Why Industry Professionals Are Rethinking the Language of Wine
To become more inclusive and accessible, a growing industry movement is questioning traditional, often Eurocentric wine descriptors both in the classroom and on the floor
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How 4 Wine Businesses Delivered on Their Equity Goals
Jane Lopes reports on how the WINE Pledge helps businesses—including her own—cultivate a more diverse, equitable, and environmentally sustainable wine industry
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Shifts in traditional educational bodies and a wave of new resources have improved access to wine education—but is it enough?
Bourbon, Biodiversity, and the Quest to Save America’s Oak Forests
Without the success of the White Oak Initiative—a coalition of distilleries, cooperages, and foresters—there will be too few trees for their current widespread use
What Is the Future for American Wine Négociants?
Despite the challenges that come with being a négociant in the U.S., the flexibility of the business model makes it an appealing one
6 Beer Industry Trends to Watch in 2023
Variety packs, homegrown grains, and fewer SKUs are all on the docket for the beer industry in the coming year
5 Spirits and Cocktail Trends to Watch in 2023
The spirits industry is evolving to meet shifting consumer demands and a changing world. Here are the trends that will shape the year to come
6 Wine Industry Trends to Watch in 2023
In the coming year, the wine world will respond to climate change and generational shifts
Why Some Producers No Longer Call Their Spirits Mezcal
A cumbersome certification process and growing consumer awareness have prompted more mezcal distillers to embrace the agave spirits label instead.
Navigating the Winery Workplace with an Invisible Disability
One writer with epilepsy shares what it’s like to work in a winery with an invisible disability—and examines what the industry can do to create a more welcoming workplace
The Escalating Shortage of Warehouse Space in the Beverage Industry
The pandemic exacerbated problems plaguing beverage alcohol warehouses, especially those around major ports. Are there any solutions in sight?
