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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) 10-12-21
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October 11, 2021
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE, IWM*
10-11-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Wine Acidity Can Be Good. Except When It’s Not
How to Drink Bourbon, According to a Kentucky Bartender
Travis Scott’s ‘agave spiked seltzer’ has been hit with class action lawsuit
Per capita US wine consumption, by state
We are often told about how much wine each of the people in any given geographical area drink,
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2021/09/per-capita-us-wine-consumption-by-state.html
American single malt whiskey to be legally defined
A new rule providing a legal definition for American single malt whiskey will be published this December,
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/09/american-single-malt-whiskey-to-be-legally-defined/
10 Things You Should Know About Old Grand-Dad
Old Grand-Dad is praised by bartenders and bourbon drinkers alike for being one of the best bottom-shelf bourbons on the market.
Where Does the Word ‘Tequila’ Come From?
Get ready to take a tasty dive into the origins and development of tequila
Taking a New Look at Old Vines
The term “old vine” is nebulous at best, and does it have any meaning in the modern wine world?
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/09/taking-a-new-look-at-old-vines
Rapper Cardi B to launch vodka-infused whipped cream
sSnger has created her own boozy whipped cream called ‘Whipshots’, with the product expected to hit shelves in December.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/09/rapper-cardi-b-to-launch-vodka-infused-whipped-cream/
New Yuengling
Yuengling is relaunching its Hershey’s Chocolate Porter in bottles and on draft late this month. Rolling out in 22 states, the 4.7% abv brew combines Yuengling’s dark brewed porter recipe with Hershey’s chocolate. According to Impact Databank, D.G. Yuengling & Son is the 10th-largest brewer in the U.S., with 2020 volume of 30.9 million (2.25-gallon) cases.
10 Spiced Cocktails for Fall
From baking spices to hardy herbs, these drinks have all the aromas of fall. Read on for 10 spiced and spicy cocktail recipes that will satisfy cool weather cravings.
6 Dos and Don’ts for Every Old Fashioned
When it comes to whiskey cocktails, there is really none more important than the one that launched a thousand other drinks: the Old Fashioned.
A Comprehensive Guide to Blue Weber Agave
What is tequila made from?
What Does ‘Stemmy’ Mean in Wine?
Some remove them before they ferment their fruit because unripe stems can create overly acidic, green, bitter or harshly tannic notes in the finished wine.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/09/28/stemmy-meaning-wine/
Montecucco: A Virtuous Example of Environmental Sustainability in Tuscany
The hidden gem of the Maremma on the slopes of Monte Amiata has long been a champion of sustainability
Travis Scott’s ‘agave spiked seltzer’ has been hit with class action lawsuit
US rapper Travis Scott’s CACTI agave spiked seltzer brand has been handed a false advertising lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers into believing the seltzer is made with agave spirits.
Port brand Sogrape joins experimental electronic labeling project
One of the first few companies to join U-label, a digital platform designed to increase access and transparency for drinks consumers.
15 Italian Grapes Every Rosé Fan Should Know
Pink wine production is nothing new in Italy
https://www.winemag.com/2020/06/23/best-italian-rose-grape-guide/
When is a glass of wine too much?
Is drinking a glass of wine at the end of the day, okay? Or are we celebrating for the wrong the reason?
https://kemptonexpress.co.za/318929/when-is-a-glass-of-wine-too-much/
Wine Acidity Can Be Good. Except When It’s Not
Everything you ever wanted to know about wine acidity and how to taste it
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/know-acid-differences/
How to Drink Bourbon, According to a Kentucky Bartender
Kentucky is known as the bourbon capital of the world.
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
Franklin Wine Club Wines
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We’ve Got Your Holidays Covered: Custom Label Wines
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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW) Podcast Episode 181
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Liquor Industry News 10-04-21
October 4, 2021
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE, IWM*
10-04-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
What Does It Mean for a Wine To Be Alive?
5 Surprising Effects of Drinking Craft Beer
Botanicals in Gin
Do you really know what’s in your wine?
