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Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

11-25-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

15 of the Best Craft Whiskeys Under $60, Tasted and Ranked

What’s Your Sign? Matching Wine To Your Zodiac

TTB bottle size plans would ‘harm consumers’

THIS US STARTUP IS MAKING VODKA FROM CO2

The spirit made from air contains “no impurities, no carbohydrates, no sugar,” and “no gluten,” and is carbon negative

GEOGRAPHIC INDICATION APPROVED FOR HIGH ALTITUDE MENDOZA SUB-REGION

San Pablo is located on the alluvial fan of the Las Tunas River, on the right bank, consequently the soil has a high pebble content as well as other calcareous materials.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/geographic-indication-approved-for-high-altitude-mendoza-sub-region/

New Guinness

Diageo has unveiled Guinness Stock Ale Aged in Bulleit Bourbon Barrels, the second barrel-aged release from the company’s Baltimore brewery. The 10% abv ale is blended from Guinness’ barrel-aged Barleywine and Imperial Stout and is meant to bring together two bold, rich beers into one new complex experience, according to the company. Guinness Stock Ale Aged in Bulleit Bourbon Barrels will begin rolling out for a limited time on November 15 and will be available across the U.S. The beer will retail at $20 a 4-pack of 11.2-ounce bottles.

Orange Juice Is an All-American Cocktail Mixer With a Terrible Reputation

From the start of the singles bar scene in the 1960s until the late 1990s, orange juice dominated the mixed-drink game. It featured in popular classics and new cocktails created during this time.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-orange-juice-cocktails-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=cf6b7ad310-NOV_12_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-cf6b7ad310-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-cf6b7ad310-38937345&mc_cid=cf6b7ad310&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

TTB bottle size plans would ‘harm consumers’

The TTB has been seeking public comments for its proposals to eliminate certain standards of fill for wine and distilled spirits.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/11/ttb-bottle-size-plans-would-harm-consumers/

Who buys the wine? Research reveals how consumers make choices for groups

When tasked with making choices for a big group, like selecting wine for the table, independent people typically make choices that more strongly reflect their own preferences

https://phys.org/news/2019-11-wine-reveals-consumers-choices-groups.html

Holiday Gift Guide 2019: Best Gifts for Wine Lovers

Need to pick up a present or two for the wine lovers in your life?

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/11/holiday-gift-guide-2019-best-gifts-wine-lovers/

Lidl has launched the first ever wine tasting in the dark event in London

The chain believes wine lovers will find quality wine without choosing their bottle based on price or appearance

https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/food-drink-news/lidl-launched-first-ever-wine-17235728

The ideal wine for Thanksgiving dinner? It’s complicated

Three things I do know about wine on this holiday:

https://wtop.com/holidays/2019/11/the-ideal-wine-for-thanksgiving-dinner-its-complicated/

9 Mexican wine brands you should try

Most people are familiar with French and California wines. Oenophiles will rave about Italian and Spanish wines. Chile is known for its cheap, but very delicious wines. And Mexico? Yes. Mexico makes great wines, too.

https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2019/11/9-mexican-wine-brands-you-should-try/

What’s Really in your Glass? Transparency, Accountability & Wine

It is interesting – and maybe a problem – that wine and other alcoholic beverages are for the most part exempt from nutritional reporting.

https://wineeconomist.com/2019/11/12/transparency/

The Dos and Don’ts of Wine Labels

Whether you scan a retail shelf, wine app or website, the design of a label jumps out at you and makes a quick impression, but not always a good one.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/12/wine-labels-good-bad/

What’s Your Sign? Matching Wine To Your Zodiac

This list of wine zodiac signs offers a new way to pair wines to complement the stars.

https://winefolly.com/update/wine-zodiac-matching/

Five Lesser-Known White Wines You Should Try

Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc dominate American white wine purchases. In 2018, these three grape varieties accounted for 102 million 9-liter cases of the total 147.6 million cases of white wine sold, according to IWSR Drinks Market Analysis data. That’s an astonishing 69 percent.

https://vinepair.com/articles/five-lesser-known-white-wines-you-should-try/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=38ba6d2326-NOV_13_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-38ba6d2326-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-38ba6d2326-38937345&mc_cid=38ba6d2326&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

HOW THE LOIRE’S SMALL PRODUCERS ARE CHAMPIONING SUSTAINABILITY

When you think of French wine, what springs to mind first?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/how-loires-smaller-producers-are-championing-sustainability/

All About Tempranillo Wine in Just About Two Minutes

Tempranillo is an experience to behold.

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/tempranillo-wine-facts/

Four Loko High-ABV Hard(er) Seltzer Is Here

The “hardest hard seltzer in the universe” has arrived.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/four-loko-hard-seltzer-launches/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=09a9420525-NOV_14_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-09a9420525-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-09a9420525-38937345&mc_cid=09a9420525&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Kate Hudson Enters Spirits Market With New King St. Vodka Label

Hollywood star Kate Hudson has teamed with spirits entrepreneur David Kanbar to create King St., a new corn-based vodka. The brand will be marketed squarely toward women, who the founders believe remain under-targeted within the category despite comprising the majority of consumption. Kanbar previously co-created Skinnygirl with Bethenny Frankel (which was eventually sold to Beam Suntory), and co-founded Bulldog Gin (now part of Campari). He’s now CEO of Brand House Wines & Spirits, of which King St. will be a part.

King St. is named for Hudson’s old block in New York City. “I want to have the cleanest vodka out there,” Hudson told SND. “It’s seven times distilled and made from non-GMO corn. It’s everything I could think of to want as a consumer.” Hudson describes the brand as modern and accessible, and the floral label, with its art deco inspired typography, is based on her own ideas and sketches. The 43% abv liquid is produced by Cutler’s Artisan Spirits in Santa Barbara, California.

The initial launch is narrowly tailored, with Southern Glazer’s distributing King St. to BevMo stores throughout California, where it will retail at $25 a 750-ml. In the near future, the founders say, the brand will expand to New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

What Are Grape Clones?

A grape clone is a cutting taken from an existing grape vine that’s grafted onto rootstock.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/13/what-are-grape-clones/

Enjoy getting to know the Spanish custom of aging its wines

Spain delays the sale of wine, allowing time to mature in vast cellars and arrive at your table with optimum flavor and texture just in time for dinner.

https://www.dailyherald.com/entlife/20191113/enjoy-getting-to-know-the-spanish-custom-of-aging-its-wines

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Announces Its First “UNESCO Vintage” and Promises High Quality

An exceptional qualitative harvest for Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. concluded in mid-October.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/11/14/conegliano-valdobbiadene-announces-first-unesco-vintage?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=d46a59a488-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_11_14_10_37&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-d46a59a488-64683881

15 of the Best Craft Whiskeys Under $60, Tasted and Ranked

“Craft” is a contested term in the spirits world. For some, the word connotes quality; for others, quantity; and still, for others, it’s merely marketing.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/15-best-craft-whisky-distilleries/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=8e46795eb0-NOV_15_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-8e46795eb0-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-8e46795eb0-38937345&mc_cid=8e46795eb0&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How to Pair Wine with Fennel

You’ll find great pairings at the overlap of fennel and wine.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/14/how-to-pair-wine-with-fennel/

How to Become the Wise Grown-Up Who Buys a Whole Case of Wine

Most wine shops offer case discounts, and many will run promotions where you can sample a wine and you get the best price if you buy a solid case of that particular bottle.

We offer 20% off on 12 750mls!

https://www.thekitchn.com/buy-wine-case-tips-265821

The Best Wine for Thanksgiving Is Lambrusco

This oft-misunderstood Italian wine is having a moment. And that moment is on our 2019 Thanksgiving table.

https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/best-wine-for-thanksgiving-is-lambrusco-fizzy-red-wine-pairing-article

Behind the Rise of Native American Wines

Tribes in California, New Mexico, Utah and British Columbia have created small, successful and critically acclaimed brands.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/15/behind-the-rise-of-native-american-wines/

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Liquor Industry News 11-18-19

November 18, 2019

https://fortune.com/longform/wine-vintages-guide/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

11-18-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

The Ultimate Food and Wine Pairing Guide for the Holidays

25 Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers

How the US-EU tariffs will affect spirits producers

How and When to Pay Attention to Wine Vintages

Growing conditions may be “nasty” or “challenging,” but that doesn’t mean the resulting wines are inherently poor.

a lot of wine bottles put in crates for classified to display in a wine retail shop

Holiday Tips

Pairing tips for the holiday season

https://www.raleys.com/be-inspired/holiday-tips-from-our-wine-legend/

The Six Cocktails You Need to Know to Understand All Cocktails Ever

To be an expert bartender you only need to know six classic cocktails.

https://vinepair.com/articles/6-important-cocktails-recipe-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f19318fd7d-NOV_4_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f19318fd7d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-f19318fd7d-38937345&mc_cid=f19318fd7d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Kentucky Now Has More Barrels of Bourbon Than People

Hard to believe, especially with Kentucky’s last census estimating there are 4.5 million people living in the state.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/kentucky-more-bourbon-than-people/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f19318fd7d-NOV_4_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f19318fd7d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-f19318fd7d-38937345&mc_cid=f19318fd7d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

YELLOW TAIL LAUNCHES LOWER ABV WINE RANGE

The Yellow Tail Pure Bright range has launched in the UK with a Pinot Grigio,

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/yellow-tail-launches-lower-abv-wine-range/

Is Wine Drunk Different From Beer Drunk Or Liquor Drunk?

The active ingredient, whether it’s beer, wine or spirits, is the same.

https://www.bustle.com/p/is-wine-drunk-different-from-beer-drunk-liquor-drunk-19271170

11 Snobby Myths About Wine

For those of you who still consider these sins unforgivable, it’s time to rethink the “rules” of wine consumption.

https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/68828/11-snobby-myths-about-wine

These Machines Can Put You in Jail. Don’t Trust Them.

The devices, found in virtually every police station in the U.S., generate skewed results with alarming frequency, even though they are marketed as precise to the third decimal place.

https://m.sfgate.com/business/article/These-Machines-Can-Put-You-in-Jail-Don-t-Trust-14806232.php

A French space startup is launching wine into orbit

But what can we learn about wine in space?

https://qz.com/1656636/a-french-start-up-is-sending-wine-to-space/

56 Best Wine Books of All Time

As featured on CNN, Forbes and Inc – BookAuthority identifies and rates the best books in the world, based on public mentions, recommendations, ratings and sentiment.

https://bookauthority.org/books/best-wine-books

ASBESTOS IN WINE?

Asbestos was commonly used in the beverage industry from the early 1900’s until, at least, the late 1980’s to filter water, juice, soft drinks, beer, and WINE! (Emphasis on was).

https://winespeed.com/blog/2019/11/truly-hard-to-swallow-asbestos-in-wine/

The Business of Botanicals: How Your Favorite Gins Get Their Flavor

Without botanicals, gin would ostensibly be vodka

https://vinepair.com/articles/gin-botanicals-nolets-sipsmith/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=fcbbd34120-NOV_5_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-fcbbd34120-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-fcbbd34120-38937345&mc_cid=fcbbd34120&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How the US-EU tariffs will affect spirits producers

In response to the new measure relating to Airbus, 15 alcohol trade groups sent a letter to the US administration and European Commission calling for an urgent end to the 25% tariffs on EU goods.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/11/how-the-us-eu-tariffs-will-impact-spirits-producers/

California’s Top 10 Collectible Wines

Discover the state’s top 10 blue-chip bottles, ranked by the average rate of their six-year appreciation.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/04/californias-top-10-collectible-wines/

Wine In Moderation Launches Major Rebranding

Wine in Moderation will continue to support wine professionals to inspire a sustainable culture of wine. With sound scientific evidence and responsible service training professionals will be provided knowledge, skills and tools, to help them understand the benefits of moderate consumption and risks associated with alcohol abuse.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=221974

Tasting is a relationship

One thing that we must always remember about wine tasting is that we are not acting as measuring devices.

https://wineanorak.com/2019/11/05/tasting-is-a-relationship/

Craft Malt Is About To Change Craft Beer. Are You Ready?

Malt freshly out of the kiln has aroma and flavor that can’t be duplicated by malt that’s generally at least a year old by the time you get it

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kennygould/2019/11/05/craft-malt-is-about-to-change-craft-beer-are-you-ready/#3b1d18eb14c9

DIAGEO LAUNCHES FINAL GAME OF THRONES SINGLE MALT WHISKY

Diageo has released the last whisky in its series of spirits inspired by HBO series Game of Thrones.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/diageo-launches-final-game-of-thrones-single-malt-whisky/

MARLBOROUGH TRADEMARKS NEW APPELLATION INTERNATIONALLY

Marlborough winemakers have trademarked the new Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) certificate in key international markets in a bid to protect Marlborough’s reputation in global markets.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/marlborough-trademarks-new-appellation-internationally/

WHAT DOES “HANDMADE” OR “HANDCRAFTED” ON A LIQUOR BOTTLE MEAN?

Absolutely nothing. That’s right.

https://vinepair.com/articles/handmade-liquor-titos/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=370b87d4d6-NOV_6_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-370b87d4d6-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-370b87d4d6-38937345&mc_cid=370b87d4d6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

5 Facts That May Surprise You About Cakebread Cellars

Cakebread Cellars has long been celebrated as a classic and pioneering Napa Valley producer, but there’s more to the winery than the renowned Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons that its reputation has been built on.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/5-facts-that-may-surprise-you-about-cakebread-cellars/?utm_campaign=Buyer%20Newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=78985312&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8ASklaV0oQvj8R0VxIwqafQppINbqJQPvqJoni3pGNAHiPXhsJfB4FNhyJPLzz3SX8HWi-x7n9ixCorQg2-aP9yAZlfdXvgCfIVI36uHuiEyGNoMc&_hsmi=78991854

How Stalin and the Soviet Union Created a Champagne for the Working Class

In 1936, the Party suddenly switched from denouncing bubbly to mass producing it.

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/champagne-in-soviet-union

This is the most popular wine in America

For most Americans, the varietal isn’t the most important thing when it comes to choosing wine.

https://today.yougov.com/topics/food/articles-reports/2019/11/05/most-popular-best-wine-poll-survey

How Anyone Can Become a Sommelier

Many of the same tricks and tips that pros use can help you on your journey, and not all involve expensive wine classes.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/05/sommelier-school-tips/

Wine corks vs. screw caps: Which one is better?

Natural corks cause noticeable flavor problems in 2% to 5% of the bottles they seal.

https://www.inquirer.com/food/drink/corks-vs-screw-caps-new-zealand-australia-20191105.html

Get to Know Gamay Beyond Beaujolais Nouveau

For generations, Gamay Noir was synonymous with Beaujolais, the French region north of Lyon that sits between the Rhône and Burgundy.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/05/gamay-beyond-beaujolais-nouveau/

What Does Wine Made From Some Of The World’s Oldest Grapevines Taste Like?

The winery crafts only three red wines, all from a local strand of Tempranillo called Tinta de Toro

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2019/11/05/what-does-wine-made-from-some-of-the-worlds-oldest-grapevines-taste-like/#5f3638503f73

25 Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers

Buying a gift for the beer lover in your life isn’t quiet as intimidating as you may think.

https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a19539268/22-gift-ideas-for-beer-lovers/

CAVA DO SHIFTS TO ORGANIC RULES

Reserva Cava wines will have to be organic under new production rules proposed by the Cava DO.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/cava-do-shifts-to-organic-rules/

WHAT CAN MCDONALD’S TEACH THE WINE INDUSTRY?

With its global reach, marketing might and proven track record of innovation could burger chain superpower McDonald’s have any lessons for the wine trade?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/what-can-mcdonalds-teach-the-wine-industry/

The Wine Grape Family Vine [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you love some varieties and abhor others you might be surprised to find out that nearly all of the wines we drink on a regular basis are closely related.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/wine-grape-family-vine-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ee32ffc4bd-NOV_7_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ee32ffc4bd-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ee32ffc4bd-38937345&mc_cid=ee32ffc4bd&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How the Wine Industry Is Reckoning With the Impending Effects of California Wildfires

For winemakers in California, a new reality is sinking in. It is the second October in three years in which fires have raged across Sonoma.

https://fortune.com/2019/11/06/california-wildfires-wine-industry-kincade-fire-sonoma/

We’ve gotten it all wrong about Lodi wine

There are excellent wines being made from Lodi grapes in Lodi by Lodi natives — and yet too often we exclude those wines from the conversation.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/We-ve-gotten-it-all-wrong-about-Lodi-wine-14815044.php

Nizza DOCG: The New Quality Region for Barbera Wine?

Piedmont is a large region in Northwest Italy that can be translated to “foot of the mountain.” This refers to the Alps.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/marisadvari/2019/11/06/nizza-docg-the-new-quality-region-for-barbera-wine/#76963e921416

The Ultimate Food and Wine Pairing Guide for the Holidays

An easy to follow wine pairing guide broken down by wine type and which foods pair best with that wine! This is a must have for holiday entertaining!

https://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/ultimate-food-and-wine-pairing-guide-for-holidays/

New Bud Light

Anheuser-Busch InBev has announced that it will launch Bud Light Hard Seltzer in the first quarter of next year, marking the brand’s entry into the burgeoning category. The 5% abv seltzers will come in at 100 calories, 2 grams of carbs, and less than 1 gram of sugar per 12-ounce serving. The initial launch will include four flavors—Black Cherry, Lemon Lime, Strawberry, and Mango—available in individual flavor 12-packs, a variety 12-pack, and in 25-ounce single cans. The company is debuting Bud Light Hard Seltzer amid a challenging period for macrobrews. For the first nine months of 2019, Anheuser-Busch InBev’s North America volume dropped by 2.4% to 82.6 million hectoliters, but revenues inched forward 0.7% to $11.9 billion.

New AVA Established in Connecticut

Eastern Connecticut Highlands AVA is Connecticut’s third approved wine region

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=221316

The Life of a Beer (Infographic)

The journey of a beer can be long and weary, and the quality depends on every step done right.

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-life-of-a-beer-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=fa8a162efe-NOV_8_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-fa8a162efe-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-fa8a162efe-38937345&mc_cid=fa8a162efe&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Like It Or Not, There’s A Good Chance Hard Seltzer Will Show Up At Your Home For The Holidays

Proving that alcoholic seltzer has staying power through cold-weather months, flavored malt beverages enjoyed their highest sales growth ever in October, and a full one-third of Millennials say they plan to serve spiked seltzer over the holidays.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/taranurin/2019/11/07/like-it-or-not-hard-seltzer-will-likely-show-up-at-your-home-for-the-holidays/#4335052e4479

7 CONSUMER DRINKS TRENDS TO WATCH IN 2020

Waitrose has released its annual food and drinks trends report for 2019, revealing some seismic shifts in the way we buy alcohol today.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/7-consumer-drinks-trends-to-watch-in-2020/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=34f32ed713-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_11_08_10_00&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-34f32ed713-64683881

Willamette Valley Wine Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Often deemed the Burgundy of the New World, the Willamette Valley shares a number of traits with the famous French wine zone.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/willamette-valley-wine-guide/

Why You Should *Never* Store a Bottle of Wine on Your Kitchen Counter

The worst place is probably on a rack in your kitchen next to the oven.

https://www.thekitchn.com/never-store-wine-in-the-kitchen-22957966

Quini Debuts Next Generation Wine Tasting App

Quini, the leader in consumer sensory data and technology solutions for the wine industry, today announced Quini 2.0, its next generation wine tasting and rating application.

WE LOVE QUINI!!

https://www.winebusiness.com/vendornews/?go=getVendorNewsArticle&dataid=222130

Economic Impact of

Massachusetts’

Wine & Spirits Distributors

The three-tier system efficiently moves America’s favorite alcoholic beverage products from producer to

consumer, connecting all corners of the country

See the MA Stats

https://www.wswa.org/data-and-impact/economic-database

HOW TO DRINK GOOD WINE ON A BUDGET

You just need to know what to look for.

http://coveteur.com/2019/11/09/how-to-drink-good-wine-on-budget/

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Liquor Industry News 11-11-19

November 11, 2019

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/american-whiskeys-leave-unique-fingerprints-new-study-shows/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

11-11-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

The Easiest (and Most Effective!) Ways to Clean Up Red Wine Stains

11 health benefits that have been linked to drinking alcohol in moderation

10 of the Best Celebrity Spirits, Tasted and Ranked

AMERICAN WHISKEYS LEAVE ‘UNIQUE’ FINGERPRINTS, NEW STUDY SHOWS

The unique reaction American whiskey undergoes when it is aged could help producers spot illegal fakes.

Wine Cookies

They’re like little round bites of heaven. You have to try making these wine cookies!

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/wine-cookies-vegan/

Where There’s A Wine, There’s A Way

A Florida company has found a loophole in the new French wine tariff that’s big enough to drive a truck through.

https://www.npr.org/2019/10/25/773380390/where-theres-a-wine-there-s-a-way

We Tried 16 Different Spiked Seltzer Brands And Here Is The Ultimate Winner

Is the Claw really the law?

https://www-buzzfeed-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.buzzfeed.com/amphtml/kristatorres/best-spiked-seltzer

100 years after Prohibition: The strangest drinking laws in all 50 states

Just in case you were thinking about serving a pint to a moose in Alaska.

https://www.sfgate.com/beer/article/prohibition-strangest-alcohol-laws-in-the-us-14560203.php

What Grows Together, Goes Together: The Food And Wine Of Tuscany

The food and wine culture of Tuscany spans a history that dates back more than 3,000 years, when the Etruscans took advantage of the ideal soil and growing climate in the hills and first planted grapes here

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jessicadupuy/2019/10/25/what-grows-together-goes-together-the-food-and-wine-of-tuscany/#5c1522123e04

How did champagne dodge the tariff bullet?

There were some head-scratchers in the wines affected by tariffs. Since not all of the $2.1 billion of wines that the US imported from France last year were included.

https://www.drvino.com/2019/10/25/champagne-wine-tariff/

Movies Come and Go, but the ‘Sideways’ Effect Seems to Last Forever

Even 15 years later, you can see traces of the movie everywhere.

https://vinepair.com/articles/sideways-effect-california-tourism/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=622c7079a5-OCT_29_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-622c7079a5-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-622c7079a5-38937345&mc_cid=622c7079a5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Maker’s Mark and University of Kentucky to map American oak genome

Bourbon brand Maker’s Mark has partnered with the University of Kentucky to research the DNA of the American white oak tree.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/makers-mark-and-university-of-kentucky-to-map-american-oak-genome/

New Vegan Wine Line

Aventura, Florida-based importer Enovation Brands is launching Vegania, a line of vegan wines. The winemaking process for Vegania eschews the use of animal products, substituting vegan alternatives where necessary. Each bottle carries a seal certifying its vegan status. The new label initially offers a Pinot Grigio and a red blend of Frappato and Syrah, both from Sicily and retailing at $13 a bottle. The Enovation Brands portfolio also includes Impact “Hot Prospect” Gemma di Luna, which rose 22% to 85,000 cases last year.

This Genius Woman Hacked Her Fridge to Dispense Wine Instead of Water

The post dates back to 2016, but obviously still applies today because wine is timeless,

https://rare.us/rare-humor/wine-water-dispencer/

Why are wineries using wax seals when so many people hate them?

Some love them for their looks. Others hate them for the mess they create. What’s certain is wax seals are sticking around, as shown by the surprising diversity of styles on the market today.

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/general-marketing-wine-tourism/why-are-wineries-using-wax-seals-when-so-many-people-hate-them

Calvados Is Versatile, Food-Friendly, and Always in Season

In order for a brandy to be legally called Calvados, it must be made in Normandy, a region in northwest France famous for its apple orchards.

https://vinepair.com/articles/calvados-guide-france/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ce10d64e77-OCT_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ce10d64e77-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ce10d64e77-38937345&mc_cid=ce10d64e77&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Exploring the Emerging, Community-Oriented Craft Beer Scene in New Hampshire

For some time, the bulk of its craft beer heritage has been in three states: Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont. Now, however, a New Hampshire beer scene is emerging.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-craft-beer-new-hampshire-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ce10d64e77-OCT_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ce10d64e77-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ce10d64e77-38937345&mc_cid=ce10d64e77&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Right Knives to Use With Every Type of Cheese (Infographic)

Want to serve a picture-perfect grazing board at your next dinner party? Here’s a handy infographic illustrating all the different cheese knives

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-right-knives-to-use-with-every-type-of-cheese-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ce10d64e77-OCT_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ce10d64e77-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ce10d64e77-38937345&mc_cid=ce10d64e77&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Drew Bledsoe and Josh McDaniels Introduce New Bledsoe-McDaniels Collaboration

Named Bledsoe-McDaniels. The collaboration will focus on Pinot Noir from Oregon’s Willamette Valley and site-specific Walla Walla Valley Syrah

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/10/29/drew-bledsoe-and-josh-mcdaniels-introduce-new-bledsoe-mcdaniels-collaboration?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=e84d8d325c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_10_29_09_35&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-e84d8d325c-64683881

New Dogfish

Dogfish Head is introducing American Beauty Hazy Ripple IPA. Inspired by The Grateful Dead’s album of the same name, American Beauty Hazy Ripple is a 7% abv IPA brewed with spelt. It will be available year-round in six-packs of 12-ounce cans across Dogfish Head’s 45-state network starting in mid-November. Delaware-based Dogfish Head was acquired by Boston Beer earlier this year for $300 million.

3 PROSECCO TRENDS TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2020

There have been a number of landmark changes in Prosecco’s regulations this year, which are set to shape the kinds of wines coming out of the region in the coming years…

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/3-prosecco-trends-to-look-out-for-in-2020/

At What Temperature Does Wine Spoil?

Let’s explore how temperature affects wine

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/29/temperature-wine-spoil/

Are the ‘Old Vines’ Touted on Your Wine Label Actually All That Old?

So many wine bottles are marketed with the term “old vines.” But what does that really mean? Our wine columnist investigates

https://www.wsj.com/articles/are-the-old-vines-touted-on-your-wine-label-actually-all-that-old-11572368926

The Champagne Myth

Bubbles may feel special, but sparkling wine shouldn’t only be for celebrations

https://www.eater.com/2019/10/29/20936713/champagne-sparkling-wine-bubbles-special-occasion-wine

The Best Low-Carb Wines You Can Drink On The Keto Diet, According To Nutritionists

You CAN definitely enjoy wine while watching your carbs,

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/food/g29475222/low-carb-wine/

Coors Light, Blue Moon Maker To Cut 500 Jobs, Rebrand Amid Declining Beer Sales

Total beer consumption has declined for five straight years as wine and liquor become more popular

https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelsandler/2019/10/30/coors-light-blue-moon-maker-to-cut-500-jobs-rebrand-amid-declining-beer-sales/#20399a8033e9

Vermont, Rhode Island more: Plan a weekend exploring the northeast beer trail

Many great microbreweries have established themselves in vacation-worthy locations within driving distance of Long Island.

https://www.newsday.com/travel/beer-trail-northeast-rhode-island-vermont-1.38010292

Warming cocktails to try this autumn

As the seasons change, so do the world’s cocktail menus. With so many new drinks to try this autumn, SB has rounded up the latest serves worth warming your autumn evenings over.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/top-autumnal-cocktails-to-warm-your-evenings/

Limoncello: time to be taken seriously?

