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Liquor Industry News 03-11-24
March 11, 2024
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*
03-11-2024
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Why You Should Stop Buying Mass-Produced Wine
Why social drinking is integral to a longer life
Cannabis vs alcohol: a head to head competition
Israeli wine regions and the most suitable grape variety for each
It is not a fair exercise because many varieties are first class in a number of regions. But I rose to the challenge and thought I would share my thoughts with you.
https://www.jpost.com/food-recipes/article-787135
A Toast to the History of Wine at the White House
Beginning with George Washington, presidents have used wine to welcome guests, create friendships, and toast alliances.
https://time.com/6696272/wine-history-presidents-white-house/
12 Best Substitutes For Vodka In Cocktails And Cooking
Plenty of cocktail and cooking recipes out there use vodka, but there’s always a way to modify recipes to fit your needs.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1518977/substitutes-for-vodka-cocktails-cooking/
Cocktail Onions Vs. Cherries: When To Use Either
On the surface, these two ingredients couldn’t be more different.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1518885/how-to-use-cocktail-onions-cherries/
Does The Age Of Your Sake Affect How It Tastes?
There are plenty of alcoholic beverages that get better with age, such as aged wine and whiskey, but sake isn’t usually included on that list.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1517948/does-age-affect-sake/
The Whiskey Shots With The Highest And Lowest Amount Of Calories
Keeping an eye on your calorie intake is a daunting task and, as far as weight loss goes, the science behind its effectiveness is ambiguous at best.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1516082/whiskey-shots-highest-lowest-calories/
Beer glass invented that provides ‘three different mouthfeels’
The “perfect” beer glass has been created by Japanese design studio Nendo to maximise “refreshment, aroma and richness” when drinking.
Workers At A Total Wine Store Treated Customers Rudely That They Placed A Huge Order They Never Intended To Pay For
Check out how this person got petty revenge after workers at a Total Wine store decided to give them a hard for for no apparent reason.
US Grocer Merger Could Mean Less Shelf Space for Wine
Two giant retailers are proposing a merger. If it goes ahead, it could have a significant impact on the American wine market. Jeff Siegel reports.
Studies show moderate consumption is beneficial
When drank in moderation, wine has positive effects on the body. Studies from the National Institutes of Health explain that wine, especially red wine, is beneficial for nourishing red blood cells, among other things, in the body.
The 10 Countries That Drink the Most Wine
One would assume that the countries that drink the most wine in the world would remain pretty enthusiastic about the beverage, but this year, that doesn’t seem to be the case
https://vinepair.com/articles/top-wine-consuming-countries-infographic/
How Long Can You Store Distilled Liquors?
When you find a coveted bottle, you may be tempted to hang on to it for as long as possible, savoring sips along the way.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1517251/how-long-store-distilled-liquor/
What Causes A Bourbon To Taste Spicy?
When you notice the spice notes, what you’re tasting is the rye.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1517971/what-makes-bourbon-taste-spicy/
Everything We Thought About A Glass Of Wine Before Bed…Was A Life!
It was once thought to help you fall asleep…but that is not the case anymore. If anything…it does the opposite!
How to Describe Wine Using Fruit Clusters
There are thousands of terms to describe a wine’s flavors and aromas, which can be confusing and sometimes straight-up overwhelming.
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/how-to-taste/fruit-clusters/
When Storing Sweet Liqueurs, Keep The Cap Clean
Alcohol storage can be tricky, especially for drinks enthusiasts with an extensive home bar.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1518334/store-sweet-liqueurs-cap-clean/
Understanding Italy’s Wine Designations from VdP, IGT, DOC to DOCG
Let’s break down one of those barriers today in understanding the 4 classifications or designations of Italian wine, VdT, IGT, DOC and DOCG.
https://www.vinotravelsitaly.com/2024/02/Understanding-Italian-wine-classifications.html
New Captain
Diageo is expanding Captain Morgan with new flavored malt beverages, launching Captain Morgan Sliced with a variety 12-pack. The offshoot is launching with four flavors—Pineapple Daiquiri, Strawberry Margarita, Passionfruit Hurricane, and Mango Mai Tai—all at 5.8% abv. The pack is rolling out now across the U.S. for a suggested price of $20 and is accompanied by a new marketing campaign called “Sliced is Better.” Impact Databank estimates that Captain Morgan’s core rum was at 5.1 million cases in the U.S. in 2023
Cocaine-themed cocktail causes controversy
One Miami hotel has received backlash for creating a cocktail that features a garnish resembling a bag of cocaine.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/02/cocaine-themed-cocktail-causes-controversy/
The Best Dry White Wine for Cooking, According to Pros
How do you begin to choose the right one for your specific dish?