It’s all a bit of a minefield, but let’s try to unscramble things.
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2021/sep/17/do-you-really-know-whats-in-your-wine-fiona-beckett
Yes, You Should Insure Your Wine Collection. Here’s How.
If you have a wine collection worth $200,000 or more—and you haven’t taken out an insurance policy—your investment may be in jeopardy.
https://robbreport.com/lifestyle/finance/wine-collection-insurance-1234633955/
Pairing Champagne and Chocolate
Pairing Champagne and sparkling wine with chocolate is tricky business.
https://www.winebutler.ca/pairing-champa-and-chocolate/
The Differences Between Bourbon and Whiskey, Explained
Just as Scotch whisky can only hail from Scotland, bourbon is a type of whiskey made only in the United States.
Fireball Introduces the 5-Liter, 115-Shot ‘FireKeg’
Dropping this month, FireKegs will retail nationwide for $75.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/fireball-115-shot-firekeg/
Cîroc creates pomegranate vodka
Diageo has expanded its Cîroc vodka range with a new limited edition flavor – pomegranate.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/09/ciroc-creates-pomegranate-vodka/
TOP 100 BEST BUYS OF 2021
Discovering a tasty bottle of wine that delivers immense bang for its measly price is nothing short of transcendent.
MANY IN STOCK
https://www.winemag.com/toplists/top-100-best-buys-2021/
Franklin TV: Wine & Blues – Because, hey! Wine & Blues
Our Podcast The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/franklin-tv-wine-blues-because-hey-wine.html
Before It Became a Unicorn, Pappy Van Winkle Was Sold by the Barrel
By the 2010s or so, Pappy would be a veritable ‘unicorn,” mostly impossible to find at retail
Class action lawsuit alleges Molson Coors falsely promoted hard seltzer health benefits
A class action lawsuit filed against Molson Coors alleges that the company mislead consumers over the health benefits of its Vizzy hard seltzer.
Hard seltzers with ‘added benefits’ are a success with consumers
Hard seltzers marketed with ‘added benefits’ such as CBD or a ‘refreshing taste’ are more attractive to consumers, according to a new study.
The 7 Most Creative Beers You Can Drink This Fall
Here, seven of the tastiest and most inventive beers to sip this season.
https://www.5280.com/2021/09/the-7-most-creative-beers-you-can-drink-this-fall/
10 of the Best Vodka Cocktail Recipes for Fall
Read on for 10 of the best vodka cocktails to make this fall.
Apple Picking Cocktail Recipes to Make With Bulleit
This happens to be the perfect confluence of flavors, as whiskey, specifically bourbon, is particularly well suited to pairing with the sweet, tart, and fruity notes that are at the core of an apple’s palate
How different types of barrels and wood impact beer
If you went out looking for craft beer a decade ago, your options would be limited to finding imperial stout or bourbon-aged barley wine.
https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/featured/how-different-types-of-barrels-and-wood-impact-beer/
Peyton Manning is making cold calls to Indy liquor stores to put his bourbon on shelves
Sweetens Cove bourbon, it’s also very dear to Manning
Texas Wine 101
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TEXAS WINE REGIONS AND GRAPES
https://austin.eater.com/22671850/texas-wine-regions-grapes-guide
MIND diet linked to sharper brain and it includes wine every day
A specific diet called the MIND diet, which includes a glass of wine,
New ‘smoothie sour’ beer trend takes off
A new epicurean-influenced beer style called the ‘smoothie sour’ has started trending in the US and has been predicted to expand more broadly.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/09/new-smoothie-sour-beer-trend-takes-off-in-the-us/
Why Liquor Shortages Caused By The COVID-19 Pandemic Persist In Some States
A fair warning for your next trip to the liquor store: Several states across the U.S. are still experiencing booze shortages related to COVID-19, and it’s unclear when supply will be able to meet demand.
