The Flipboard magazine curated by Mark Lenzi titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 11-06-26” features 11 stories focusing on wine and beverage industry trends, marketing, and products.
The top highlighted stories from the curation include:
Your Next Wine Club Perk Could Be a Sommelier on Speed Dial (Food & Wine): Explores how modern wine club memberships are moving beyond standard bottle deliveries to offer enhanced consumer perks, such as text access to personal sommeliers for expert pairing and tasting advice.
Meta One is Intended to Limit Businesses Sharing Links on Facebook (Northwest Wine Report): Discusses Meta’s rollout of its subscription-based service (“Meta One”) with AI features and its implications for independent businesses, wineries, and brands trying to share external links.
Josh Cellars and FINE & RAW Chocolate Unveil Limited-Edition Wine-Infused Collection (NOSH):Highlights a partnership between popular wine brand Josh Cellars and Brooklyn chocolatier FINE & RAW for a specialty, limited-release collaboration targeting the holiday/gifting market.
We Asked 16 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Pinot Noir? (VinePair): A roundup piece drawing on professional insights from 16 sommeliers to spotlight overlooked Pinot Noir regions and bottles worth trying.
The curated Flipboard collection titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEW 11-04-26” by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) features news, updates, and insights covering the beverage, wine, and spirits industries.
Based on the latest stories included in the collection, here are the highlights:
Woodford Reserve Debuts Double Oaked Rye: Brown-Forman’s Woodford Reserve has expanded its popular Double Oaked line by introducing a new twice-barrelled rye whiskey (The Spirits Business).
The Impact of Tariffs on US Spirits: Industry reports emphasize that permanent zero-for-zero tariffs are critical for American spirits. Ongoing trade strains have notably impacted exports, causing Canada—historically a major market—to drop from the second-largest to the sixth-largest export market (The Spirits Business).
Underrated Cheap Beers According to Brewers: VinePair surveyed 10 professional brewers to find out which budget-friendly, mass-market beers they consider the most underrated and worth drinking (VinePair).
Costa Rica’s First Wine Grape: After a 50-year quest, Costa Rica has successfully developed its own indigenous wine grape variety, marking a major milestone for local viticulture (Tico Times).
Here is a summary of the stories featured in the Liquor Industry News collection:
8 Red Wines on The Cheesecake Factory Menu, Ranked: A tasting and ranking guide examining the red wine selections available at The Cheesecake Factory, helping diners choose the best pairing for their meals.
13 Wineries Near Rome for Wine Tastings and Countryside Stays: A travel and wine guide highlighting top vineyards, farmhouse lunches, and weekend getaway spots in the Lazio region just outside Rome (including Frascati).
What’s the Difference Between East & West Coast IPAs in America? An educational deep-dive into the contrasting brewing styles, hop profiles, and flavor characteristics that separate East Coast and West Coast India Pale Ales.
Based on Mark Lenzi’s curated Flipboard collection “Liquor Industry News 11-01-26,” here is a summary of the featured stories and topics:
Thanksgiving Wine Pairings (Pair the Plate, Not the Turkey): Discusses shifting the focus of holiday wine pairing away from just the turkey and onto the diverse array of side dishes, herbs, and flavors present on the holiday table.
Rethinking Red Wine Judgment: Highlights a Cornell-led research study showing that a wine’s visual appearance (such as a deep, inky red color) can create a strong first impression, but expectations versus actual enjoyment levels can differ significantly.
Best Chardonnays for Beginners: A guide breaking down approachable, highly popular Chardonnay selections from cool and warm climates worldwide that cater to palates new to the varietal.
Top Global Merlots: A curated round-up of some of the best Merlot wines from around the world available on the market right now.
Here is a summary of the stories featured in the “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 10-30-26” collection by Mark Lenzi:
We Asked 14 Bartenders: What Bottle Is a ‘Green Flag’ When You See It at a Bar? (VinePair): A compilation of insights from 14 professional bartenders identifying specific bottles or brands on a back bar that signal to industry insiders that the establishment cares about quality ingredients and craftsmanship.
MGP Brown Spirits Sales Plunge 47% in Q3 (The Spirits Business): A financial update reporting a steep 47% drop in third-quarter brown spirits sales for MGP Ingredients’ Distilling Solutions arm, driven largely by ongoing oversupply issues in the market.
The Best Wines to Pair with Your Favorite Dim Sum Dishes (Wine Enthusiast): A guide exploring optimal wine pairings—ranging from crisp whites to versatile styles—to complement classic dim sum flavors and dishes.