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/ratings/wine-ratings/white-wine-ratings/best-white-wine-for-cooking/
New Data Shows DRINKS AI-Powered Personalized Wine Recommendations Deliver Surge in Online Wine Sales
DRINKS, the pioneering and leading operating system for alcohol e-commerce, today released new data from its AI-powered wine recommendation tool, DRINKS Recommend, that illustrates its ability to nearly double revenue from recommendations for online wine merchants.
Wine, Health, Dietary Guidelines, and Consumers
It indicates consumers feel their wine consumption makes a modest but positive contribution to their overall health
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/283608
The Real Reason Sweet Vermouth Is Red Has Nothing to Do With Grapes
Despite its popularity, there are still many misconceptions about vermouth, one of the most common being that it’s some type of amaro or liqueur
https://vinepair.com/articles/sweet-vermouth-base-wine/
Masciarelli, a wine that changed the way we love Abruzzo wines.
There’s no doubt in my mind that many Italian-focused wine professionals would tell you the same thing: Masciarelli and a handful of his contemporaries changed the way our generation thought of Abruzzo viticulture — and its potential.
https://dobianchi.com/2024/02/20/barrique-montepulciano/
New Justin
Justin Vineyards & Winery is expanding its lineup outside of Paso Robles for the first time with the debut of a Sonoma County Chardonnay ($38) and Russian River Valley Pinot Noir ($46). Both wines will be rolling out nationwide in March. In addition, Justin recently unveiled a new look for its Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé. It includes larger eye-catching logos and provides more cohesive branding across the portfolio. Justin was up 6% to 455,000 cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.
Doctors say red wine not good for you, linked to high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, cancer
Medical professionals are challenging the widely held belief that red wine is beneficial to your health, suggesting that any amount of alcohol consumption, red wine included, could lead to serious health hazards.
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/feb/20/doctors-say-red-wine-not-good-for-you-linked-to-hi/
Mexican Beer Brands You Should Never Buy
The beer brewing industry in Mexico is dominated by two powerful companies that control 90% of the market.
https://247wallst.com/special-report/2024/02/20/mexican-beer-brands-you-should-never-buy/
When you see “Cru” on a wine label, here’s what it means
Admittedly, it can be a little bit con”cru”sing
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/wine-cru-meaning/
Don’t trash your nip bottles. These Mass. liquor stores will pay you for your empties
The 10-cent rebate program took effect in Wellfleet on Feb. 1.
Nine towns in Massachusetts have banned the sale of nips.
How to Read a Wine List (and How to Evaluate One)
Five Dallas-area experts talk you through how to navigate a wine list—and how to tell if a restaurant has a good wine program or not.
https://www.dmagazine.com/food-drink/2024/02/how-to-read-a-wine-list-and-how-to-evaluate-one/
Here’s the single most important bit of information on a wine bottle
Look at the small print and you’ll find the name of the importer – the equivalent of publishers or record labels. And if you like one of their bottles, chances are you’ll want to try others
Vino and the Dolce Vita
By now, all wine lovers in the US, even those without jobs in the wine industry, must have heard about last year’s marked decrease in wine sales, as well as in spirits and beer, across the US.
https://verovino.com/vero-blog/2024/1/29/wine-market-trends-us-vs-italy
Why red wine really ISN’T good for your heart, experts trash 30 years of research on benefits, saying it’s ‘hugely flawed’
The idea that red wine improves heart health dates back to the 1980s.
Dark Creme De Cacao Vs White: What’s The Difference?
Some dark creme de cacaos taste the same as the white, only distinguished by a dye.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1521488/dark-creme-de-cacao-white-difference/
Cannabis vs alcohol: a head to head competition
They have a lot in common in addition to their place at the top of the list of the most widely used psychoactive substances.
https://www.greenstate.com/perspective/cannabis-vs-alcohol-a-head-to-head-competition/
What Is Napoleon Cognac And How Long Is It Aged?