Corsica’s Pink Wines Share a History With Napoleon, Its Conquering Hero
As the elegant rosés from the French island of Corsica continue to favorably draw comparisons to those of its close neighbor on the Mediterranean mainland,
Botanicals in Gin
What gives gin its distinctive flavour, and what makes the seemingly infinite number of gins so different from one another?
https://www.decanter.com/spirits/gin-botanicals-plus-ten-to-try-441137/
La Palma volcano causes trouble for wine producers
Sixty of La Palma’s 871ha of vineyards have been damaged by the lava flow and ash caused by La Palma volcano eruption
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/la-palma-volcano-causes-trouble-for-wine-producers-465632/
Everything You Need to Know About Nonalcoholic Beer
They taste better than they did in the past, but are they healthier for you? See what experts say.
https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/everything-you-need-to-know-about-non-alcoholic-beer/
5 Surprising Effects of Drinking Craft Beer, Says Science
Research has found “significantly higher levels” of some nutrients, when compared to traditional brands.
https://www.eatthis.com/news-surprising-effects-drinking-craft-beer-science/
California’s Copper Cane pays $50K to settle Oregon label fight
The long fight between Oregon and winemaker Joe Wagner appears to be over.
https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2021/09/23/copper-cane-olcc-settlement.html
Is Wine Vegan? The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Cruelty-Free Wine
Most wine is not vegan, which may come as a devastating surprise. After all, isn’t wine just fermented grapes?
https://www.treehugger.com/is-wine-vegan-5200989
What Does It Mean for a Wine To Be Alive?
A whole microbial ecosystem lives inside a bottle
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/is-wine-alive/
Three must-know grapes from southern Italy
From “Nebbiolo of the South” to age-worthy Fiano, southern Italy’s Campania and Basilicata have more to offer than ancient ruins of mythical Pompeii and cerulean blue waters in Capri.
https://vino-joy.com/2021/09/24/three-must-know-grapes-from-southern-italy/
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
Franklin Wine Club Wines
A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.
Sounds pretty good these days.
We’ve Got Your Holidays Covered: Custom Label Wines
Select from ready-made customizable templates using our online
Label-Maker Pro tool or simply upload your own artwork!
Choose from a selection of different wine styles and price points…
12 BOTTLE MINIMUM PER WINE – CASES STARTING UNDER $290
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
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Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
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Society Of Wine Educators
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French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
Spanish Wine Scholar SWS-Wine Scholar Guild
Oregon Wine Expert OWE-Napa Valley Wine Academy
Italian Wine Maestro-The Vinitaly International Academy (First Class In USA)
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW) Podcast Episode 180
October 2, 2021Exploring All Things Wine With You!
Nominated For A Podcast Award 2019 And 2021
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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Episode 180
How Much You Should Spend On A Bottle
How Sweet It Is
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Liquor Industry News 09-27-21
September 27, 2021
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE, IWM*
09-27-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
More wine myths we have known
10 Fall Tequila Cocktail Recipes
Samuel Adams to release its 2021 Utopias beer
How to Buy Wine in Bulk for Your Wedding
How Much Wine Do I Buy and When?
https://www.brides.com/how-to-buy-wine-in-bulk-for-your-wedding-5200800
10 of the Best Bourbon Cocktails for Fall
Looking to add a little more bourbon into your fall cocktail lineup?
Wineries Selling Up Doesn’t Mean Selling Out
When your favorite boutique winery gets gobbled up by a corporate giant, is it always a bad thing?
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/09/wineries-selling-up-doesnt-mean-selling-out
How faithful are American value-wine drinkers?
In terms of wine production, E&J Gallo, Constellation, The Wine Group and Treasury Wine Estates (originally from Australia) are currently the major producers in the USA.
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2021/09/how-faithful-are-american-value-wine.html
How Bourbon Became a ‘Distinctive Product of the United States’
Bourbon: It’s about as American a drink as apple pie is a food.
6 Homemade Lemonade Cocktails to Make
So, how do you improve on this perfect summer drink?
Every Summer Cocktail You Need to Try With Tanqueray
There is something about summer that puts everyone in the mood for fresh, sun-kissed ingredients.
