand’s Cabernet Sauvignon is made by Kip Lorenzetti, who served as lead winemaker at Paso’s Chronic Cellars. The new release is from the 2022 vintage and carries a suggested price of $25 a bottle. The new wine is rolling out across the U.S. through the summer. WX Brands’ Bread & Butter label is among the most best-selling wines in the U.S. priced above $15, growing 8% to 1.7 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank. 

Yes, You Can Keep Sake in the Fridge — for Quite a While

Many assume sake should be finished quickly once opened. But under the right conditions, it lasts far longer than expected.

https://www.foodandwine.com/does-sake-go-bad-11758804

Bordeaux vs. Burgundy: How France’s Two Wine Titans Truly Compare

The real differences between these iconic French wines, according to wine pros.

https://www.foodandwine.com/bordeaux-vs-burgundy-11760151

Lambrusco vs. Moscato: A Battle of Italian Bubblies

One word perfectly encapsulates Lambrusco and Moscato: ebullience.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/grapes-101/lambrusco-vs-moscato/

Here’s The Exact Wine List From The Bear’s Restaurant Menu (And Why It’s Actually Perfect)

While some thought attention to the wine served in the restaurant was generally missing from the last two seasons, the show revisits wine in its fourth season.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1897760/the-bear-season-4-restaurant-menu-wine-list/

Useful official advice on alcohol and your health (EU brochure)

 Sweden do take alcohol consumption really quite seriously, healthwise. The World Health Organization (WHO) would be impressed.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/06/useful-official-advice-on-alcohol-and.html

The 40 Biggest Beer Companies in the World in 2025

Breweries all over the world are facing geopolitical headwinds, rising ingredient costs, and ever-changing shifts in consumer preferences, but that hasn’t stopped them from persevering and pumping out massive volumes of beer to serve to their customers across the globe.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/40-biggest-beer-producers-2025/

Every Bottle in the Four Roses Single Barrel Collection, Explained

In the world of Kentucky bourbon, Four Roses often stands out for two reasons: its long, multifaceted history, and its use of 10 different bourbon recipes, derived from two mash bills and five individual yeast strains.

https://vinepair.com/articles/four-roses-single-barrel-collection-guide/

How the wine trade can stem declining sales

Wine’s downturn is cyclical believes Gallo CCO, Britt West, but – in an exclusive interview with db this week – he stressed that the trade needs to make changes right now to turn the tide.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/how-the-wine-trade-can-stem-declining-sales/

The Absolute Best Way To Store And Serve Grappa

Often served as a digestif after a satisfying meal, grappa has the potential to cap off your dinner on just the right note.

https://www.chowhound.com/1894811/best-way-store-and-serve-grappa/

Sparkling Wine And Coffee, Together At Last

Together they have created Panther Cuvée, a blend of Leelanau Peninsula Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Gris grapes with Panther’s Wonderland blend dark roast.

https://sprudge.com/sparkling-wine-and-coffee-together-at-last-359157.html

Oh lord, a blog from Lodi—the 2025 farewell

Farewell by Randy Caparoso

https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Oh-lord–a-blog-from-Lodi-2025

Where Does the Phrase ‘Hold My Beer’ Come From?

Most commonly, it’s uttered before attempting something dangerous or reckless, but it can also serve as a setup for one-upping someone or performing a heroic act with relative ease.

https://vinepair.com/articles/hold-my-beer-phrase-origin-story/

UnCorking the Humble Cork

The cork oak tree (Quercus Sitbe) features prominently in the native landscape around the Mediterranean Sea not only in Portugal, but also Spain, Italy, North Africa, Greece and islands in the Mediterranean.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/2022/7/23/uncorking-how-cork-is-made-carbon-neutral-combat-climate-change-with-sustainability

Buyer Beware: The Alcohol Level on Your Wine’s Label Might Be Lying to You

Federal law allows for a margin of error on wine alcohol labeling, but are producers taking liberties that mislead drinkers?

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine-label-alcohol-accuracy-11762606

Oregon Oak: Wooden It Be Nice?

