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07-19-2021
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
How to Use Cynar, According to Bartenders
9 Things You Should Know About High Noon Hard Seltzer
What Is Bottle Shock (and How Do You Fix It)?
Croatia and Italy renew feud over prošek and prosecco wines
Prošek, which is made using dried grapes, originated in the Dalmatia region
Spicy Red Wine Quick Guide
There are a number of reasons why a wine might taste spicy or piquant.
https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/spicy-red-wine-quick-guide/
Here’s a look at every US president’s favorite drink
Not every president had strong ties to an alcoholic beverage
Could Italy’s Alto Piemonte region be the new Barolo?
Alto Piemonte offers high altitude vineyards, clay soils and significant diurnal temperature variation
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/07/could-italys-alto-piemonte-region-be-the-new-barolo/
The Difference Between Samuel Adams and Sierra Nevada Beers, Explained
Sierra Nevada Brewing and Samuel Adams, two brands arguably responsible for pioneering America’s craft brewing industry and forging the path for independent brewers
New Cutwater
San Diego, California-based Cutwater Spirits is adding a Piña Colada to its line-up of ready-to-drink cocktails. The new release is made with the distillery’s Bali Hai Rum and coconut cream liqueur and is at 13% abv. It joins Cutwater’s more than 20 canned cocktails and the recently launched Vodka Transfusion. Cutwater Piña Colada is available now nationwide in 4-packs of 12-ounce cans. Acquired by Anheuser-Busch in 2019, Cutwater more than doubled in size last year, reaching more than 700,000 9-liter case equivalents, according to Impact Databank.
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How Beaujolais Nouveau Won (And Lost) Generations of U.S. Drinkers
Industry experts project a 25% drop in Beaujolais Nouveau sales in the U.S., according to a 2020 Euronews report.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/07/06/beaujolais-nouveau-celebrated/
10 things you should know about Rioja
Quick guide to the famous northern Spanish wine region of Rioja.
https://www.decanter.com/sponsored/10-things-you-should-know-about-rioja-461101/
Did lead poisoning cause downfall of Roman Empire?
As the Reactions video points out, the ancient Romans loved their lead.
This Missouri Wine Region Dreams of Becoming the Midwestern Napa Valley
Before Napa Valley was a household name, the Missouri River Valley was the capital of the American wine industry.
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/missouri-winemakers-midwest-wineries
Bottled Ready-To-Drink Aperol Spritz Cocktails Hitting Select States Soon
Now, Aperol has entered the RTD market, with its orange-flavored boozy concoction hitting shelves in select states
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/aperol-spritz-rtd-cocktails/
When The Mountains Turn Blue: The Story Behind Coors’ Color-Changing Labels
In a stroke of marketing genius, the brand launched a new line of products with labels that changed color when refrigerated to the optimal temperature.
Five of the lowest calorie wines in the world
Is the calorie content of your plonk important to you?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/07/five-of-the-lowest-calorie-wines-in-the-world/
New JD
Jack Daniel’s is adding Tennessee Apple Fizz to its line of Jack Daniel’s Canned Cocktails. Made with the brand’s eponymous whiskey, the new RTD is at 7% abv and joins Tennessee Whiskey & Cola and Tennessee Whiskey, Honey & Lemonade in the lineup. It’s priced at $13 a 4-pack and is available now in 16 U.S. states including California, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, among others. Jack Daniel’s first launched the spirits-based RTD line in June of last year.
9 Connecticut liquor and spirits distilleries to visit
From moonshine to flavored liqueur, here are some of Connecticut’s distilleries.
https://www.ctinsider.com/things-to-do/article/Connecticut-distilleries-to-visit-16298359.php
Bacardí gets fruity with new tropical rum
Bacardí Tropical is a white rum flavoured with pineapple, coconut and guava.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/07/bacardi-gets-fruity-with-new-tropical-rum/
What Is Bottle Shock (and How Do You Fix It)?
Bottle shock, sometimes called “bottle sickness,” describes a recently packaged or shipped wine that tastes temporarily “dumb,” or with aromas and flavors that have seemingly shut down.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/06/11/bottle-shock-taste-real/
9 Things You Should Know About High Noon Hard Seltzer
High Noon separates itself by appealing to the better-for-you crowd, including distilled liquor and real juice in its transparent ingredient list.
The 10 Most-Ordered Drinks From Restaurants, According to Grubhub
After a year of having drinks delivered, it appears that diners are in the mood for flavorful, tropical-inspired libations, as well as traditional favorites like lager
How ‘bat-friendly’ is your favorite tequila?