New Ciroc
Diageo has launched Cîroc Pomegranate, the newest seasonal flavor from the Sean “Diddy” Combs-backed vodka brand. The 35% abv flavored vodka follows Summer Citrus, the brand’s last limited release, and joins the main portfolio of Cîroc’s unflavored vodka plus flavors like mango, apple, and pineapple, among others. Last year, Cîroc was at 1.35 million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.
The true story behind how Missouri saved the French wine industry
With the help of Missouri rootstock, French grapevines were nursed back from the brink of extinction.
https://www.saucemagazine.com/a/59484/the-true-story-behind-missouri-saving-the-french-wine-indust
17 Weird, Wondrous Places for Wine-Lovers Around the Globe
Society’s collective fascination with fermented grapes has led to some fascinating finds around the world
https://www.atlasobscura.com/lists/best-wineries-in-the-world
What does AVA mean in wine?
Do you know your Coombsville from your Russian River Valley or your Royal Slope? Welcome to the AVA system for US wine.
https://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/what-is-an-ava-51863/
Bottle Variation
If you pay strict attention to the wines you buy, you may notice that there often are slight differences between two bottles of the “same” wine.
https://www.creators.com/read/dan-berger-on-wine/09/21/bottle-variation
Waxsplaining – Let’s make enjoying wine harder!
There is the well-known somm trick of warming up the wax first with warm water.
https://spitbucket.net/2021/09/14/waxsplaining-lets-make-enjoying-wine-harder/
Shake Off the Chilly Autumn Weather With These Fall Cocktails
Fall is famous for its annual beer festivals, but there’s no need to get stuck in an Oktoberfest rut.
The Historical Reason Bourbon Is Used in American Desserts
As America’s native spirit, bourbon has proven to be a multipurpose drink over the last two centuries.
New whiskey brand celebrates Elvis Presley
South Carolina-based Grain & Barrel Spirits has created a whiskey brand that pays homage to the late musician Elvis Presley.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/09/new-whiskey-brand-celebrates-elvis-presley/
You can now buy a sparkling rosé sold in a penis-shaped bottle
If you’ve ever wondered how many novel ideas you can encapsulate in one phallic bottle, you may well be about to find out.
Rapid authentication device detects fake whisky
Detection technology firm Eluceda has created a portable device that can rapidly identify whether a whisky is authentic.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/09/rapid-authentication-device-detects-fake-whisky/
The 30 Best Rye Whiskey Brands (2021)
Rye is essential in these drinks but the drinks themselves are just as important in the whiskey’s modern history.
9 Things You Should Know About Booker’s Bourbon
Booker’s Bourbon had several things going for it when it broke onto the scene in 1988
Seven Delicious Things to Do with Leftover Champagne
These eight resourceful recipes are the thinking drinker’s guide to resourcefulness.
New Bud
Anheuser-Busch has launched Nütrl, a new vodka based RTD, in 11 states across the U.S. The 4.5% abv seltzers are made from vodka, sparkling water, and fruit juice. Nütrl has no added sugar and each 12-ounce serving comes in at 100 calories. Initially, the brand will launch with three flavors—Raspberry, Watermelon, and Pineapple—packaged in a 6-can variety pack alongside individual flavor 4-packs for Raspberry and Pineapple. While the initial launch is focusing on 11 markets, AB is planning to increase distribution throughout the rest of the year.
What’s the Difference Between Crosses, Clones, Mutations & Hybrids?
In the world of wine grape varieties, not all fruit is created equal – and in fact, the breakdown may actually be a bit more complicated than you think.
Samuel Adams to release its 2021 Utopias beer i
Utopias beer, which weighs in at 28% alcohol by volume – a strength that makes it illegal in 15 states.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2021/09/16/beer-sam-adams-utopias-2021/8365884002/
Buffalo Trace takes legal action against scams
Kentucky-based Buffalo Trace has taken legal action following a spate of online whiskey fraudsters.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/09/buffalo-trace-takes-legal-action-against-scams/
10 Fall Tequila Cocktail Recipes
But there’s more to tequila than the Margarita.
