Creating Wine Grapes that Can Withstand Climate Change
France’s National Institute for Agricultural Research has developed new, disease-resistant varieties that allow growers to adapt to environmental challenges
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Forging a Multicultural Future for American Beer
The owners of San Diego’s Border X Brewing use their Mexican heritage to bring diversity to their beers and taprooms
Reimagining Equity in the Hospitality Industry
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
Bringing Wellness to the International Wine Community
With the platform A Balanced Glass, Rebecca Hopkins and Cathy Huyghe are building a professional community that prioritizes self-care
Crafting the Future of the American Cider Industry
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
The Mezcalistas Founders Built a Community for the Agave Spirit
Susan Coss and Max Garrone helped fuel the mezcal revolution by promoting the spirit through a publication, an educational platform, and consumer events
Spearheading a Global Initiative to Fight Climate Change
The Jackson and Torres families have joined forces to launch International Wineries for Climate Action, a powerful new protocol for sustainability
Pioneering a New Age of Tropical Cocktails
How the beverage director Shannon Mustipher is challenging everything you know about cane spirits and tiki culture
Origin Malt is Igniting a Seed-to-Sip Beer Revolution
How the Ohio-based malt house aims to bring barley production back to the Midwest
Diageo’s Game-Changing Policy for Working Parents
The global beverage company sees its inclusive parental leave policy as a necessary step toward gender parity
Wine Tasting for the Instagram Generation
With Rosé Mansion, experiential trailblazers Morgan First and Tyler Balliet are revolutionizing the way people learn about wine
Challenging Wholesalers to Bring Women into Leadership Roles
How Young’s Market executive Philana Bouvier is working to bring women into C-suite roles across the distributor tier
The Pay It Forward Philosophy of Laura Maniec Fiorvanti
How the mold-breaking Master Somm educates and empowers a new generation of somms—at her Corkbuzz wine bars and beyond
The Mission-Driven Career of Laura Catena
With boundless energy and a scientific viewpoint, she is leading Argentine winemaking to new heights
Belinda Chang Blazes a New Trail
How the mentor, manager, and marketer has set a new standard for wine events
The Management Genius of Andy Fortgang
The prodigal New York somm turned Portland restaurateur has helped shape the careers of wine professionals on both coasts
How Sokol Blosser Designed a Purpose-Driven Business
The Oregon winery is among the pioneers in the drinks space making environmental and social change part of their mission
Taking the Concept of Vine Variability to New Levels
The proprietor of Hiyu Wine Farm discusses his techniques and explains why viticultural diversity is the future
Pushing the Boundaries of Beer with New Yeast Strains
The founders of Omega Yeast are helping brewers unlock flavorful diversity
Creating a Competitive Advantage with Yeast
How Omega Yeast is powering a legion of small brewers with unconventional strains and blends
Exploring the Roots of Regionally Distinct Spirits
The Wigle Whiskey founders on their Terroir Rye Project and small-batch experiments
Creating a Wine World Without Borders
Through his Borderless Wine platform, Peter Weltman hopes to turn wine buying into activism
Leading the Charge on Sustainability Efforts
Why Oregon’s Sokol Blosser Winery decided to go all-in with its social and environmental initiatives
Joe Heron’s All-Inclusive Bartending School
The Ideal Bartender School aims to offer disadvantaged communities an economic path forward—and other organizations are following suit