Pioneers are once more heading for Oregon, but this time they are looking for wood rather than fur.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/06/oregon-oak-wooden-it-be-nice

How One Man’s Passion for French Wine Sparked a Challenge to Trump’s “Emergency” Tariffs

For nearly four decades, Victor Owen Schwartz has scoured the globe for the most authentic wine, spirits, and sake that he could find to bring back to the United States.

https://www.cato.org/free-society/summer-2025/how-one-mans-passion-french-wine-sparked-challenge-trumps-emergency

One of the World’s Largest Alcohol Companies Isn’t Giving Up on Wine

Constellation Brands is selling off its mass-market labels to focus on the high end of the industry.

https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/constellation-brands-winery-sale-1236845506/

Alcohol and CVD: An American Heart Association Scientific Statement

The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement in Circulation about alcohol use and cardiovascular disease (CVD).

https://www.thecardiologyadvisor.com/news/alcohol-and-cvd-an-american-heart-association-scientific-statement/

What Are Sulfites in Wine

Sulfites in wine often spark questions and concerns, leaving many people wondering what they really are and what role they play in the winemaking process.

https://integrishealth.org/resources/on-your-health/2025/june/what-are-sulfites-in-wine

How’s California’s wine industry doing these days? (Not great)

Alcohol consumption is seeing its lowest levels since 1962, and as early as next year, Ireland will be the first country to prominently print warnings on labels linking drinking to cancer and other illnesses.

https://www.kcrw.com/culture/shows/good-food/wine-industry-challenges-aging-cheese-bahrain-cookbook/california-wine-industry

Blowing Up the Spritz

Italy and the world need more local wine cocktails

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/blowing-up-the-spritz-the-world-needs-more-wine-cocktails-now

The 15 Most Underrated Wine Regions Around The World, According To Experts

The world’s most well-known wine regions — like Burgundy in France, Napa Valley in California, and Tuscany in Italy — are popular for several reasons

https://www.chowhound.com/1894733/most-underrated-wine-regions-around-the-world/

How much do we pay to visit wineries?

The fees currently being charged in the USA are pretty steep

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/06/how-much-do-we-pay-to-visit-wineries.html

Casamigos enters RTD space

George Clooney’s Tequila brand has created Casamigos Margaritas, a variety pack of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/casamigos-enters-rtd-space/

Can robots replace chemical herbicides in vineyards?

A company in China has launched a laser weeding robot which it claims has the ability to “replace chemical herbicides” for farmers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/can-robots-replace-chemical-herbicides-in-vineyards/

How many drinks you can consume before getting a hangover

A medical professional has pinpointed the number of alcoholic drinks it takes before a hangover is likely to kick in the next day.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/how-many-drinks-you-can-consume-before-getting-a-hangover/

The Birthplaces of Every Popular Style of Beer

Over the centuries as beer production expanded and migrated, styles evolved and new categories emerged.

https://vinepair.com/articles/origin-of-popular-beer-styles-map/

Gen Z not shunning alcohol as much as thought, says survey

A rising proportion of Gen Z adults in several countries are drinking alcohol, a new survey has suggested, contradicting a popular image of this younger age group.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/gen-z-not-shunning-alcohol-as-much-as-thought-says-survey-560066/

Argentina recognises Scotch with ‘first ever’ GI

Scotch whisky has secured geographical indication (GI) in Argentina, becoming the first international product to do so.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/argentina-recognises-scotch-with-first-ever-gi/

Irish Vs Tennessee Whiskey: What’s The Difference?

Whiskey offers a globe-spanning selection of regional varieties.

https://www.chowhound.com/1900082/irish-vs-tennessee-whiskey-explained/

New protein and superfood vodka shakes up San Antonio’s cocktail world

The vodka, bottled in Houston, is gluten- and sugar-free and entirely plant-based.

https://sanantonio.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/im-parched-protein-superfood-vodka/

Highland Vs Lowland Tequila: What’s The Difference?

For those not versed in agave spirits, tequila is just a cheap shot downed with lime or the liquor base for a margarita.

https://www.chowhound.com/1899576/tequila-difference-highland-lowland/

Why Gran Selezione Is the Most Exciting Chianti Classico You Haven’t Tried Yet

These next-level Chianti Classico wines are redefining Tuscany’s top reds.

https://www.foodandwine.com/gran-selezione-chianti-classico-wine-11764013

It’s Time We Stop Calling Wine ‘Masculine’ and ‘Feminine’

What are we really saying when we call wines “masculine” or “feminine”?

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/drinks-terms-defined/feminine-masculine-wine-descriptors/

How Does Wildfire Smoke Affect Wine?