What’s the Difference Between Oxidized and Oxidative?
Oxygen has such a big impact on wine, that winemakers both embrace it and fear it
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/oxidized-versus-oxidative-wine/
Value-Driven Millennials Have Abandoned Classic Wines, But They Could Be Their Saviors
But not all classic wines are expensive, and just as their parents eventually shifted from wine coolers to first growths, millennials won’t be crushing canned wine forever.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/04/02/millennial-classic-wines-value/
More wine myths we have known
Do wine bottles need to be stored on their side or upright? We explore this and other common wine “myths.”
https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/More-wine-myths-we-have-known
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
Franklin Wine Club Wines
A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.
Sounds pretty good these days.
We’ve Got Your Holidays Covered: Custom Label Wines
Select from ready-made customizable templates using our online
Label-Maker Pro tool or simply upload your own artwork!
Choose from a selection of different wine styles and price points…
12 BOTTLE MINIMUM PER WINE – CASES STARTING UNDER $290
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
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Franklin Liquors Wine Education
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
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Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)
French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
Spanish Wine Scholar SWS-Wine Scholar Guild
Oregon Wine Expert OWE-Napa Valley Wine Academy
Italian Wine Maestro-The Vinitaly International Academy (First Class In USA)
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW) Podcast Episode 179
September 25, 2021Exploring All Things Wine With You!
Airing Every Week On Franklin Radio WFPR 102.9 FM
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Episode 179
Can You Freeze Wine
Bulk Wine
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Liquor Industry News 09-20-21
September 20, 2021
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE, IWM*
09-20-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
8 White Russians to Drink After Labor Day
The Complete Guide to the Most Popular Types of Beer
Why Does It Cost So Much to Ship a Box of Wine?
This Is the Most Popular Cheap Beer in America, According to Data
Google Trends search interest over the last one-year period for all 50 U.S. states and Washington D.C. to see which beer was searched for the most in each state.
beer in plastic cup
https://bestlifeonline.com/most-popular-cheap-beer-news/
Whisky sales boosted by ‘perceived health benefits’, says study
Perceived health benefits of whiskey have made it a preferred drink among those aiming at weight management
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/09/whisky-sales-boosted-by-obese-consumers/
Biden could be about to shake up an 88-year-old system
Over the past quarter of a century there has been an enormous consolidation of the alcohol sector, particularly within the producer and wholesale tiers.
Truly’s New Holiday Pack Includes a Sangria Style Seltzer
The Truly Holiday Party Pack features four cocktail-inspired flavors including Cran Orange Sparkler, Pom Ginger Fizz, Holiday Sangria Style, and Spiked Apple Juice.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/truly-holiday-party-variety-pack-details/
How Oktoberfest Became a Worldwide Sensation
Oktoberfest was once a strictly provincial event and beer was hardly the main focus.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/09/07/oktoberfest-history-beer-german/
How to Taste the Fermentation Vessel in Your Wine
Oak, clay, concrete, and stainless steel all impact the aromas, flavors, and textures in a wine
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/fermentation-vessels-tasting/
How Much of the World’s Bourbon Is Actually Made in Kentucky?
Ninety-five percent. The amount of bourbon made in Kentucky is an easy enough number to come by with a simple Google search.
10 Things You Should Know About Everclear Grain Alcohol
According to The New York Times, it’s currently illegal in 11 states.
Bud Light Seltzer’s Flannel Pack Features Four Fall Flavors, Including Pumpkin Spice
With Autumn quickly approaching, Bud Light Seltzer announced the launch of its Fall Flannel Variety pack.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/bud-light-seltzer-flannel-variety-pack-details/
French winegrowers state sulphite content on their labels
Each analysis is conducted by a laboratory before bottling then the results are displayed on an extra label on each back label
https://www.vitisphere.com/news-94748-French-winegrowers-state-sulphite-content-on-their-labels.htm
When Should Coravins Actually Be Used In Restaurants?
