Blended wines gaining traction among American drinkers
Blending wine used to be commonplace many years ago, then it became taboo, until recently where now we are seeing blending wine as one of the fastest growing trends in the industry. American consumers have come to love blended wine. Blended wine is typically composed...
Natural wine takes hold
Natural wine is all the buzz these days, although surprisingly most people have no idea what really constitutes “natural” wine. Natural wine doesn’t have a specific definition. In short, natural wine is more of an ideology rather than a specific process. A natural...
Alabama approves increase to liquor markup
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board recently approve an increase of 5 percentage points in the markup on liquor. A move that will add about one dollar to the price of a $30 standard liquor bottle. The three-member board approved the increase with no dissent, the new...
Bourbon market is exploding in popularity
Bourbon is America’s only true “native spirit” and has been riding a wave of popularity that hasn’t been seen in the past 50 years. The popularity has been driven by a combination of savvy marketing and a resurgence of cocktail culture. Bourbon has become so popular...
Soaring volume in Asia for Cognac
Cognac shipments to Asia increased by an extremely impressive 86.4 percent in the month of May compared to last year. A significant growth jump compared to the relatively soft April. On a six month rolling basis shipments to Asia are now up by 7.2 percent in volume....
The American Midwest is driving craft distillery growth
It makes sense that the American Midwest produces some of consumer’s favorite new spirits brands. The heartland produces most of the grain that is grown in this country so opening a distillery in the surrounding states is just good business. Craft distilleries...
Oklahoma law allowing alcohol sales in theaters passes
This past week Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signed into law the bill allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages in movie theaters. The new bill will go into effect on October 1st and allow movie theaters to start selling beer and mixed drinks without forcing theaters...
Oklahoma law allowing alcohol sales in theaters passes
This past week Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signed into law the bill allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages in movie theaters. The new bill will go into effect on October 1st and allow movie theaters to start selling beer and mixed drinks without forcing theaters...
Taste perception is influenced by more than just taste
There is a reason why brands put so much time and effort into descriptions on labels. A new study suggest that vivid descriptions actually make wine appear to taste better. Researchers found that elaborate descriptions on wine labels had a positive influence on...