Unlike the other three acronyms, a “Napoleon” is more of an unofficial age marker, but it’s still widely used in the industry regardless — especially for bottling the popular Cognac House Courvoisier.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1520945/what-is-napoleon-cognac-aged/
Introducing PasoSecco, Paso Robles’ First And Only Prosecco-Style Sparkling Wine Made Exclusively From Paso Robles Grapes
“The Best Bubbles in Paso” are now available to the public for just $25 per bottle at http://www.PasoSecco.com and select locations; downtown Paso Robles tasting room to open in April 2024.
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/people/article/283759
Perry Is The Fermented Drink Known As The English Champagne
On the other hand, champagne with a lower-case C is fair game when applied to diverse varieties of sparkling wine produced all over the world.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1523270/what-is-perry-cider-drink/
The Reason You Usually Don’t Need To Decant White Wine
To decant, or not to decant?
https://www.tastingtable.com/1526405/why-not-decant-white-wine/
Triple-Distilled Liquor Vs Continuously Distilled: Is There A Difference?
If you’re trying to branch out from your habitual sipper, knowing what type of distillation you prefer can give you the confidence you need to venture into new territory.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1526462/triple-distilled-liquor-continuous-difference/
Does Wine Taste Different Out Of A Stemless Glass?
Stemless wine glasses have emerged as a popular trend over the past 10 to 20 years, and it’s no mystery why.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1526718/wine-different-stemless-glass/
7 top spots for wine tourism in Mexico in 2024
Mexico is quickly becoming a top destination for wine tourism, with places like Aguascalientes, Baja California and Guanajuato offering unique tasting experiences in breathtaking settings.
https://mexiconewsdaily.com/travel/7-top-spots-for-wine-tourism-in-mexico-in-2024/
How a sporting legend is putting Washington wines on the map
In what might seem like an unlikely series of connections, Washington, Oregon and American football are linked together by one sporting-legend-turned-winemaker – and his bottles are now in the UK.
Consumer group urges Treasury secretary to require nutrition labeling on alcohol
The National Consumers League is asking Janet Yellen to force the bureau that governs the industry to enact rules for nutrition and serving size labeling on alcoholic products by June.
The 11 Most Reliable ‘Cheap Wines’, According to our Editors
Impress your friends and save money with these tasty wines under $20.
https://www.eatthis.com/best-cheap-wines-editors-choice/
Drambuie: The Ultimate Bottle Guide
In the realm of fine liqueurs, few names evoke the same sense of sophistication and respect as Drambuie.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1528214/drambuie-liqueur-bottle-guide/
Meet Hop Water, the NA Answer to Beer
As non-alcoholic offerings continue to flourish in the beer space, beverage manufacturers are looking for ways to bring familiar flavors to the glass. A promising entrant to the category is not actually a beer, but a hop-flavored seltzer.
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/non-alcoholic/hop-water/
Why social drinking is integral to a longer life
Social drinking of wine in moderation is critical to the success of the world’s Blue Zones, where the average life expectancy is at its highest. James Evison explores the importance of it to health.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/02/why-social-drinking-is-integral-to-a-longer-life/
The Classic Wine And Dessert Pairings You Need To Try, According To A Sommelier
Adding a wine pairing can further elevate the dessert experience. Wine is a natural flavor enhancer for all types of foods, from savory to sweet.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1527488/classic-wine-dessert-pairings/
Why You Should Stop Buying Mass-Produced Wine
For the most part, wine found in grocery stores is mass-produced by giant alcoholic beverage companies that are focused on quantity, not quality.
