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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

02-12-2024

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Can You Sample A Drink At A Bar?

Does Wine Make You Fat?

Does Bourbon Always Have To Be Made In Kentucky?

Do You Need To Rest Your Beer After Pouring It?

If you are a big lover of beer, then you may be interested in learning more about the specifics of the beverage, including the best ways to enjoy it.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1495342/rest-beer-after-pouring-explained-expert/

Tanqueray Vs Bombay: The True Difference Between The 2 Gin Brands

Tanqueray and Bombay are two of the most popular brands of gin, and the flagship spirits of each are likely to be found in nearly every bar from Singapore to Tijuana.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1494588/tanqueray-bombay-difference-explained/

Healey scratches liquor license provision from municipal bill

But another key provision – giving control of the issuance of liquor licenses to municipalities rather than the Legislature – was dropped at the last minute.

https://commonwealthbeacon.org/government/state-government/healey-scratches-liquor-license-provision-from-municipal-bill/

The Correct Way To Pour A Black And Tan

The traditional varieties used in a black and tan are an IPA (usually a Bass pale ale) for the hoppy base and a dark Guinness stout on top.

https://www.mashed.com/1499084/how-to-pour-black-tan-beer/

How does geography and climate impact wine quality and its health benefits?

In a recent study published in Foods, researchers review the health benefits and quality of wines and their phenolic derivatives.

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240122/How-does-geography-and-climate-impact-wine-quality-and-its-health-benefits.aspx

Think wine is a virtue, not a vice? Nutrition label information surprised many US consumers

The researchers found that consumers often feel insecure and confused after reading wine ingredient information.

https://theconversation.com/think-wine-is-a-virtue-not-a-vice-nutrition-label-information-surprised-many-us-consumers-217509

A vodka made from sheep’s milk will soon be distilled in Kentucky

Merging British heritage and Kentucky Spirit, Blacklion Vodka is made from sheep’s milk.

https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/news/2024/01/20/vodka-producing-sheep

New York Wine And Liquor Retailers Push Back Against Wine In Grocery Stores

Empire State package store owners say proposed legislation would kill family-owned small businesses.

https://www.marketwatchmag.com/new-york-wine-and-liquor-retailers-push-back-against-wine-in-grocery-stores/

The Historical Relationship Between Redbreast Whiskey And Jameson

Redbreast and Jameson actually share a history.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1494219/historic-relationship-redbreast-whiskey-jameson/

Does Wine Make You Fat? Looking Through a Glass Thinly

The good news is that you can drink wine without getting fat. When it comes to both calories and carbohydrates, moderate wine drinking won’t ruin your diet.

https://www.nataliemaclean.com/blog/wine-diet-calories-fat/

Roman Wine Tasted ‘Spicy’, Archaeologists Reveal

Archaeologists have revealed how Roman wine would have looked, smelled and tasted around 2,000 years ago.

https://www.newsweek.com/how-roman-wine-tasted-archaeologists-1862792

What does “% ABV” on my Wine’s label mean?

Winemakers are required by federal and state laws to list the alcohol level of a wine on the wine’s label. And “% ABV” stands for percentage alcohol by volume.

https://ocws.org/what-does-abv-on-my-wines-label-mean/

The Unique Origin Story Behind Neat Bourbon Glasses

Order a bourbon Neat at your local bar and you’ll probably get a shot served straight up in a rocks glass.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1497291/origin-story-neat-bourbon-glasses/

Can you store alcohol in a Stanley drinking cup?

The Stanley drinking cup craze shows no sign of abating. But can you safely keep booze in one? db investigates the all-important question.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/can-you-store-alcohol-in-a-stanley-drinking-cup/

What Is Verjus?

Verjus is a crisp and fruity liquid that lies somewhere between wine and Welch’s grape juice.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ask-wine-pro-what-is-verjus/

What It Means To Be a Bonded Winery in the U.S.

The term “bonded winery” holds a unique significance in the U.S., encapsulating a complex web of regulations and economic advantages.

https://mag.sommtv.com/2024/01/what-it-means-to-be-a-bonded-winery-in-the-u-s/

How Many Cans Of Beer Are In A Half Or Full Keg

Have you ever taken a look at a keg purchased for a particularly spirited shindig and wondered how much beer you’re actually getting?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1501012/how-much-beer-cans-half-full-keg/

How Often Does Pappy Van Winkle Whiskey Get Released?

There’s no denying that Pappy Van Winkle is the most sought-after American whiskey in the world.

https://uproxx.com/life/when-is-pappy-van-winkle-released/

Beyond Margaritas: A beginner’s guide to understanding tequila

 Let’s take a journey back in time. No, not to your last tequila-induced adventure, but to where it all began.