This Simple 2-Ingredient Shot Tastes Like An Old-School Candy (Tasting Table): A spotlight on an easy,nostalgic two-ingredient drink recipe designed to replicate the flavor profile of retro candy.
Here is a summary of the featured stories in the “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS” curation by Mark Lenzi:
Bottled in Bond Explained and the Best Bonded Bourbons (Cana Wine Co.) An overview of the “Bottled in Bond” designation—the oldest guarantee in American whiskey—clearing up common misconceptions about flavor styles, proofs, and marketing terms while highlighting top bonded bourbons.
The PSU Professor Who Says Wine’s Whole ‘Terroir’ Thing Might Not Be a Thing (Portland Monthly) An analytical look back at the historical origins of the concept of terroir (originally meaning land or territory in Renaissance French) and a professor’s critique questioning how heavily it influences wine’s modern mystical reputation.
Great French Wine Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive — These 14 Bottles Prove It (Food & Wine) A guide highlighting 14 everyday French wines priced under $25 (ranging from crisp whites to juicy reds),reinforcing France’s culture of wine as an accessible, every-table beverage rather than just a luxury item.
Top 10 Most Valuable Wine Brands Revealed as Champagne Outperforms Still Wine (The Drinks Business) Industry insights examining brand valuations across the global wine market, noting how Champagne continues to outperform still wine in brand strength and performance.
Here is a summary of the featured stories in the curated “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 10-23-26” collection:
We Taste-Tested 8 Dark Beers — Our Final Ranking Surprised Even Guinness Fans (Food & Wine) A look at a blind taste test of eight dark beers that evaluates how various stouts and dark brews stack up against the classic Guinness Draught, noting its deceptively light body, crushability, and 4.2% ABV.
The Map Is Being Redrawn, and the Grapes Are Coming Back From the Dead (Substack / Sandra E Taylor) An exploration of shifting wine landscapes, including bending appellation rules, the growing sparkling wine scenes in countries like England and Sweden, and dedicated growers reviving rare, historic grape varieties.
Art and Wine Have a Long History. But Does Art Sell Wine? (VinePair / Christina Makris) An investigation into the commercial and cultural intersection of fine art and wine labeling, examining whether artistic collaborations and gallery-style aesthetics actually influence consumer buying habits.
California Backs Local Spirits with Distillery Trail (The Spirits Business) Coverage of California’s new statewide distillery trail initiative designed to boost tourism, showcase craft distilleries, and support local spirits producers.
Here is a summary of the stories featured in the curated collection (LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 10-19-26 by Mark Lenzi / The Wonderful World of Wine):
Liquor Industry News Overview
Source: thewonderfulworldofwine.education
Summary: A weekly compilation highlighting new products, trends, and updates across the liquor and beverage industry.
6 Genius Uses for Wine Corks You Probably Haven’t Thought of Yet
Source: Good Housekeeping (by Wendy Rose Gould)
Summary: Creative and practical household or garden DIY ideas for repurposing leftover wine corks instead of throwing them away.
Why Is Marijuana Regulated More Strictly Than Alcohol, Even Though It Is Safer To Use? (Op-Ed)
Source: Marijuana Moment
Summary: An opinion piece examining the regulatory discrepancies between the cannabis and alcohol industries, noting that cannabis often faces much stricter compliance and tracking standards despite being considered safer to use.
Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria Recipe
Source: Tasting Table
Summary: A seasonal cocktail recipe combining autumn flavors like apple cider with wine/spirits and bubbly for a festive fall drink.
(Note: The curation contains a total of 12 stories focused on wine, industry commentary, DIY tips, and drink recipes.)
This curated Flipboard collection, titled “Liquor Industry News” by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) (curated by Mark Lenzi), contains 19 stories focusing on wine pairing, tasting guides, wine regions, and tips.
Here is a summary of the featured stories in the collection:
Pairing Wine With Fall: Explores wine selections suited for cooler autumn weather and cozy evenings by the fireplace.
How Guided Wine Tastings Help Enthusiasts Develop a More Refined Palate: Discusses how structured tastings assist wine lovers in distinguishing flavors, aromas, and characteristics to build a better palate.
Spanish Wine Regions Guide for Every Table: A practical guide to discovering Spanish wine regions and finding the right bottles for everyday dining and conversation.
How to Remove a Broken Wine Cork from the Bottle: Provides helpful tips and practical methods for safely extracting a cork that has snapped or fallen into a wine bottle.
