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In the face of global tensions and persistent gender inequality, Senay Ozdemir works to connect female wine professionals worldwide, focusing on struggling nations and underrepresented appellations
Grain de Sail, the first commercial exporter of wine by sail freight, shows that sail ship transport isn’t always a green gimmick, but can offer a viable—and scalable—alternative to conventional cargo
These twelve leaders are shaping the beverage alcohol industry while trailblazing more opportunities for AAPI professionals
Ten rising stars charting creative new paths—and pushing for inclusivity—in the world of wine, beer, and spirits
In Mexico’s Baja region, the Bordeaux-trained winemaker Lourdes Martinez Ojeda crafts wines that establish her homeland as vital to the global culinary stage
France’s National Institute for Agricultural Research has developed new, disease-resistant varieties that allow growers to adapt to environmental challenges
The owners of San Diego’s Border X Brewing use their Mexican heritage to bring diversity to their beers and taprooms
Activist Ashtin Berry promotes conversations about race, gender, and other politically charged topics to help the industry identify its biases and create more inclusive spaces
With the platform A Balanced Glass, Rebecca Hopkins and Cathy Huyghe are building a professional community that prioritizes self-care
In her capacity as head of the U.S. Association of Cider Makers, Michelle McGrath is helping define what American cider is—and what it can be
Susan Coss and Max Garrone helped fuel the mezcal revolution by promoting the spirit through a publication, an educational platform, and consumer events
The Jackson and Torres families have joined forces to launch International Wineries for Climate Action, a powerful new protocol for sustainability
How the beverage director Shannon Mustipher is challenging everything you know about cane spirits and tiki culture
How the Ohio-based malt house aims to bring barley production back to the Midwest