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/beyond-margaritas-a-beginners-guide-to-understanding-tequila/

Monster Energy expands further into alcohol with Nasty Beast

Monster Energy has plans to launch a second alcoholic drinks line, entering the hard iced tea category with a brand named Nasty Beast

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/monster-energy-expands-further-into-alcohol-with-nasty-beast/

Why You Should Avoid Caffeine When You’re Hung Over (and 9 Decaf Coffees to Try Instead)

As long as humans have been drinking alcohol, we’ve been searching for ways to mitigate our hangovers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/avoid-caffeine-when-hungover-with-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=5fd9c8570d-JANUARY_25_2024&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-5fd9c8570d-38937345&mc_cid=5fd9c8570d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Are Sulfites—and Should You Avoid Sulfite-Rich Foods?

Registered dietitians set the record straight on this common food preservative.

https://www.realsimple.com/what-are-sulfites-8549811

Pink Won’t Save California Wine

No amount of cheap rosé is going to make a dent in California’s huge oversupply of wine grapes.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/01/pink-wont-save-california-wine

Wine deliveries from out-of-state are banned in RI, and the state is fighting to keep it that way.

A federal judge will weigh dueling briefs in the legal fight over Rhode Island’s ban on out-of-state retailers delivering wines to Rhode Islanders’ doorsteps, with the state arguing it’s a matter of public safety and health.

https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/politics/courts/2024/01/25/this-court-case-could-end-ris-ban-on-out-of-state-wine-delivery/72337960007/

Does Bourbon Always Have To Be Made In Kentucky?

The short answer is that bourbon does not have to be made in Kentucky.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1499022/does-bourbon-always-made-kentucky/

Wine Pie Is The Viral (And Vile) Trend You Should Only Try Once

Wine pie sounds like it shouldn’t work, and that’s because it doesn’t.

https://www.mashed.com/1497738/tiktok-viral-trend-wine-pie/

Move over champagne and prosecco, Turkish sparkling wines are getting more popular

When it comes to celebrating a big occasion, more are reaching for a bottle of Turkish bubbly in a market dominated by French champagne, Spanish cava and Italian prosecco.

https://www.thepeakmagazine.com.sg/gourmet-travel/turkish-sparkling-wines/

What’s The Best Type Of Alcohol To Pair With Fast Food?

Luckily, we’ve spoken with two award-winning mixologists and a sommelier to reveal exactly how to elevate those Chipotle burritos and McFlurries like a pro.

https://www.mashed.com/1502189/best-alcohol-pair-fast-food/

Spray coating for grapes shows promise in battle between wildfire smoke and wine

Spray on coatings for grapes in the vineyard have promise in preventing off flavors in wines that result from contact with wildfire smoke, according to new Oregon State University research.

https://today.oregonstate.edu/news/spray-coating-grapes-shows-promise-battle-between-wildfire-smoke-and-wine

How Josh Cellars is responding to its newfound viral fame

The much-memed wine brand is hoping to keep social capital up with collaborations and a new social strategy.

https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2024/01/25/how-josh-cellars-is-responding-to-viral-fame

Athletic Brewing – The King of NA Beer?

Non-alcoholic (NA) beer is American consumer culture’s oldest social responsibility segment

https://foodinstitute.com/focus/focus-athletic-brewing-the-king-of-na-beer/

Study: If You Let People Buy Beer at Grocery Stores, the Liquor Stores Still Survive

Liquor store owners and store association lobbyists claimed that allowing alcohol sales on Sunday would negatively impact their livelihoods.

https://reason.com/2024/01/26/study-if-you-let-people-buy-beer-at-grocery-stores-the-liquor-stores-still-survive/

The Best Beer and Wine Pairings for Pastries

Read on for the wine and beer pastry pairings you shouldn’t miss.

https://vinepair.com/articles/pastry-pairing-guide/

Why Is Stagg Bourbon Such A Rare Find?