Long seen as a cheap sweet treat for after meals, limoncello is aiming to appeal to a new generation of imbibers and bartenders by highlighting artisanal production and natural ingredients.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/limoncello-time-to-be-taken-seriously/

Basil Hayden’s unveils Bourbon-infused cheese

The special offering, called Pour Me A Slice, is a semi-firm Jersey cow’s milk cheese infused with Basil Hayden’s Bourbon. It is described as being “sweet with a hint of spice”.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/basil-haydens-unveils-bourbon-infused-cheese/

SPARFLEX LAUNCHES AUGMENTED REALITY SPARKLING WINE FOIL

The project, which was first unveiled last month, allows users to download the SnapPress app and scan the foil on a sparkling wine bottle, with animations appearing on the screen.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/sparflex-launches-augmented-reality-sparkling-wine-foil/

COULD MECHANICAL HARVESTERS SHAPE FUTURE OF THE DOURO?

The difficulty for growers in the Douro to find enough seasonal workers to bring in the harvest

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/could-mechanical-harvesters-shape-future-of-the-douro/

The Rock Has Tequila

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is prepping a Tequila launch for the new year. Johnson’s Teremana Tequila label, founded in partnership with drinks industry veteran Ken Austin, is slated to debut in early 2020. Johnson noted in an Instagram post that Teremana would be a “small-batch, hand-crafted Tequila.” A brand representative declined to provide further detail. Previously, Austin worked with the Productos Finos de Agave S.A. distillery to launch the Avión label, which Pernod Ricard eventually acquired in a two-part deal reportedly worth more than $100 million. Along with mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor, Austin is also a co-founder of the Proper No. Twelve Irish whiskey brand, which is distributed by Proximo Spirits.

BABE Becomes Official Wine Sponsor Of The NFL

BABE, a sparkling wine-in-a-can recognized as the most photographed wine on Instagram, is coming to 12 NFL stadiums across the country.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kristidosh/2019/10/30/babe-become-official-wine-sponsor-of-the-nfl/#7628d76a324c

8 Things You Should Know About German Wine

Now is the time to get well acquainted with Germany’s other wine regions, and to bring other German grapes,

https://vinepair.com/articles/8-facts-german-wine-guide/

A waiter spilled red wine on her $30K handbag. Now she wants the country club to pay for it.

Hermes bags often are sold for thousands of dollars with the most expensive one currently listed at $13,000 on the Paris-based company’s website.

https://www.nj.com/news/2019/10/a-waiter-spilled-red-wine-on-her-30k-handbag-now-she-wants-the-country-club-to-pay-for-it.html

Walmart says “Cheers!” to Adult Beverage now available through Grocery Pickup in 2,000 stores

Customers in 29 states now have a more convenient way to purchase alcoholic beverages through the convenience of Walmart’s Grocery Pickup service

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191030005849/en/%C2%A0Walmart-%20Cheers%21%20-Adult-Beverage-Grocery-Pickup-2000

Kincade Fire’s destructive toll on Sonoma wineries, vintners

The situation remains fluid for the 30-plus wineries and 82 growers in the Alexander Valley.

Map of wineries

https://www.mercurynews.com/2019/10/29/kincade-fires-destructive-toll-on-sonoma-wineries-vintners/

15 Drool-Worthy Comfort Food and Wine Pairings

Here are 15 crave-worthy comfort food and wine pairings. Be warned, naps are not included (although, you’ll be tempted!).

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/15-drool-worthy-comfort-food-and-wine-pairings/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Decanting Times! A Handy Guide For Best Practices

Here are some tips and tricks for decanting different types of wines.

https://winefolly.com/review/decanting-times-a-handy-guide-for-best-practices/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

10 of the Best Celebrity Spirits, Tasted and Ranked

Nowadays, news of celebrities launching spirits brands is as common as Marvel movies.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-celebrity-spirits-brands-ranked/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=119f5b1cb2-NOV_1_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-119f5b1cb2-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-119f5b1cb2-38937345&mc_cid=119f5b1cb2&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Mezcal subscription service launches in US

Online agave spirits retailer Maguey Melate has launched a bi-monthly mezcal subscription service to give consumers the chance to sample rare expressions that are unavailable elsewhere in the US.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/11/maguey-melate-launches-mezcal-subscription-service/

Kim Crawford Set to Debut Slim Can Sauvignon Blanc

With the introduction of the 2019 vintage this fall, Kim Crawford will also debut America’s #1 selling Sauvignon Blanc in a slim can format.

https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=221793

GLOBAL WINE PRODUCTION DIPS BY 10%

This can be explained mainly by random weather conditions, notably a very cold and rainy spring followed by an extremely hot and dry summer

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/global-wine-production-dips-by-10/

11 health benefits that have been linked to drinking alcohol in moderation

Here are some of the most interesting ways drinking in moderation can benefit you, so long as you consume it safely and responsibly.

https://www.insider.com/drinking-health-benefits-heart-nutrition-2019-10

Deconstructing umami (in wine and food contexts)

You may have heard of it. If not, what is umami and why should you care?

https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Deconstructing-umami–in-wine-and-food-contexts-

Champagne Can Be Influenced By Forests As Well As By Vines

Where oak trees grow also impacts the character of wine.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tmullen/2019/11/01/champagne-can-be-influenced-by-forests-as-well-as-by-vines/#459ad6a67659

How a doctor’s wine hack freed a boy’s tongue stuck in a bottle

An old hack to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew served as inspiration for German doctors tasked with helping a 7-year-old boy whose tongue had become trapped in a glass bottle.

https://www.nbcnews.com/health/kids-health/under-pressure-how-doctor-s-wine-hack-freed-boy-s-n1074111

Who needs a cork? Winemaker bottles his bubbly with a cap

So much for popping the cork on a bottle of bubbly. Winemaker Charles Smith, long regarded as one of the industry’s renegades, thinks it’s time to embrace the bottle cap.

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/heres-a-sparkling-wine-thats-all-about-the-bottle-cap-2019-11-01

How to choose a wine that punches above its price point

Big names don’t always mean best value: some fashionable wines are over-rated, while similar wines at half the price fall under the radar

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2019/nov/01/how-to-choose-a-wine-that-punches-above-its-price-point

Cult wine-themed manga comic Drops of God gets English translation release

A Japanese manga comic which has become a cult phenomenon in Asia and helped to shift case upon case of premium wine has been released in an English translation version.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/cult-wine-themed-manga-comic-drops-of-god-gets-english-translation-release-426998/#C37HbCLlUYriYu8d.99

THE 2019 WINE ENTHUSIAST GUIDE TO THANKSGIVING

Wine pairing tips and tasty options for your main course.

Maple Glazed Turkey Dinner

https://www.winemag.com/2019-wine-enthusiast-thanksgiving-guide/

The Proper Way to Hold a Wine Glass

Here’s what you need to know the next time you pour yourself some wine.

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/proper-way-hold-wine-glass-210453781.html

Macy’s Is Selling A Wine Advent Calendar Packed With 24 Quarter Bottles

Well, this certainly beats a tiny piece of chocolate every day!

https://www.simplemost.com/macys-has-a-wine-advent-calendar/

OR THIS ONE

Precept Wine Advent Calendar 24×375 ml Cans

https://www.finewineandgoodspirits.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10051&storeId=10051&productId=2530132&langId=-1&parent_category_rn=&top_category=&urlLangId=-1&variety=&categoryType=Wines&errorViewName=ProductDisplayErrorView

The Easiest (and Most Effective!) Ways to Clean Up Red Wine Stains

It behooves us all to have these stain-cleaning tricks tucked up our sleeves.

https://www.thekitchn.com/remove-red-wine-stains-22949969

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 11-04-19

November 4, 2019

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-wine-scholar-guilds-new-course-on-spain/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

11-04-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

A complete guide for wine lovers at Walt Disney World

Stella Artois Releasing Its First Limited-Edition Seasonal Beer

How to Choose a Liquor Store A good liquor store can offer much more than convenience

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE WINE SCHOLAR GUILD’S NEW COURSE ON SPAIN

The program, which took two years to develop, has been designed to become the reference in Spanish wine education for trade professionals and studious oenophiles alike.

GREAT PROGRAM!

STRANGE TALES: HITLER AND THE ‘COINTREAU’ BOMB PLOT

Only, the box did not contain two bottles of triple sec but a large amount of plastic explosive and a captured British pencil detonator.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/strange-tales-hitler-and-the-cointreau-bomb-plot/

Where Does Altar Wine Come From?

To meet the necessary standards, producers of sacramental altar wines are a select group.

http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/the-cup-of-salvation-where-does-altar-wine-come-from

WHY DO COMPANIES TRADEMARK COCKTAILS? THE TRUTH BEHIND THE COPYRIGHTS.

There are currently four drinks protected under the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office: the Dark ’n Stormy, Painkiller, Sazerac and Hand Grenade

https://www.liquor.com/articles/trademarked-cocktails/#gs.bm2506

Does it matter where a wine is bottled?

How would you feel if your Chilean Cabernet was bottled in the north of England or your Californian Chardonnay was poured into a bag-in-box in Copenhagen?

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/does-it-matter-where-wine-bottled

The etiquette of wine giving

These guidelines will help you avoid an etiquette faux pas.

https://www.wineinvestment.com/wine-blog/2019/10/the-etiquette-of-wine-giving/

“Breaking Bad” star launches beer

In the show, actor Dean Norris, who played Hank Schrader, went all out to make this homebrew named, “Schraderbrau,” look like the real thing, and now that’s actually happening.

https://www.wilx.com/content/news/Breaking-Bad-star-launches-beer-563567591.html

Buffalo Trace: a brand history

The buffalo on the label represents the independence and spirit of those early Americans who wanted to find a new life for themselves, and who weren’t afraid to explore unchartered territory

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/buffalo-trace-a-brand-history/

Absolut and Paper Bottle Co to drive sustainability

The Absolut Company has joined Coca-Cola, Carlsberg and L’Oréal in partnering with Paboco, which was launched in 2015 to research the possibility of a commercially-available paper bottle.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/absolut-and-paper-bottle-company-to-drive-sustainability/

NEW BOOK ON ITALIAN WINE QUESTIONS THE IDEA OF ‘INDIGENOUS’ GRAPE VARIETIES

A new book has launched on Amazon charting the history of Italy’s most famous winemaking grapes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/new-book-on-italian-wine-questions-the-idea-of-indigenous-grape-varieties/

The Science of Salt in Cocktails

Now bartenders and beverage managers are using salt beyond its once utilitarian function and exploring its myriad varieties—from artisanal salts that exhibit terroir, to flavored salts made by traditional processes or by enterprising new bartenders.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-salt-in-cocktails/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=78337222&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9YgyC7ebOnvh3ImXBx9XRi8UGyjfbNIKpbQFNuMuz9GlMffdMa2ZvT1e8xzskPoQj_kS9FP_Qh_mubFJRHJn2BfJe7lE8GEd-sGKAZKahpEJBkPKo&_hsmi=78337482

How to Blind-taste Beer

If you don’t know how a beer tastes, how can you accurately tell your customers about the product?

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/how-to-blind-taste-beer/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=78337222&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9YgyC7ebOnvh3ImXBx9XRi8UGyjfbNIKpbQFNuMuz9GlMffdMa2ZvT1e8xzskPoQj_kS9FP_Qh_mubFJRHJn2BfJe7lE8GEd-sGKAZKahpEJBkPKo&_hsmi=78337482

Once you’ve chilled a wine, does it need to stay chilled?

Do temperature fluctuations damage wine?

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/article-once-youve-chilled-a-wine-does-it-need-to-stay-chilled/

Can There Be Terroir in Spirits?

Although terroir, a French term defined as representing a sense of place, is a widely accepted concept in the wine world, there’s contention about whether it applies to distilled spirits.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/21/can-there-be-terroir-in-spirits/

How to Be A Better Wine Taster, According to Scientists

Not everyone is born with the senses of a super-taster or has the time to gain the extensive wine knowledge of a sommelier

https://www.slsc.org/how-to-be-a-better-wine-taster-according-to-scientists/

How Organic Winemakers Are Turning Chianti’s Red Rooster Green

To qualify as organic, winemakers use no chemical pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides on grapes. Vinification relies on the spontaneous fermentation provided by natural yeasts and bacteria, rather than commercial additives, while sulfites are kept to an absolute minimum.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tamarathiessen/2019/10/21/how-organic-winemakers-are-turning-chiantis-red-rooster-green/#2843469b1470

How to spot a corked wine

The signs of cork taint to look out for, and a brief guide to its origins

https://www.decanter.com/learn/corked-corky-44649/#L6hM1jzDx9LUe1vp.99

M.S. Walker News

Massachusetts-based M.S. Walker has been named the exclusive U.S. importer of Islay Mist. The first offering from the blended Scotch brand is Islay Mist 8-year-old, a blend of whisky from the Laphroaig distillery and Speyside malt aged in Bourbon casks. Featuring a new custom bottle and label, the 40% abv blend is currently rolling out nationally at $26 a 750-ml. Islay Mist also produces Original, Palo Cortado, 10-year-Old, and 12-year-old whiskies.

Kansas woman incorporates wine into her exercise routine

https://abc7news.com/society/woman-incorporates-wine-into-exercise-routine/5638006/

Martignetti Companies Announces New Digital Marketing Service

New England’s preeminent distributor of wines and spirits is announcing the launch of the industry’s first distributor hosted consumer-level Digital Marketing Service™ (DMS) for its retailer and supplier partners

https://www.winebusiness.com/suppliernews/?go=getSupplierNewsArticle&dataId=221367

Malbec Food Pairing Ideas

The pairing secret of Malbec is that it works well with pepper, sage, creamy mushroom sauces, melted cheese, and in particular, blue cheese. YUM!

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/malbec-food-pairing-ideas/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Learn the Trick to Clinking Wine Glasses

What’s the best technique for clinking wine glasses and why is there a wrong way?

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/clinking-wine-glasses/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

PATRÓN BECOMES FIRST BOOZE BRAND YOU CAN ORDER ON INSTAGRAM

The pioneering brand has partnered with social video commerce agency MikMak to allow adult Instagram users in 48 US states to buy bottles of Patrón by swiping up on an advert in Instagram Stories.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/patron-becomes-first-booze-brand-you-can-order-on-instagram/

JP CHENET TARGETS YOUNG, FEMALE MILLENIALS WITH NEW INTERNATIONAL VARIETIES

In the Spring the brand embarked on a nationwide marketing campaign featuring tie-ups with strategic fashion and beauty events, including sponsorship of LoneDesignCub.com’s concept store launch party at London Fashion Week and the VIP lounge at the National Wedding Show, while also boosting its Instagram presence to target younger women.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/jp-chenet-targets-young-female-millenials-with-new-international-varieties/

New Angels Envy

Bacardi-owned Angel’s Envy has announced the November rollout of its yearly cask strength release. This year’s expression comes in at 61.2% abv, and the bottling was chosen from select barrels of Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished in Port Wine Barrels. Just over 14,000 bottles will be available in 26 markets across the U.S. at a suggested price of $200 a 750-ml. bottle. Last year, Angel’s Envy was up 9.3% to 82,000 cases according to Impact Databank.

Meet Crémant, France’s Affordable Sparkling Wine

Crémant is the name used by many French wine regions for sparklers made the same way as Champagne, with the second fermentation in the bottle.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/23/cremant-france-affordable-sparkling-wine/

Cakebread News

Napa Valley winemaker Cakebread Cellars is opening a new visitors center this week at its property on Highway 29. The new facility includes a 10,000-square-foot renovation and 36,000-square-foot addition aimed at immersing guests in the winemaking process. Nine separate tasting rooms are included, all intended for smaller-format tastings, and are grouped into four segments: The Culinary Wing, created for wine and food seminars; Window to the Winery, offering educational tastings within the cellar itself; In the Lab, devoted to technical tastings and workshops; and The Tank Room, geared toward larger groups. Visits are by appointment only, with tastings ranging from $25-$85.

What is Carbonic Maceration, or Whole-Cluster Fermentation?

Few terms in the wine world will get you labeled a geek more swiftly than “carbonic maceration.” Just the sound of it conjures images of mad scientists and sci-fi superheroes.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/22/carbonic-maceration-whole-cluster-fermentation-101/

Why Red Wine May Be Great For Gut Health

You’ve probably heard how great red wine is for its anti-inflammatory properties, cardiovascular benefits and antioxidant properties, but did you know it may actually help your gut health as well?

https://www.askmen.com/food_booze/booze/why-red-wine-may-be-great-for-gut-health.html

A Quick Guide to Understanding Israeli Wine

The Middle-Eastern country of more than nine million people boasts a surprisingly robust wine scene thanks to geographical diversity and a plethora of producers.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/guide-to-israeli-wine/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=548a96c27b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_10_24_09_26&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-548a96c27b-64683881

How to Choose a Liquor Store A good liquor store can offer much more than convenience

Whether you’re stocking your bar for party or looking for the perfect ingredients for a custom cocktail, a quality liquor store can offer you advice and assistance.

https://www.the-messenger.com/news/local/article_c854ad51-4703-5c0e-a4ee-f003148c184b.html

How to Stay Healthy When You Drink for a Living

People who choose a career in wine are not typified by their restraint. The end goal for growers, vitners, vendors, sommeliers, and everyone in between is the sensual pleasure of person who finally tips it into their mouth, but it’s also quite easy for people in the profession to find themselves off-kilter in the pursuit.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/winemakers/rebecca-hopkins-balanced-glass-healthy-travel

The 5 Wines We Should Be Drinking More Of

Top 5 underrated bottles are overachievers when it comes to quality, quaffability and value for money

https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-5-wines-we-should-be-drinking-more-of-11571924754

What Makes a White Wine Ageworthy?

How often do you seek out an aged white wine?

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/24/what-makes-a-white-wine-ageworthy/

11 Excellent Unconventional Wines to Pair with Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving is an ideal opportunity to dabble in unfamiliar terroir.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/unconventional-thanksgiving-wines

LOW CARB WINES

When it comes to a keto diet, not all wines are created equal. Not even close.

https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-french-onion-meatloaf-low-carb-wines/

Why Does Wine Make Me Sleepier Than Other Drinks?

We don’t have much solid evidence that it does

https://www.bustle.com/p/why-does-wine-make-me-sleepier-than-other-drinks-this-may-explain-it-19263410

Stella Artois Releasing Its First Limited-Edition Seasonal Beer

The beer contains subtle notes of dark chocolate and freshly brewed espresso, but is light-bodied with a crisp, dry finish. It is 5.4% alcohol by volume (ABV).

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilycappiello/2019/10/25/what-do-stella-artois-halloween-and-sleepy-hollow-have-in-common-this/#6e745a496339

What Is Slow Wine? Here’s What You Need to Know

It’s a state of mind, a framework for farming, a holistic perspective.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/slow-wine/

How to be fearless with your wine choices

It’s a thing. Wine fear.

https://www.thestar.com/life/food_wine/advice/2019/10/25/how-to-be-fearless-with-your-wine-choices.html

15 Sommelier-Level Moves for Learning About Wine

While mastering it is a lifelong journey, the good news is that starting out can be really fun

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/15-sommelier-level-moves-learning-204651733.html

Wine Labels

Most wines need a Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) from TTB prior to being sold in the marketplace.

The official site

https://www.ttb.gov/labeling/wine-labels

A complete guide for wine lovers at Walt Disney World

If you are looking to kick back and relax with a nice glass of wine to unwind a bit, then check out some of these must try Disney wine spots.

https://insidethemagic.net/2019/10/wine-lovers-guide-walt-disney-world-kc1/

Early Celts believed wine should be for all

Residues from ceramics found at an archaeological site in Germany suggest that Early Celts from all social classes drank generous quantities of Mediterranean wine long before they started importing drinking vessels from the region.

https://cosmosmagazine.com/archaeology/early-celts-believed-wine-should-be-for-all

Taking direct consumer wine distribution to a new level

Following a similar model to Netflix, HBO and others in the film industry, Wine Access, is now partnering with established winemakers to produce their own exclusive wines.

https://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/taking-direct-consumer-wine-distribution-to-a-new-level/

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Liquor Industry News 10-28-19

October 28, 2019

https://www.bustle.com/p/how-a-white-claw-hangover-is-different-from-a-beer-wine-hangover-19134448

Liquor Industry News

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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10-28-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Even in Napa, there is no ‘Whole Foods’ craze for organic wine. Why?

Michelob Was Really Early to This Whole Marketing ‘Beer as Wellness’ Trend

What You Need to Know About Cognac vs Armagnac

How A White Claw Hangover Is Different From A Beer Or Wine Hangover

It turns out there are actually a few reasons your spiked seltzer hangover might feel different than the morning-after malaise you’ve experienced with other drinks.

Not just a Drink: 5 Reasons Why Wine is Good for a Healthy Lifestyle

Although most people know red wine as a luxury, it also has a ton of health benefits that work wonders for both the rich and the masses.

https://www.latinpost.com/articles/142456/20191013/not-just-a-drink-5-reasons-why-wine-is-good-for-a-healthy-lifestyle.htm

Truly Update

Boston Beer Co. is rolling out a reformulation of its entire Truly Hard Seltzer line. All 13 flavors have been updated to be more flavorful, with a more fruit-heavy aroma and a crisper finish, according to the company. The revamped flavors will include a note on their packaging reading “Now crisper fresh taste.” Additionally, Truly will launch a variety of lemonade seltzers on New Year’s Day, 2020. The 5% abv additions will be available in variety 12-packs of Original Lemonade, Black Cherry Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, and Mango Lemonade as well as 16- and 24-ounce individual cans of Original Lemonade.

Why Craft Brewers Are Turning to Large-Format Cans

Now many craft breweries are going big, packaging robustly flavored IPAs and hop-forward ales in 19.2-, 24-, and 25-ounce cans.

MANY IN STOCK!

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-craft-brewers-are-turning-to-large-format-cans/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=78055812&_hsenc=p2ANqtz–l7d2mvD4eQ6KOO8vXXWXt-J5wpzxGxSu6OqGPclJHNDW5u5XvN8tZGH2FoAEU2wWf4QMPFUZ8_bXueMJZokR060jk9p220NJT9xbG8QVkNku_Lto&_hsmi=78056162

Meet Your New Favorite Fall Wine, Lambrusco

Lambrusco is a delicious sparkling Italian wine made from the grapes that share its name.

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/lambrusco

12 Wine-Themed Beauty Products That Won’t Give You a Hangover

The beauty world has its own version of glou-glou: easy-to-use wine-inspired products

https://www.marieclaire.com/beauty/g29244923/wine-themed-beauty-makeup-skincare/

10 Things You Should Know About Blue Moon

Here are 10 more things you should know about Blue Moon.

https://vinepair.com/articles/blue-moon-beer-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=03852b0e7a-OCT_16_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-03852b0e7a-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-03852b0e7a-38937345&mc_cid=03852b0e7a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Mouthwatering Desserts To Make With Leftover Wine

Sneak a little leftover wine into one of these desserts to cap off a meal, or snack on one of these treats in the middle of the day.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/10-mouthwatering-desserts-to-make-with-leftover-wine/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=03852b0e7a-OCT_16_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-03852b0e7a-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-03852b0e7a-38937345&mc_cid=03852b0e7a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

WHY SOMMELIERS NEED TO LEARN ABOUT NON-ALCOHOLIC ALTERNATIVES TO WINE

Still wine sales have fallen by three million nine-litre cases within the last year. Meanwhile, sales of low ABV alternatives to wine, beer, and spirits have grown rapidly in recent years, although still make up less than 5% of the alcoholic drinks market.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/sommeliers-need-to-be-educated-on-low-abv-alternatives-to-wine-and-spirits-say-new-drinks-brands/

Why Wine Country isn’t attracting Millennials

Napa Valley, capital of wine tourism in California, pinnacle of New World luxury hooch, has a Millennial problem

https://www.sfchronicle.com/travel/article/Why-Wine-Country-isn-t-attracting-Millennials-14520897.php

Discovering the mountain wines of Valle d’Aosta

The Valle d’Aosta is about as extreme as Italian winemaking gets.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/really-high-in-italy-discovering-the-mountain-wines-of-valle-d-aosta

The Unknown Volcanic Wines of Pompeii

The city is home to innovative wineries and picturesque vineyards that thrive in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine-regions/italy/pompeii-volcanic-wines

What You Need to Know About Sulfites

Sulfites are found in most wines and have attracted much attention, resulting in several myths.

https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/articles/2019/10/15/three-myths-about-sulfites-in-wine

How to Pair Sweet Wines with Savory Foods

When it comes to enjoying a meal, all food and wine pairings are about balance. “A little bit of sweet makes salty food taste better.

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/washington/washington-dc/article/features/sweet-wine-pairing-savory-food#

Stop, you can’t pop: prosecco Pringles seized in Italy

“identity theft” after hundreds of tubes of prosecco-flavoured Pringles were seized from a supermarket chain in the Veneto region.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/oct/16/stop-you-cant-pop-prosecco-pringles-seized-in-italy

Charles Smith Debuts POPUP Sparkling Wine

Just in Time for the Holidays, Winemaker Charles Smith Debuts POPUP – a Modern, Spirited and Effortless New Sparkling Wine

https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=221057

7 Regions Define New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Even though New Zealand (NZ) produces just 1% of the world’s wine, it still reigns as the “Sauvignon Blanc capital of the world.

https://winefolly.com/review/new-zealand-sauvignon-blanc/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Baileys debuts Red Velvet

Baileys Red Velvet has been created in partnership with the founders of US bakery Georgetown Cupcake,

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/baileys-debuts-red-velvet-liqueur-in-us/

How Herbicides are Developed for Vineyards

Without spending some time in the vineyard, it is hard to understand the day to day challenges growers face when combating agricultural pests.

http://www.academicwino.com/2019/10/herbicide-developed-for-vineyards.html/

A Quick Guide to Amphora-Aged Wine

Amphorae have been experiencing a renaissance across the globe and can now be seen in places like the United States and Australia.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/16/a-quick-guide-to-amphora-aged-wine/

Why port wine is still made by stomping grapes

It is a very traditional and labor-intensive method, yet it is still the one producing the finest ports. Why is that?

https://www.insider.com/port-wine-made-by-stomping-grapes-douro-portugal-2019-10

Helpful Wine Terminology So You Sound Like You Know What You’re Talking About

It might just expose you to your new favorite bottle or producer.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/helpful-wine-terminology-guide/

All About Natural Wines

Natural wines aren’t like regular wines. Regular wines are made using industrial farming techniques on a massive scale.

https://www.newyorker.com/humor/daily-shouts/what-you-need-to-know-about-natural-wine

Demeter joined with Salmon-Safe

New partnership to enhance water quality protection and wildlife habitat restoration on Biodynamic farms

https://salmonsafe.org/demeter/

Meet Germany’s Three Great Pinots

If you think you know Pinot from Burgundy in France or Pinot Grigio in Italy, prepare to have your eyes opened.

https://vinepair.com/articles/meet-germanys-three-great-pinots-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a8285785be-OCT_18_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a8285785be-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-a8285785be-38937345&mc_cid=a8285785be&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How Championship Teams Get Their Championship Wines

A well-balanced wine in a commemorative bottle could be what you need to toast the championship win for your favorite sports team

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/17/sport-championship-wine-bottles/

Ever wondered why your wine is weeping?