Here is a summary of the key stories featured in the “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 10-16-26” Flipboard collection:
Rough Times for Wine (by Kevin R. Kosar / Substack)
Highlights ongoing struggles across the wine industry—not just for high-end producers, but even those making bargain wines—as headwinds from weather, changing consumer habits, and market challenges mount.
As Wine Sales Soften, What Will Happen to the World’s Coopers? (Wine Enthusiast)
Examines how declining wine sales are impacting the traditional craft of barrel-making (cooperage). With demand for new wine barrels dropping, artisan family-run cooperages in places like Hungary and France are facing halved production rates, prompting some to pivot or diversify into spirits like Cognac and whiskey.
A Maine Distillery Found a Way to Turn Lobster Shells Into a $30 Bottle of Vodka (Food & Wine)
Explores an innovative sustainability and product development approach in Maine, where a distillery is utilizing the roughly 75% of crustacean waste from the state’s seafood industry to craft a versatile, $30 lobster-shell vodka designed to enhance drinks like Bloody Marys and Dirty Martinis.
Old Forester Is Releasing a $300, 12-Year-Old Bourbon With a Bottle Inspired by the 1950s (Food & Wine)
Details a major upcoming luxury release from Old Forester: a 12-year-old bourbon priced at $300, packaged in a distinctive retro-styled bottle honoring design elements from the 1950s.
Here is a summary of the stories featured in the “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 10-12-26” collection by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW):
Episode 326 – Drink, Eat And Do With Monique Soltani Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore various topics in the drinks and culinary world, featuring guest Monique Soltani.
Mexico Moves to Certify Wine Origin as Production Grows Mexico’s Institute of Industrial Property and the Mexican Wine Council have signed an agreement to establish a certification mark verifying the origin and authenticity of Mexican wines as domestic production increases.
These Are the Top 3 Gins in the World, According to the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition Producers from Japan, Laos, and Taiwan swept the top gin honors at the 2026 IWSC, highlighting the rapid growth and high quality of the modern craft gin movement in East Asia (including a near-perfect 99-point score).
10 Must-Visit Canadian Whisky Distilleries A curated guide highlighting ten top Canadian whisky distilleries worth visiting for enthusiasts looking to experience the country’s rich distilling heritage.
Additional Industry Highlights & Global Wine/Spirits News The remaining curated articles in the collection cover ongoing updates, trends, tasting notes, and insights into the global wine and spirits market.
Here is a summary of the stories from Mark Lenzi’s Liquor Industry News 10-08-26 magazine feed on Flipboard:
1. Trentino Sparkling Wine Exploration
Source: Substack (Tom Hewson)
Summary: An in-depth feature exploring the mountain sparkling wines of Trentino, Italy, following a series covering the Franciacorta region, highlighting the region’s picturesque vineyard landscapes and traditional-method sparkling wines.
2. IWSC Best American Whiskey Award
Source: Food & Wine (Brad Japhe)
Summary: Bardstown Bourbon Company’s limited-release 104-proof bottle ($140) was named the top American whiskey for 2026 by the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC). The release blends aged bourbon and rye with a unique finishing process that earned it a near-perfect score.
3. Wild Turkey’s $300 Russell’s Reserve Release
Source: Food & Wine (David Thomas Tao)
Summary: Details why the new premium $300 Russell’s Reserve release from Wild Turkey carries a rye-like spicy and earthy profile. The article attributes this distinct flavor to where and how the barrels were aged over more than a decade in specific microclimates across the rickhouses.
4. Rise of Low-Alcohol Wine Trends
Source: Food & Wine
Summary: Examines the growing trend of low-alcohol wines as consumers seek moderate drinking options without completely foregoing wine, highlighting shifts in production methods and market demand.
Here is a summary of the news stories featured in the Liquor Industry News (10-07-26) collection curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine):
1. The Human Cost of Cheap Wine
Source: Substack (Sandra E. Taylor)
Summary: Highlighted by a recent Los Angeles Times investigation, this story examines social equity and labor conditions in the wine industry. It argues that fair treatment and working conditions for agricultural workers are the true measure of sustainability in winemaking—exposing the underlying human cost of low-priced wines.
2. What’s The Difference Between Red Wine And Rosé?
Source: Mashed (Sinéad Cranna)
Summary: An educational breakdown explaining that rosé is not simply a diluted or lighter version of red wine. The article details how skin contact during the initial fermentation process and fundamental winemaking choices determine the distinct characteristics, color, and body of rosé versus red wine.