While some alcoholic beverages contain smoky notes, wildfires can impart a unique flavor to a bottle of red wine.

https://www.the-scientist.com/how-does-wildfire-smoke-affect-wine-73049

Elevating Fast Food

Junk food has a time and a place in our lives.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/2024/7/16/fast-food-wine-pairing

Myths busted: Why rinsing your beer glass matters more than you think

Beer glass rinsing 101

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/why-your-beer-glasses-get-rinsed/

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Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Smaller wineries lead economic turnaround in the US

Vintner vs. Cannabis Grower: Feuding Neighbors

Why You Should Never Keep Tequila In The Freezer

Devil’s Advocate: Nintendo’s Underappreciated Gift to the Wine Industry

The Japanese gaming giant, Nintendo, has just launched its new Switch 2 console. Fans across the world are eagerly lining up to buy it. Robert Joseph wonders whether the wine industry should be paying more attention.

https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/opinion/devils-advocate-nintendos-underappreciated-gift-wine-industry

Why You Might Not Want To Use Whiskey Stones In Your Drinks

While an ice-cold drink is always welcome, nobody likes the idea of watering down their favorite cocktail or expensive liquor with tons of melted ice.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1876264/avoid-whiskey-stones-chill-drinks/

What Sets Left Bank and Right Bank Bordeaux Apart — and Why It’s Worth Knowing

Within the famed Bordeaux appellation, wines tend to fall into two categories: Left Bank and Right Bank. Here’s what the difference means to you.

https://www.foodandwine.com/left-vs-right-bank-bordeaux-11734271

California’s 5 Must-Visit Wine Regions, From North to South

More than 80 percent of all the wine made in the United States comes from California.

https://matadornetwork.com/read/california-wine-tour/

I Tried the Viral Jalapeño Sauvignon Blanc Trend—And Now I’m Ready for a Hot Wine Summer

It turns out there’s even some science at work.

https://www.realsimple.com/jalapeno-sauvignon-blanc-trend-11749734

Why France is switching from red to white wine

Some French wine regions are prioritising plantings of white varieties over red in a bid to follow evolving consumer tastes. Louis Thomas reports

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/why-france-is-switching-from-red-to-white-wine/

Is It Healthy To Drink Non-Alcoholic Wine Every Day? Experts Weigh In

It’s complicated.

https://www.delish.com/food/a64958047/is-non-alcoholic-wine-healthy/

Tackling Wine’s Sexual Violence Problem

The wine industry isn’t all about magical experiences in the vineyard and winery – for some it is a nightmare

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/06/tackling-wines-sexual-violence-problem

New Tequila

• Tequila Casa Azul has shifted production to a new distillery, La Roca, NOM 1646. The move, according to the company, is a step toward achieving the brand’s sustainability goals. La Roca distillery is operated by the Montes family, who also operate the Las Américas distillery, Casa Azul’s previous home. Production of Casa Azul has already begun at La Roca, with the first Tequilas produced there set to hit the market this summer. Casa Azul’s celebrity backers include the NFL’s Rob Gronkowski and Travis Kelce, actress Eiza González, and golfers Michelle Wie West and Brooks Koepka, among others.

Bourbon Fans, Meet Your New Favorite Pour: Eagle Rare 12

More age, more punch, same layered complexity.

https://www.foodandwine.com/buffalo-trace-eagle-rare-12-11750242

Confused About the Health Risks of Alcohol? So Are the Scientists

Two official reports, two opposite conclusions — and a decision that could reshape alcohol policy worldwide. Felicity Carter reports.

https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/insights/confused-about-health-risks-alcohol-so-are-scientists

Liquor laws in Massachusetts are complicated. Will these bills simplify them?

Senate bills would legalize happy hour and let cities and towns — not the state — decide how many liquor licenses they’ll issue.

https://newbedfordlight.org/liquor-laws-in-massachusetts-are-complicated-will-these-bills-simplify-them/

Alcohol is killing more Americans today than 20 years ago

The increase was particularly pronounced during the Covid pandemic

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/alcohol-deaths-us-liver-disease-b2768870.html

How AVAs and vineyard designations on labels increase your enjoyment of wines

AVA stands for American Viticultural Area; a concept first established in 1980 by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, or ATF, to recognize places of origins of American wines, which appear on wine labels.

https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Why-AVAs-and-vineyard-designations-on-labels-are-important

‘Prison island’ wine contract extended until 2050

A winegrowing project between Frescobaldi and the Penal Institute on Gorgona, an island in the Tuscan Archipelago, has been helping to rehabilitate inmates for more than a decade. db can exclusively reveal that the agreement has now been extended until 2050.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/latest-harvest-of-prison-island-wine-was-a-deeply-human-journey/