The biggest threat to tequila isn’t a shortage of agave. It’s a lack of bats
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/07/how-bat-friendly-is-your-favourite-tequila/
The Difference Between Smirnoff and Tito’s, Explained
Keep reading to learn more about how these two pioneering vodka brands compare.
The Differences Between Barefoot and Yellow Tail, Explained
While both started small with humble roots, Barefoot and Yellow Tail built themselves into powerhouse brands
Older drinkers prefer screwcaps to corks, finds Wine Intelligence study
Older consumers in the UK market are the most enthusiastic adopters of screwcap-sealed wines, according to a study commissioned by Wine Intelligence.
How to Use Cynar, According to Bartenders
Artichoke is probably not something you’d expect to taste in a cocktail. But, if your drink is made with Cynar, you may pick up hints of the vegetable’s flavor.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/07/09/cynar-cocktail-recipes-guide/
Titans Create NFL’s First Wine Club
The Tennessee Titans’ latest initiative to raise their standing in the hearts and minds of their fan base includes raising some glasses.
https://www.si.com/nfl/titans/news/tennessee-titans-nfl-wine-club-the-foolish-club
Fruits of Labor
American wine’s biggest problem is facing a reckoning.
https://wineandpeace.com/wp-mag/fruits-of-labor/
Rosè from Northern to Southern Italy with the Rosautoctono Movement
It’s a collaboration of 6 different denominations.
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
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By: Mark C Lenzi
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
The Most Popular Beer Trends Right Now, Say Experts
Nip Ban Takes Effect In Mashpee, Despite Objections
What are you getting with ‘organic’ wine?
What Is Lambrusco and Why You Need to Drink It This Summer
The Emilia-Romagna region is known for many varietals, but is most famous for Lambrusco.
https://www.delish.com/food/a19781844/what-is-lambrusco/
Why We’re Still Drinking Gin & Tonics After 170+ Years
For well over a century, the gin & tonic has reigned as one of the most popular cocktails in the world
https://www.winemag.com/recipe/gin-tonic-history/
Wineries continue to enjoy success, growth in the Granite State
Their most popular is Peanut Butter and Jelly wine made with real peanut butter
The world’s first sommelier was a woman.
We find that the first deity associated with wine and — more significantly — wine service was Hebe, the daughter of Zeus and Hera.
https://dobianchi.com/2021/06/25/the-worlds-first-sommelier-was-a-woman/
What Makes a Cocktail ‘Skinny’?
A skinny cocktail is any cocktail that is lower in calories than its original version, or a low-calorie cocktail with no full-calorie equivalent.
What Are the Worst Trends in Wine Right Now?
To find out which fads are on their way out, we asked 10 of the industry’s top professionals what they think are the worst trends in wine right now.
https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-10-wine-pros-worst-trends/
Why Aren’t There More 100-point Wines?
Scoring wine has always been something of a contentious issue.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/06/why-arent-there-more-100-point-wines
Why did the Ancients Like Salty Wine?
Why was saltwater added to the mixture?
https://www.ancient-origins.net/history/wine-0015502
Historical Wines of Portugal:
Portugal has an important winemaking sector, currently holding the seventh largest vineyard area in the world and ranking first globally in terms of dedicated share of total planted agricultural area
How Small Label Changes Can Spike or Sink Wine Sales
Winemakers and branding experts shared their insights on which often-surprising minor adjustments have juiced their sales.
https://www.liquor.com/how-label-changes-affect-wine-sales-5190537
How Many Carbs Are Found in Wine?
If you’re counting carbs it doesn’t mean you have to cut out wine, at least not altogether
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-many-carbs-in-wine/
What Does ‘Bitter’ Mean in Wine?
What does it mean for wine to be bitter, and could it be a good thing?
https://www.winemag.com/2021/06/29/bitter-wine-meaning/
Pulling Wisdom Teeth Can Improve Long-Term Taste Function
Patients who had their wisdom teeth extracted had improved tasting abilities decades after having the surgery
https://www.miragenews.com/pulling-wisdom-teeth-can-improve-long-term-587029/
How Much Does That Wine Bottle Weigh?
What can a wine producer do to improve sustainability and signal it clearly to consumers?
https://wineeconomist.com/2021/06/29/wine-bottle/
It’s Nearly Impossible to Get Canadian Wine in the U.S. Here’s Why.