For centuries, scientists have pondered the “tears” that form in wine glasses. Now they think they know how it happens.

https://www.technologyreview.com/s/614479/ever-wondered-why-your-wine-is-weeping-blame-shock-waves/

What’s a wine cave? The 5 best underground experiences on the Central Coast

By avoiding artificial cooling, you also avoid drying out the air, which dries out the barrels and leads to unwanted evaporation of wine.

https://www.sanluisobispo.com/living/food-drink/wine-beer/article233181121.html

Why It’s Worth Knowing Who Imported Your Wine

Looking to try an unfamiliar wine—with the reassurance that you’re getting a quality bottle? Check the back label for the name of the importer. Here are a few you can trust to offer wines of character

https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-its-worth-knowing-who-imported-your-wine-11571329703

What You Need to Know About Cognac vs Armagnac

In Western France, the regions of Cognac and Armagnac produce some of the world’s most venerated grape brandies.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/17/cognac-armagnac-guide/

5 Wine Trends You Need To Know

Consider these your wine headline cliff notes

https://pasorobleswineries.net/5-wine-trends-you-need-to-know/

Sherry is Dying, Pass the Port

Despite rumors of a resurrection, Sherry’s slow but assured demise looks more certain than ever.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/10/sherry-is-dying-pass-the-port

Champagne vending machine appears – the start of a trend?

The Lexington Hotel in New York City has become the latest venue to install a Moët & Chandon vending machine.

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/news/another-champagne-vending-machine-appears-start-trend

NH Employee Fired By Liquor Commission Over Role in Bootlegging Sting Gets $34,000 Settlement

The dispute stems from a transaction made in February 2018, when Boes rang up a series of cash sales for more than $24,000 worth of Hennessy cognac for a customer.

https://www.nhpr.org/post/employee-fired-liquor-commission-over-role-bootlegging-sting-gets-34000-settlement#stream/0

America’s Favorite Wine Grapes

What do Zinfandel, Riesling, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc all have in common? Well, for a start, none of them even make the top 10 of America’s favorite wine grapes.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/10/americas-favorite-wine-grapes?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=5eafc36a6c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_10_18_08_31&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-5eafc36a6c-64683881

Bud Light brewer Anheuser-Busch accuses MillerCoors of stealing its beer recipes

Bud Light brewer is accusing its rival of stealing secret recipes for its beers, including Michelob Ultra and Bud Light.

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/10/18/bud-lights-parent-accuses-millercoors-of-stealing-its-beer-recipes.html

Why You Should Be Drinking Spanish Wine

Our Vote for the World’s Most Underrated Wine Country? Spain!

https://www.askmen.com/food_booze/booze/why-you-should-be-drinking-spanish-wine.html

9 Things You Should Know About Vega Sicilia

Bodegas Vega Sicilia is considered the crown jewel of Spanish wines. Since its founding in 1864, the winery has brought international acclaim to Ribera del Duero

https://vinepair.com/articles/vega-sicilia-spain-wine/

Michelob Was Really Early to This Whole Marketing ‘Beer as Wellness’ Trend

When Anheuser-Busch first rolled out Michelob Ultra across the U.S. in 2002, the pitch to the nation’s weight watchers was simple: Sip this beer if you want to ditch carbs.

https://fortune.com/2019/10/19/michelob-beer-wellness-marketing/

Dissecting the Double Standard of Wine Moms v. Beer Dads

“Women are often judged too harshly for engaging in certain activities or having certain emotions,”

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/dissecting-double-standard-wine-moms-220044943.html

Decoding Vintage Champagne: When to Buy What

Purchasing a bottle of vintage Champagne (wine made from grapes harvested in the same year) and only in years deemed worthy by the winemakers can be wrought with confusion.

https://fortune.com/longform/buying-guide-vintage-champagne/

Even in Napa, there is no ‘Whole Foods’ craze for organic wine. Why?

Some of the most famous wineries in the world use organically grown grapes, he said, but don’t outwardly advertise that fact.

https://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/even-in-napa-there-is-no-whole-foods-craze-for/article_14689789-ba28-5726-abd9-3bd024f1e311.html

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 10-21-19

October 21, 2019

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/put-chemgro-on-wines-produced-using-pesticides/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

10-21-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

‘Weed moms’ are the new ‘wine moms’

What’s in Your Wine?

Sam Adams Is Releasing a $200 Beer That’s Illegal in Over a Dozen States

PUT ‘CHEMGRO’ ON WINES PRODUCED USING PESTICIDES

“Why is it that it is organic that has to be certified; it should be the other way round should, it should state that it is chemgro,”

Sutter Home Winery Inc. Sues New York company for allegedly misusing “Napa Cellars” trademark

Sutter Home Winery Inc. is suing a New York-based wine company for up to $2 million for alleged trademark infringement for misusing the Napa Valley company’s trademark “Napa Cellars,” according to the lawsuit.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=220569

Winery websites at the heart of lawsuits over ADA compliance online

ADA compliance online remains something of a gray area, though, because there are no established standards for how to make a website ADA compliant

https://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/winery-websites-at-the-heart-of-lawsuits-over-ada-compliance/article_7a4535e3-a8aa-5ac5-ad7e-4ff0c2dd8be3.html

Hey, White Claw fans. You’ve got alcohol all wrong.

Why does alcohol have to be healthy? Why can’t it just be recreational?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/10/04/hey-white-claw-fans-youve-got-alcohol-all-wrong/

‘Alcoholic Tide Pods’: Everyone is very confused about the newest way to drink whisky

That’s right: They’re alcoholic Tide Pods.

https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Alcoholic-Tide-Pods-Everyone-is-very-confused-14497570.php

5 Must-Have Bottles For A Memorable (And Successful) Wine Tasting Party

You could do a wine tasting party for friends pretty easily. Or you could give it some effort and do a wine tasting party for friends right.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/10/06/5-must-have-bottles-for-a-memorable-and-successful-wine-tasting-party/#2ca3caf72016

Is alcohol RUINING your looks? Expert reveals the tell-tale signs of ‘wine face’

alcohol is a ‘key offender’ into why your face could start to see signs of ageing.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7537771/Expert-reveals-tell-tale-signs-wine-face-including-fine-lines-dry-patches-dullness.html

Ireland’s favorite liquor revealed and it’s not Irish whiskey or gin

Sorry whiskey and gin lovers but it seems that Ireland has a strong penchant for a more unlikely spirit with vodka coming on top as Ireland’s favorite liquor.

https://www.irishcentral.com/news/irelands-favorite-liquor

11 Things You Should Know About Heaven Hill Distillery

The largest family-owned and operated distillery in the U.S. It’s also the second-largest holder of barrels in the world, and one of the country’s largest spirits suppliers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/heaven-hill-distillery/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=93eede6f8c-OCT_8_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-93eede6f8c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-93eede6f8c-38937345&mc_cid=93eede6f8c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A TV Series Chronicling Anheuser-Busch Family Story Is Coming

According to The Hollywood Reporter, 101 Studios, the studio behind hit cable TV show Yellowstone, is developing the series entitled Under the Influence.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/anheuser-busch-budweiser-series/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=93eede6f8c-OCT_8_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-93eede6f8c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-93eede6f8c-38937345&mc_cid=93eede6f8c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A Wine Guide to Hawaii, Island by Island

Hawaii also boasts a handful of homegrown wineries.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/07/hawaii-wine-guide-island-by-island/

The three inventions that created the modern wine world

Whenever anyone discusses the history of wine, three men generally go unmentioned

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/three-inventions-created-modern-wine-world

Are Wine Ambassadors Worth the Time and Money?

The role of the ambassador has been expanding in the last 10 years.

https://acevola.blogspot.com/2019/10/are-wine-ambassadors-worth-time-and.html

RIBERA DEL DUERO COUNCIL APPROVES DO STATUS FOR WHITE WINE

315 or so producers across the DO to produce and sell white wines using the DO label on the bottle. Previously, white wine production in Ribera del Duero was limited to one protected geographical indication, Castilla y Leon IGP, and accounted for less than 3% of the region’s wine production.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/ribera-del-duero-council-approves-do-status-for-white-wine/

THIS IS RIOJA’S ‘FIRST’ OFFICIAL SINGLE VINEYARD WINE

Called Canterabuey, it is the first Rioja wine to gain a Viñedo Singular certification.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/spanish-estate-launches-riojas-first-certified-single-vineyard-wine/

How Red Wine is Made

Red wine production requires no cooking or ingredients besides grapes, yeast and, usually, sulfur dioxide as a preservative.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/08/how-red-wine-is-made/

Whiskey Pods Are Tailor-Made for American Drinkers

The pods drew quick comparisons to everything from Jell-O shots to Gushers fruit snacks, in addition to the laundry-detergent capsules that became a meme in 2018 after several dozen teens ate them on YouTube.

https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2019/10/scotch-pods/599662/

Sam Adams Is Releasing a $200 Beer That’s Illegal in Over a Dozen States

The brewery describes it as having “a deep, rich, malty smoothness reminiscent of a vintage Port, Cognac, or fine Sherry.”

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https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/sam-adams-utopias-2019

Tanqueray launches Citrus Heart cocktail bitters

La Pietra, of Sub Astor in São Paulo, collaborated with Diageo global cocktailian Lauren Mote to create the Tanqueray No. Ten Tropical Citrus Heart Bitters inspired by ingredients from the Amazon rainforest.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/tanqueray-launches-citrus-heart-cocktail-bitters/

Catena Branches Into Natural Wine

Argentinian winery Bodega y Viñedos Catena is launching La Marchigiana, a trio of natural wines that pays homage to the Catena family’s winemaking roots in 19th-century Italy. The limited-production bottlings of Criolla Chica, Chardonnay, and Bonarda are fermented and aged in tinajas, traditional clay pots like those used by winery founder Nicola Catena when he arrived in Argentina from Le Marche, Italy, more than 100 years ago. Each of the three varieties is a 2017 vintage, now available in the U.S. through MundoVino, a division of Winebow, retailing at $35 a 750-ml. The Catena brand sells approximately 165,000 cases annually, according to Impact Databank.

Sonoma County wineries continue the grape harvest using backup power

The preemptive power shutdown to help curtail potential fires comes at a crucial time as wineries are taking in late red grape varieties into their crush pads along the North Coast

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/10152465-181/many-sonoma-county-wineries-have

Autolysis: When Yeast Die for the Wine Drinker’s Pleasure

When yeast have completed their primary task and fermentable sugars have turned to alcohol, the energetic yeast begin to rest and settle to the bottom of the fermentation vessel. Many styles of wine require winemakers to then rack, or move, the wine into another vessel and away from a majority of the yeast.

https://growlermag.com/autolysis-when-yeast-die-for-the-wine-drinkers-pleasure/

Everything You Need to Know About Hosting a Fall Wine Tasting Party

Here’s what you need to know for a successful sipping soiree.

https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/209195/wine-tasting-party-tips/

Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Virginia Wine

Virginia ranks sixth in the nation’s top wine-producing states

https://vinepair.com/articles/heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-virginia-wine-infographic/

Meet Bolé, Italy’s Newest Sparkling Wine Made In Romagna

Bolé is the first expression of Novebolle, Italy’s newest Spumante DOC, and is part of a larger cultural project designed to put Romagna on the map.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/liviahengel/2019/10/09/meet-bole-spumante-sparkling-wine-romagna/#1635f2d36769

Are Restaurant Wine Pairings Worth It?

In theory, it’s a fun and liberating way to experience drinks that you might otherwise not sample, thoughtfully paired with each dish.

https://vinepair.com/articles/are-restaurant-wine-pairings-worth-it/

How Wine Importers Are Reacting to Trump’s New Tariffs

A silver lining for consumers is that though the price of some wines will almost certainly increase, overall, wine drinkers shouldn’t see the full cost of these import duties.

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/wine-importers-reacting-trumps-tariffs-162524278.html

Boston Needs to Reform Its Liquor Licensing Laws. Here’s How

The prohibitive cost of a liquor license creates an enormous barrier to entry and perverse incentives.

https://www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/2019/10/10/liquor-license-reform/

Introducing The Oenobeer, A Cross Between Beer And Wine

Oenobeer, a new type of liquid that tastes something like a mix between beer, wine, and mead.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kennygould/2019/10/10/introducing-the-oenobeer-a-cross-between-beer-and-wine/#45c39ff71bb4

Baker’s Bourbon

Beam Suntory has revamped Baker’s Bourbon, keeping its seven-year age minimum and proof, but switching the whiskey to a single barrel bottling. The 53.5% abv Bourbon will also receive new packaging featuring the specific age of the barrel, the warehouse where it aged, and the barreling date. The new single barrel Baker’s will retail at $60. To commemorate the change, the company is also releasing the first limited-edition Baker’s bottling—a 13-year-old single barrel expression—positioned at $99 a 750-ml. Both the newly rebranded Baker’s and the brand’s limited-edition whiskey are now available across the U.S. Baker’s had U.S. volume of 7,000 cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

CARLSBERG UNVEILS ‘WORLD’S FIRST’ PAPER BEER BOTTLE

The bottle forms part of Carlsberg’s Together Towards Zero initiative, which includes a commitment to reach zero carbon emissions and a 30% reduction in its “full-value-chain carbon footprint” by 2030.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/carlsberg-unveils-worlds-first-paper-beer-bottle/

Pliny the Elder, the First Wine Critic and Why He Still Matters

He may have also been one of the first wine critics.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/10/pliny-the-elder-first-wine-critic/

Why you don’t put wine in a blender, and the other wine gaffes of ‘Succession’

Should we all be hyper-decanting?!

https://datebook.sfchronicle.com/movies-tv/why-you-dont-put-wine-in-a-blender-and-the-other-wine-gaffes-of-succession

America’s Favorite Wine Grapes

What do Zinfandel, Riesling, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc all have in common? Well, for a start, none of them even make the top 10 of America’s favorite wine grapes.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/10/americas-favorite-wine-grapes

Blind Tasting Wine Is a Cool Party Trick That’s Professionally Invaluable

The ability to identify a wine “blind” might seem like little more than a party trick to those outside the wine trade, but many industry professionals believe it’s an invaluable skill.

https://vinepair.com/articles/blind-tasting-wine-professionals/

Guided Bug & Wine Pairing

Like a wine and cheese pairing, minus the cheese (and plus the bugs)!

https://www.atlasobscura.com/experiences/guided-bug-wine-pairing

What’s in Your Wine?

Wine has a reputation as a simple, one-ingredient drink. But that all-natural street cred can be misleading.

https://drfranklipman.com/2019/10/11/whats-in-your-wine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=whats-in-your-wine

‘Weed moms’ are the new ‘wine moms’

Parents.com told ABC News’ Good Morning Americathat more moms are opening up about their marijuana use than ever before.

https://wtop.com/health-fitness/2019/10/weed-moms-are-the-new-wine-moms/

How some white wine is actually made from red grapes

Grape juice in itself always comes white, as the skin is responsible for the color which ends up in your glass.

https://www.mylondon.news/news/uk-world-news/how-white-wine-actually-made-17058274

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Liquor Industry News 10-14-19

October 14, 2019

https://vinepair.com/articles/australias-cool-climate-wine-regions-infographic/

Liquor Industry News

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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10-14-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How Meditation Can Make Your Champagne Taste Better

US to impose 25% tariff on single malt Scotch and MORE!

Hershey’s and Yuengling make chocolate beer

An Introduction to Five of Australia’s Cool-Climate Wine Regions

A look at five of Australia’s cool climate wine regions and the wines to get to know in them.

Sterling Vineyards 375 ml Aluminum Bottles

Sterling released these bottles for summer sipping, but they will be perfect all year long

https://www.augustachronicle.com/lifestyle/20190929/wine-time-sterling-vineyards-375-ml-aluminum-bottles

Hard Seltzer Is Killing The Market

The millennial-driven focus on drinking “healthy” and less frequently has driven interest in these beverages.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizazimmerman/2019/09/27/hard-seltzer-is-killing-the-market/#7fc0e16957ef

14 Things You Should Know About Baileys

Baileys is now one of Ireland’s most successful exports.

https://vinepair.com/articles/baileys-cream-irish/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3d9c0878ff-OCT_1_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3d9c0878ff-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3d9c0878ff-38937345&mc_cid=3d9c0878ff&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Are Those Holes On Top Or Cork Capsule

A friend told me that preservatives are injected into wine corks through the foil capsule or plastic sleeve, as indicated by the small holes in the seal. This seems unlikely to me. Is it true?

Those tiny holes in the capsule sure cause a lot of confusion! No, they are not a sign of something injected into the bottle, nor are they there to let the cork breathe.

Rather, those tiny perforations act as a vent to allow air to escape when the capsule is being put on the bottle. They allow for a tighter, wrinkle-free fit without any air trapped in the capsule.

An Interview On The Pros And Cons Of Alcohol Studies And Warnings

There is a movement to get the U.S. Federal Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) to expand its mandated health warning on beverage alcohol to include rotating messages linking alcohol consumption to cancer.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/09/27/an-interview-on-the-pros-and-cons-of-alcohol-studies-and-warnings/#4bec7416b60a

The Dos and Don’ts of Partying at Wineries, According to People Who Work There

So let’s say you find a tasting room that does accept groups or host parties. How do you know what to do and avoid at your event?

https://vinepair.com/articles/8-dos-donts-wine-tasting-room-parties/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3d9c0878ff-OCT_1_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3d9c0878ff-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3d9c0878ff-38937345&mc_cid=3d9c0878ff&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Cîroc adds limited edition White Grape flavor to range

Released for the festive season, Cîroc White Grape is distilled five times before being infused with a blend of “ripe white grapes” and “other natural flavors”.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/ciroc-adds-limited-edition-white-grape-flavour-to-range/

Climate change is changing the flavor of French wine

Records going back 700 years show that Burgundy’s wine grapes have been feeling the heat of the past three decades.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2019/09/wine-harvest-dates-earlier-climate-change/

What Part of Reality Are You Missing? Augmenting Smart Packaging

What are customers looking for in wine packaging that most wineries are ignoring or missing at this point?

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/09/30/what-part-of-reality-are-you-missing

The Price of State Control for Wine

How prices compared in Pennsylvania – a state where all alcohol is sold via state-owned stores – with the rest of the country.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/10/the-price-of-state-control-for-wine

Wine labels on the brain

A recent study rooted in neuromarketing shows that designers and consumers may have different ideas about ‘good’ design

https://packagingeurope.com/wine-labels-on-the-brain/

Is Beer Gluten-Free?

This article examines the gluten content of beer and how much gluten is in several main types, as well as whether any are safe for individuals with celiac disease.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/does-beer-have-gluten

ARE FARMHOUSE ALES ACTUALLY MADE ON FARMS?

Not anymore, but they used to be.

Farmhouse ales used to exist out of necessity. For centuries, drinking beer was safer than drinking water. European farmers needed a beverage that was low enough in alcohol so they could still accomplish their daily tasks, while also gaining a bit of sustenance; thus, the farmhouse ale was born. These beers are traditionally made with ingredients found on the farm and can be a bit funky and smell like straw or hay. Farmers would usually brew these beers in the winter and then drink them through the entire growing season up until the point of harvest.

Farmhouse ales were all but dead until the craft beer industry revived them. You’ll most often see them on brewers tap lists around harvest time. It’s unlikely now that your average farmhouse ale was actually made on a farm, but that doesn’t make it any less delicious.

New Jack

Jack Daniel’s is introducing Tennessee Apple, a blend of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and apple liqueur. Launched this month, Tennessee Apple is at 35% abv and is in national distribution in 50-ml., 375-ml., 750-ml., and 1-liter bottles, retailing for $27 a 750-ml. It joins Tennessee Honey and Tennessee Fire in the Jack Daniel’s flavor portfolio. Tennessee Honey and Fire combined for over 1.1 million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

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Hershey’s and Yuengling make chocolate beer

The 4.5% ABV brew will be available on draft only

https://nypost.com/2019/10/02/hersheys-and-yuengling-make-chocolate-beer-where-to-find-it/

It’s Impossible to Define ‘Sessionable’ in Craft Beer

Definitions of “session beer” abound on the Internet, from stories of sustaining World War I shell factory workers, to low-proof beers that pair well with weed.

https://vinepair.com/articles/craft-beer-session-definition/

A beginners’ guide to pairing beer and food

Why not pair these fancy dishes with beer?

https://theknow.denverpost.com/2019/10/02/beginners-guide-pairing-beer-food-gabf/225227/

US to impose 25% tariff on single malt Scotch and MORE!

The US government revealed its intentions to impose a 25% import tariff on EU goods, including single malt Scotch whisky, single malt Irish whiskey, liqueurs, cordials and wine on 18 October 2019.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/10/us-slaps-25-tariff-on-scotch-whisky/

Trump’s proposed cheese and wine tariffs rile Europeans

https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/europe-decries-proposed-us-tariffs-on-french-wine-italian-cheese-and-other-products/2019/10/03/2dab6dd9-89fb-403c-8f1d-77edd5cd29db_story.html

Do new U.S. wine tariffs mean the end of most $10 European wine?

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/do-new-us-wine-tariffs-mean-the-end-of-most-10-european-wine/

Final Product List

https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/enforcement/301Investigations/EU_Large_Civil_Aircraft_Final_Product_List.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1oWcK_JnQOCHUrPKVz3mQ6p9ce-RJwJHMq2smLcKgpsdlVtcD13lqbf7c

MASTER OF SCOTCH’ COURSE LAUNCHED

Claiming to be the first set of “specialized and rigorous” qualifications dedicated to Scotch

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/10/master-of-scotch-course-launched/

THE WINE AMBASSADORS ACADEMY – A NEW INITIATIVE IN EDUCATION

No stuffy classrooms and boring lectures, this is about interactive, business-orientated sessions given by MWs, MSs and wine experts at the top of their game, whose objective is to help you learn the most about a specific region or wine in a dynamic environment.

https://wineambassadorsacademy.com

Bartenders Are Giving Portugal’s Historic Rainwater Madeira a 21st-Century Reboot

Rainwater Madeira is usually made with Tinta Negra Mole grapes, and is fresh-tasting and medium dry.

https://vinepair.com/articles/rainwater-madeira-best-cocktails/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=dd19b22f1b-OCT_3_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-dd19b22f1b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-dd19b22f1b-38937345&mc_cid=dd19b22f1b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

For beer or sparkling wine, stop trying to pour away the foam

Foam acts as a slow-release valve for a beer’s delicate aromas. Not to mention the other excellent thing about foam: its texture.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/For-beer-or-sparkling-wine-stop-trying-to-pour-14486597.php

Which Wines Have the Least Sugar?

Love a glass of wine, but monitoring your sugar intake? Get ready to say “cheers” to these options!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/packages/ultimate-wine-guide/wine-least-sugar

Measuring Wine’s Apathy Problem

Wine has an apathy problem in restaurants. Only 31 percent of diners order wine first when they sit down for a meal, while the rest choose beer or spirits to get things rolling

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=220477

Priorat Reds Raise the Question: Style or Identity?

From its modern inception, Priorat has generally been a burly wine, rich and alcoholic, as garnacha and cariñena, also known by their French names grenache and carignan, can often be. Yet over the last 20 years it has rarely stayed the same.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/03/dining/drinks/wine-review-priorat-reds.html

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione: Exploring The Controversial Category

Back in 2014, when the new category of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione was launched, the response was…complicated.

https://napavalleywineacademy.com/chianti-classico-gran-selezione-exploring-the-controversial-category/

How Meditation Can Make Your Champagne Taste Better

Meditation techniques for your next wine tasting

https://www.winemag.com/2019/10/03/meditation-make-champagne-taste-better/

Boldly going where no palate has gone before: A Star Trek wine tasting

The inaugural collection of Star Trek wines includes a 2016 Chateau Picard Cru Bourgeois Bordeaux and a 2017 Special Reserve United Federation of Planets Old Vine Zinfandel.

https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2019/10/boldly-going-where-no-palette-has-gone-before-a-star-trek-wine-tasting/

5 Vineyard Experiences That Go Beyond Your Typical Tasting

In this age of experiential and photo-op-driven journeying, more and more travelers are looking to find the unexpected in their winery and wine region visits; many are not necessarily all about the grapes.

https://www.vogue.com/article/vineyard-experiences-that-go-beyond-your-typical-tasting

TOP 100 BEST BUYS OF 2019

Wine Enthusiast Top 100

We Have Many In Stock!

https://www.winemag.com/toplists/top-100-best-buys-2019/

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Liquor Industry News 10-07-19

October 7, 2019

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/budweiser-to-scrap-plastic-packaging-on-beer/

Liquor Industry News

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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10-07-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Is Wine Really Healthier Than Beer?

Unraveling the Secrets of Cognac

A Surprising Connection Between Prohibition and the Early Bird Special

BUDWEISER TO SCRAP PLASTIC PACKAGING ON BEER

The UK arm of brewing giant AB InBev has announced plans to scrap plastic rings from its entire range

The Six Cocktails You Need to Know to Understand All Cocktails Ever

They are the Old Fashioned, Martini, Daiquiri, Sidecar, Whiskey Highball, and Flip.

https://vinepair.com/articles/6-important-cocktails-recipe-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=71a1ec08cc-SEPT_23_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-71a1ec08cc-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-71a1ec08cc-38937345&mc_cid=71a1ec08cc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Oregon Wine Continues Its Ascent, Driven By Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir remains Oregon’s calling card. The varietal made up nearly 60% of the state’s production last year. Longtime Oregon player King Estate sold its Acrobat label to Foley Family Wines last year, but recently reloaded with a new Willamette Valley Pinot Noir brand called Inscription, producing 10,000 cases for the first year. The King Estate brand itself was at about 111,000 cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

Wine & Milk in Decline Due to Changing Science

In much the same way as milk and red meat lost demand with the consumer, wine is losing today in the popular narrative because of negative studies that often start with an agenda to reduce consumption.

http://svbwine.blogspot.com/2019/09/wine-milk-in-decline-due-to-changing.html?m=0

Key terms to help you find the bottle of your dreams

Here are common wine tasting terms to describe the flavors and textures of wine, with brief explanations that can help you interpret tasting notes or those wine-geek conversations at dinner parties.

https://www.dailyrepublic.com/all-dr-news/wires/features/food/wine-101-key-terms-to-help-you-find-the-bottle-of-your-dreams/

App boosts bottle smarts for drinkers, makers alike

Through QR code and imaging recognition technology, they can also tell you the wine’s profile, tasting notes, awards and accolades, how it’s drinking and what to pair it with.

https://www.union-bulletin.com/news/business/app-boosts-bottle-smarts-for-drinkers-makers-alike/article_6fbe1d00-dcba-11e9-9e81-af6dc4aaa13b.html

HANGOVERS ARE AN ‘ILLNESS’ SAYS GERMAN COURT

“By an illness, one should understand even small or temporary disruptions to the normal state or normal activity of the body.”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/hangovers-are-an-illness-says-german-court/

New Prisoner

The Prisoner Wine Co., part of the Constellation portfolio, has introduced its first Pinot Noir. Retailing at $55 a 750-ml., the new bottling is called Eternally Silenced and is debuting with 11,000 cases for the inaugural vintage. Rolling out nationally, Eternally Silenced is 95% Pinot Noir and 5% Syrah/Viognier, sourced 25% from Santa Barbara, 25% from Sonoma Coast, 20% from Napa Valley, 20% from Edna Valley, and 10% from Monterey. The Prisoner was up 14% to 200,000 cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

New Bud

Anheuser-Busch InBev has partnered with Jim Beam to debut Budweiser Reserve Black Lager. The second collaborative effort between the two companies—following Budweiser Reserve Copper Lager—the new entry is at 7.1% abv and is aged on six-year Jim Beam Bourbon barrel staves. Budweiser Reserve Black Lager will be available from October through December in stubby glass bottles, as well as in a 22-ounce bomber bottle gift box. Budweiser ranked fourth among all beer brands in the U.S. last year at 12.2 million barrels, down 6%, according to Impact Databank.