3. Maker’s Mark Releases First Bourbon Aged with Japanese Mizunara Oak
Source: Food & Wine (Gina Pace)
Summary: Maker’s Mark introduces an experimental new release featuring Japanese Mizunara oak finishing—a highly prized wood in the whiskey world known for imparting unique sandalwood and incense notes. The piece outlines the distillery’s wood-finishing strategy and the details on bottle availability.
4. Future Proof: Buffalo Trace Distillery
Source: The Spirits Business
Summary: An industry profile detailing how Buffalo Trace Distillery is navigating long-term growth, production expansions, and evolving market demands to secure its position and supply for the future.
Here is a summary of the stories featured in the Liquor Industry News (10/05/26) magazine curated by Mark Lenzi:
1. Liquor Industry News & New Products
Source: The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Summary: An industry update covering new beverage alcohol product launches, market trends, and industry updates compiled by wine and spirits certified specialist Mark C. Lenzi.
2. Our Favorite Cheap Beer Brand Of All Time Was Also The Favorite Of Miners
Source: The Takeout (by Joe Hoeffner)
Summary: A look back at classic budget-friendly American beer brands, exploring how historical working-class staples (such as mining-community favorite beers) continue to hold a nostalgic and appreciated spot alongside the modern craft beer market.
3. One Of America’s Most Beloved Beers Is Also The Worst Tasting Overall
Source: Tasting Table (by Autumn Swiers)
Summary: An analysis examining how one of the most ubiquitous and popular light beers across American tailgates and college campuses regularly ranks poorly in taste rankings, highlighting the divide between mass popularity/affordability and sensory quality.
4. There Are Rules That Distinguish Sparkling Wine From Champagne
Source: Morning Brew
Summary: An overview of the strict regional, legal, and production rules (such as traditional method fermentation and protected designation of origin in France’s Champagne region) that differentiate authentic Champagne from other global sparkling wines.
Here is a summary of the news stories featured in the Liquor Industry News (10-04-26) collection on Flipboard:
1. Quick Trick for Chilling Wine (Southern Living)
Summary: Offers practical guidance on how to chill a bottle of wine down in as little as 15 minutes without relying on the freezer, providing a fast solution when preparing for dinner parties or last-minute gatherings.
2. Advocating for Wine Consumption (Post-Journal)
Summary: A commentary encouraging readers to enjoy a glass of wine with friends or family, framing wine consumption and appreciation as an enjoyable routine to share with loved ones.
Summary: Honig Winery in Napa Valley is introducing detailed ingredient labels (listing simple ingredients like grapes, yeast, and sulfites) on their bottles, sparking discussions around transparency and wine-labeling standards across the industry.
4. How to Serve Sake Like a Pro (Elite Traveler)
Summary: Explores proper sake serving techniques and etiquette, aimed at demystifying traditional Japanese sake service for international drinkers accustomed to standard small ceramic cups.
Here is a summary of the stories featured in the Liquor Industry News collection:
1. Health & Trends: What Happens to Your Body During “Sober October”
Source: Food & Wine
Summary: With a recent Gallup poll showing that only 54% of U.S. adults consume alcohol (a historic low), interest in temporary abstinence programs like “Sober October” is rising. Doctors explain that health benefits begin within days—such as improved sleep quality and hydration—while deeper metabolic and physiological benefits continue to build throughout the 30-day period and beyond.
2. Bourbon Release: King of Kentucky Single Barrel 14-Year Returns
Source: Food & Wine
Summary: Brown-Forman has announced the fall release of its highly sought-after King of Kentucky Single Barrel Bourbon. Aged for 14 years and bottled at proof starting at 125, only 99 barrels made the cut for this ultra-premium collection, which will retailed at a suggested price of $399 per bottle.
3. Trade & Regulation: What US Winemakers Don’t Have to Tell UK Consumers
Source: The Drinks Business
Summary: A newly published UK-US bilateral wine agreement signed on September 30 outlines labeling requirements and trade rules for American wines sold in the UK. The report highlights discrepancies in how winemaking techniques, ingredients, and processes are disclosed to British consumers compared to local or European standards.
4. Spirits Exploration: What 50-Year-Old Whisky Tastes Like
Source: Esquire
Summary: An in-depth feature exploring ultra-aged whiskies, examining the maturation process, the rare flavor profiles that develop over five decades in wood, and why these exceptionally aged spirits command such significance and high value in today’s liquor market.
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