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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*
02-26-2024
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Why are liquor stores called ‘package stores’
Wine and the Sweet Smell of Grandma
Tapping Into the History of Boxed Wine
If Your Cork Is Missing, Making A Homemade Wine Bladder Is Simple
What do you do to keep that precious elixir from going to waste?
https://www.tastingtable.com/1505500/how-to-make-wine-bladder/
The Mason Jar Hack That Will Keep Leftover Sparkling Wine Bubbly
Unlike other varieties of wine that can be recorked and saved for several days or longer, sparkling wine quickly loses its effervescence once opened.
https://www.mashed.com/1504251/mason-jar-hack-leftover-sparkling-wine/
The 3 Types Of Grapes You Can Find In A Bottle Of Cognac
Like many French wine appellations, cognac restricts the grape varieties that can be used to produce the elegant spirit.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1505538/three-grapes-bottle-cognac/
Bushmills Irish Whiskey May Be The Oldest Distillery In The World
In 1608, Bushmills was awarded a license to distill, making the distillery the oldest licensed whiskey distillery on record.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1506071/bushmills-irish-whiskey-oldest-distillery-world/
The Flaw That Prematurely Killed Some of the World’s Finest White Wines
This silent killer that essentially spoiled some of the world’s most valuable white wines came to be known as premox, short for premature oxidation
https://vinepair.com/articles/premox-wine-term-explained/
The list of wine ingredients is almost here — What is it? Will consumers care?
The list of ingredients tells you what is used in making the wine and is in the wine when it is bottled, not how it was made.
https://www.bkwine.com/news/the-list-of-wine-ingredients/
New company joins online MA Lottery ticket workaround
While state officials waver on online sales, outside vendors charge ahead
https://files.constantcontact.com/cb479599001/0a0bff5f-1a18-4f8b-9a35-29c0a91c3d89.pdf?rdr=true
The Biggest Mistakes You’re Making With Boozy Ice Cream
First things first: Alcohol is hard to freeze, which is why these tips are important.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1506384/biggest-mistakes-making-boozy-ice-cream/
What’s The Difference Between Moscato d’Asti And Other Moscato Wines?
The world of wine is rife with confusion, thanks to millennia of history spanning the globe.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1506950/difference-between-moscato-dasti-and-other-wines/
How to make apple-infused bourbon
Apple-infused bourbon recipe
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/apple-infused-bourbon-recipe/
Opening Champagne and Sparkling Wine Bottles Just Got Easier
The first and only automatic wine opener for sparkling wine
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/handpicked/electric-sparkling-wine-opener/
Why The Amount Of Bourbon Left In The Bottle Matters For Storage
Thankfully, oxidation takes a long time to make a noticeable difference, which is why you don’t need to worry about it unless you think the bottle will sit on the shelf for longer than a year.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1507541/amount-of-bourbon-affects-storage-quality/
How Long Is Champagne Good For After Opening The Bottle?
Wine industry professionals all seem to have different ideas about how long it takes for Champagne (or other sparkling wines) to go flat.
https://www.mashed.com/1510262/how-long-champagne-last-after-opening-bottle/
Wine and the Sweet Smell of Grandma
Have you ever had a red wine that smelled unpleasantly like “grandma’s perfume?” If so, you may have experienced “rose taint” – and climate change may make this more common in years to come.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/02/wine-and-the-sweet-smell-of-grandma
Can A.I. Solve the Wine Industry’s Woes?
While some express concerns about data security and creativity, others argue that overlooking A.I. tools would be akin to ignoring social media 15 years ago: It’s hard to stay competitive if you don’t get in the game.
New Zealand 2024 vintage could be ‘significantly down’ on last two years
With the start of New Zealand’s wine harvest just a few weeks away, reports are emerging of “close to ideal” quality, but substantially smaller volumes nationwide.
Every Tequila Fan Should Try Cristalino — Here’s What to Know (and Drink)
Cristalino tequila is popping up everywhere — here’s what to know about the new tequila variety, and which ones to try
https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/lifestyle/cristalino-tequila-guide-1234965222/
Assets seized in ‘organic wine fraud’ probe
Italian police have seized assets worth more than half-a-million euros in an investigation into a producer that sought EU funds to convert to organic grape growing, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office said recently.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/assets-seized-organic-wine-fraud-probe-eu-prosecutor-522620/
What Clues On A Wine Label Influence Women’s Perception Of How It Will Taste?
Unless a winery is owned by a woman, there’s a good chance that the name and artwork on the label will be a testosterone-fueled cue that what’s in the bottle is a many man’s wine.
What makes up Italian wine now?