The Portland Trail Blazers Just Got Their Own Wine to Celebrate 50 Years of Basketball

Fans can now officially buy Portland Trail Blazers Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a29192122/portland-trail-blazers-wine-50-anniversary/

VINAER WINE AERATOR-Newly Designed for Wine Drinkers

With the Vinaer, the true flavors of the wine are brought out and the finish is improved. The Vinaer enables the wine to be experienced as the winemaker intended it to be.

https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwfood-wine/article/VINAER-WINE-AERATOR-Newly-Designed-for-Wine-Drinkers-20190923

Meet the Italian ‘drunk cheese’ that’s soaked in wine

A heavenly hybrid, drunk cheese, whatever you call ubriaco, the wine-soaked (yes, wine-soaked) cheese hailing from northern Italy’s Veneto region

https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2019/09/24/meet-italian-drunk-cheese-thats-soaked-wine

This interactive machine makes art out of wine

Spilled wine may be a hassle to clean up, but you might also observe that it makes interesting patterns.

https://blog.arduino.cc/2019/09/23/this-interactive-machine-makes-art-out-of-wine/

Why organic wine could be better for you

We’ve all heard of organic wine, but what does it really mean? And how is it different to natural wine? And does it have health benefits that conventional wine doesn’t have?

https://www.bhg.com.au/is-organic-wine-better-for-you

Blue Moon Light Sky, Coors Peak among MillerCoors efforts to transform portfolio

MillerCoors plans to launch four new beers in 2020 as part of a continued effort to reach a rapidly transforming base of drinkers migrating toward more-flavorful, better-for-you options.

https://www.millercoorsblog.com/blue-moon-light-sky-coors-peak-among-millercoors-efforts-transform-portfolio

Baileys launches alcohol-free RTD cans

The new Baileys Cold Brew cans come in Irish Cream and Salted Caramel flavours, with further line extensions due to launch in 2020.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/baileys-launches-alcohol-free-rtds/

Does Alcohol Expire? The Lowdown on Liquor, Beer, and Wine

This article explains tells you all you need to know about alcohol expiration, exploring various drinks and their safety.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/does-alcohol-expire

Did Humans Once Live by Beer Alone?

The proponents of the beer-before-bread idea noted that the earliest grains might have actually been more suitable for brewing than for baking.

https://daily.jstor.org/did-humans-once-live-by-beer-alone-an-oktoberfest-tale/

How White Wine is Made

In reality, the process takes twists and turns at each stage, even though grape juice and yeast are the only necessary ingredients.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/24/how-white-wine-is-made/

12 Nights Of Wine Advent Calendar

The wine delivery service launched its 12 Nights of Wine box four years ago, calling it the world’s first-ever wine advent calendar.

https://www.delish.com/entertaining/wine/a29210024/vinebox-12-nights-of-wine-advent-calendar-2019/

The Only Wine and Cheese Pairing Cheat Sheet You Need

Here’s an expert guide to pairing wine and cheese like a pro.

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/recipe-collections-favorites/popular-ingredients/wine-cheese-pairing

Bartles & Jaymes Disappeared After the ’80s. Now, It’s Making Wine Coolers…Cool Again.

The king of wine coolers is back with new cans and new flavors.

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a29189567/bartles-and-jaymes-wine-coolers-return/

The mysterious and not fully understandable wine defect popping up in natural wines: mouse

You can’t smell it. At first, you can’t taste it. But once you do, you’ll wish you’d never opened the bottle.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/There-s-a-mouse-in-your-wine-14465005.php?psid=ozPg8

Following The Cocktail Trend, Salted Beer Is Happening

Now, it seems, that salt is making a return into the beer sector as well.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilycappiello/2019/09/25/following-the-cocktail-trend-salted-beer-is-happening/#21545cd820f9

Walking Dead Bourbon

In October, Diageo will release The Walking Dead Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a limited edition celebrating the Robert Kirkman comic book series. The 47% abv whiskey is bottled under the new Spirits of the Apocalypse brand, a partnership between Diageo and Skybound Entertainment, the company behind the Walking Dead comics.

The whiskey’s bottle features numerous references to the series, including the signature of protagonist Rick Grimes, and the symbols of four factions trying to survive the zombie apocalypse. This first release in the Spirits of the Apocalypse series will be available across the U.S. for a limited time for a suggested price of $35 a 750-ml. According to USA Today, only 30,000 cases will be produced.

The move represents another entertainment tie-in for Diageo, which has had success with its Game of Thrones-themed Scotch whiskies. Johnnie Walker White Walker, for example, sold nearly 80,000 cases in the U.S. in only a partial year on the market in 2018, earning Impact “Hot Prospect” honors.

Should White Wines Ever Be Decanted?

Most consumers shy away from decanting white wines

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/25/should-white-wines-ever-be-decanted/

Guide to Beer and Wine

Use this guide to beer and wine at home, on vacation, or during your next event, and remember to drink responsibly!

https://www.sunrvresorts.com/blog/beer-wine-guide/

The best iPhone apps for wine lovers

Discover new flavors, read about a wine’s history, or find the closest place to buy a bottle; these are the best iPhone apps for wine lovers.

https://www.idownloadblog.com/2019/09/25/best-iphone-apps-for-wine-lovers/

Maison Louis Jadot’s First Oregon Venture Resonates in Carlton

Sometimes a place just hits the right cord. For Maison Louis Jadot, that place is Résonance in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA.

IN STOCK

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=220083

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KOSHU FROM JAPAN

The Koshu grape that’s become the primary focus for Japanese vignerons looking to stand out in the market at home and abroad.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/everything-you-need-to-know-about-koshu-from-japan/

Six Ways to Get More Out of Your Vodka

Here’s everything you need to know about how to get the most enjoyment out of this beloved spirit

https://vinepair.com/articles/six-ways-to-get-more-out-of-your-vodka/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c6275bdde-SEPT_27_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&mc_cid=7c6275bdde&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Seven of the Best Whiskeys for Irish Coffee, Ranked

Rather than mess with this tried and tested recipe, we wanted to explore which of Ireland’s whiskeys works best in this mix.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-whiskey-for-irish-coffee/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c6275bdde-SEPT_27_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&mc_cid=7c6275bdde&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Hard Seltzer Advent Calendars Are Here for a Truly Festive Christmas

Its promises to be a White Claw Christmas.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/hard-seltzer-advent-calendar/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c6275bdde-SEPT_27_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&mc_cid=7c6275bdde&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A Surprising Connection Between Prohibition and the Early Bird Special

In a way, Prohibition and the early bird special set the stage for the wholesome lifestyles teetotalers had hoped for — affordable family meals and a safe return home before dark.

https://vinepair.com/articles/early-bird-prohibition-drinks-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c6275bdde-SEPT_27_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7c6275bdde-38937345&mc_cid=7c6275bdde&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Knob Creek

Beam Suntory has launched Knob Creek Quarter Oak, the latest limited time offering for the brand. The 50% abv whiskey was blended from standard Knob Creek and a variant that matured for a minimum of four years in quarter cask American oak barrels before bottling. According to the company, the whiskey from the quarter casks adds deeper and richer oak notes compared to the standard bottling. Knob Creek Quarter Oak is now available across the U.S. for a suggested price of $50 a bottle.

New Guinness

Guinness has added a new stout to its portfolio, straight from the brand’s Open Gate Brewery in Maryland. Guinness Over the Moon Milk Stout is a 5.3% abv beer brewed with roasted barley and lactose for a rich, slightly bitter-sweet brew, according to owner Diageo Beer Co. The beer, a permanent addition to the family, is now available in Boston, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia in 6-packs of 12-ounce cans for around $11. Beginning in November, it will be available nationwide for a limited time.

POLICE DISMANTLE GRAPE HARVEST HUMAN TRAFFICKING RING

Police in France and Bulgaria, supported by agencies Europol and Eurojust, have busted a human trafficking ring centring around workers used to harvest grapes in France.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/police-dismantle-grape-harvest-human-trafficking-ring/

Putting canned wine in perspective

No, canned wine is not the end of the universe. So why do we keep hearing that it is?

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/putting-canned-wine-in-perspective/

These products make wine drinking more fun

The world of wine product creators has taken a more humorous approach to some of its latest offerings

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/fun-wine-gifts-and-accessories/

PureWine Wants to Take the Hangover Out of Wine Drinking

The product has proved life-changing for customers who can once again enjoy both the experience and health benefits of wine

https://www.americaninno.com/austin/inno-news/purewine-wants-to-take-the-hangover-out-of-wine-drinking/

Unraveling the Secrets of Cognac

Cognac generally does not have an age stated on the bottle

https://vinous.com/articles/unraveling-the-secrets-of-cognac-sep-2019

AVA Map Explorer

Use the American Viticultural Area (AVA) Map Explorer to view the boundaries of all established and proposed AVAs.

https://www.ttb.gov/wine/ava-map-explorer?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=db277f4c53-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_27_06_53&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-db277f4c53-64683881

Is Wine Really Healthier Than Beer?

Beer may have gotten a bad rap

https://time.com/5688130/wine-beer-health/

Sumac, Wine and Lemon Skillet Chicken

The wine-infused, garlicky pan sauce is made to drizzle over the crisped-up chicken skin

https://www.winemag.com/recipe/sumac-wine-lemon-skillet-chicken/

Should you sip or slurp your wine?

When sipping wine, you do so in a slow, deliberate manner.

https://www.telegram.com/entertainmentlife/20190929/off-vine-should-you-sip-or-slurp-your-wine

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Liquor Industry News 09-30-19

September 30, 2019

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/macallan-partners-with-pantone-for-new-release/

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Bacardi turns used plastic straws into vinyl records

Which NFL Stadium Has the Biggest Beer and Wine Selection?

Basketball star Michael Jordan launches Tequila

MACALLAN PARTNERS WITH PANTONE FOR NEW RELEASE

The Macallan said in a release that it saw parallels between making whisky and blending colours to create new shades and as purple is one of the most complex colours of the rainbow, it was felt to be a suitable choice to represent this particular malt.

MAIL ORDER WINE EDUCATION SERVICE LAUNCHED

Subscribers to The Wine List receive two bottles of wine and study guides through their door each month with the aim of helping them to better navigate a wine list or supermarket aisle by getting to grips with their wine preferences.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/mail-order-wine-education-service-launched/

Top spirits for TV and film fans

Whether it’s imbibers drinking like their favourite film stars, distillers immersing themselves in pop culture, there’s no denying the worlds of spirits and cinema have become intertwined.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/top-spirits-for-tv-and-film-fans/

You’ve Heard of Biodynamic Wine. Now, Try Biodynamic Chocolate.

Óbolo Chocolate sources biodynamic berries from a Patagonian farm to use in its craft chocolate bars.

https://vinepair.com/articles/biodynamic-wine-chocolate/

The Calories, Carbs, and Alcohol in America’s Best-Selling Hard Seltzers

While no alcoholic beverage is “healthy,” most of these brands celebrate their low calories and carbs

https://vinepair.com/articles/calories-carbs-alcohol-best-selling-hard-seltzers/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=54de5b0383-SEPT_17_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-54de5b0383-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-54de5b0383-38937345&mc_cid=54de5b0383&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Unified Theory Of Cooking With Beer has just 1 simple rule

If the beer is brown or amber in color, not too hoppy, and tasty enough for you to drink, you can cook with it.

https://thetakeout.com/unified-theory-of-cooking-with-beer-rule-guide-1838149318

Basketball star Michael Jordan launches Tequila

Jordan partnered with Jeanie Buss of the Los Angeles Lakers, Wes Edens of the Milwaukee Bucks, and Emilia Fazzalari and Wyc Grousbeck of the Boston Celtics to develop the new brand.

IN STOCK!

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/basketball-star-michael-jordan-launches-tequila/

New Patron

Patrón Tequila has introduced its oldest release to date: Extra Añejo 10 Años. The 10-year-old spirit was aged in a mix of American oak and American/Limousin oak barrels and is bottled at 40% abv. The release is packaged in a hand-blown glass bottle modeled after the original Patrón bottle. Patrón Extra Añejo 10 Años is rolling out now across the U.S. for a limited time at a suggested price of $350 a 750-ml. Last year, Bacardi-owned Patrón was up 3% to 2.4 million cases in the U.S., according Impact Databank.

The Best Coffee Table Books for Wine Lovers

A bottle of wine makes a great gift, but a book about wine may end up lasting a bit longer.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/nicoletrilivas/2019/09/16/the-best-coffee-table-books-for-wine-lovers/#585015b456fb

Dallas Cowboys team up with Josh Cellars for a new signature wine

Cowboys Special Edition Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, now available at AT&T Stadium and throughout Texas and Oklahoma.

https://www.dallasnews.com/food/drinks/2019/09/16/dallas-cowboys-team-up-with-josh-cellars-for-a-new-signature-wine/

The Best Wine Advent Calendars You Can Get in the U.S.

There are Advent calendar options featuring beer, gin, other spirits, and wine.

http://www.eatingwell.com/syndication/the-best-wine-advent-calendars-you-can-get-in-the-us/

Wine No Longer Mixes With Cocktails

Wine brands are low down the list of priorities for major drinks companies and must compete for resources with more prized liquor brands

https://www.wsj.com/articles/wine-no-longer-mixes-with-cocktails-11568367181

Barrel Toasting with Infrared Heat

“What is the difference between an infrared toast and toasting over a fire?

http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/cooperages-1912.html?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=e637a0b9a9-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_17_09_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-e637a0b9a9-64683881#whatsnew

What Are the Worst Trends in Wine Right Now?

VinePair polled leading wine pros from around the country and asked for their take on the worst trends in wine right now.

https://vinepair.com/articles/sommeliers-worst-wine-trends-2019/

Organic sparkling wine DO move sparks new Cava rift

Corpinnat and Classic Penedès producers in Catalonia have joined forces in a bid to create the world’s first certified organic sparkling wine Denominación de Origen (DO-PDO).

https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/25910/Organic_sparkling_wine_DO_move_sparks_new_Cava_rift.html

IS DARK RUM THE SAME THING AS AGED RUM?

Not exactly. An aged rum is always a dark rum, but not all dark rums are aged rums. (Rum is a very confusing spirit because labeling regulations are not as strict as with other spirits.)

Barrel aging is what usually gives brown spirits such as rum or whiskey their warm, toasty colors. In the case of rum, however, distillers can use an array of different aging times — a clear spirit takes on the color of a charred barrel very quickly, even if the flavors take longer to develop — or skip the barrel entirely and use caramel coloring on their spirits. The result would be dark but not aged.

So if you’re in the market for an aged rum, don’t rely on it being dark alone. Look for a numerical age statement printed on the bottle.

Meet the Wines of Southwest France

Once overshadowed by its neighbor, Bordeaux, Southwest France is seeing a surge in popularity, thanks to its standout wines made from the 300 grape varieties grown in the region.

https://vinepair.com/articles/meet-the-wines-of-southwest-france-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2b706f52e9-SEPT_18_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2b706f52e9-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-2b706f52e9-38937345&mc_cid=2b706f52e9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Top 10 U.S. Wine Distributors

New Barefoot

Barefoot is extending its range with a new trio of Fruit Moscatos. The three flavors—Apple, Peach, and Strawberry—double the Gallo brand’s Moscato lineup, which includes Original, Pink, and Red expressions. All three flavors are available in 750-ml. bottles and are available nationwide. Barefoot, the U.S. market’s second-largest brand in volume terms, has averaged annual growth of 13.3% over the past decade, reaching 18.5 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

11 of the Best Celebrity Wines

From everyday rosés to dinner-party-worthy reds, here are 11 of our favorite celebrity wines, broken down by category.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/11-best-celebrity-wines-2019/

These Are the Wines That Pair Well With Everything, Says a Sommelier

The easiest way to pair wine with food is to think about the region that your food—or wine—comes from.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/beverages/these-are-the-wines-that-pair-well-with-everything-says-a-sommelier/ar-AAHu7T7

What to know about wine regulations

Terroir is the taste of the place that the wine originated, whether it is a small area or a relatively large region.

https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/life/columnists/2019/09/18/robert-russell-what-one-should-know-wine-regulations/2357589001/

Which NFL Stadium Has the Biggest Beer and Wine Selection?

Some recent analysis suggests the Seattle Seahawks may feature more drinks diversity than anyone else.

https://www.foodandwine.com/beer/nfl-stadium-beer-wine-menus-variety

The Best Wine for You Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Here’s your perfect pairing based on your zodiac sign.

https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/wine-for-your-zodiac-sign/

Bogle Vineyards Debuts New Video Series

For the first-time ever, consumers can now hear directly from those who have witnessed the apparition known as The Phantom.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=219790

Bacardi turns used plastic straws into vinyl records

Once enough straws have been collected, the records will be pressed and will be available to purchase

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/bacardi-turns-used-plastic-straws-into-vinyl-records/

Essential Books for Wine Enthusiasts

The confounding joy of wine is the fact that you will never fully master everything there is to know about the topic, but you can sure try—particularly with a few essential books in your library

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2019/09/21/wine-101-essential-books-for-wine-enthusiasts/#6c0c26464091

How Climate Change Is Helping British Bubbly to Rival Champagne

While the English certainly know how to drink bubbly, I was shocked that they also know how to make it.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/how-climate-change-is-helping-british-bubbly-to-rival-champagne

Rosé Shouldn’t Go Away with Summer: 5 Reasons to Sip Rosé Wine This Fall

It’s just as good for sweater weather as it is for swimsuit season.

https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/207901/rose-fall-wine/

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Liquor Industry News 09-23-19

September 23, 2019

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Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

09-23-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How to decode a wine label like a pro

The 25 Most Important IPAs Right Now, Ranked

12 CELEBRITIES WITH THEIR OWN TEQUILA BRANDS

A Law Used Against Mobsters May Prevent Cannabis From Hurting Wine

Cannabis crops compete with vineyards for water and they tend to increase the value of land. In addition, some believe cannabis crops have the potential to contaminate grape crops; a recent court case took up that issue, but with a twist.

That Wine Simile That Everyone Uses

Fine wine is a vague term, that can change meaning depending on who you’re talking to.

https://www.thechoppingblock.com/blog/that-wine-simile-that-everyone-uses

Pumpkin beer in August. Summer Ale in March. Do brewers know what season it is?

You’re just as likely to see Christmas ales pop up before Thanksgiving. Seasonal Irish reds may show up in the depths of winter

https://www.newyorkupstate.com/drinks/2019/09/pumpkin-beer-in-august-summer-ale-in-march-do-brewers-know-what-season-it-is.html

The hard seltzer gamble

The summer is over, but beer companies are banking the hard seltzer trend is here to stay.

https://www.axios.com/hard-seltzer-summer-540ea3c3-3edd-40e3-bfe8-bb15c05060d1.html

Red Blends Are More Popular Than Ever With U.S. Wine Drinkers

Cabernet Sauvignon is the undisputed top-selling red wine varietal in the United States, but the second-most-popular choice is far less specific.

That would be red blends, now sitting at No. 2

https://fortune.com/2019/09/07/red-wine-blends-us-wine-sales/

Massachusetts wine sales post mixed results

It appears that wine sales in Massachusetts will probably end the year as a mixed bag, with solid sales growth for some sectors and little to none for others

https://www.telegram.com/entertainmentlife/20190908/off-vine-massachusetts–wine-sales-post-mixed-results

12 CELEBRITIES WITH THEIR OWN TEQUILA BRANDS

Multiple celebrity-backed tequilas are gold medal winners. For many stars-turned-distillers, this is clearly something more than a vanity project.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/12-celebrities-with-their-own-tequila-brands/

Jose Cuervo creates Day of the Dead designs

Consumers can purchase the Dia de Muertos Jose Cuervo Silver and Reposado bottles from across the US ahead of the annual celebration, which will take place on 2 November.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/jose-cuervo-creates-day-of-the-dead-designs/

Dewar’s Unveils Caribbean Smooth, The First In A Series Of New Cask-Finished Expressions

Dewar’s Scotch whisky is launching Dewar’s Caribbean Smooth, an 8-year-old, double-aged Scotch finished in Caribbean rum casks. The new release, which carries a retail price of $22, combines up to 40 single malt and grain whiskies aged at least eight years and finished in ex-Caribbean rum casks for around six months. The casks were filled at the Dewar’s aging warehouses in Glasgow.

The Dewar’s plan is for Caribbean Smooth to be the first in a series of cask finishes at this entry-level pricing tier. “Cask finishes have hitherto mainly been confined to single malts or above-$30 blends,” says Brian Cox, vice president, Dewar’s Scotch whisky, North America. “With this series, we intend to bring these flavor profiles to a broader market. We see this as significant, as in the longer term it’s important to feed the entry level in order to have a premiumization ladder.”

Caribbean Smooth follows the Dewar’s “double-aging” process, whereby single grain and single malt whiskies, all matured at least eight years, are blended together and returned to oak casks for about six months. In the case of Caribbean Smooth, the blend is then finished in Caribbean rum casks.

What Are Sulfites in Wine? Everything You Need to Know

This article looks at the uses and side effects of sulfites in wine, plus some easy ways to limit your sulfite intake.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/sulfites-in-wine

You can now enjoy a cup of tea and glass of wine in one drink

Its currently only available in Australian alcohol chain Dan Murphy’s.

https://news.yahoo.com/wine-tea-one-drink-132710149.html

Is wine by the glass a rip-off?

Like most things in life, the answer to whether wine by the glass is a rip-off is pretty much: Well, that depends.

https://thetakeout.com/is-wine-by-the-glass-a-rip-off-1837986444

What’s Amphora Wine?

To geek out just for a second, amphora is something of a misnomer.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-amphora-wine/

How much does a wine’s vintage really matter?

Since the weather changes from year to year or even day to day, it makes perfect sense to me that no two vintages ever taste exactly the same.

https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2019/09/wine-press-how-much-does-a-wines-vintage-really-matter.html

Hot temperatures “damage” Spanish wine production

August 2019 was the fifth consecutive August with above average temperatures. Although rainfall during the month matched the yearly average of 23 liters a square meter, this rain didn’t fall evenly, but in damaging heavy storms, meaning some areas received the yearly average in as little as a single hour.

http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2019-09/10/c_138378983.htm

5 Tips for Cooking with Wine

Here are five suggestions for cooking with wine:

https://www.wtso.com/blog/5-tips-for-cooking-with-wine/

Is There Actually Any Pumpkin in Pumpkin Beer?

The spice flavors are what drinkers associate with pumpkin beer, not the flavor of actual pumpkin.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ask-adam-whats-in-pumpkin-beer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0305b313a6-SEPT_11_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0305b313a6-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-0305b313a6-38937345&mc_cid=0305b313a6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

It’s official: pink beer is a thing

Rosé beer has officially become a thing

https://www.marinij.com/2019/09/10/its-official-pink-beer-is-a-thing/

Can Marijuana Odor Taint Wine Grapes?

Instead of “smoke taint,” call it “smoking taint.”

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/wine-grapes-marijuana-odor-lawsuit-oregon

Everything You Need To Know About ‘Smashable’ Reds, A Wine Category That Breaks All The Rules

Compared to the typical red, smashables are lighter in body but full in flavor

https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/09/8360303/smashable-red-wine-australia

Welcome fall with pears baked in wine

Choose Anjou, Bartlett, Bosc or other not too ripe but not too mushy pears

https://www.bostonherald.com/2019/09/11/welcome-fall-with-pears-baked-in-wine/

How the Hell is White Claw Hard Seltzer Outselling Budweiser?

This is no joke. Millennials are drinking staggering amounts of hard seltzer instead of beer.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/how-the-hell-is-white-claw-hard-seltzer-outselling-budweiser

If You Don’t Like Our Wine Vocabulary, Suggest an Alternative

Finding a way to communicate about the flavors, aromas, and textures of a wine became essential to the health of the wine community.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2019/09/11/if-dont-like-our-wine-vocabulary-suggest-an-alternative/

Should Tasting Fees Be Waived with Purchase?

Before you decide whether you wish to waive the tasting fee for any guest who buys, you might want to do a cost analysis to discover how much a tasting actually costs.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/09/11/should-tasting-fees-be-waived-with-purchase?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=8291ad4e79-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_11_09_57&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-8291ad4e79-64683881

Wine Scores Are The Worst Marketing Technique – So Stop It!

Receiving a 100 point score was a game changer for wineries and instantly catapulted them from obscurity to fame and success. But, is that still the case today?

https://www.hwy29creative.com/blog/wine-scores-are-the-worst-marketing-technique-so-stop-it?utm_source=wine_industry_advisor&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=wine_scores&utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=8291ad4e79-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_11_09_57&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-8291ad4e79-64683881

Get Ready For Cancer Warnings on Wine Labels

Is the wine industry doing anything to combat this attack?

http://svbwine.blogspot.com/2019/09/get-ready-for-cancer-warnings-on-wine.html

Why Mexican Wine Is No Longer a Restaurant Novelty

Mexican winemaking is not new. It’s been practiced since Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés was said to have brought the Mission grape (now known to be Listán Prieto) to the Americas in the 16th century.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/11/mexican-wine-restaurants/

Maker’s Mark releases 2019 Wood Finishing Bourbon

The new expression joins permanent bottlings Maker’s Mark 46 and Maker’s Mark Private Select in the collection, with additional limited edition Bourbons to be released in the coming years.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/makers-mark-releases-2019-wood-finishing-bourbon/

OFFICIAL DOWNTON ABBEY COCKTAIL BOOK LAUNCHED

Among the recipes are classic cocktails from the 1920s, including The Clover Club and Mint Julep, alongside libations inspired by characters in the show, such as the Downton Heir, Turkish Attaché, The Valet and The Chauffeur.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/official-downton-abbey-cocktail-book-launched/

How Many Glasses in a Bottle and Other Wine Facts

What’s Inside a Bottle of Wine

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/how-many-glasses-bottle-wine/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Turn Your Old Corks Into Cash! (The Bottles, Too)

How To Sell On Ebay

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/turn-your-old-corks-into-cash-the-bottles-too/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=38fcab8e77-SEPT_12_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-38fcab8e77-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-38fcab8e77-38937345&mc_cid=38fcab8e77&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

12 Of The Most Impressive Wineries In The World

These are impressive facilities that have the sole purpose of connoting the gravitas of the wine within.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/12-impressive-wineries-world/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=38fcab8e77-SEPT_12_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-38fcab8e77-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-38fcab8e77-38937345&mc_cid=38fcab8e77&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Hard Cold Brew

MillerCoors is rolling out La Colombe Hard Cold Brew Coffee, a new offering created with La Colombe Coffee Roasters. Initially launching in Massachusetts, Florida, and Colorado, the newcomer is at 4.2% abv and is made from medium-roasted Colombian and Brazilian cold brew coffee, alcohol, cane sugar, and natural flavor. It’s debuting with two flavors, Black and Vanilla, and sells in 4-packs of 9-ounce cans and single-serve 9-ounce cans.

