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What buyers, importers, and distributors need to know about the changing dynamics of New Jersey liquor laws, regulatory systems, and alcohol trends
Retailer Strategies for Taking Stock of Inventory
Tips for improving your physical inventory system to save money, headaches—and even time
Why Some Beverage Companies Are Turning to Trucking Apps
New digital solutions aim to tackle the severe truck driver shortage, matching businesses with truckers and streamlining shipments of wholesale alcohol
How to Elevate Wine Service in a Casual Setting
Top wine professionals share key strategies for maintaining high-quality service without the fuss
How Bars Are Embracing the Low- and No-Alcohol Trend
Bartenders share their approach to the rising demand for low-octane drinks and mindful drinking spaces—and even the “sober bar”
How to Profitably Turn Over Old Stock
From offering holiday specials to training bartenders to hand-sell bottles, wine buyers share their best strategies for closing out inventory
5 Tactics for Turning New Bartenders Into Long-Term Employees
From sharing P&L reports to establishing rigorous apprentice structures—how top bar operators assemble teams as the cocktail industry grows
What Retailers Need to Know About Working with Importers
In states where it’s legal, these partnerships can lead to exclusive selections, competitive prices, and greater availability of rare wines
Managing a Wine Program That Changes Seasonally
Beverage directors share tips for organizing inventory, analyzing costs, and educating staff