Nothing stays the same, whether it be technological, tastes or styles.
https://acevola.blogspot.com/2024/02/what-makes-up-italian-wine-now.html
3 of the Biggest Guinness Myths, Debunked
Guinness is great, and there’s no debunking that. Over more than two centuries, it’s transformed from an Irish pub staple to a globally beloved pint
On Wine Fraud and Transparency
While Italy was roiled by allegations of fake Prosecco and contraband grapes, the European Union has adopted a new wine-labeling law
https://www.winespectator.com/articles/on-fraud-and-transparency-in-wine
Will we start to see more fine wines under screwcap?
As groundbreaking research into closure compatibility continues, more fine wine producers could make the leap from cork to screwcap. Sarah Neish investigates
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/02/will-we-start-to-see-more-fine-wines-under-screwcap/
TikTok Is Mixing Wine with Milk. It Might Not Be a Bad Thing.
The latest trend on TikTok has users mixing wine with what seems its least likely partner: milk
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/tiktok-milk-and-wine/
Josh Cellars Extends With Seaswept, A New White Blend
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is extending the Josh Cellars portfolio with Seaswept, a new blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio. With a relatively low alcohol content of 11.5%, it’s made with grapes from the cooler growing regions of California and retails at $16 a bottle. Seaswept has begun to roll out nationally, with full distribution expected this spring and summer.
According to Impact Databank, the total Josh Cellars portfolio—including offshoots like its Reserve and Prosecco—neared 6 million cases in the U.S. last year. Already a juggernaut within the wine category, the brand has seen a further boost in visibility lately after going viral across social media channels late last year into this year. Josh has also gained momentum from its Hearth extension, a higher-abv Cabernet Sauvignon that debuted last year and has become a key growth driver for the portfolio.
Keeping It in the Family: Why Succession Plans at American Wineries Are No Sure Thing
One of the romantic notions that can connect drinkers to a given bottle of wine is the idea that said wine is the product of generations of labor, a plot of land, and a winemaking ethos passed down through the generations to the current standard bearer.
https://vinepair.com/articles/succession-plans-american-family-owned-wineries/
Why I Support Ingredient Labeling for Wine
This week the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, known as the TTB, published notice 232, asking for public comment on the proposition to add mandatory ingredient, allergen, and nutritional labeling information to wine and spirits.
https://www.vinography.com/2024/02/why-i-support-ingredient-labeling-for-wine
Tapping Into the History of Boxed Wine
Boxed wine has seen an uptick as of late due to improvements in the actual product and the lower cost of shipping, which is passed on to customers
https://laughingsquid.com/history-of-boxed-wine/
Forget Dry January, New Book Says Drinking All Year Round Can Actually Improve Your Health
For centuries, the French and Italians have believed wine to be good for one’s health. Recently, however, medical authorities have rubbished the whole idea – for example, claiming that wine’s “supposed” health benefits are “an old wives’ tale”
What Does Alpine Liquor Really Mean?
They’re predominantly made in the Alps region of Europe, especially in Switzerland, France, Austria, and Italy.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1506970/what-is-alpine-liquor/
Your Coffee Preferences Could Actually Indicate The Kind Of Wine You’ll Like
Although typically consumed at opposite ends of the day, coffee and wine have many qualities in common.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1511659/coffee-preferences-translate-to-wine/
How To Understand The Age Statement On Your Bottle Of Bourbon
The age statement on your bottle of bourbon seems so straightforward.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1512320/age-statement-bourbon-explained/
From Guinness To Budweiser: The Ultimate Guide To Vegan Beer
It’s easier than ever to find vegan beer, here’s how to figure out if your favorite brand is plant-based
https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/ultimate-guide-to-vegan-beer/
Why are liquor stores called ‘package stores’
It’s because “everything when it leaves the store, it’s in a bag, a brown paper bag.”
https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/article/ct-package-store-liquor-law-history-18655560.php
Transforming Leftover Champagne Into Vinegar Is Almost Too Easy
Instead of fretting about pouring money down the drain, turn the champagne into vinegar.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1511408/transform-leftover-champagne-vinegar/
The Ice Bucket Mistake To Avoid While Chilling Wine
The simplicity of the trick doesn’t mean no one can get it wrong, though.
https://www.chowhound.com/1511795/ice-mistake-filling-wine-buckets/
Slovenia: A Small, But Mighty Wine Region
For a tiny nation of just over 7,800 square miles, the diversity of the wines and the number of indigenous grape varietals is impressive.
https://www.dallaswinechick.com/slovenia-a-small-but-mighty-wine-region/
New RTD
Musicians Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg have entered the RTD market with Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop. The 5.9% abv canned cocktails are available in four flavors—Citrus, Melon, Passionfruit, and Apricot—all packaged in 12-ounce cans. The new company is led by the founders of On the Rocks Cocktails, which is now part of the Beam Suntory portfolio: Patrick Halbert, Andrew Gill, and Rocco Milano. Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop will be available nationally through Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Other investors include Jimmy Iovine, Main Street Advisors, Marc Rowan, and Tom Werner.