What ingredients are really in wine?

Wineries make it difficult to know every ingredient used in their wines

https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/grateful/2019/09/11/wine-ingredients-labels-explained/1684913001/

How to Pair Wine with Pears

The many types of pears can be quite different, but most share certain qualities and complementary flavors that make wine pear-ing a breeze.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/11/how-to-pair-wine-with-pears/

Rodney Strong Wine Estates Announces Launch of Upshot White Blend

UPSHOT is defined as the final positive outcome of an action or series of events, in this case – the growing season and blending process

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/09/12/rodney-strong-wine-estates-announces-launch-upshot-white-blend?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=377b3ee02a-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_12_09_38&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-377b3ee02a-64683881

Pinotage, South Africa’s Very Own National Grape

Some loved it, many were less enthusiastic

https://www.capetownmagazine.com/wine-and-dine/why-we-love-pinotage-south-africas-very-own-national-grape/117_22_19479

SAKÉ-FLAVOURED KITKAT GOES ON SALE IN JAPAN

Since the year 2000 Nestlé has launched over 200 different KitKat flavours, including matcha tea, soy sauce, cherry blossom, edamame and umeshu.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/sake-flavoured-kitkat-goes-on-sale-in-japan/

The 25 Most Important IPAs Right Now, Ranked

This includes the ones everyone’s already talking about, plus those we should be — and will be — drinking more in the months to come.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-important-ipas-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=807a34b425-SEPT_13_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-807a34b425-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-807a34b425-38937345&mc_cid=807a34b425&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Six of the Best Vodka Mixers

Vodka is supposed to be flavorless, says the TTB, the government bureau that regulates alcohol.

https://vinepair.com/articles/6-best-vodka-mixers/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=807a34b425-SEPT_13_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-807a34b425-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-807a34b425-38937345&mc_cid=807a34b425&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

99 percent of Sonoma County Vineyards Certified Sustainable

The record-breaking percentage of vineyards certified sustainable was announced five years after 1,800 said they were committed to pursuing best management practices and having their properties certified sustainable by a third party.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=219514

Your Definitive Guide to NFL Wines and Winemakers

14 teams have official wines, while retired Hall-of-Famers are making their own plays on the grape field

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/your-definitive-guide-to-nfl-football-wines-and-winemakers

Here Are The Major Types Of Red Wine

Never get embarrassed in a wine store again!

https://www.delish.com/entertaining/wine/g29023291/red-wine-types/

Are Online Wine Courses Worth Your Time?

Our wine columnist found copious information just a click away—but the pedagogy wasn’t always A+

https://www.wsj.com/articles/are-online-wine-courses-worth-your-time-11568321079

Want to Join a Wine Club? Here’s What You Need to Know

You’ll learn about wines and make friends.

https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/articles/2019/9/12/want-to-join-a-wine-club-here-s-what-you-need-to-know

Tips to Follow When Choosing Good Quality Wine

Your experience of choosing wine based on your knowledge is magical.

https://www.wtso.com/blog/tips-to-follow-when-choosing-good-quality-wine/

Rethinking the Classic Oak Barrel for Wine

Many people know wine is often aged in oak barrels. But there are a number of different ways to ferment and age a wine, from clay amphorae to concrete eggs.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/12/oak-barrel-wine-aging-alternatives/

The Complete Guide to Phylloxera

Phylloxera is famous as the pest that destroyed vast areas of European vineyard in the 19th Century, almost wiping out some of the world’s greatest wine regions.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/09/the-complete-guide-to-phylloxera?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=dfb40ebdc1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_13_08_56&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-dfb40ebdc1-64683881

Notice of Emergency Regulation

The MA Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission has issued an emergency regulation, effective immediately, that amends 204 CMR 2.08, “Inducements,” to prohibit the receipt of inducements by any licensee.

https://www.mass.gov/news/notice-of-emergency-regulation

Key terms to help you find the bottle of your dreams

Here are common wine tasting terms with brief explanations that can help you interpret tasting notes or those wine-geek conversations at dinner parties.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/wine-101-key-terms-to-help-you-find-the-bottle-of-your-dreams/2019/09/13/ff842dea-d4c1-11e9-9610-fb56c5522e1c_story.html

In case you’ve ever wondered, these are the best wines to pair with tailgate foods

Dare we suggest wine as an alternative Sunday Funday drink of choice?

https://www.phillyvoice.com/pairing-wine-with-tailgate-foods-fall-football/

How to decode a wine label like a pro

Some tips on how to get the most important information off a wine bottle label,

https://www.theloop.ca/how-to-decode-a-wine-label-like-a-pro/

The World’s Best Value Pinot Noir

Value and Pinot Noir in the same sentence? Oh yes, indeed – let us show you how.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/09/the-worlds-best-value-pinot-noir

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Liquor Industry News 09-16-19

September 16, 2019

https://www.cleaneatingmag.com/clean-pantry/organic-wine-101

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

09-16-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Non-alcohol beer Coors Edge coming to U.S. in November

New study: We’ll happily pay a premium for wine when it comes to Drink Local

11 Things You Should Know About Pappy Van Winkle

Organic Wine 101

There is a significant difference between wines made with organic grapes and those that are USDA Organic Certified.

ONE THIRD OF DRINKERS DON’T KNOW YOU CAN CHILL RED WINE

Of those surveyed, more than a third (36%) said they believed it is ‘completely wrong’ to drink refrigerated red wine, while just 8% will pour a glass or two of red during the summer months – instead turning to white or rosé.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/one-third-of-drinkers-dont-know-you-can-chill-red-wine/

Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee, A New Coffee Liqueur Extension

Mast-Jägermeister US today unveils Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee, the company’s latest innovation, which is set to launch nationally in January. The liqueur is made with a base of Jägermeister blended with flavors of Arabica coffee and cacao. It targets the shot occasion, aiming to attract brand loyalists as well as coffee fans. The 33% abv release will retail in the U.S. at around $25 a 750-ml. and $33 a liter. Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee also will be available in the U.K., with select travel retail markets to follow.

“We wanted to recruit a new generation of drinkers, and knew we had to create a liqueur to be enjoyed across numerous occasions,” said Mast-Jägermeister US’s CMO Chris Peddy. Director of innovation Jack Carson called it a natural idea, as Jägermeister and coffee already are a common pairing among fans.

The new release will cap a period of innovation for the brand, with CEO Jeff Popkin pointing to recent releases Mini Meisters, Coolpack, and Manifest as areas of success. The Coolpacks have performed particularly well, especially in national retail accounts. “The take rate has been excellent,” says Popkin. “The 375-ml. business is doing very well.”

HEATWAVE SHRINKS CHAMPAGNE HARVEST BY ALMOST 20%

Although yields in the region are officially limited by the Comité Champagne, which governs all aspects of production in the appellation, this year’s vintage is being restricted by nature, not man.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/09/heatwave-shrinks-champagne-harvest-by-almost-20/

How AR Is Reinventing Drinks Marketing

Interactive augmented reality apps and multisensory experiences create new opportunities for engaging with consumers

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/how-ar-is-reinventing-drinks-marketing/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=76294436&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_a29ObbOFK4TqtRsCrE3kPZlVFDS6rBeynuZCBSRlVtD_XOSV2rRVujgKTQNazY3DOkwQ4glFHVZ1fWi56WskhQ4pKxsaY2rFfaWXiIN_jkVGnlcg&_hsmi=76349312

Coffee is more like wine than you think

A parallel can easily be drawn between the worlds of wine and coffee.

https://azbigmedia.com/lifestyle/restaurants/coffee-is-more-like-wine-than-you-think/

How much does temperature affect a wine’s taste?

Does the temperature really matter?

https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2019/09/wine-press-how-much-does-temperature-affect-a-wines-taste.html

Tandon Startup Developed Method for Pesticide-Free Weed, Wine and Tea

The protein breaks down the pesticides known as organophosphates, or OPs, found in the products

https://nyunews.com/news/2019/09/03/tandon-startup-detoxifies-weed-wine/

Apothic Wines Stuns Once Again With Launch Of Limited-Edition Sparkling Red

Apothic Sparkling Red is the boundary busting challenger to the sleepy world of sparkling white wine

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/apothic-wines-stuns-once-again-with-launch-of-limited-edition-sparkling-red-300910015.html

JAY Z’S CHAMPAGNE BRAND IS ABOUT TO RELEASE ITS ‘RAREST, MOST EXPENSIVE CUVÉE TO DATE’

Champagne Armand de Brignac is adding to its Blanc de Noirs Assemblage line with a new, expensive limited edition Champagne made from three separate vintages.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/jay-zs-champagne-brand-is-about-to-release-its-rarest-most-expensive-cuvee-to-date/

MTV star left blind in one eye after accident with champagne cork

MTV star Theo Campbell experienced the very real danger popping a bottle of champagne can pose firsthand this week when he says an unfortunate accident with a champagne cork left him unable to see in one eye.

https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/MTV-star-left-blind-in-one-eye-after-accident-14394416.php#photo-18173956

The untold story behind the Master Sommelier exam scandal

Attica wine director Jane Lopes proved her mastery as a sommelier, only to have the recognition stripped away.

https://www.goodfood.com.au/drinks/wine/the-untold-story-behind-the-master-sommeliers-exam-scandal-20190829-h1hj91?sfns=mo

Legal Wine Additives; the list

Materials Authorized for Treatment of Wine and Juice

https://thefeiringline.com/legal-wine-additives-the-list/

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New Wine

Terlato Wines has debuted a new luxury Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington State’s Red Mountain appellation, Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet. The wine is sourced from and named for the region’s Klipsun vineyard, which Terlato purchased in 2016. Only 1,000 6-packs of the inaugural 2016 vintage will be released, with each individually numbered bottle retailing for $150 a 750-ml. In the past, grapes from the Klipsun vineyard have sold to Col Solare and Quilceda Creek, among others.

Why Big Doesn’t Always Mean Bad

Companies don’t grow to that size by selling wine consumers find offensive. And they don’t stay in business by shipping products which get taken right back to the store. The wines are clean. If anything, they are clean to a fault.

http://www.fredswan.wine/2019/08/28/big-doesnt-always-mean-bad/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=3c897d3cfa-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_03_09_19&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-3c897d3cfa-64683881

Are organic grapes better for winemaking?

Here are the results from recent studies, which have focused on the consequences that alternative farming systems have on vine, grape and wine parameters.

https://blog.vintagereport.com/2019/01/21/organic-grapes-winemaking/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=3c897d3cfa-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_03_09_19&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-3c897d3cfa-64683881

The Right Knives to Use With Every Type of Cheese

Just as there are preferred knives for slicing bread, filleting fish, and dicing vegetables, certain cheese knives are designed for specific types of cheese.

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-right-knives-to-use-with-every-type-of-cheese-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6ed379676c-SEPT_4_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6ed379676c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-6ed379676c-38937345&mc_cid=6ed379676c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Nine of the World’s Most Beautiful Wine and Spirits Bottles

Some wine and spirit bottles are bona fide works of art.

https://vinepair.com/articles/9-best-wine-spirits-bottles/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6ed379676c-SEPT_4_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6ed379676c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-6ed379676c-38937345&mc_cid=6ed379676c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

11 Things You Should Know About Pappy Van Winkle

The whiskey is one of the hardest-to-find bottles out there, and it’s cherished worldwide as the ultimate example of quality.

https://vinepair.com/articles/11-things-should-know-pappy-van-winkle/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6ed379676c-SEPT_4_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6ed379676c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-6ed379676c-38937345&mc_cid=6ed379676c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Phylloxera Strikes Walla Walla Vineyards

Walla Walla Valley is unusually vulnerable to phylloxera because many growers there chose to plant grapevines on their own roots, rather than graft them onto phylloxera-resistant roots, as is common in most wine-producing regions.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/09/phylloxera-strikes-walla-walla-vineyards

Extended Rotating Warnings On Beverage Alcohol Labels? Perhaps

If certain groups have their way today, the U.S. beverage alcohol warning label may soon be graced with this adjunct message: “Government Warning: According to the Surgeon General, consumption of alcoholic beverages can cause cancer, including breast and colon cancers.”

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/09/03/extended-rotating-warnings-on-beverage-alcohol-labels-perhaps/#274d39bb4f3a

“Location-Aware” Wine Labels to Drive New Sales

Consumers are able to scan the labels of hundreds of wines, viewing that winery’s content which is stunningly displayed in augmented reality, right at the bottle face

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/location-aware-wine-labels-to-drive-new-sales-says-third-aurora-300911177.html

Perfect pours for cheering on the Pats

Doubleback — that will have your guests going gaga as the GOAT surgically strikes at the heart of the Steelers defense with precise play-calling and execution.

https://www.bostonherald.com/2019/09/04/perfect-pours-for-cheering-on-the-pats/

What’s the Right Temperature for Champagne? It Depends.

There’s more to it than pulling it out of the fridge and popping the cork.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/03/best-chamapgne-temperature/

Yes, Hangover-Free Wines Do Exist

Dry Farm Wines tests the wines they carry in a lab because wine does not have a contents label, and thus we consumers are blind to what is actually in our wine.

https://styleblueprint.com/everyday/hangover-free-wines-dry-farm-wines/

What is the difference between fortified and unfortified wine?

Fortified wine means any wine, of more than sixteen percent (16%) and no more than twenty-four percent (24%) alcohol by volume, made by fermentation from grapes, fruits, berries, rice, or honey; or by the addition of pure cane, beet, or dextrose sugar; or by the addition of pure brandy from the same type of grape, fruit, berry, rice, or honey that is contained in the base wine and produced in accordance with the regulations of the United States. Unfortified wine means any wine of sixteen percent (16%) or less alcohol by volume, made by fermentation from grapes, fruits, berries, rice, or honey; or by the addition of pure cane, beet, or dextrose sugar; or by the addition of pure brandy from the same type of grape, fruit, berry, rice, or honey that is contained in the base wine and produced in accordance with the regulations of the United States.

Understanding the Evolution of Cannabis Wine

Cannabis—stands on complicated legal ground, caught in the contradictory crosshairs of federal and state regulations, while on the brink of contributing to whole new categories of consumable products, including cannabis-infused wine.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/understanding-the-evolution-of-cannabis-wine/

Cava growers to take strike action

Grape growers in Catalonia have agreed to strike action in September, to protest a dramatic fall in prices for Cava grapes.

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/news/cava-growers-take-strike-action

New Bourbon

Larceny Bourbon has released an augmented reality smartphone app called Unlock the Rickhouse. Now through the end of the year, consumers can use the app to explore virtual rickhouses for a chance to win a $10,000 grand prize and other goodies. The concept was inspired by the brand’s historical mascot John E. Fitzgerald, a treasury agent who used his authority to help himself to the choicest products in the rickhouses under his purview. Part of Bardstown, Kentucky-based Heaven Hill’s portfolio, Larceny Bourbon is at 46% abv and retails for $25 a 750-ml. Last year, Larceny depleted 103,000 cases in the U.S., up 21%, according to Impact Databank.

How, When, and Why It’s Okay to Send Back a Bottle of Wine

A lot depends on why you’re refusing the wine.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-why-send-back-wine-restaurant/

Cracking the Wine Code

Your local, passionate wine purveyor loves to help you have a great wine experience.

https://thetahoeweekly.com/2019/09/cracking-the-wine-code/

The High-Altitude Vineyards of Greece

As one of Europe’s most mountainous countries, Greece is a hotbed of excellent high-altitude wines.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/04/high-altitude-vineyards-of-greece/

Why a Wine’s Alcohol-by-Volume is Lying to You

One thing required to be on a label (sort of) is the percent of alcohol by volume, or abv. You might be surprised, however, to learn the alcohol percentage listed is often not entirely true.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/04/wine-abv-is-a-lie/

Judge orders Anheuser-Busch to halt ‘corn syrup’ labels

To stop using Bud Light packaging that implies rival brews made by MillerCoors contain corn syrup.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/judge-orders-anheuser-busch-halt-170942544.html

Online selling means building trust. Here are 5 ways to win that & 5 to lose it.

How to Tell if Wine Has Gone Bad

As a general rule, if a wine bottle is open for over a week it’s probably gone “bad.”

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/how-to-tell-if-wine-has-gone-bad/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

The 20 Best Bottled-in-Bond Whiskeys, Ryes, Bourbons, and Brandies at Every Price

You’ve probably heard the term “bottled in bond” before, but what exactly does it mean?

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/20-best-bottled-in-bond-whiskeys-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=be930555fe-SEPT_6_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-be930555fe-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-be930555fe-38937345&mc_cid=be930555fe&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Distiller uses beef bones to create video game vodka

The vodka is made from a wheat spirit base. Once the beef bones have been roasted and smoked, the marrow is extracted and macerated in neutral grain alcohol. The spirit is then distilled at a low temperature in a vacuum still.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/09/distiller-uses-beef-bones-to-create-video-game-vodka/

A Wine Lover’s Guide to Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Chapel Hill has grown steadily in both population and reputation on the national dining scene over the last two decades.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/05/a-wine-lovers-guide-to-chapel-hill-north-carolina/

Half-Bottles of Wine Offer Value and Variety. So Why Aren’t We Drinking Them?

Half-bottles hold 375 milliliters, or 12.6 ounces, of wine — the equivalent of two generous glasses

https://vinepair.com/articles/half-bottle-wine-advantages/

Millennials are drinking more because they’re having kids

In 2013, millennials consumed about 24 alcoholic drinks per month. By this year, that number has climbed to about 29 per month – with about 77% of all millennials in the U.S. consuming alcoho

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/09/05/constellations-brands-millennials-are-drinking-more-because-of-kids.html

Chianti producers to consider increasing sweetness to ‘appeal to women’ and younger drinkers

The Italian government has approved a request from the Chianti Wine Consortium that will allow wine producers to raise the level of residual sugars from the grapes they use to produce the famous wine in line with European regulations.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/09/05/chianti-producers-consider-increasing-sweetness-appeal-women/

New study: We’ll happily pay a premium for wine when it comes to Drink Local

Results hint that consumers are less likely to associate price with quality for national brands, and are more likely to buy cheaper products since they all seem the same regardless of price. But the reverse seems to be true for local wine; that is, consumers equate higher price with better quality.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/new-study-well-happily-pay-a-premium-for-wine-when-it-comes-to-drink-local/

https://phys.org/news/2019-09-consumers-price-quality-products.html

Non-alcohol beer Coors Edge coming to U.S. in November

With the launch of the Coors Edge, which contains 41 calories, 8 grams of carbohydrates and less than 0.5% alcohol-by-volume, the brewer is taking another step in modernizing its portfolio of lower-octane beverages.

https://www.millercoorsblog.com/non-alcohol-beer-coors-edge-coming-us-november?sf218897512=1

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Liquor Industry News 09-09-19

September 9, 2019

https://www.thewinesociety.com/guides-wine-regions-spain

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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09-09-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Eight Questions You’re Too Embarrassed to Ask About Spiked Seltzer

11 Cheap American Beers Ranked From Awful to Drinkable

Why I Let My Kids Drink Wine

The Ultimate Guide To Spanish Wine

The Spanish wine scene is going through exciting times

Wine Freedom Expands Membership to Protect Wine Drinkers Rights

Wine Freedom is supported by consumers, the National Association of Wine Retailers, and others

https://www.winefreedom.org

NAPA PRODUCER INTRODUCES NEW ‘CULT CAB’

A boutique producer in the Napa Valley has launched a new limited edition Cabernet Sauvignon, of just 300 magnums priced at US$3,500 each, with the owner declaring it to be, “wild energy, a leopard”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/napa-producer-introduces-new-cult-cab/

The Most Iconic Food and White Wine Pairings — and Why They Work So Well

Ready to sample some gastronomical matches made in heaven? Here are five of the world’s most iconic food and white wine pairings, and why they work.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-food-white-wine-pairings-guide/

How to Order Wine Like a Boss (Without Paying Like One)

If you are the one handing over your credit card, how can you keep the wine bill under control?

https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2019/08/26/how-to-order-wine-like-a-boss-without-paying-like-one/?slreturn=20190728091710

Why I Let My Kids Drink Wine

My Italian wife grew up with her father offering her wine at the table. Not a bottle, just a sip here and there. We now do the same with our 10 and 8 year old. A sip here and there.

https://10daily.com.au/views/a190819efzgw/why-i-let-my-kids-drink-wine-20190826

Are Expensive Wines Better?

The question is broad, so a simple “yes or no” answer doesn’t work, but the short answer is “usually.”

https://www.jjbuckley.com/wine-knowledge/blog/are-expensive-wines-better-/1041

Impact Compounds

These compounds are derived from grape chemistry, vineyard environment, and winemaking techniques.

http://www.timgaiser.com/blog/impact-compounds

Ten top-quality Irish whiskeys for $50 or less

From a five-year-old whiskey created by the founders behind one of the world’s top bars to an Irish whiskey finished in Caribbean rum casks, there’s something to suit every palate in our pick of top bottlings from the Emerald Isle.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/ten-top-quality-irish-whiskeys-for-50-or-less/

‘MISLEADING’ LABELS ON IRISH WHISKEY COULD DAMAGE CATEGORY

Any statements on labels that “would appear to give the impression of distilling where distilling is not yet taking place, is not permitted,” according to the IWA

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/misleading-labels-on-irish-whiskey-could-damage-category-growth/

New Tanqueray

Tanqueray gin has unveiled a new flavored expression. Distilled four times with the essence of orange, Tanqueray Sevilla Orange is now rolling out across select Florida markets. While the launch will initially be limited to 1-liter bottles, 750-ml. packaging is set to debut in October. The orange-tinted expression first launched in Europe last September. Tanqueray is a part of Diageo’s gin portfolio, which also includes the Gordon’s, Jinzu, and Villa Ascenti labels.

Wait, ‘Hyperdecanting’ Wine Isn’t Just a Succession Joke?

Should hyperdecant because “it softens the tannins, ages the aromas.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2019/08/succession-connor-roy-hyperdecanting-wine.html

The Complete Guide to Cork Taint

This is a broad term which is applied to wine faults affecting the smell and taste of the wine.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/08/the-complete-guide-to-cork-taint

Drink These 50 Wines to Be a French Wine Expert

French wine is endlessly fascinating. If you try the 50 wines here, or even a fair percentage of them, you’ll never be daunted by the French wine section on a restaurant list ever again.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/best-french-wines

Organic and biodynamic wines quality and characteristics: the scientific point of view

The organic wines represent the 2.4% of the wine global market and their trend is increasing. Their production is regulated by law, but it has not the same meaning in different countries.

https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2019/08/25/organic-and-biodynamic-wines-quality-and-characteristics-the-scientific-point-of-view/

The world’s three largest wineries, all owned by the same company

In 2000, they claimed to take one-third of the total grape harvest in California (they have 90 000 acres under contract), and to make more wine than all of Australia.

http://www.wineanorak.com/wineblog/california/the-worlds-three-largest-wineries-all-owned-by-the-same-company

Inside Chianti Classico

Chianti Classico, one of the world’s most celebrated wine regions, lies between the renowned Tuscan cities of Florence and Siena.

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/styles-regions/inside-chianti-classico?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=8e8ad1ab6a-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_08_27_09_34&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-8e8ad1ab6a-64683881

HOW TO STOP YOUR TEEN FROM DRINKING AND DRIVING

While you may not be able to control every choice your teen makes, you can help steer him or her in the right direction. The following suggestions can help you keep your teen from getting an underage OUI conviction.

https://www.carneydefense.com/blog/2019/05/how-to-stop-your-teen-from-drinking-and-driving.shtml

Stoli Group Unveils New Upscale Tequila, Villa One

Stoli Group has partnered with musician and actor Nick Jonas and fashion designer John Varvatos on a new high-end Tequila brand called Villa One. The new entry will debut nationally next month, including 100%-blue agave Silver ($45 a 750-ml.), Reposado ($50), and Añejo ($60) expressions made at Stoli Group’s Fabrica de Tequilas Finos distillery by master distiller Arturo Fuentes. All are at 40% abv.

The Villa One brand was inspired by a trip that Jonas and Varvatos took to Mexico last year. The duo is responsible for Villa One’s bottle design, which includes jewelry-inspired metalwork that’s a signature of the John Varvatos brand, and will promote the label under the tagline “Life as it should be.” Stoli Group acting president and CEO Rudy Costello noted that the ultra-premium Tequila space is continuing its strong growth trend, and is projected to expand by about 8% this year.

“At launch, we’re focusing on high-quality distribution channels and ensuring that the brand is introduced the right way,” Stoli noted in a statement to SND. “We own our own distillery, so we can manage demand along the way, but we do have long-term aspirations to compete with the top five tequilas in the ultra-premium sector.” Villa One joins the existing Cenote Tequila in Stoli Group’s brand stable.

Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Partners with Professional Football Teams

No. 3 Glass Wine Brand in U.S.* Becomes Official Wine Partner of Los Angeles Rams, Chicago Bears, and New York Giants and Celebrates Partnership by Introducing New Football Themed Canned Wine

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2019/08/28/1907788/0/en/Woodbridge-by-Robert-Mondavi-Partners-with-Professional-Football-Teams.html

The Science of Color in Wine

Wine professionals discuss pigmentation, extraction, and how color can affect everything from appearance to ageability

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-color-in-wine/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=10252b600d-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_08_28_09_27&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-10252b600d-64683881

How to Create Pinot Noir Wine Flights

One tip to consider when tasting: rather than searching for fruit flavors, focus on texture.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/27/create-pinot-noir-wine-flights/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=10252b600d-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_08_28_09_27&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-10252b600d-64683881

Nick Jonas and John Varvatos create Villa One Tequila

The pair were inspired to launch their Tequila brand after taking a trip to Mexico with friends and family in 2018.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/nick-jonas-and-john-varvatos-create-villa-one-tequila/

The Secret About Wine Vintages

The reality is, the moment you find a wine you truly love, you have to accept it will never be the same again. Why? Vintage variation.

https://winefolly.com/episode/the-secret-about-wine-vintages-video/?utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

11 Cheap American Beers Ranked From Awful to Drinkable

It always has been there and it always will be. It’s time to accept the inevitability and choose the best of the worst.

https://vinepair.com/articles/11-cheap-american-beers-ranked-from-awful-to-drinabkle/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=22590d4554-AUG_29_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-22590d4554-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-22590d4554-38937345&mc_cid=22590d4554&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

U.S. Supermarket Wine Is Getting Better

Supermarket wine has a pretty bad rap here — deservedly so.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanneobriencoffey/2019/08/28/is-us-supermarket-wine-getting-better/#4315d47464e3

Patriots commemorative 6X champions wine collection

Manos Wine, a company specializing in deep-etched and hand-painted bottles, announced a partnership with the Patriots,

https://www.patriots.com/news/manos-makes-commemorative-6x-champions-wine-collection

Red Wines of Prosecco

When it comes to looking for red wines with moderate-level alcohol with finesse and restraint, the Prosecco wine area is probably the last place in Europe that one might consider.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathrinetodd/2019/08/28/red-wines-of-prosecco/#3e94d6537e9a

How to spot a good wine

How exactly do you differentiate a good wine from a bad one?

https://www.brusselstimes.com/opinion/65739/how-to-spot-a-good-wine/

Gen Z Wine Consumers: What Do They Want from the Wine Industry?