In some places, they’re nearly impossible to find. So, what’s the story?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1499385/why-is-stagg-bourbon-rare/

Mexico’s Tequila Exports to the US Were Down in 2023

Those numbers tell a more complicated story than you might think

https://www.insidehook.com/spirits/mexico-tequila-exports-down-2023

Beaujolais Is The Versatile Wine That’s Blowing Up For 2024

Ask most wine industry professionals what their thoughts on Beaujolais are and you’re likely to amass a fond reaction.

https://www.thezoereport.com/living/beaujolais-wine

The weirdest beer styles you’ve probably never heard of

These beers have everything from seaweed to oyster shells.

https://www.themanual.com/fashion/weirdest-types-of-beer/

VS And VSOP: How To Tell The Age Of Your Cognac

Just like with any spirit, buying a good bottle of cognac is a learned art.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1504544/vs-vsop-how-tell-age-of-cognac/

Sting’s New Low-Proof Liquor Is Perfect for Sipping With ‘Friends and Lovers’

It’s also the perfect substitute for Aperol in a traditional spritz.

https://www.foodandwine.com/what-stings-amante-1530-tastes-like-8557707

Where next for the US sparkling wine market?

Even though sparkling wine growth is moderating, IWSR data shows a demographic shift that’s driving deeper category engagement in the US

https://www.theiwsr.com/where-next-for-the-us-sparkling-wine-market/

New OTR

Beam Suntory’s On The Rocks ready-to-serve cocktail brand is rolling out a new Strawberry Daiquiri extension. Available nationally, the newcomer is made of strawberry, lime, and Cruzan Rum and sells in 750ml, 375ml, and 200ml PET bottles at 20% abv. On The Rocks also includes Aviation, Cosmopolitan, Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita, Mai Tai, Manhattan, Espresso Martini, Classic Daiquiri, Margarita, and Old Fashioned offerings, retailing at $13 a 375-ml. The brand reached 738,000 cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

Calvados Is Trending—Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the European Spirit

Old World producers are honoring time-tested, natural production methods, yet aren’t afraid to embrace innovation, adding up to an increasingly dynamic category

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/calvados-is-trending-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-european-spirit/

What Is Dry Beer And Where Did It Originate?

Dry beer sounds like a contradiction. However, dry beer actually has nothing to do with wetness or water.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1503618/what-is-dry-beer-origins/

Move over, tequila: Bacanora is the next agave spirit bubbling up in your bar

Bacanora is the newest agave spirit in your glass

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/bacanora-explainer-guide/

Every type of champagne, explained

All the types of champagne, explained – finally

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/different-types-of-champagne/

New High Noon

Spirit of Gallo is launching a High Noon Fiesta Pack alongside a new 700-ml. canned offering for High Noon’s Tequila and lime seltzer. The new variety pack will launch this month and contains eight cans in four flavors: grapefruit, lime, prickly pear, and blood orange. The larger format 700-ml. can will begin to roll out across the U.S. in March. High Noon is the largest spirits brand in the U.S., according to Impact Databank, with estimated U.S. volume up 30% to 21.4 million cases.

What does “reserve wine” really mean? It’s complicated

The term “wine reserve” can mean a lot of things

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

You Can Buy Better Italian Wine If You Know What This Acronym on the Bottle Stands For

Three or four letters on your bottle of wine contain a lot of information about what you’re about to drink.

https://www.foodandwine.com/doc-vs-docg-wines-8553791

What happens when a wine expert doesn’t want to drink?

“I have not met many people in the booze industry who don’t drink too much”

https://www.salon.com/2024/01/30/what-happens-when-a-wine-expert-doesnt-want-to-drink/

Thinking outside the bottle: Prosecco DOC campaign receives backlash

Last month, the Consorzio Tutela Prosecco DOC launched its This is not Prosecco marketing campaign in the UK, sparking controversy. Was it actually “out of touch”, as some argued, or is it all just a storm in a sparkling wine flute?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/thinking-outside-the-bottle-prosecco-doc-campaign-receives-backlash/

What It Means When Your Brandy Bottle Says ‘Immature’

Brandy is something of an enigma in the world of alcohol.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1502965/why-your-brandy-bottle-says-immature/

Can You Sample A Drink At A Bar?

If you’ve ever wondered whether or not you can ask to sample a drink at a bar, well, the rules aren’t always black and white.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1502914/sample-drink-bar-allowed/

Gen Z Wine Enthusiasts Prefer Drinking At Home, Survey Finds

Nearly 70% choose the comfort of their homes for socializing over wine, according to new research.

https://www.zenger.news/2024/01/30/gen-z-wine-enthusiasts-prefer-drinking-at-home-survey-finds/

Bordeaux Winegrowers Join Fellow French Farmers on the Barricades

Farm workers around the nation blocked highways, dumped hay and manure in front of government buildings for days to protest regulations and taxes

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/france-paralyzed-by-farmer-protests

Can Taproom Chains Offset Lagging Beer Sales?

As the brewing industry struggles, some breweries are building out distinct satellite taprooms to boost profitability

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/can-taproom-chains-offset-lagging-beer-sales/

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