Tariff Threats Trouble Italian Producers

Uncertainty tariffs between Europe and the US is frustrating for Italian producers, but the reality would be a disaster.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/06/tariff-threats-trouble-italian-producers

This historic US winery can legally call its wine champagne

Dive into the 150-year old history of this unique south jersey spot

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/renault-winery-tour/

One Risk Of White Wine You’ve Never Heard Of, Research Reveals 

Many people believe wine is the “healthier” choice thanks to its antioxidant content, but a new study suggests that when it comes to cancer risk, neither red nor white wine gets a pass. And surprisingly, white wine may actually increase the risk of skin cancer, especially in women.

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/research-reveals-the-link-between-white-wine-and-cancer

NA Wine & the Second Glass Test: Bolle Bubbles, LVMH’s Bet, South African Spritz

LVMH’s investment in French Bloom provides evidence, if any is needed, that NA wine is a thing.

https://wineeconomist.com/2024/11/19/na_wine/

Is this the next Tequila?

While Tequila continues to be the choice of many across the world, a lesser known spirit is stepping out of obscurity and onto the global stage.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/06/is-this-the-next-tequila/

Why Mexican hops could soon take off

Mexico, one of the world’s biggest beer producing countries, has always imported hops. But times are changing. db finds out more

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/why-mexican-hops-could-soon-take-off/

10 of the Most Absurd Drinking Gadgets Throughout History

Here, we’ll break down 10 accessories that each fall into one of those camps — or in some cases, all three.

https://vinepair.com/articles/weirdest-drinking-accessories/

Tablas Creek Vineyard Becomes First U.S. Winery to Bottle All 14 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grapes as Single-Varietal Wines

Tablas Creek Vineyard has announced the completion of a decades-long project: bottling all 14 traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties from the Château de Beaucastel collection as single-varietal wines.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/304081

Beer Aficionados Named the ‘Worst’ Beer in the World

The offending beer was called ‘thin, flavorless, and odd smelling.’

https://www.mensjournal.com/food-drink/beer-aficionados-named-the-worst-beer-in-the-world

Blue Moon, the orange-flavored beer, is being turned into a lip balm

The vibrant burst of orange flavor emanating from a Blue Moon is so lip-smacking good that it’s being turned into a lip balm.

https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/11/food/blue-moon-lip-balm

Nine words the wine industry has beaten to death

The wine industry loves to use certain words and phrases to describe vineyards, wines, wineries, and other things.

https://www.northwestwinereport.com/2025/06/nine-words-the-wine-industry-has-beaten-to-death.html

Is organic wine really better for you? Here’s what the experts say

Organic wine may sound like the healthier choice, but does it live up to the hype? Industry experts weigh in on additives, sulphites, and whether it’s worth making the switch.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/is-organic-wine-really-better-for-you-heres-what-the-experts-say/

What do you look for in a wine?

Straightforward question, difficult to answer

https://dmwineline.substack.com/p/what-do-you-look-for-in-a-wine?utm_medium=newsletter

Treasury Wine Estates opens new low- and no-alcohol wine facility

Sarah Parkes, general manager of sales and marketing for TWE’s global premium division, said the technology at the site “has helped us solve the flavor puzzle”.

https://www.just-drinks.com/news/treasury-wine-estate-australia-facility/

8 Things You Should Know About Ridge Vineyards, the Winery Behind California’s Iconic Monte Bello Bottle

From Monte Bello to Geyserville and Lytton Springs, Ridge Vineyards works with some of the most iconic vineyard sites in the history of American wine.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-ridge-vineyards/

Virginia’s Largest Winery Is Owned By A President’s Son

In Charlottesville, Virginia, Trump Winery spans a substantial 1,300 acres and sits beautifully at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1881420/largest-winery-virginia-local/

Sobering up with the latest wine trends

The global wine industry is evolving rapidly in response to growing health-conscious and moderation-driven drinking trends

https://www.foodprocessing.com.au/content/processing/news/sobering-up-with-the-latest-wine-trends-969676916

Hidden chemistry of wine: What actually shapes its texture?