While many wine marketers have been focusing on selling wine to Millennials, more than 20 million Generation Z consumers have reached legal drinking age since 2016

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=218675

Why is fine wine easier to value than art and cars?

When it comes to investment, wine, art and cars have often been regarded as ‘pleasurable’ assets.

https://www.liv-ex.com/2019/08/fine-wine-easier-value-art-cars/

Australian Wine 101: The Lowdown on Wine Down Under

It’s home to many inventions and new technology that, quite literally, changed the world.

https://vinepair.com/articles/australian-wine-101/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=678a37c82d-AUG_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-678a37c82d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-678a37c82d-38937345&mc_cid=678a37c82d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Eight Questions You’re Too Embarrassed to Ask About Spiked Seltzer, Hard Tea, and Other FMBs

Confused about the connection between hard seltzers and beer, not to mention the differences between hard tea and other spiked canned or bottled beverages?

https://vinepair.com/articles/spiked-seltzer-guide-definition-hard-tea/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=678a37c82d-AUG_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-678a37c82d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-678a37c82d-38937345&mc_cid=678a37c82d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

This Is What The ‘Summer Of Seltzer’ Has Done To Beer Sales

It seemed as if everywhere you turned during summer 2019, from barbecues to the beach, there was a spiked seltzer.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilycappiello/2019/08/29/this-is-what-the-summer-of-seltzer-has-done-to-beer-sales/#6ab2b1ea63a6

Ball Is Making Aluminum Beer Pong Cups That Are ‘Infinitely Recyclable’

The aluminum Solo-esque cups are “infinitely recyclable,” the brand said, much more so than the cheap plastic cups that litter backyards and parking lots after a long day of drinking

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a28842420/ball-aluminum-cups-sustainability-beer-pong/

A Wine Lover’s Guide to Montreal

Despite a dearth of independent wine shops due to Société des Alcools du Québec (SAQ), Quebec’s liquor retail system, Montreal’s growing wine scene, which champions natural wine, only helps to establish the city’s distinctive culture.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/29/a-wine-lovers-guide-to-montreal/

Like Your Favorite Wines, French Absinthe Now Has Geographical Protection

Made from anise seed, fennel and wormwood, absinthe was introduced over the border of Switzerland to France in the early part of the 1800s

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2019/08/29/like-your-favorite-wines-french-absinthe-now-has-geographical-protection/#70778b981473

Wine’s Alcohol Levels Explained

During the harvesting and fermentation stages of winemaking, alcohol is created differentiating wine from the simple grape juice.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4094843.html

Is Rosé About To Trump Champagne?

At weddings, sparkling wine is on its way out and rosé is in,

https://www.forbes.com/sites/sylviebigar/2019/08/29/is-ros-about-to-trump-champagne/#43d983a14277

Wine Drinker? This Expert Says This Is How To Learn To Love Beer

How does one make the switch from a mainly wine palate to one that can appreciate the layers and flavors of the variety of beers out there?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilycappiello/2019/08/30/wine-drinker-this-expert-says-this-is-how-to-learn-to-love-beer/#62528a2c3d1e

What is Biodynamic Wine? A Quick and Easy Guide to the Buzzyworthy Trend

Most people associate biodynamics with cow horns filled with manure, tea treatments, and the stellar calendar — hippies parading through vineyard rows tossing dashes of chamomile here, honey there.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-biodynamic-wine-guide/

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Liquor Industry News 09-02-19

September 2, 2019

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/us-brewery-receives-death-threats-over-nuclear-test-site-beer/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

09-02-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Harpoon’s new beer celebrates the chaos that is Allston Christmas

The 7 Mistakes Everyone Makes At A Wine Shop

Why You Should Always Tap the Table Before Taking a Shot

Beam Suntory is the world’s third-largest spirits marketer, with global volume up 2.3% to nearly 62 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

US BREWERY RECEIVES DEATH THREATS OVER NUCLEAR TEST SITE BEER

The Dallas-based business received complaints after it named a beer after Bikini Atoll, a part of an island chain that witnessed 23 US nuclear tests between 1946 and 1958.

VAPORISED VODKA BALLOON TREND HITS UK NIGHTCLUBS

Inhaling the vaporized vodka means the alcohol enters the bloodstream more quickly that it would in its liquid form. According to The Sun, when inhaled the effects are almost instant and last for up to 20 minutes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/vaporised-vodka-balloon-trend-hits-uk-nightclubs/

THE COCA WINE FAD: A BRIEF HISTORY

History of coca wine, a Bordeaux and cocaine combination that was imbibed with gusto by presidents as well as popes

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/the-coca-wine-fad-a-brief-history/

Texas Gose Mad for Sour Pickle Beer

Called Sour Pickle Beer, the brew combines Martin House’s Salty Lady goseand Best Maid’s pickle juice for a 5.5-percent-ABV pour.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/texas-sour-pickle-beer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a3406691db-AUG_19_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a3406691db-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-a3406691db-38937345&mc_cid=a3406691db&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

6 amazing things you didn’t know you can do with wine

Amazing things people do with wine that most of us probably do not know.

https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/drink/6-amazing-things-you-didnt-know-you-can-do-with-wine-30864228

Wine descriptions are related to perceived wine quality

One does not have to spend more than a few seconds reading wine writing to realize that this is not normal human discourse.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2019/08/wine-descriptions-are-related-to.html

DIAGEO ADDS MORE GAME OF THRONES WHISKIES TO JOHNNIE WALKER RANGE

The latest whiskies are inspired by two of the most important houses in the show – House Stark and House Targaryen

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/diageo-adds-two-more-game-of-thrones-whiskies-to-johnnie-walker-range/

The Petition for a White Wine Emoji Has Been Sadly Rejected

If you’ve ever scrolled through your phone looking for a white wine emoji, you’re not alone

https://people.com/food/white-wine-emoji-rejected-again/

CHECK YOUR WINE…NEW LIST OF WINES CITED FOR HIGH LEVELS OF ARSENIC

A new list of wines was announced as part of a lawsuit citing that several wines being sold have extremely high levels of inorganic arsenic which could be dangerous to the drinker.

http://viralserve.club/list-of-wines-cited-in-lawsuit-for-having-dangerously-high-arsenic-levels/

https://wyrk.com/check-your-wine-new-list-of-wines-cited-for-high-levels-of-arsenic/

Time to rethink the restaurant wine ritual

Wine is innately social. When a bottle is opened, its contents are usually shared.

But how social is the way wine is handled in a restaurant?

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/general/time-rethink-restaurant-wine-ritual

Beer dating — it’s a thing and you should know about it

When you shop for beer, do you check each can or bottle for a date indicating when a beer was made, or when it will be past it’s prime? If not, you probably should.

https://www.marinij.com/2019/08/20/beer-dating-its-a-thing-and-you-should-know-about-it/

Bordeaux winemakers forced to promote rose and white wines as young drinkers abandon red

For centuries Bordeaux has been renowned for its medium- and full-bodied reds, but young French people are joining the global trend of favouring rosé, white and sparkling wines.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/08/20/bordeaux-winemakers-forced-promote-rose-white-wines-young-drinkers/

Understanding Sherry’s New Regulations

The change will permit nonfortified wines in some subregions, allowing for greater diversity

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/understanding-sherrys-new-regulations/

THIS NEW PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE IS ALSO A HARD SELTZER, SO IT’S THE HOLY GRAIL OF FALL

Busch Beer recently posted a picture of their new “Pumpkin Spice Latte Super Hard Seltzer.” We know, we’re losing our minds too.

https://www.bestproducts.com/lifestyle/a28724123/busch-beer-pumpkin-spice-latte-hard-seltzer/

We blind-tasted 38 hard seltzers. These were the winners (and many losers)

The definitive hard seltzer tasting, from White Claw and Truly to Bon & Viv and Smirnoff

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/We-blind-tasted-38-hard-seltzers-These-were-the-14364159.php

Drew Bledsoe Marches Downfield, Launches Oregon Pinot Label

The former NFL QB and Washington Cabernet vintner is starting a project with his winemaker to make site-specific Willamette Pinot and Walla Walla Syrah

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/drew-bledsoe-marches-downfield-launches-oregon-pinot-walla-walla-syrah-label-unfiltered?sfns=mo

Wine’s biggest problem? Consumers don’t care about wine…

If wine is truly going to connect with its target audience it needs to really understand what consumers do care about and that means getting deep, down and digital.

http://www.the-buyer.net/insight/paul-mabray-wines-biggest-problem-consumers-dont-care-as-much-as-we-do/

Rosé Vodka Is the New Pink Wave — and It’s Actually Pretty Great

Rosé has become so imbedded in society, the trend no longer stops at wine.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/is-rose-vodka-good-best-rose-vodka-brands

Thinking in Smell

When it comes to olfaction, Americans are culturally underdeveloped.

https://deborahparkerwong.com/2019/08/20/thinking-in-smell/

Too Many Discounts Lessen the Worth of Your Wine

Regularly offering lower prices, free shipping and other incentives that focus on discounts is not likely to encourage customers to appreciate why your wine is worth what you usually charge for it.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/08/21/too-many-discounts-lessen-the-worth-of-your-wine

Jameson unveils new Caskmates whiskeys in US

The new Jameson Caskmates Bale Breaker Limited Edition and Jameson Caskmates Revolution Brewing Limited Edition Irish whiskeys form Jameson’s Caskmates Hyperlocal Editions.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/jameson-unveils-new-caskmates-whiskeys-in-us/

Why You Should Always Tap the Table Before Taking a Shot

“Clinking glasses is toasting one another. Touching the countertop is toasting the house,”

https://vinepair.com/articles/you-should-always-tap-the-table-before-taking-a-shot/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=dfd10a6702-AUG_23_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-dfd10a6702-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-dfd10a6702-38937345&mc_cid=dfd10a6702&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The 20 Best Rums for Every Budget

For as little as $35, drinkers can purchase a range of high-quality aged rums boasting more than a decade in barrel. (Good luck finding similarly aged bourbon or Scotch at that price.)

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/20-best-rums-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=dfd10a6702-AUG_23_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-dfd10a6702-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-dfd10a6702-38937345&mc_cid=dfd10a6702&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How to pair wine with burgers

If you’re going to have a great burger, don’t waste the experience with bad wine.
https://www.decanter.com/learn/food/how-to-pair-wine-with-burgers-423106/#Oxlk7LmUqbvxfPgV.99

Wine Enthusiast names two Massachusetts all-stars on its ’40 Under 40′ list

Wine Enthusiast is celebrating two people who are dominating Boston’s bar scene.

https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2019/08/22/wine-enthusiast-names-two-massachusetts-all-stars-on-its-40-under-40-list

Get to Know Pineau d’Aunis

The versatile grape, which is also known as Chenin Noir—purportedly a favorite of King Henry III of England

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/get-to-know-pineau-daunis/

Five top-quality American whiskeys for $30 or less

It’s an exciting time for the American whiskey category as producers invest in new distilleries and take innovation up a notch. Here, we present five expressions that offer high quality at an affordable price.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/five-top-quality-american-whiskeys-for-30-or-less/

ANCIENT GRAPE EMERGES FROM OBSCURITY IN SICILY

Called Nocera, the variety is believed to have been the main grape of Roman ‘great estate’ Marmertinum in Sicily, as identified by Pliny the Elder in the second century BC.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/ancient-grape-emerges-from-obscurity-in-sicily/

All You Ever Wanted to Know About Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wine

Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a French wine appellation known for its bold Grenache-based red blends.

https://winefolly.com/review/all-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-chateauneuf-du-pape-wine-and-more/?utm_campaign=8%2F22%2F2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Pinot%20Noir%2C%20CdP%2C%20Magnum%20%28Ph4BV9%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

5 Facts on Pinot Noir that You Should See

Wines made with Pinot Noir have cultivated a gigantic following of hardcore wine enthusiasts.

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/5-facts-about-pinot-noir/?utm_campaign=8%2F22%2F2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Pinot%20Noir%2C%20CdP%2C%20Magnum%20%28Ph4BV9%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

The 7 Mistakes Everyone Makes At A Wine Shop

These are the 7 most common.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-7-most-common-mistakes-youre-making-at-the-wine-shop/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7841863f85-AUG_22_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7841863f85-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7841863f85-38937345&mc_cid=7841863f85&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Make These Italian Wine Cookies With Your Leftover Wine

Use the last of that baking spirit and a few ingredients already in the pantry to make these simple Italian wine cookies.

https://vinepair.com/articles/leftover-wine-make-italian-wine-cookies-course/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7841863f85-AUG_22_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7841863f85-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7841863f85-38937345&mc_cid=7841863f85&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Harpoon’s new beer celebrates the chaos that is Allston Christmas

Thousands of undergraduate and graduate students living off campus flood the city to settle in to new apartments on September 1 before the school year begins, resulting in a sidewalk free-for-all of couches, lamps, fans, desks, and miscellaneous items that can only be classified as stuff.

https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2019/08/23/harpoon-brewery-allston-christmas

What to Expect When You Visit a Winery

No matter where in the world you are, set yourself up for a great winery experience by remembering a few simple tips:

https://www.wacotrib.com/sponsored/prestige/what-to-expect-when-you-visit-a-winery/article_3cb70a17-f4db-5e60-a9c9-33386a505322.html

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Is Wine Gluten-Free? We Asked a Nutritionist

Yes, beer bottles can spontaneously explode

Peek Inside A Wine Lover’s Liquor Cabinet: 5 Essential Components

Top 10 award-winning Irish whiskeys

Global sales of Irish whiskey have soared by more than 300% in the past decade as quality and innovation draws in new drinkers. We present award-winning expressions from our recent blind-tasting competition.

How the ‘GrandMa’ Shot Became the Official Drink of Newport, R.I.

Grand Marnier, or “GrandMa,” often gathers dust on lower bar shelves across America. Not so in Newport

https://vinepair.com/articles/grand-marnier-shot-newport/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=68d764a9d9-AUG_12_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-68d764a9d9-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-68d764a9d9-38937345&mc_cid=68d764a9d9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The World’s Seven Most Important Sweet Wines

The best sweet wines are born in the vineyard, where a number of different factors can provide a much higher concentration of sugar than found in grapes used for still wines.

https://vinepair.com/articles/7-best-sweet-wines-world/

Study to investigate uses for Marlborough wine harvest waste

The region produces up to 65,000 tones of grape marc each year, which can contain up to 60 percent liquid and requires careful management to minimize its impacts on the environment.

https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/rural/2019/08/study-to-investigate-uses-for-marlborough-wine-harvest-waste.html

The Top 10 Growers in Sonoma County by Acreage

These 10 companies own the most acreage in Sonoma County.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=217908

Rosé Beer is the Hot New Brewing Trend — And These Are the Best Ones

That doesn’t mean breweries have begun making wine and are blending in a drop of beer to make rosé beer — grapes can only be 49% of the fermentables to still be classified as a brew,

https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/what-is-the-best-rose-beer

Moderate Wine Drinkers Live Longer, Study Shows

The debate over alcohol and health gets a positive boost from a detailed analysis of 8,000 older Americans

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/moderate-wine-drinkers-live-longer-study-shows?fbclid=IwAR3vAdzHWr7CHzpVOHJrg-Ifo2SjPTH_o-tSrjmyfpqrRSXPI5JlZWA6U64

5 Unexpected Commonalities Between Wine and Meditation

Let me tease out a few commonalities between these two seemingly incongruous things that both resonate with this ABG community.

https://abalancedglass.com/30-days-of-discovery/2019/8/8/5-unexpected-commonalities-between-wine-and-meditation

How Bottle Size Affects the Flavor of Wine during Aging

The easy thing of course would just be to make every bottle exactly the same shape and size, but in reality, there are some quite notable differences between them, and for good reason.

http://socialvignerons.com/2019/08/07/how-bottle-size-affects-the-flavor-of-wine-during-aging/

Top 10 award-winning American whiskeys

Looking across multiple categories, from single malt to Tennessee whiskey, Bourbon to rye, a wide range of whiskeys were awarded the top accolades of Master and Gold medals for their quality.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/top-10-award-winning-american-whiskeys/

9 Things You Should Know About Mount Gay Rum

Whether you’re familiar with Mount Gay or not, here’s everything you need to know about a brand that’s been distilling rum for more than three centuries.

https://vinepair.com/articles/mount-gay-rum-guide-barbados/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a2c92315c4-AUG_13_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a2c92315c4-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-a2c92315c4-38937345&mc_cid=a2c92315c4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Beer 101: What Are Hops?

Today, many beer varieties boast a “hop-forward” flavor profile, but for many people what that really means remains ambiguous.

https://www.hourdetroit.com/restaurants-food/hops-beer/

A Comparison Of Same Wines In Bottles And Cans Ended In Near Draw

Each type of wine was served (blind) in two separate cups—one for bottled, one for canned. Participants were asked which one they liked better

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/08/12/a-comparison-of-same-wines-in-bottles-and-cans-ended-in-near-draw/#408a2d3e2e0c

Keto-friendly wine is real: How to tell which kinds pass the test

Now, there’s a whole category of companies and websites devoted to selling what they say are keto-friendly vintages. Here’s some tips to know whether it’s okay to include a wine.

https://www.today.com/health/keto-friendly-wine-real-how-drink-wine-keto-diet-t160621

Low calorie wines and hard seltzers are big sellers, but are they healthy?

They’re following the lead of packaged foods that tout health benefits.

https://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/20190812/low-calorie-wines-and-hard-seltzers-are-big-sellers-but-are-they-healthy

Why Ultra-Aged Spirits are Ripping You Off

If you sip a 40-year-old Bourbon or 50-year-old Scotch, you’re basically sipping on oak tannins, bragging rights, a sense of history and little else.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/12/ultra-aged-spirits-ripping-you-off/

Why Your Next Cabernet Sauvignon Should Be from South Africa

South Africa has a long history with Cabernet Sauvignon, both as a varietal and blended wine.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/12/next-cabernet-sauvignon-should-be-south-africa/

Bledsoe Family Winery set to open tasting room in Oregon

It will be the first satellite tasting room in Oregon for the Bledsoes, and the second retail location for the Bledsoe Family Winery brand – a second label for their iconic Doubleback Winery.

https://greatnorthwestwine.com/2019/08/12/bledsoe-family-winery-set-to-open-tasting-room-in-oregon/

PBR has released a new hard seltzer with 8% alcohol — higher than most beers on the market

The new seltzer will be available in select stores in Arizona, California, Montana, and Texas.

https://www.insider.com/pbr-launched-new-hard-seltzer-with-8-percent-alcohol-2019-8

How Cannabis Will Impact the Wine Trade

Experts examined the impact of legal recreational cannabis on the wine industry at the Wine & Weed Symposium,

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/how-cannabis-will-impact-the-wine-trade/

What Costco Is Doing to the Liquor Business

Costco has multiple revenue streams, notably membership dues, that make light gross margin pick up on liquor, wine and beer not as critical and in fact, a core business principle.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/08/13/what-costco-is-doing-to-the-liquor-business

Is the wine customer always right?

The blogger made the point in his report that no information was given about the wine before he ordered it; there was a presumption that he would recognise the producer’s name and know what to expect. But what right has anyone in the service field to presume in this way?

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/wine-customer-always-right

Natty Light Launches Cheap, Boozy Hard Seltzer

Natural Light Seltzer is available nationwide in two excessively yet vaguely described flavors

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/natural-light-seltzer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=60098448b5-AUG_14_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-60098448b5-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-60098448b5-38937345&mc_cid=60098448b5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

COUPLE SUES DIAGEO FOR £40K OVER ‘ANGELS’ SHARE’ FUNGUS DAMAGE

homas and Gail Chalmers claim that the “nuisance” alcohol vapour contributed to the development of a fungus. This fungus caused damage to their house and outdoor furniture, and has meant that the value of their property has decreased.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/couple-sues-diageo-for-40k-over-angels-share-fungus-damage/

CHILE’S OSORNO HAS ‘TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL’ FOR HIGH QUALITY SPARKLING WINE

Osorno, located at a latitude of 40 degrees – roughly the same as the North Island of New Zealand – it is one of the emerging wine regions in the far south of Chile, giving its name to a city, province and volcano in the region.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/chiles-osorno-has-tremendous-potential-for-high-quality-sparkling-wine/

Just Get the Cheapest Bottle of Wine

Go ahead and get the cheapest bottle of wine with a clean conscience.

https://www.eater.com/2019/8/13/20799232/order-the-cheapest-bottle-of-wine

The Essential Guide to Pinot Noir

When done right, it produces lighter-bodied wines of elegance, complexity and longevity.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/13/the-essential-guide-to-pinot-noir/

How We Are Wired for Smell

Scientists explore the brain’s “olfactory map”

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-we-are-wired-for-smell/

How to Pair Oysters and Beer

This pairing is just a guideline to get you started.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kevingray/2019/08/14/pair-oysters-beer/#59b15a44565d

Illustrated Grape Vine Training Methods

Let’s go over the basics and discuss several common vine training systems that you’re likely to see on your next journey through wine country.

https://winefolly.com/review/grape-vine-training-methods-illustration/?utm_campaign=8%2F15%2F2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Vine%20Training%2C%20Aroma%20Kit%2C%20Basic%20Wine%20Poster%20%28Q2g2gU%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Put Down That Hard Seltzer. These Wines Are Best in Hot, Hot Weather

The requirements for a heatwave-ready wine are dead simple: high acidity and low alcohol, preferably well below 12.5%.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-08-15/best-wines-for-hot-summer-weather-have-high-acidity-low-alcohol

Peek Inside A Wine Lover’s Liquor Cabinet: 5 Essential Components

Even the most wine-enthusiastic among us appreciate having a special, dedicated space that houses everything we need to create mixed drinks for those occasions that call for them

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/08/14/peek-inside-a-wine-lovers-liquor-cabinet-5-essential-components/#2cf8430e326d

Here’s How to Get Creative With Summertime MioMosas

Some delicious fruity options to keep the MioMosas flowing.

https://vinepair.com/articles/heres-how-to-get-creative-with-summertime-mimosas/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e0b1d5f74b-AUG_16_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e0b1d5f74b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-e0b1d5f74b-38937345&mc_cid=e0b1d5f74b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Eight of the Best Beers for Micheladas, Tasted and Ranked

A simple Michelada recipethat calls for beer (preferably Mexican lager), Mexican hot sauce, a salt rim, and a squeeze of lime.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/8-best-beers-for-micheladas-ranked/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e0b1d5f74b-AUG_16_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e0b1d5f74b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-e0b1d5f74b-38937345&mc_cid=e0b1d5f74b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Four Loko Tweets About Hard Seltzer and People Have Feelings

14-percent ABV Sour Seltzer, with an accompanying caption declaring: “Hard Seltzers ran so we could fly.”

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/four-loko-hard-seltzer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e0b1d5f74b-AUG_16_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e0b1d5f74b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-e0b1d5f74b-38937345&mc_cid=e0b1d5f74b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

This Calculator Tells You Exactly How Long to Chill Your Wine and Beer

t’s a simple question that never seems to have a solid answer: How long do you have to chill a drink before it’s reached the right temperature?

https://www.omnicalculator.com/food/chilled-drink

A Wine Lover’s Guide to Sardinia

Sardinia is home to Cannonau, the local name for Grenache, as well as Vermentinoand Carignano, also known as Carignan.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/15/a-wine-lovers-guide-to-sardinia/

NFL Star Charles Woodson To Kick-Off New Wine Brand “Charles Woodson’s Intercept”

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, a leading California producer of premium wine brands, announces the launch of the new wine brand, ‘Intercept’ in partnership with wine aficionado, television personality,…

https://www.ktvn.com/story/40914410/nfl-star-charles-woodson-to-kick-off-new-wine-brand-charles-woodsons-intercept

Is Electrolyte Beer Actually Better For You Than the Regular Stuff?

Booze and exercise don’t typically mix well. But is beer brewed with electrolytesthe exception to the rule?

https://www.bicycling.com/health-nutrition/a28677144/electrolyte-beer/

Yes, beer bottles can spontaneously explode

Keeping beers refrigerated generally also alleviates the explosion risk because it keeps the yeast dormant, and because refrigerating beer preserves its overall quality, that’s always the preferred storage method.

https://thetakeout.com/beer-bottles-cans-explode-yeast-fruit-recall-lakefront-1837305352

Is Wine Gluten-Free? We Asked a Nutritionist

There are ways that gluten can get into a bottle.

https://www.health.com/nutrition/is-wine-gluten-free

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Liquor Industry News 08-19-19

August 19, 2019

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/08/02/how-to-buy-great-wine-without-going-broke.html

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By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

08-19-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Scientists create ‘vodka’ made from Chernobyl grains

How to Pair Wine with Shrimp

Why Wine is Essential to Being a Good Mother

A step-by-step guide to buying great wine without going broke

Whatever your tastes are, wine experts recommend following these five steps next time you’re shopping to find wines that are both interesting and affordable.

How to Make Wine Pops, the Coolest Summer Treat Around

Freezing wine to create a sugary treat may seem like an intimidating feat, but it’s actually quite easy.

https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/186013/wine-pop-recipes-how-to/

Is this red wine compound the future of depression treatment?