Wineries, importers, trade reps and sommeliers claim 99 reasons why it’s hard to find Canadian wine in the U.S., but quality isn’t one of them.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/06/29/canadian-wine-distribution-america/
Comprehensive guide to South American wine published
Called The South America Wine Guide, the 528-page book is based on a decade of research and interviews conducted by Barnes while living on the continent.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/06/comprehensive-guide-to-south-american-wine-published/
The 8 Best Vodkas for Moscow Mules, Ranked
Of course, it’s practically a legal requirement to mention that this drink almost single-handedly propelled vodka to becoming the most popular spirit in America.
Indiana Rye whiskey granted official status
Craft distillers in Indiana scored a big win this week when a new bill was passed allowing distillers to label their product with the term “Indiana Rye” whiskey.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/07/indiana-rye-whiskey-granted-official-status/
Elegant and Crisp: The Indigenous White Wine Grapes of Central Italy
Central Italy is home to classic white wines made from native grapes that yield dry, delicious pours with character and energy.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/05/31/central-italy-white-wine-guide/
Aromas in Wine: 25 of the Most Common Wine Aromas Explained
When it comes to wine tasting, deciphering the numerous aromas in wine isn’t necessarily easy for everyone
http://www.palmandvine.com/aromas-in-wine-25-of-the-most-common-wine-aromas-explained/
The Difference Between Corona and Modelo Beers, Explained
Keep reading to learn more about how these two iconic brands from south of the border stack up.
Why aren’t sulphite levels on wine labels
Hence the lack of what would otherwise be a useful ingredient labelling: frustrating for producers as well as customers.
https://www.decanter.com/learn/sulphur-dioxide-and-sulphites-wine-labels-ask-decanter-458624/
Let the USPS ship alcohol. It will help post office finances and raise spirits nationwide.
For decades, winemakers have been legally allowed to ship bottles of wine directly to customers via private shipping companies.
What are you getting with ‘organic’ wine?
In the U.S., organic wine falls into two categories: “organic wine” and “wine made with organically grown grapes.”
3 Wine Slush Recipes
Why stop at frosé? Frozen wine cocktails are your new summer go-to.
https://www.foodandwine.com/cocktails-spirits/brunch-cocktails/frozen-wine-cocktails
Franciacorta: A Sparkling DOCG Wine Appellation
Franciacorta still remains undiscovered by many Americans, even by those who love sparkling wines.
How Daniel Daou has discovered the European soul of Paso Robles
At an elevation of around 650 metres, the property encompasses 280 hectares, of which around 81 is planted to vines.
http://www.the-buyer.net/tasting/wine/daniel-daou-paso-robles/
10 Frothy, Delicious Egg White Cocktails to Try
Eggs are famously versatile for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—they’re even delicious in cocktails.
https://www.foodandwine.com/cocktails-spirits/best-egg-white-cocktails
The 12 Best Gins for Gin and Tonics
Gin & Tonics are the coffee of the cocktail world — difficult to fully appreciate at first but once you jump on board, you wonder how you ever lived without them.
Nip Ban Takes Effect In Mashpee, Despite Objections
A ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages packaged in miniature plastic “nip” bottles went into effect in Mashpee this week, despite objections by liquor store owners.
“Ingredient Labeling: A Look Back”
Ridge was the first California winery to list every ingredient used in making a wine on all its labels.
https://www.ridgewine.com/about/news/ingredient-labeling-a-look-back-by-paul-draper/
THAT’S AMARONE
As a country with thousands of indigenous varieties, Italy’s wine culture runs the depth and breadth of styles.
https://www.gulfshorelife.com/2021/07/01/thats-amarone/
‘Champagne sorbet’ dispute sees new court ruling
An ice cream flavor described as ‘Champagne sorbet’ and briefly sold by Aldi Süd in Germany several years ago could have been misleading for consumers, according to the Munich Higher Regional Court.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/champagne-sorbet-dispute-sees-new-court-ruling-461227/
Americans are drinking smaller amounts of beer with greater alcohol content, says new research
Americans are consuming more craft beer with higher alcohol content but are drinking less beer by volume.
The Most Popular Beer Trends Right Now, Say Experts
Now, as tastes begin to stabilize again, the minds behind an app that sells over 10,000 beers are revealing what’s all the rage in beer based on customers’ latest picks.
https://www.eatthis.com/news-most-popular-beer-trends-right-now-say-experts/
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
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