The effect of red wine is different from white: did you know that?
it is chemicals in the red skins that make all the difference. *
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2024/02/the-effect-of-red-wine-is-different.html
Wine is now being paired with music instead of food with specific tracks available on Spotify
Usually paired with food, this wine and music pairing is set to change the experience of drinking wine.
https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/food-and-drink/wine-is-now-being-paired-with-music/
The Many Beers That You Never Knew Anheuser-Busch Owns
Anheuser-Busch has taken advantage of the newly discovered love of beer alternatives as well with the popular seltzer brand Nütrl, the canned cocktail brand Cutwater, the canned sparkling margarita brand Ritas, and the underrated but oh-so-fine Hoop Tea spiked iced tea.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1515894/what-beers-anheuser-busch-own/
New Sokol Blosser
Dundee Hills, Oregon’s Sokol Blosser Winery has launched a pair of new aperitif wines. The aperitifs—one red, one white—are made from brandy distilled from unsold wines in Sokol Blosser’s Evolution line and macerated with botanicals like honeydew melon, citrus peel, and pomegranate seeds for the white and local cherries, marshmallow root, and Ceylon tea for the red. The white is at 16% abv and the red is at 16.5% abv and both are now available for $25 a 375-ml. bottle through the winery’s website and in their tasting room.
French wine exports slump in 2023 as Champagne, Bordeaux struggle
The volume of French wine exports fell 9.4% last year to the lowest since at least 2007, with falling import demand in the US and declining shipments from Champagne and Bordeaux.
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‘All good things must come to an end,’ says Drizly as closure confirmed
Following weeks of speculation, Uber has confirmed it will dissolve US alcohol delivery service Drizly, which it acquired in 2021, into its Uber Eats platform
No-lo Wine Trend Leaves Italy Behind
Italian regulations make it hard to produce no- and low-alcohol wines, hurting the industry in the huge US market.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/02/no-lo-wine-trend-leaves-italy-behind
How Patrón Tequila Is Made
An intoxicating episode of the Discovery UK Channel series How It’s Made goes inside the Patrón Tequila distillery to show how their bespoke spirit is made.
https://laughingsquid.com/how-patron-tequila-is-made/
New bill could ban sale of refrigerated, cold beer in Tennessee
The bill aims to prohibit a beer permittee from selling, at retail, refrigerated or cold beer.
https://www.wsmv.com/2024/02/14/new-bill-could-ban-sale-refrigerated-cold-beer-tennessee/
Gallo News
E&J Gallo is shortening its name to simply ‘Gallo.’ “Gallo is a household name among consumers, and it’s how our distributors and customer partners know us,” said CMO Stephanie Gallo. “Our name has always been synonymous with wine, so this change simply opens the door for more people to appreciate that we are a leader in all categories of alcohol beverage.” While Gallo is the top wine marketer both in the U.S. and globally with worldwide volume of approximately 105 million cases, according to Impact Databank, it also now owns the largest spirits brand in the U.S., High Noon Sun Sips spirits-based hard seltzer
The way alcohol affects gut health
What alcohol does to the microbes living in your gut is being re-explored by scientists and physicians
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/02/the-way-alcohol-affects-gut-health/
Suze: The Golden Liqueur That’s Made From A Unique Plant
If you’ve ever been to a fancy bar and seen a tall, slender bottle of bright yellow liquid on the shelves, it may very well have been Suze, the bitter French aperitif that is enjoying a resurgence in popularity
https://www.mashed.com/1514857/what-is-suze-liqueur/
Is Champagne the Secret to Great Pizza Dough?
We tried a new pie to find out.
https://www.liquor.com/champagne-pizza-serafina-8580240
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