Resveratrol, a compound that occurs naturally in red wine, has intrigued researchers for decades. A recent study in mice investigates how doctors might be able to use this chemical to reduce depression and anxiety.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325908.php

Get to know hard cider: It’s a lot like wine

Like wine, hard cider is made from fruit that’s first turned into juice. And, like wine, the juice is fermented with yeast that converts the sugars in the juice into alcohol. What keeps hard apple cider from being full-on apple wine, however, is mostly the alcohol content. Cider has a low alcohol content – usually less than 6 percent.

https://www.courierpostonline.com/story/life/2019/08/02/get-know-hard-cider-its-lot-like-wine/1892780001/

Wente Vineyards Announces New Packaging Across Its Fine Wine Portfolio

Wente Vineyards, America’s longest continuously family-owned and operated winery, is thrilled to announce a fresh new look for its portfolio of fine wines

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/08/02/wente-vineyards-announces-new-packaging

In Quebec, a Belgian ‘alchemist’ is turning tomatoes into world-class wine

Omerto produces 30,000 bottles of tomato wine annually—and it’s been known to fool the world’s best sommeliers

https://roadtrippers.com/magazine/tomato-wine-charlevoix-quebec/

6 food and wine pairings to get you through the summer

With thousands of grape varieties to choose from, and millions of recipes available online, where does one even begin when starting to build a menu?

https://theweek.com/articles/853098/6-food-wine-pairings-through-summer

A Cosmopolitan Cocktail Perfect for Wine Lovers

Dreamed up at a luxury resort and casino complex just outside of Washington, D.C., this wine-spiked Cosmopolitan is bouncy and bright

https://www.winemag.com/recipe/a-cosmopolitan-cocktail-perfect-for-wine-lovers/

Funeral home bottling wine for after death

Graham Funeral Home is now offering their clients bottles of wine with a custom inscription, paying homage to the life that was lost.

https://www.oliverchronicle.com/funeral-home-bottling-wine-for-after-death/

Cleaning expert reveals how to remove red wine using just a vacuum cleaner

While you might not think to use your vacuum on a spillage, a cleaning expert has revealed it can be the most effective way to get your carpet looking as good as new again.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/9647959/red-wine-stain-carpet-vacuum-cleaner-spill-cleaning-expert/

Francis Ford Coppola Pairs Cannabis And Wine To Create Unique Sonoma County Tours

Through a full-day tour, guests will get to see cannabis production processes at a manufacturing facility, taste wine and enjoy lunch at the Francis Ford Coppola winery, browse a wide selection of cannabis products at a dispensary, all in California’s famed wine country.

https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/19/08/14197165/francis-ford-coppola-pairs-cannabis-and-wine-to-create-unique-sonoma-county-tours

8 Things You Should Know About Casamigos

Celebrity endorsements and billion-dollar business deals are only part of this story

https://vinepair.com/articles/casamigos-tequila-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=bac3a84697-AUG_5_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-bac3a84697-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-bac3a84697-38937345&mc_cid=bac3a84697&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

101 Reasons To Pour Another Glass Of Wine

Maybe these 101 reasons are just what you need to dive right into another glass of vino.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/101-reasons-to-pour-another-glass-of-wine/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=bac3a84697-AUG_5_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-bac3a84697-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-bac3a84697-38937345&mc_cid=bac3a84697&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

WHOLE FOODS TAKES ANOTHER SHOT AT ACQUIRING LIQUOR LICENSE IN LYNNFIELD MA

Two years ago, they argued the competition would hurt their business and the 13,000 residents already have three liquor stores from which to choose.

https://www.itemlive.com/2019/08/05/whole-foods-takes-another-shot-at-acquiring-liquor-license-in-lynnfield/

Here Are Some of the Best Accounts of Wine Instagram

Here are a few labels, organizations, and personalities worth following on Instagram to keep your wine IQ healthy.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-wine-instagram-accounts/

Everything You Need to Know About Chardonnay

Here’s everything you need to know to form your own opinion about this reveled, reviled, and revived wine.

https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/a28590403/best-chardonnay-white-wine-guide/

How to Pair Wine with Shrimp

Shrimp is the most consumed seafood in the U.S., used in everything from soups, stews and salads to pastas, tacos, stir-fries, curries, ceviche and sushi.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/05/how-to-pair-wine-with-shrimp/

Why U.S. Buyers Can’t Get Wine from British Columbia

Sommelier Zach Geballe details his quest to get Okanagan Valley wines onto his list—and what’s standing in the way

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-u-s-buyers-cant-get-wine-from-british-columbia/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=75373023&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_smRU1HNBuRY03us4XyDMcYSpxzr5-JW51GSnmrmb6LnsCdgdcvCUDBOOf6pchBk8Iap7IHUlPR_LI4Tfuk0x5NyR7-QZYFOmsiTXoj0x8MaP1aos&_hsmi=75373356

Why we like what we like: A scientist’s surprising findings

Your genes, your germs, and your environment all may influence your tastes in food—as well as partners and politics.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2019/08/why-we-like-what-we-like-a-scientists-surprising-findings/

Artificial ‘tongue’ can ‘taste’ fake whisky

The taster is made from sub-microscopic slices of gold and metal arranged in a checkerboard pattern, creating ‘tastebuds’ that are around 500 times smaller that the human equivalent.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/artificial-tongue-can-taste-fake-whisky/

VEGAN ‘EGG WHITES’ PRODUCED FROM BEER WASTE

The start-up, which was founded in March this year, has made its protein alternative from spent yeast used during the brewing process.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/vegan-egg-whites-produced-from-beer-waste/

What’s the Most Common Mistake People Make in Wine Country?

To help you avoid making rookie mistakes on your next wine-cation, we asked 10 sommeliers for their top tips when visiting wine country.

https://vinepair.com/articles/sommelier-wine-country-guide/

A Quick Guide to Field Blends

Before there were varietal bottlings and modern cuvée blends, there were humble field blends.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/06/a-quick-guide-to-field-blends/

New Amsterdam

New Amsterdam Vodka is introducing a new pink lemonade-flavored offering called Pink Whitney. The new entry was inspired by the preferred New Amsterdam serve of former NHL player Ryan Whitney, host of the Barstool Sports podcast Spittin’ Chiclets. New Amsterdam Pink Whitney vodka ($15 a 750-ml.) will roll out nationwide starting this September. E.&J. Gallo-owned New Amsterdam is the third-largest vodka in the U.S., depleting 5.2 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

Your Guide to Bordeaux’s Premium Value Wines

Ready to dive in? Here’s your cheat sheet to the best that Bordeaux’s Côtes have to offer.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/08/06/your-guide-bordeauxs-premium-value-wines/

This Gadget Can Chill a Whole Bottle of Wine in Just 15 Minutes

Because is there anything worse than warm white wine?

https://www.foodnetwork.com/fn-dish/shopping/2019/08/newward-wine-chiller-amazon

Let’s Explore Rosé Wine Methods

This video explores 2 popular rosé wine methods and what makes this style unique.

https://winefolly.com/episode/lets-explore-rose-wine-methods-video/

A New Way to Determine When to Pick Grapes

Hand-held device reads color accumulation in berry skins

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=217887

The top 10 destinations for Italian wine exports? China isn’t on the list

According to Istat data, 2019 (From Italian Wine Central) of the 20 top destinations for Italian wine exports, 2018, China isn’t even in the top 10.

https://acevola.blogspot.com/2019/08/the-top-10-destinations-for-italian.html

THE TRUTHS & MISCONCEPTIONS OF NATURAL WINE

Despite natural wine’s swift rise in popularity, the category still remains one of the most misunderstood in the wine world

http://imbibemagazine.com/natural-wine-myths-with-alice-feiring/

Scientists create ‘vodka’ made from Chernobyl grains

Social enterprise The Chernobyl Spirit Company has been set up to produce and sell the new ‘vodka’, called Atomik.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/08/scientists-create-vodka-made-from-chernobyl-grains/

Why Wine is Essential to Being a Good Mother

When you think of motherhood, ingesting substances is not the first thing that comes to mind. But a lot of us mothers would tell you that they have become an integral part of the process.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wine-and-motherhood-an-unlikely-combination/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=eb70ac3685-AUG_8_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-eb70ac3685-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-eb70ac3685-38937345&mc_cid=eb70ac3685&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Whistle Pig

WhistlePig is launching its most mature whiskey to date, WhistlePig Double Malt Rye—Aged 18 Years. It’s distilled from a mash bill that includes both malted rye and malted barley, a traditional formulation that grew rarer over the years. The full mash bill is 79% rye, 15% malted rye, and 6% malted barley. Double Malt Rye is bottled at 46% abv in a decanter adapted from a WhistlePig bottle and accompanied by a glass stopper custom-made by Burlington, Vermont-based AO Glass, using a salvaged 19th century glass pressing machine. Limited quantities will be released each year to select liquor stores and on-premise locations nationwide at a suggested retail price of $400 a 750-ml.

Liquor Ties Wine as Second-Favorite Adult Beverage in U.S.

Beer continues to be the alcoholic beverage U.S. drinkers say they drink most often; but, for the first time in Gallup trends, liquor essentially ties wine in second place.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/264335/liquor-ties-wine-second-favorite-adult-beverage.aspx

AN INITIATIVE PETITION FOR A LAW RELATIVE TO THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE BY FOOD STORES IN MA

Most concerning is that it allows for unlimited licenses for the new “food stores” classification.

https://www.masspack.org/resources/Documents/1.%20Ballot%20Question_Cumberland%20Farms.pdf

Listen To Podcast On Subject

https://wsar.com/assets/podcaster/1569/2019_08_09_1569_82804_4659.mp3

7 things to know about the debate over Newport RI liquor licenses

There’s been quite a buzz in Newport lately regarding liquor licenses and there’s quite a bit of information flying around, so here’s a quick breakdown of what you need to know:

https://www.newportri.com/news/20190809/7-things-to-know-about-debate-over-newports-liquor-licenses

Here are the current liquor licenses in Newport

https://www.newportri.com/news/20190809/here-are-current-liquor-licenses-in-newport

Pairing Challenging Summer Vegetables With Wine

Because of their green, vegetal character they can be tricky when they interact with many wines.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizazimmerman/2019/08/09/pairing-challenging-summer-vegetables-with-wine/#6904cb622374

Do you know the lingo of wine harvest?

While the steps aren’t complicated, most involve a chemistry lesson. Here’s a quick hit glossary that will help you follow the action.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/pegmelnik/9875701-181/do-you-know-the-lingo?sba=AAS

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Liquor Industry News 08-12-19

August 12, 2019

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/when-will-wine-label-backfire

Liquor Industry News

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By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

08-12-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Wine Water

What’s the Difference Between Beer Pong and Beirut?

How To Enjoy Alcohol Without Ruining Your Diet

When will a wine label backfire?

Tank Garage Winery caused a small storm on social media this week, when they released a wine with a pornographic label. Is there a place for such labels?

Tequila Can Be Made Sustainably, but That Doesn’t Mean It Necessarily Is

As agave prices oscillate, farmers may be forced to cut corners with less sustainable practices, such as using agrochemicals and harvesting agave plants years early.

https://vinepair.com/articles/is-tequila-sustainable/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=09bf1edc76-JUL_29_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-09bf1edc76-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-09bf1edc76-38937345&mc_cid=09bf1edc76&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Bacon Shot Glasses Are Real And They Are Glorious

All you need to do is create your molds, wrap bacon around them, and then bake.

https://vinepair.com/buzzed/bacon-shot-glasses-are-real-and-they-are-glorious/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=09bf1edc76-JUL_29_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-09bf1edc76-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-09bf1edc76-38937345&mc_cid=09bf1edc76&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Separating Acidity and Freshness in Wine

The terms are often used interchangeably

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/07/separating-acidity-and-freshness-in-wine

Red Wine Compound for Treating Depression and Anxiety?

A nice, relaxing glass of Bordeaux or Cabernet might easily seem like the perfect treatment for an anxious or slightly depressed state

https://www.genengnews.com/news/red-wine-compound-for-treating-depression-and-anxiety/

How To Enjoy Alcohol Without Ruining Your Diet

Much like dessert, alcohol, when consumed responsibly, can be a part of your healthy diet plan

https://www.forbes.com/sites/nomanazish/2019/07/28/how-to-enjoy-alcohol-without-ruining-your-diet/#5a33b503bd2e

PENN STATE UNIVERSITY SUES ‘BREWERY’ FOR TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT

The institution is suing Sports Beer for trademark infringement, unfair competition and trademark dilution, claiming that the company has “engaged in a brazen, wilful effort to exploit and trade on the fame and goodwill associated with Penn State’s rights in the famous Penn State and Nittany Lions trademarks”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/penn-state-university-sues-brewery-for-trademark-infringement/

I’m a bartender — here are 7 brands you’re spending way too much money on, and what you should be ordering instead

But if you’re taking a hard look at quality for price, there are some booze brands you order that leave us scratching our heads: Why do so many people shell out so much money to drink them?

https://www.businessinsider.com/bar-alcohol-expensive-liquor-cheap-alternatives-2019-7

A Push-Button Device for Aerating Wine

This just-launched contraption lets you aerate wines to your preference with the turn of a dial and the push of a button.

https://www.urbandaddy.com/articles/43117/a-push-button-device-for-aerating-wine

Do you buy wine based on the label? Look past the design to these features

First of all, there are significant legal requirements as to what must appear on a wine label.

https://www.desertsun.com/story/life/food/2019/07/29/how-read-wine-label-tips-palm-springs-area-collector/1839946001/

How to Turn a Beer Can Into a Camp Stove

Watch the video above and see how your beer can save the day.

https://www.outsideonline.com/2400368/how-turn-beer-can-camp-stove

SARAH JESSICA PARKER’S WINE BRAND REVEALED

The first bottles of Marlborough Sauvignon from American actress Sarah Jessica Parker’s new wine range – Invivo X – will go on sale in the US this September.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/sarah-jessica-parkers-wine-brand-revealed/

Star Trek connoisseurs can now sip Chateau Picard wine for real

Skip the Earl Grey tea and pour yourself a real glass of wine from a fictional Starfleet captain.

https://www.cnet.com/news/star-trek-connoisseurs-can-now-sip-chateau-picard-wine-for-real/

What Somms Miss When They Aren’t Familiar With ‘Big Wine’

There’s a decent chance that you, reader, might be more familiar with some of the most widely distributed wines in the market than the majority of sommeliers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/what-somms-miss-when-they-arent-familiar-with-big-wine/

What’s the Difference Between Beer Pong and Beirut?

Beirut — a game with a similar outcome (drunkenness) but different rules — came about in the 1980s, at either Bucknell or Lehigh

https://www.eater.com/2019/7/31/20747064/whats-the-difference-beer-pong-beirut

This Certified Beer Server Says These Are The Top Trends To Watch For

From local brews to original flavors, craft beer brewers are continuing to give imbibers what they want — a unique sipping experience.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilycappiello/2019/07/31/these-are-the-new-beer-trends-to-watch-for-according-to-this-cicerone/#73b1a2761899

New Cider

Massachusetts Bay Brewing Company has debuted a new City Roots Cider brand with three releases. The initial lineup consists of Original Dry, Rosé, and Pumpkin cider, and the company says more flavors are forthcoming. Original is available in 12-ounce cans, 16-ounce cans, and on draft. Rosé and Pumpkin are available in 16-ounce cans and on draft. City Roots is now being distributed in New England, with further expansion planned for the near future. Boston-based Massachusetts Bay Brewing’s portfolio also includes Harpoon Brewery, UFO Beers, Clown Shoes, and Arctic Summer.

GARY VAYNERCHUK LAUNCHES DISRUPTIVE NEW WINE CO

New York-based wine critic-turned media mogul Gary Vaynerchuk has re-entered the wine business with a disruptive new direct to consumer wine company called Empathy.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/08/gary-vaynerchuk-launches-disruptive-new-wine-co/

9 Drinks That Only People Who Grew Up In The ’70s Will Understand

One thing we can’t imagine reviving from the Me Decade: the cocktail culture.

https://vinepair.com/articles/9-drinks-that-only-people-that-grew-up-in-the-70s-will-understand/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b2c8cc2931-AUG_1_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b2c8cc2931-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b2c8cc2931-38937345&mc_cid=b2c8cc2931&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Joseph Wagner Unveils Böen Wines

A Return to His Iconic Style That Brought California Pinot Noir to the Masses

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/5th-generation-winemaker-joseph-wagner-unveils-boen-wines-a-return-to-his-iconic-style-that-brought-california-pinot-noir-to-the-masses-300894847.html

Also

https://www.shankennewsdaily.com/index.php/2019/08/01/23574/exclusive-copper-cane-launches-boen-tri-county-pinot-noir-and-chardonnay-taking-aim-at-meiomi/

Cannabis-interested adults likely to be tobacco-smoking beer drinkers: Nielsen

Wine Water

O.Vine, with its beautifully designed glass bottles, seems appropriately celebratory for a dinner party or a special occasion

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/voraciously/wp/2019/08/01/add-wine-water-to-the-list-of-options-for-the-sober-curious-and-lacroix-fatigued/?utm_term=.b43ad6689472

Crémant d’Alsace: The French Sparkling Wine You Should Be Drinking More Of

Champagne may still be king, but France produces plenty of great sparkling wine beyond the Champagne region too, and for a fraction of the price.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/ambergibson/2019/08/01/cremant-dalsace-the-french-sparkling-wine-you-should-be-drinking-more-of/#3ac83cc07b8d

Discovery of dye stains image of Corsica’s ‘naturally blue’ wine

It appears the curious blue “wine of the sea” may be less natural than it says on the box,

http://en.rfi.fr/france/20190801-discovery-dye-stains-corsicas-naturally-blue-wine

Zonin: An Insider Look at Italy’s Largest Family-Owned Winery

As Italy’s largest family-owned wine company, the brand Zonin 1821 has always had a certain savvy when it came to marketing the wines from their many Italian estates.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/marisadvari/2019/08/01/zonin-an-insider-look-at-italys-largest-family-owned-winery/#3038e8084099

A Wine Geek’s Guide to Sake, for Beginners

Here are a few basics for decrypting them:

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2019/07/sake-to-try-beginners-sake-101.html

How Technology Is Changing The Way We Drink Wine

Technology has come so far that it has become possible to predict whether you’ll like a wine before you even open the bottle and taste it.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4094193.html

Food and Wine Pairing in Less Than 500 Words

http://www.timgaiser.com/blog/food-and-wine-pairing-in-less-than-500-words

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Liquor Industry News 08-05-19

August 5, 2019

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The secret to picking the perfect bottle of wine might be on the back label

Diageo to debut Walking Dead whiskey

American Breweries Survived Prohibition by Making Near-Beer, Baby Formula, and Ice Cream

PRINTER INK COSTS 10 TIMES MORE THAN VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE

The ink was also found to be more expensive than both Brent Crude Oil and Chanel No.5 perfume.

IS ALL NATURAL WINE ORGANIC?

The short answer to your question is no, but let me explain. Natural wine as a term is not regulated, and several definitions exist. According to Raw Wine, the premier festival devoted to wine we might call natural, “no legal definitions of natural wine currently exist, but various official-ish ones do, set by groups of growers in various countries, including France, Italy and Spain.” These official-ish definitions state that growers should practice organic or biodynamic farming, but, due to geographic diversity and other factors, a winery is not required to be certified organic in order to produce what it calls natural wine. Because of this, one cannot guarantee that every bottle of natural wine is indeed organic.

The moral of the story is that if your goal is to drink organic wine, either make sure the wine is certified as such, or do your research. Many producers say the reason they can’t officially label their wines “organic” is because certification is so expensive. That means it’s on you to make sure you’re buying wine and supporting farmers you believe in.

Woman transforms wine-stained outfit into ‘genius’ tie-dye look

With the help of her friends, Walton ordered more wine from the bar and soaked her jumpsuit in the sink to create an impressive tie-dye pattern – another SS19 trend to tick from the list.

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/woman-wine-race-day-outfit-tie-dye-120107557.html

How to travel the world according to your taste in wine

The particular fusion of grapes, climate and wine-making processes all come together to anchor the memory of that particular destination for years to come.

https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/best-wine-countries-a4194041.html

The Best Wine Cocktail Recipes for Your Wedding Bar Menu

Between red wine spritzers and champagne punch, these wine cocktail recipes can be the exact answer you were looking for when it comes to finalizing your bar plans.

https://www.brides.com/gallery/best-wine-cocktail-recipes

Rosé Prosecco Doesn’t Actually Exist—But It Will Soon

Nearly 200 producers of Prosecco in Italy make a rosé sparkling wine. But there’s a catch: They cannot legally call it Prosecco.

https://fortune.com/2019/07/21/rose-prosecco/

PINA COLADA WINE PUNCH

It has all of those classic pineapple and coconut flavors mixed with sweet moscato wine for one heck of a refreshing party punch.

https://www.missinthekitchen.com/pina-colada-wine-punch/

Hot brand Josh Cellars propels Napa Valley’s Joseph Carr Wines from near bankruptcy to success

Napa Valley-based Joseph Carr Wines has rocketed to production of nearly 3 million cases this year, and plans call for that to grow to 5 million in coming years.

https://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/northbay/napacounty/9801848-181/joseph-carr-josh-cellars-wine-business

From Apollo 11 engineer to winemaker

He’s been at the helm of Henry Estate Winery ever since, producing award-winning wine in the heart of the Umpqua Valley.

https://www.khou.com/article/tech/science/aerospace/apollo-11/from-apollo-11-engineer-to-winemaker/285-110b7c0f-0e6e-4d76-99bb-533eb76c8647

What is the point of replica wines?

The bargains on offer from Replica Wines, a young company based in Colorado, are quite similar. Buyers of its $20.00 Retrofit can get four bottles for the price of one bottle of Far Niente, the Napa wine on which it is based.

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/what-point-replica-wines

9 Things You Should Know About White Claw Hard Seltzer

Wondering what the hype is about?

https://vinepair.com/articles/white-claw-alcohol-hard-seltzer-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6549403ac5-JUL_22_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6549403ac5-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-6549403ac5-38937345&mc_cid=6549403ac5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

6 expert tips for reading a beer label

I surveyed several local experts for tips on how to select the perfect craft beer.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/lifestyle/food-dining/2019/07/22/expert-tips-for-reading-beer-label/ECmSwyo4uq3F6BfKiR3l1K/story.html

Campari: a brand history

Campari’s global sales are around 3.5 million cases, but that could grow exponentially if you think of the success of Aperol that has boomed thanks to the popularity of Prosecco

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/campari-a-brand-history/

WORLD’S FIRST SPARKLING WINE MADE IN COMPLETE DARKNESS LAUNCHED

Called Untouched by Light, the fizz is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in Slovenia’s Gornja Radgona region picked on “moonless nights”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/worlds-first-sparkling-wine-made-in-complete-darkness-launched/

THE ART OF WINE

Fine art and fine wine are enjoying a golden age at auction.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/in-focus-the-art-of-wine/

GIN MADE FROM PEAS COULD LIMIT SPIRIT’S ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

Unlike wheat, peas do not need nitrogen fertiliser, which can result in air and water pollution.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/gin-made-from-peas-could-limit-spirits-environmental-impact/

Vodka’s Super-Premium Leaders

Cheez-It and a boxed wine company are teaming up.

House Wine and Kellog are partnering to sell a wine-and-Cheez-It box — that’s a box of red wine and box of Cheez-Its, not Cheez-it flavored wine — for a limited time.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/23/business/cheez-it-wine/index.html

How To Find Great Wine At A Grocery Store For Under $20

Whether at a local package shop or a warehouse-sized superstore, superior wines are waiting to be hauled in at the $10-$20 range. In fact, survey after survey shows that even those with so-called ‘sophisticated’ palates, fail to reliably recognize the difference between a $50 bottle and a $15 when tasted blind.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/bradjaphe/2019/07/22/how-to-find-great-wine-at-a-grocery-store-for-under-20/#1996e63b5d81

What The White Wine Emoji Says About How We Communicate In 2019

This week the The Unicode Technical Committee (UTC) will meet at the Microsoft Campus in Washington State, and before it rests the proposal for a white wine emoji.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2019/07/22/what-the-white-wine-emoji-says-about-how-we-communicate-in-2019/#6079db7d4394

What the Supreme Court Said—and Didn’t Say—About Wine

Direct shipping advocates, who believe the laws in 37 states forbidding out-of-state retailers from shipping wine are unconstitutional, have said the decision effectively renders those laws dead. The Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America issued a statement saying, basically, that nothing has changed.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/what-the-supreme-court-said-and-didn-t-say-about-wine

This Is the Easiest (and Most Fun!) Way to Make Wine Slushies

Rabbit Freezeable Cocktail Maker

https://www.thekitchn.com/wine-slushies-rabbit-review-22935351?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Category%2FChannel%3A+main

Yao Ming’s post-NBA retirement plan in the Napa Valley’s wine business falls victim to China’s tit-for-tat tariffs on US products

Yao Family Wines’ export business dropped by half over the past year

https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3019719/yao-mings-post-nba-retirement-plan-napa-valleys-wine

Should the FTC allow the Gallo/Constellation deal?

Gallo is already the largest wine producer in the world. In April, it agreed to buy 30 wine brands from Constellation for $1.7 billion. But the Federal Trade Commission is holding up the sale, presumably to see if it would make the wine industry less competitive.

https://blog.wblakegray.com/2019/07/should-ftc-allow-galloconstellation-deal.html?fbclid=IwAR2KDxdZubzpmdpaUV4jgD0GcwwTGK4siBsaO2up0JXRqp-xWmdMef8GsGg

Woodford Reserve adds wheat whiskey to line-up

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey is available globally. The expression is based on “historical recipes” but is influenced by the core Woodford Reserve Bourbon.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/woodford-reserve-adds-wheat-whiskey-to-line-up/

You’ve Probably Never Tried the World’s Most Popular Liquor

Baijiu has been around for thousands of years.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/chinese-baijiu-liquor

TEQUILA AND MEZCAL TRENDS

The appetite for agave shows no sign of diminishing. With the likes of Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney, pop star Justin Timberlake, singer Rita Ora and Sex and the City’s Chris Noth putting their names behind Tequila and mezcal, the influence of celebrities in the category is marked.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/in-focus-tequila-and-mezcal-trends/

TECH STARTUP DEVELOPS APP THAT CAN TRANSLATE WINE LABELS

Artificial intelligence reads and interprets the content and augmented reality projects the new text back onto the label, right in front of you.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/tech-startup-develops-app-that-can-translate-wine-labels/

The Most Popular Beer Brands in America (Map)

Bud Light is the most searched-for beer in 22 of the 35 states with data available

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-beers-every-state-usa-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6c64c1cf6d-SET_TO_DATE_COPY_08&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6c64c1cf6d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-6c64c1cf6d-38937345&mc_cid=6c64c1cf6d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Pinot Noir

Treasury Wine Estates has launched a new Pinot Noir label. Fighting Chance Pinot Noir ($26) is a blend of 90% Pinot Noir, 8% Petite Sirah, and 2% other red varietals, all sourced from such Santa Barbara County vineyards as North Canyon, Cat Canyon, and Fiddlestix. The new brand, which is now available nationwide, is made by winemaker Adam Poirier, who’s been with Treasury since 2016. Treasury’s California portfolio also includes the Sterling Vineyards, Stags’ Leap, and Beringer brands.

American Breweries Survived Prohibition by Making Near-Beer, Baby Formula, and Ice Cream

A handful of breweries found clever ways to stick it out, shifting gears (sometimes literally) to produce other products

https://vinepair.com/articles/8-american-breweries-survived-prohibition/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f288476714-JUL_23_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f288476714-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-f288476714-38937345&mc_cid=f288476714&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

8 Things to Do With Leftover Rosé Wine

Assuming you don’t feel like drinking your leftover rosé, there are a number of good uses for it.

https://vinepair.com/articles/8-things-to-do-with-leftover-rose-wine/

A Beginner’s Guide to Champagne

Champagne can feel confusing at times, and for good reason. It involves a complicated winemaking process and a dictionary of French terminology.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/23/a-beginners-guide-to-champagne/

When it comes to cheese and wine pairings, this expert has Gouda advice

How to pair wines — from sparkling to dessert — with the best cheeses from California to Italy.

https://www.pacificsandiego.com/eat-drink/story/2019-07-23/cheese-wine-pairings-venissimo-robert-graff-san-diego

How good is canned wine?

