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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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Kendall-Jackson Debuts First Sparkling Wine |
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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?
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/
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Cointreau Enters The Ready-to-Serve Segment |
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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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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
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?
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.
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.
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.
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
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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08-11-2025
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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?
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
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.
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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:
Cans of soda are displayed in a case at Kwik Stops Liquor in San Diego, California February 13, 2014. Sodas and most other sugar-sweetened drinks sold in California would be required to carry warning labels for obesity, diabetes and tooth decay under a bill introduced in Sacramento on Thursday and backed by several public health advocacy groups. REUTERS/Sam Hodgson (UNITED STATES – Tags: POLITICS FOOD HEALTH)
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?
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
A variety of local and imported wines are displayed on a shelf at a retail shop.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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).
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.
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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