When the Coravin was released nearly a decade ago, it changed the wine game.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/09/08/coravin-restaurant-pros-cons/
Alcohol-free wine ‘has same heart health benefits’ as the real thing, study says
The benefits are thanks to the polyphenols in the wine rather than the alcohol,
Chocolate Bourbon Balls Are the Boozy Treat
Bourbon and chocolate make for a timeless combination.
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The Differences Between the Margarita and Daiquiri, Explained
Two beloved classics forever inscribed in the hearts of cocktail lovers,
The Surprising Overlap Between the Worlds of Golf and Wine
Multiple professional golfers have their own vineyards and wines, and special wines are created for some of the world’s biggest tournaments.
https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/eat-and-drink/2021/09/golf-wine
Why Does It Cost So Much to Ship a Box of Wine?
American consumers can buy computers, dog food, and even motor oil online, and get free shipping. Those packages show up at the front door every time and no one gives it a second thought. But not wine.
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/wine-shipping-costs/
Top 5 Russian wine grape varieties
Experts explain which of the many local varieties have the most potential.
https://www.rbth.com/russian-kitchen/334182-top-5-grape-varieties-russian-wine
Extreme weather causes 60% drop in Champagne crop for 2021
This means that the estimated natural yield on average across the entire region is 7,000kg/ha, making it an even smaller harvest than 2003 –
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/09/extreme-weather-causes-60-drop-in-champagne-crop-for-2021/
Stella Artois launches new 0.0% ABV beer
Rather than suggest consumers abstain from alcohol altogether, or zero in on the health and wellbeing benefits of going alcohol-free,
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/09/stella-artois-launches-new-0-0-abv-beer/
The Complete Guide to the Most Popular Types of Beer
The world of beer can be overwhelming and confusing.
8 White Russians to Drink After Labor Day
The White Russian, a coffee-scented cocktail made with vodka, cream, and Kahlúa, is the ideal beverage for ringing in fall weather.
Your complete and detailed info graphic guide and explanations to the color of wine.
What makes the color of the wine?
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/12/08/wine-color-complete-visual-guide/
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How Winemaker’s Know It’s Harvest Time
Bud Light Releases Pumpkin Spice and Toasted Marshmallow Hard Seltzers
Canteen launches canned gin Spritzes
French bitter over wine study
A British institution will this week rubbish France’s perennial claim that its unique soil and climatic conditions are responsible for producing some of the world’s finest wines.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2005/mar/20/france.foodanddrink
7 Ways to Open a Beer Bottle Without a Bottle Opener
From house keys to wedding rings, here are seven foolproof ways to open a bottle of beer that don’t involve removing the cap with a traditional bottle opener.
8 Things You Should Know About Barefoot Wines
Learn more about the best-selling brand with these eight things every wine lover should know about Barefoot.
The History Behind Grand Marnier’s Uniquely Curvy Bottle
America’s favorite beverage, and shots of “GrandMa” have become something of a bartender’s handshake in Rhode Island.
Trends in US wine consumption over the past decade
The basic issue is that people vary in their behavior, so that some people might increase their drinking
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2021/08/trends-in-us-wine-consumption-over-past.html
Why This Prosecco Producer Has Removed The Wine’s Name From Its Labels
Prosecco, a wine from the undulating hills in the Veneto region of northern Italy, graces drinks menus throughout the world
When it comes to a wine’s vintage, what defines a good year?
Does the year on the label matter?
How to (Actually) Get Rid of Fruit Flies
Banish the tiny pests for good.
https://modernfarmer.com/2021/08/how-to-get-rid-of-fruit-flies/
AB InBev creates Natural Light vodka
Brewing giant Anheuser-Busch InBev has pushed its Natural Light beer brand into the vodka category.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/08/ab-inbev-creates-natural-light-vodka/
Alas, France doesn’t actually have a wine-bottle-shaped train
A viral Twitter video shows a very convincing wine train sailing through Bordeaux.
https://thetakeout.com/train-shaped-like-bottle-of-wine-france-video-1847583859
Canteen launches canned gin Spritzes
Texas-based ready-to-drink company Canteen Spirits has unveiled a trio of gin Spritzes.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/09/canteen-launches-canned-gin-spritzes/
DOES SOCIAL MEDIA IMPACT WINE CHOICE?