Eduardo Dingler explores the growth in canned wine sales in the USA, and now the UK – and at $25 dollars a can in some cases, it’s not just the house wines…

https://www.decanter.com/decanter-best/canned-wine-405876/#9U7yYEC4ic6MZLvK.99

How Winemakers Analyze pH and Its Impact on Wine

Measuring a wine’s pH provides clues to acidity and character, but it doesn’t tell you everything

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/how-winemakers-analyze-ph-and-its-impact-on-wine/

Wine Snobs Don’t Want to Share

At the event, people we don’t know hold out a glass and say, “I’ll have a glass of that.”

https://www.uexpress.com/miss-manners/2019/7/24/wine-snobs-dont-want-to-share

Pros and Cons of Private Labeling

The private label market is now at 8 to 10 percent of market penetration,

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=217164

Protecting vineyards with drones

Aerial drones could eventually help Washington farmers recoup some of the $80 million a year in crop damages caused by birds.

https://news.wsu.edu/2019/07/22/protecting-vineyards-drones/

Gum Drops and Candy Hearts are … grape varieties?

The story of flavored grapes started improbably in 1964

https://www.latimes.com/food/story/2019-07-22/gum-drop-grapes-candy-hearts-murray-family-farms

“Skin Flick,” a skin-fermented white wine blend, celebrates Golden Age of Porn

Tank Garage Winery is excited to release “Skin Flick,” a skin-fermented white wine blend, to celebrate the Golden Age of Porn, an era of decadent glamour and sexual revolution back in the late-’70s through early-’80s.

https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=217115

Diageo to debut Walking Dead whiskey

The Walking Dead Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has been launched under Spirits of the Apocalypse – a “strategic alliance” between Diageo and Skybound Entertainment, the firm behind The Walking Dead comic series.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/diageo-to-debut-walking-dead-whiskey/

Jack Daniel’s and Shoe Surgeon unveil bespoke trainers

The collaboration saw the Shoe Surgeon team create sneakers inspired by elements of Jack Daniel’s branding.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/jack-daniels-and-shoe-surgeon-unveil-bespoke-trainers/

FACEBOOK TO ENFORCE AGE RESTRICTIONS FOR ALCOHOL POSTS

Any businesses that post content related to the sale or transfer of these protest must restrict their content to those aged over 18. Facebook also told CNN that this also referred to any Facebook groups set up for the sale of alcohol and tobacco products.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/facebook-to-enforce-age-restrictions-for-alcohol-posts/

NANOTECHNOLOGY ‘KEY TO REMOVING WINE FAULTS’, RESEARCHERS FIND

The use of tiny magnetic nanoparticles may be key to removing faults such as smoke and cork taint from wine easily and safely, researchers in Australia have said, after success in removing proteins and unwanted aromas.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/nanotechnology-key-to-removing-wine-faults-researchers-find/

Home renovation unearthed hidden beer cans worth thousands of dollars

When the family discovered that one of the columns on his front porch was full of empty beer cans and whiskey bottles, it was actually great news

https://www.foxnews.com/real-estate/valuable-beer-cans-home-renovation-kansas-city

4 Good Red Wines For Beginners

Here are four good red wines that aim to please

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/4-good-red-wines-for-beginners-crowd-pleasers/?utm_campaign=7%2F25%2F2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Wine%20for%20beginners%2C%20Corked%20Wine%2C%20Cheese%20poster%20%28NA2Ti5%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

How to Tell if Wine is Corked

Pair Cheese With Sparkling Wine

A growing trend and a very rewarding one too if you can get the perfect match

https://www.glassofbubbly.com/pair-cheese-with-sparkling-wine/

WINES FROM SPAIN ENDORSES SPANISH WINE SCHOLAR PROGRAM

Joining its sister programs, French Wine Scholar and Italian Wine Scholar, the Spanish Wine Scholar will provide an advanced and comprehensive specialisation study and certification program

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/wines-from-spain-endorses-spanish-wine-scholar-program/

This Bar Built A White Claw Claw Game Machine

Forget pool tables and trivia, at this Arizona bar, drinkers entertain themselves playing a unique game machine.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/white-claw-claw-game-machine/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1aef371115-JUL_26_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1aef371115-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-1aef371115-38937345&mc_cid=1aef371115&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

5 Reasons To Love The Wine Industry Right Now

Why choose wine with its unique and sometimes enervating lineup of challenges?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/07/24/5-reasons-to-love-the-wine-industry-right-now/#379545bf443c

A fantastic wine from each state in the U.S. to try this summer

All 50 states in the union produce wine from grapes, fruit or honey, and this summer is the perfect time to try a bottle from each one.

https://www.10best.com/interests/drinks/the-best-summer-wines-to-try-from-all-50-states/

Inside Asolo: The ‘Other’ Prosecco DOCG Sparkling Wine Region

The Asolo DOCG region is located an hour north of Venice.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/marisadvari/2019/07/24/asolo-the-other-prosecco-docg-sparkling-wine-region/#295dfb9657bc

Intermittent Fasting and Alcohol: Can You Combine Them?

This article examines how alcohol affects intermittent fasting and reviews whether certain drinks are better than others.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/intermittent-fasting-and-alcohol

The 500 Milestone

For whatever reason, the cow horns are the only known container that transforms raw manure to the rich humus that is BD 500.

https://winecampblog.com/journal/2019/7/24/the-500-milestone

New DOCG

DOCG #75 is in for 🇮🇹 now we can sleep in tightly…🙄 Wine Scholar Guild news #boston #italianwine #winelover 🍷

“At the beginning of July the DOC Tullum/Terre Tollesi in Abruzzo was elevated to DOCG. The DOC was originally created in 2008.

Although this area has long-standing winemaking tradition, this DOC is rather obscure and considerably small. The area under vine accounts for less than 25 ha (60 ac). There are currently only two producers using the Tullum DOC designation and the total production accounts for about less than 100,000 bottles. According to the consorzio, the DOCG will soon attract more producers to invest in this area.

The DOC allowed for a wide range of grapes and styles. Following the introduction of the DOCG however, the grapes and wine styles allowed have been restricted to Montepulciano (labeled as Rosso) and varietal Pecorino and Passerina. A spumante (Chardonnay based) is still allowed under the DOCG.”

New 90+

Latitude Beverage has expanded its portfolio of California wines, adding two new releases to its 90+ Cellars brand and one to its Magic Door brand. To 90+ Cellars, the company has added Lot 179 Pinot Noir ($12) and Lot 173 Cabernet Sauvignon ($27). The latter is a St. Helena, Napa Valley-sourced wine that will be released as part of the brand’s Collector Series. Latitude’s third new California wine is a Rutherford, Napa Valley-sourced Cabernet Sauvignon for the Magic Door brand ($27).

The secret to picking the perfect bottle of wine might be on the back label

Shopping by the importer whose label is on the back of the bottle has been a savvy wine hack for decades, a decoder ring for consumers to suss out quality amid the ever-expanding and always changing world of international wine options

https://www.latimes.com/food/story/2019-07-24/how-to-pick-wine-label-secret-tips

How to Wine, Dine and Stay Fit

You’re a wine professional. You’re surrounded by wine, and chances are you have a chance to consume quite a bit over the course of a day.

https://abalancedglass.com/30-days-of-discovery/2019/guestposttimliuwineanddine

Free Flow Wines Celebrates Milestone 10 Year Anniversary

Free Flow Wines is now the leader in sustainable alternative packaging solutions for the wine industry, providing kegging and canning services for over 180 winery partners out of a new state-of-the-art production facility in Sonoma, CA

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/07/26/free-flow-wines-10-year-leadership-changes?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=eb323e1822-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_07_26_09_07&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-eb323e1822-64683881

10 Things You Should Know About Sassicaia

How did one wine make such large waves?

https://vinepair.com/articles/sassicaia-italy-wine-guide/

Wine-infused pasta is cooked in giant cheese wheel

The pink fettuccine is prepared tableside in a flaming cheese wheel and served with parmesan and truffles.

https://www.businessinsider.com/wine-pasta-in-nyc-2018-9

5 Ways to Become a Better Wine Taster

It takes years to become a real wine expert. It takes years of preparation and commitment. Nevertheless, here are five ways to help make anyone a better wine taster.

https://thriveglobal.com/stories/5-ways-to-become-a-better-wine-taster/

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July 29, 2019

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Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

07-29-2019

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

10 Easy Vodka Cocktails Because Summer

Non-Alcoholic Beer Is for Everyone Now—Yes, Even You

The Bottom Line on Sulfites in Wine

Mac And Cheese With Beer!

It’s summer—and yes, everything this time of year is a little bit better when you have a can of beer by your side.

Jack Daniel’s adds beer barrel-finished whiskey to Tasters’ line

Jack Daniel’s has extended its Tennessee Tasters’ Selection experimental whiskey range with the launch of two expressions: Barrel Proof Rye and Reunion Barrel #2.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/jack-daniels-adds-beer-barrel-finished-whiskey-to-tasters-line/

Top seven best-selling speciality spirits

The burgeoning low-alcohol movement and growing popularity of the apéritif occasion have helped take speciality spirits global. We look at the brands taking the category by storm.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/top-seven-best-selling-speciality-spirits-2/

BREAKING BAD STARS LAUNCH MEZCAL

Joining a host of celebrities associated with tequila brands, Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul are the latest to move into the drinks industry with agave spirits.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/breaking-bad-stars-launch-mezcal/

BARREL-FERMENTED ALBARINO TO BECOME URUGUAY’S PRICIEST WHITE WINE

Pioneer in top-end wine production from Uruguay, Bodega Garzón is to make a flagship white wine from Albariño fermented in a cigar-shaped oak barrel, potentially from this year’s vintage.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/barrel-fermented-albarino-to-become-uruguays-priciest-white-wine/

Hennessy Sangria Recipe

If you’re looking to kick your sangria up a notch, check out this simple Henny Sangria recipe that your friends and family will certainly love at the next cookout.

https://vinepair.com/cocktail-recipe/hennessy-sangria-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e4123c5c94-JULY_15_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e4123c5c94-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-e4123c5c94-38937345&mc_cid=e4123c5c94&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Hashing Out A New Language For Wine: Show, Don’t Tell

The wine times, they are a-changin’. Here are three ways we can see it clearly

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/07/12/hashing-out-a-new-language-for-wine-show-dont-tell/#da55a3d45087

Bronco, Gallo & other large wineries dominate Napa County with 70% of permitted production

While the name “Napa” has come to represent pinnacle of American ultra-fine wine ,in reality, 45% of the permitted production is vested in two companies with budget wine reputations — Gallo and Bronco.

http://wineindustryinsight.com/?p=101240

Germany Might Be Producing the Best Pinot Noirs Available Today

Today Germany has 29,000 acres of Pinot Noir, the third most plantings in the world after France and the United States—and now American wine drinkers are taking notice.

https://fortune.com/longform/germany-pinot-noir/

Winemaker Demands To Know What’s In The Wine

No-one was tackling the alcohol-free wine sector to cater to the next generation of wine drinkers who don’t want to consume alcohol.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/margiegoldsmith/2019/07/15/winemaker-demands-to-know-whats-in-the-wine/#503f7c2539f5

Wine Science Cafés are great

Anyone can meet to discuss the latest ideas of science that are impacting wine sector.

https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2019/07/14/wine-science-cafes-are-great-at-least-i-think-so/

Popping prosecco’s bubble

ustralian farmers want to export more to Europe’s half a billion people. But they risk losing the right to market their products as prosecco, feta and parmesan.

After changing the grape name to glera in 2009, the European Commission wanted to register Prosecco as a GI in Australia in 2013, but the bid failed after Australia argued it had adopted the name because it was a generic variety name like chardonnay.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-07-13/popping-prosecco-bubble-europe-geographic-indicators-trade/11185078

Top five best-selling ready-to-drink brands

As consumers seek convenience, the ready-to-drink sector has been quick to meet this demand with a torrent of new, innovative offerings. We look at the brands dominating the category.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/top-five-best-selling-ready-to-drink-brands/

White Claw Rips Into Craft Beer Sales

On their own, hard seltzer sales increased nearly 211 percent

ALWAYS IN STOCK!

https://vinepair.com/articles/hop-take-white-claw-craft-beer-sales/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=60736da9e6-JUL_15_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-60736da9e6-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-60736da9e6-38937345&mc_cid=60736da9e6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Love Red Wine But Hate the Stains It Leaves on Your Teeth? Wine Wipes Can Help

People with strong enamel and not a lot of plaque can emerge from a wine bar with a relatively clean smile, but for those of us without those markers of exceptional dental health, red wine usually leaves dark, unsightly stains.

http://mentalfloss.com/article/588237/red-wine-stains-wine-wipes-clean-teeth

Chiaretto: The Italian Rosé Wine

Chiaretto rosé wines are made from a majority of the Corvina grape, with some Rondinella and Molinara.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/marisadvari/2019/07/15/chiaretto-the-italian-ros-wine/#239897734f64

15 Helpful Words for Talking About Wine

Many wine authorities believe that a wine should be described as specifically as possible, breaking it down into a group of flavor and aroma components that, when all put together, describe the totality in the glass.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/15/dining/drinks/wine-terms.html

Top 10 Cannabis Infused Drinks Producers

Here is the list of top 10 cannabis-infused drinks producers and their products, every cannabis lover must try.

https://cannabisdrinksexpo.com/en/blog/insights-68/top-10-cannabis-infused-drinks-producers-111.htm

Wasps may save California vineyards from ‘invasion’ by Chinese fly

Tests to see if tiny wasps can fight off an expected ‘invasion’ of California vineyards by the spotted lanternfly, which is indigenous to China, are underway at the University of California Riverside.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/spotted-lanternfly-wine-california-420744/#SSV5bi7oL8hiUAJp.99

New Streaming Service Could Modernize The Spirits Industry By Getting Viewers To Shop While They Sip

Spirits Network will run as on-demand video programming for paid subscribers with content ranging from original historical documentaries and reviews and how-to’s — presented by hosts like Minnick — to rebroadcasted interviews with celebrities dishing on their favorite drinks.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/taranurin/2019/07/15/new-streaming-service-could-modernize-the-spirits-industry-by-getting-viewers-to-shop-while-they-sip/#257355666587

Can Champagne help to beat Wrinkles?

Champagne contains antioxidants and cellular activators such as organic acids, minerals and vitamins, which are said to help to slow down the ageing process and repair the skin.

https://www.glassofbubbly.com/can-champagne-help-to-beat-wrinkles/

New Wine Video Game

Hundred Days promises to follow the “entire winemaking process.” With the keys to a new winery, you’ll need to make decisions about vines, soil, yeast, harvesting, bottling, sales, and even marketing.

https://www.destructoid.com/hundred-days-is-a-video-game-about-making-wine-560817.phtml

Amorim combats counterfeiting with NFC-enabled corks

Leading cork producer Amorim has released a new range of bartop stoppers, which incorporate near field communication (NFC) technology to tackle counterfeiting.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/07/amorim-combats-counterfeiting-with-nfc-enabled-corks/

ITALY NAMED THE WORLD’S BEST WINE COUNTRY

The survey compared 30 different wine producing nations to see how they stacked up when it comes to the quality of its wine output, wine tastings, vineyard visits, and the cost of travel and accommodation.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/italy-named-worlds-best-wine-country/

LOUD NOISE SUPPRESSES OUR ABILITY TO TASTE

A professor of experimental psychology at the University of Oxford, said venues that play their music too loud are at risk of dulling diners’ taste buds.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/spence-loud-noise-suppresses-our-ability-to-taste/

ORCHARD PIG CIDER LAUNCHES “THE ULTIMATE STY-CATION”

Painted pink, “the world’s first portable piggy home” can accommodate 12 people and sleep two, equipped with “all the necessities for a night under the stars”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/orchard-pig-cider-launches-the-ultimate-sty-cation/

Will the Supreme Court’s Tennessee Decision Dramatically Change the U.S. Wine Market?

While the issue at hand was narrow in scope, the decision may have larger consequences for the wine market, including opening the door to challenges to laws that ban wine retailers from shipping to customers in other states.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/will-the-supreme-court-wine-decision-reshape-the-u-s-wine-market

What’s next for three-tier after the Supreme Court’s Tennessee retailer decision?

Don’t make too many bets three-tier will open up after the Tennessee retailer decision; we’ve been down that road before

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/whats-next-for-three-tier-after-the-supreme-courts-tennessee-retailer-decision/

Special La crema

Jackson Family Wines will introduce a special bottling of La Crema this fall. Created as part of La Crema’s 40th anniversary celebration, the special edition Russian River Valley Pinot Noir was made by current winemaker Craig McAllister in collaboration with La Crema’s founding winemaker Rod Berglund, now co-owner and winemaker of Joseph Swan Vineyards. It will roll out in limited quantities this autumn. La Crema will also host an anniversary celebration at the winery’s estate at Saralee’s Vineyard in the Russian River Valley on August 17.

Where was Wine Invented?

Many will think that the Romans invented wine – This is not the case though they added a great deal of advancing some of the viticulture practices and of course broadening its fan base as they expanding their empire.

https://www.glassofbubbly.com/where-was-wine-invented/

Does Alcohol Evaporate from Cooking Wine?

Just about everyone, including many professional chefs and backyard grillers, believes that all the alcohol added to a meal during the cooking process evaporates (or dissipates), leaving behind only a faint aroma and subtle taste.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/packages/food-network-essentials/cooking-wine-does-alcohol-burn-off

I Tried Tomato Wine and Lost

Could wine taste like this and be made out of tomatoes and still be wine?

https://prohbtd.com/read/i-tried-tomato-wine-and-lost/

Zonin USA, Inc. Announces Name Change and a Growing Portfolio

Italy’s largest privately-owned wine company, is pleased to announce that as of July 15, 2019 the name will formally be changed to 1821 Fine Wines & Spirits, A Zonin Family Company.

https://www.winebusiness.com/suppliernews/?go=getSupplierNewsArticle&dataId=216826

Wine Influencers and Thinking Like a Consumer

When it comes to wine marketing where we rarely stop and think like a consumer.

https://spitbucket.net/2019/07/16/wine-influencers-and-thinking-like-a-consumer/

Information about organic wines and production practices could be counterproductive.

Consumers are more willing to pay for wine that comes with an organic or organic grape label, but providing information about certification standards and organic production practices reduces consumer willingness to pay for all wines.

https://www.farmprogress.com/equipment/wine-industry-may-have-trouble-oversharing

Gallo Deal Uncertainty Delaying Grape Purchases

It’s tough for them to make decisions on buying grapes and investing in supply when they don’t know if the sale will be authorized,

http://agnetwest.com/gallo-deal-uncertainty-delaying-grape-purchases/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=117890f8c1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_07_17_09_46&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-117890f8c1-64683881

Time to declare sweetness levels in wine

How much information do consumers need to know about their wines? Robert Joseph argues that sugar levels, at the very least, should be declared.

https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/time-declare-sweetness-levels-wine

Taste & Terroir: A Recipe for a New Kind of Vodka

The terroir (geography, climate, weather) of the fields in Poland where its premium-grade Polska Rye is grown — and its impact on the taste of vodka.

https://vinepair.com/articles/taste-terroir-new-vodka/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=47448cac8b-JUL_18_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-47448cac8b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-47448cac8b-38937345&mc_cid=47448cac8b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

GLOBAL WINE PRODUCTION REACHED HISTORIC HIGH IN 2018

Global wine production in 2018 reached one of its highest levels since 2000 with a total volume of 292mhl, an increase of 17% compared to the volume recorded in 2017.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/global-wine-production-reached-historic-high-in-2018/

FOUR LAWSUITS FILED OVER US ALCOHOL SHIPPING LAWS

Branding the law “unconstitutional”, it ruled that states must treat in-state and out-of-state alcohol businesses in the same way. It also called the residency rules for corporations based outside the state who wished to get a retail license “extraordinarily restrictive”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/07/four-lawsuits-filed-challenging-us-interstate-alcohol-shipping-laws/

The Bottom Line on Sulfites in Wine

How much sulfites are in wine and how do they affect you? Let’s get to the bottom of sulfites in wine.

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/sulfites-in-wine/?utm_campaign=7%2F18%2F2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Cabernet%20Franc%2C%20Sulfites%2C%20Shirts%20%28M6yzwi%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

What Is Fortified Wine? Types, Benefits, and Downsides

In addition to its higher alcohol content, fortified wine boasts a unique flavor and aroma that sets it apart from regular varieties.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/fortified-wine

When will California become too hot to grow wine grapes?

Without major intervention, Napa County can expect to see 15 days a year with a heat index (also known as the “feels like” temperature) exceeding 100 degrees by the middle of this century.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/When-will-California-become-too-hot-to-grow-wine-14102743.php?psid=37t8d

Substitutes for wine in your fine cooking

Need to know what to substitute

https://www.dailypress.net/life/features/2019/07/substitutes-for-wine-in-your-fine-cooking/

Bonterra Organic Vineyards Launches New Brand: The Elysian Collection

The Elysian Collection offers elevated wines from certified organic grapes, and Bonterra’s legacy of conscientious farming practices ensures that consumers discover articulated flavors and a consistently high level of quality in the bottle.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/07/17/bonterra-organic-vineyards-launches-new-brand

Why we need ethical fine wine

Jane proposes a new approach for how we categorise fine wine, with the emphasis on environmental sustainability and social responsibility…

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/news-blogs-anson/ethical-wine-sustainability-420945/#Is7wCkKvVcdBccOG.99

The history behind the great Australian red blend

Who was the originator of the “great Australian red” blend, the cabernet shiraz? I recently read a claim that Yalumba was the originator – and another that the cabernet shiraz blend is unique to Australia.

https://www.therealreview.com/2019/07/17/the-history-behind-the-great-australian-red-blend/

Zinfandel Deserves More Respect

IT’S OFT-MISUNDERSTOOD, BUT IT’S REALLY A VERSATILE RED WINE FOR ALL SEASONS.

https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog-posts/zinfandel-deserves-more-respect

A Concise History of Champagne and its Bubbles. How? When? Who?

Historically referred to as the wine of kings and the king of wines, Champagne has a storied and checkered past, often as much by happenstance as by astute winemaking.

https://www.theexaminernews.com/a-concise-history-of-champagne-and-its-bubbles-how-when-who/

Swiss specialities: chocolate, cheese and … wine?

The global reputation of Switzerland’s winemakers may be set for a boost, backed by a new export promotion strategy that aims to see Swiss labels on menus at the world’s top restaurants.

https://phys.org/news/2019-07-swiss-specialities-chocolate-cheese-wine.html

Why Swiss wine is one of the country’s best kept secrets

https://www.thelocal.ch/20190718/why-swiss-wine-is-one-of-the-countrys-best-kept-secrets

Consumers Are Drinking Less Wine. That’s Good For Wine Business, In Unexpected Ways.

The sense of drinking responsibly rather than excessively, which commiserates with the consumer base that’s leaning toward a healthier lifestyle.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/07/18/consumers-are-drinking-less-wine-thats-good-for-wine-business-in-unexpected-ways/#70383cdf15f0

Organic Wine and Fine Dining – is the Trend Becoming a Reality?

An important symbolic change occurred early in the current decade in the social perception of organic wine, due to changing habits among consumers on combining luxury and sustainability.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4094255.html

Non-Alcoholic Beer Is for Everyone Now—Yes, Even You

NA beer is blowing up as more and more people edge towards sobriety. And a lot of it tastes good.

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a28353499/non-alcoholic-beer-drinkers/

18 of the Best Low-Calorie, Low-Alcohol Beers, Tasted and Ranked

The beers had to have 150 calories or less per 12-ounce serving, and less than 5 percent ABV

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/18-best-low-calorie-beers-ranked-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=d7f4a9c42e-Jul_19_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-d7f4a9c42e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-d7f4a9c42e-38937345&mc_cid=d7f4a9c42e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

This Shark Week Inspired Beer Is Blood-Red and Salty

Breckenridge Brewery of Littleton, CO is releasing a shark-inspired beer you can sip while watching your shark-related programming. Called “Cherry JAW-some,”

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/shark-week-beer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=d7f4a9c42e-Jul_19_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-d7f4a9c42e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-d7f4a9c42e-38937345&mc_cid=d7f4a9c42e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Are ‘Oenobeers’ And Which Ones Should You Try?

They’re fermented with both grains and grapes before being hopped — offering both beer and wine nerds the chance to geek out.

https://uproxx.com/life/beer-wine-hybrid-beers/

Is it Time to Drop the Traditional Pairing Rules?

Food and beverage pairings, especially involving wine, have been historically encumbered by rules.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/18/is-it-time-to-drop-traditional-pairing-rules/

Bagged Wine Is Making a Comeback—But Not for the Reason You Think

How many sommeliers have you seen pour from a pouch in a restaurant?

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/bagged-wine-trend

How to get around wine country without drinking and driving

Safer ways to explore Napa and Sonoma

While wine country lacks the same widely used public transit system found to the south, there are other ways to get around without driving.

https://sf.curbed.com/2019/7/18/20686340/how-to-get-around-napa-sonoma-wine-country

CBD Status In MA

Interesting look and recap of CBD,, Hemp And Cannabis Sales in MA

Listen to The Beer, Wine And Spirits show on WSAR

Can CBD be legally sold in liquor stores?

Are you ready for cannabis cafes??

https://wsar.com/assets/podcaster/1569/2019_07_19_1569_82165_4659.mp3

Here’s What’s Missing from the Sober-Curious Movement

You’ve seen, I’m sure, all of the consumer media attention being paid right now to abstinence, and sober-curious, and the valorization of non-alcoholic beverages to the point, arguably, of demonizing the enjoyment of wine.

https://abalancedglass.com/30-days-of-discovery/2019/7/17/heres-whats-missing-from-the-sober-curious-movement

Non-Vintage Champagnes Provide Affordable Insight Into the World’s Most Prestigious Bubbles

Non-vintage Champagnes are made by blending the current vintage with reserve wines from previous years, a

https://vinepair.com/articles/non-vintage-champagne-guide/

8 Beer and Book Pairings

Books that, in my opinion, share affinities with a particular beer or beer style.

https://electricliterature.com/8-beer-and-book-pairings/

Judging a wine by its label? It’s not as straightforward — or silly — as you might think.

The label sells the first bottle, the wine sells the second, according to a wine industry maxim.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/judging-a-wine-by-its-label-its-not-as-straightforward–or-silly–as-you-might-think/2019/07/18/a4efd00c-a80a-11e9-9214-246e594de5d5_story.html?utm_term=.c4238c5d527d

Perfect Low-ABV Cocktails for Wine Lovers

Often made with aromatized, fortified or still wine, these drinks favor nuance and flavor over a brisk alcohol burn, which makes them ultra food-friendly.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/19/the-perfect-low-abv-cocktails-for-wine-lovers/

Peach Wine Slushies

Fruity drinks are such a great way to cool off during the summer months

https://spicysouthernkitchen.com/peach-wine-slushies/

French wine production hit by heatwave

Wine production in France this year will be down by between six and 13 percent over 2018, notably because of the ongoing heatwave

https://phys.org/news/2019-07-french-wine-production-heatwave.html

10 Easy Vodka Cocktails Because Summer

Sometimes nothing says summer like refreshing vodka cocktails

https://www.winemag.com/gallery/10-summer-vodka-cocktails/

Spitting is essential to tasting good wine, and here’s why

For professionals — winegrowers, oenologists, sommeliers, wine merchants — tasting wine means assessing its appearance, or robe, its interaction with air, its aromas and finally its taste, as well as its “structure” in the mouth.

https://www.lifestyleasia.com/hk/food-drink/drinks/spitting-is-essential-to-tasting-good-wine-and-heres-why/

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