The new Condensed Tannin Fragmentation Fingerprinting method tags every tannin fragment as it shatters inside a high‑resolution mass spectrometer.

https://www.earth.com/news/hidden-chemistry-of-wine-what-actually-shapes-its-texture/

Why You Should Never Keep Tequila In The Freezer

Freezing tequila can mute its aromas and flavors

https://www.chowhound.com/1882692/should-you-keep-tequila-freezer/

Ever Mixed Red Wine And Cola? Spain Did – It Is Called Kalimotxo

Think red wine has only one kind of charm? A bold Spanish twist might just change how you see your next pour.

https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/ever-mixed-red-wine-and-cola-spain-did-it-is-called-kalimotxo-8667116

Can you pick a wine based on the animal on the label?

These days, it’s hard to find a bottle of wine that hasn’t been given five stars by someone or placed in some sort of awards category. But could the winemaker’s choice of animal picture tell us anything about the wine’s quality, value, or both?

https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/food/can-you-pick-a-wine-based-on-the-animal-on-the-label

3 Tips That Will Instantly Level Up Your Sparkling Wine Game

It’s not all about Champagne.

https://www.foodandwine.com/how-to-buy-better-sparkling-wine-11753903

The No. 1 Wine Varietal of the Summer, According to Sommeliers

Plus, five other styles to sip this season, including a varietal “full of personality” and perfect for picnics and potlucks.

https://www.bhg.com/best-summer-wine-varietal-2025-11746540

Some Federal Agencies Are Actually Getting More Efficient

Downsizing pushed the Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau to adopt tech solutions that it could have tried years ago.

https://reason.com/2025/06/14/some-federal-agencies-are-actually-getting-more-efficient/

Glass bottles found to contain more microplastics than plastic bottles

Drinks including water, soda, beer and wine sold in glass bottles contain more microplastics than those in plastic bottles,

https://phys.org/news/2025-06-glass-bottles-microplastics-plastic.html

Brown Rice in Your Whiskey? Jim Beam’s Latest Whiskey Breaks All the Rules

A once-obscure experiment is now the backbone of a top-shelf release.

https://www.foodandwine.com/little-book-whiskey-chapter-9-none-for-granted-11756481

Debunking wine myths

• Jack Costa Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association for The News-Review

https://www.nrtoday.com/a_and_e/debunking-wine-myths/article_f02639bc-dfd4-413f-bba6-0d54e19d28af.html

Vintner vs. Cannabis Grower: Feuding Neighbors in Wine Country

A Buellton-area winemaker is asking the courts to allow his class-action lawsuit over the “strong stench” of pot to proceed to trial.

https://www.edhat.com/news/vintner-vs-cannabis-grower-feuding-neighbors-in-wine-country/

The ‘Olympics of Beer’ Just Crowned Its Champions — and These Trends Are Clear

The World Beer Cup featured 8,375 entries from breweries across 37 countries, highlighting key trends in style, strength, and the growing role of cider.

https://www.foodandwine.com/beer-and-cider-trends-world-beer-cup-2025-11756649

The plummeting demand for wine has many in the industry worried. But is the situation so dire?

According to the Silicon Valley Bank’s annual wine industry report, revenues for U.S. brands tumbled by 3.4 percent in 2024

https://www.montereycountynow.com/news/cover/the-plummeting-demand-for-wine-has-many-in-the-industry-worried-but-is-the-situation/article_6915dc31-35d6-4768-8732-a154590092b2.html

Smaller wineries lead economic turnaround in the US

According to the 2025 Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) direct to consumer shipping report, small wineries are helping the US wine industry to bounce back. Roger Morris reports

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/smaller-wineries-lead-economic-turnaround-in-the-us/

Josh Cellars Announces National Launch of Non-Alcoholic Sparkling

 Josh Cellars, the #1 selling premium wine brand in the U.S., today announced the national rollout of its first-ever non-alcoholic offering,

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2025/06/17/josh-cellars-announces-national-launch-of-non-alcoholic-sparkling/

Natural Wine Democratized ‘Winespeak.’ But Does It Make Any Sense?

Natural wine has exploded in recent years, with sales continuing to rise even as the global wine industry slumps.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/drinks-terms-defined/natural-wine-language-approachable/

Light Beer Continues To Reign In The US. Why Is It So Darn Popular?

There is no single reason that light beers have such a dominant hold on the American palate — at least not one that can be easily quantitatively pinned down.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1884239/why-light-beer-so-popular/

Fizzled out: French winemaker risks prison over champagne fraud

Prosecutors in eastern France on Wednesday requested a winemaker accused of producing and selling fake champagne in an elaborate scam be sentenced to four years in prison, with three years of the term suspended.

https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250611-fizzled-out-french-winemaker-risks-prison-over-champagne-fraud

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