These New Master Sommeliers Share How They Aced the Exam
Just after passing the 2023 MS exam, Mark Guillaudeu, MS, and Jonathan Eichholz, MS, share study tips, test-taking advice, and how they plan to celebrate
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Does Premium Whiskey Need a Box?
Secondary packaging signifies a bottle’s collectable status in the premium whiskey market, but, now that sustainability is top of mind, consumers are shifting their priorities
How to Land Your First Sommelier Gig
Expert advice on how to become a sommelier, from finding a mentor to whether certification is really necessary
Prioritizing Economic Equity for Bar Staff
Happy Accidents owners Kate Gerwin and Blaze Montana centered their business around the well-being of their team—and created a model for others to follow
Designing a More Sustainable Packaging System for the Spirits Industry
EcoSpirits set out to tackle the enormous waste and carbon emissions produced by single-use glass bottles in the beverage industry with a technology and design solution based on reuse
Creating a New Model for Accessible Wine Retail and Restaurant Design
With his acclaimed on- and off-premise spaces, Contento and Beaupierre Wine & Spirits, Yannick Benjamin is redesigning modern hospitality for all
9 Canned Wines Actually Worth Drinking, According to Buyers
Retailers and beverage directors highlight canned wines they’re excited to sell, from classics like Muscadet and Beaujolais to orange piquette from California
Could Reuse Be the Future of Wine Packaging?
Lightweight glass, recycling, and alternative packaging provide steps towards a greener future, but the ultimate solution lies in reuse
Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo
Excellent quality, low prices, and a signature, deep-pink color make Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo a must-stock for Dallas sommelier Tiffany Tobey
The Path to Zero-Emission Wine Shipping
As the wine industry reckons with the climate impact of its global transportation network, options multiply for decarbonizing freight and shipping
The Bars Putting Workers’ Well-Being First
With the worker shortage ongoing, some bars are creating more supportive and appealing workplaces with a range of benefits to attract—and retain—employees
Why Value-Seeking Buyers Turn to Germany’s Spätburgunder
In control states like Pennsylvania, these German Pinot Noirs offer a value-packed alternative to Burgundy
How to Build a Premium By-the-Glass Program That Sells
When executed well, offering a selection of high-end wines by the glass can offer a special hospitality experience while driving revenue—without increasing waste
What’s Driving the Growth of Calvados in the U.S. Market?
As Americans’ love for apples coincides with a rising appreciation for brown spirits, Calvados finds a new home in the U.S. market
Getting the Most Out of the Sales Rep Relationship
From fostering transparency to clarifying who your customer is, these tips will help buyers and sales reps work together effectively
How to Navigate the Tricky World of Wine Allocations
Hard-to-find bottles add buzz to a restaurant wine program or retail shop, but sacrifices and logistical considerations exist in procuring these lauded expressions
How Retailers Are Optimizing Entry-Level Wine Selections
In the age of inflation, industry experts share their insights on how they maintain a worthwhile collection of affordable bottles for consumers looking for value
Little Rascal's Constantine's Cosmos
As classic vodka cocktails continue to trend, this reimagined Cosmopolitan brings in texture and tang through raspberry, lychee, and St-Germain
What You Need to Know About Slovenian Wine
With a focus on small production and minimal intervention techniques, Slovenian producers are writing a new chapter in the country’s wine story
Vodka, By the Numbers
From changing cocktail demands to botanical, low-ABV expressions, discover what’s trending in the ever-popular vodka category with our downloadable infographic
Imperial Ciders Are Growing Fast—Here’s Why
High-ABV ciders are trending thanks to updated regulations on packaging and taxation—as well as shifting consumer demands
Looking to Field Blends as the Ultimate Expression of Terroir
For Portland, Oregon, sommelier and restaurateur Kelsey Glasser, field blends from around the world tell the story of one unique vineyard in a more sustainable way
Why Independent Wine Retailers Are Making Custom Cuvées
Private-label wines have long existed for restaurant and retail chains, but now a growing number of small wine retailers are collaborating with boutique wineries to make their own limited-release wines
Santa Barbara Wine
Santa Barbara’s diverse, well-balanced, affordable wines are well worth seeking out—including these three producers to watch