Are wine consumers increasingly influenced by social media and online sources for their wine choices and recommendations?
https://www.wineintelligence.com/does-social-media-impact-wine-choice/
Lodi is about to pick its first Assyrtiko
The Assyrtiko grape is pronounced ah-SEER-tee-koh
https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Lodi-is-about-to-pick-its-first-Assyrtiko
Smaller Producers Need Independent Retailers—Now More Than Ever
The idea is to sell the independent retailer a story and product that they can, in turn, sell to their customers.
What’s the Difference Between Luxardo and Maraschino Cherries?
Luxardo cherries and Maraschino cherries are both technically Maraschino cherries, but there is quite a difference between the two.
Two Buck Chuck and the Lure of Bargain Wine
Two Buck Chuck was the first cheap wine that didn’t come in a jug with a screw cap or an awkward box.
https://www.pix.wine/the-drop/bargain-basement-wine-trend/
Barolo and Brassieres
Underwear is not quite like wine; the proportion of the population that happily sees no need for it is obviously far smaller. Even so, I think there are some interesting parallels.
https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/analysis/barolo-and-brassieres
Blue Moon Hops Onto Hazy Beer Train with Nationwide Launch of ‘Moon Haze’
While it’s known for its Belgian-inspired ales, the brewing company is now delving into the hazy beer scene.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/blue-moon-launches-moon-haze-nationwide/
How to Green Your Beer
Beer, a liquid forged in heat and often transported great distances, leaves a hefty
https://www.milwaukeemag.com/how-to-green-your-beer/
Virginia Peninsula AVA Established by TTB
Region known for colonial settlements is Virginia’s ninth approved AVA
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=250778
Primitivo di Manduria
This grape is Primitivo, an ancient vine of Croatian origins and a close relative of the Californian Zinfandel.
What Happens to Your Body When You Drink a Bottle of Wine
What science says about selfishly draining a bottle of wine may do to your body.
https://www.eatthis.com/news-effects-drinking-bottle-wine/
This White Wine Has the Most Antioxidants, New Study Says
A team of European scientists has determined that one particular variety of white wine delivers the highest amount of antioxidants.
https://www.eatthis.com/news-white-wine-antioxidants/
Online consumers search for drinks via ‘needs’ not ‘brands’
Statistics show that consumers are increasingly health conscious and looking for low calorie and gluten free items to suit their needs, rather than searching for specific brands.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/09/online-consumers-select-drinks-via-needs-not-brands/
The Lore of J. Lohr: History of a Legend
- Lohr is a testament and inspiration to what can be accomplished with a lot of heart and endless grit.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/09/01/the-lore-of-j-lohr-history-of-a-legend/
Woodford Reserve creates cocktail mixers with Williams Sonoma
The new range features classic Bourbon serves such as the Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and Mint Julep.
Bud Light Releases Pumpkin Spice and Toasted Marshmallow Hard Seltzers
The new Fall Flannel 12-pack from Bud Light Seltzer arrives nationwide this month.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/bud-light-hard-seltzer-pumpkin-spice-marshmallow
11 French Wines Everyone Should Try At Least Once
Like many places, wine varies by the region in France.
https://www.delish.com/kitchen-tools/cookbooks/g37235117/best-french-wines/
Ten Wine Tips for Beginners
Wine Tips
https://www.winemag.com/2017/04/27/ten-wine-tips-for-beginners/
A Wine Expert’s Guide to Training Your Palate
Some things must be learned by doing. If you want to play music, you need to play an instrument, not read about music theory.
https://www.winemag.com/2015/10/26/a-wine-experts-guide-to-training-your-palate/
How Winemaker’s Know It’s Harvest Time
The bottom line for grape growers and winemakers is to find the perfect time for harvest.
https://www.everwonderwine.com/blog/2021/9/3/how-winemakers-know-its-harvest-time
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