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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
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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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