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What’s Fueling the Rapid Growth of Hard Seltzer?
Drinks professionals discuss the factors behind the low-ABV category’s rise—and its impact on the industry
Where Bottled Cocktails are Finding a Niche
Premium RTD mixed drinks are showing up far beyond retail shelves—from airport lounges to restaurants
Exploring Mezcal’s Next Wave
Mexico’s Durango has emerged as a new region, but not without challenges
6 Barware Trends Predicted by Bar Suppliers
In-demand products in the cocktail space include smoking boxes and biodegradable straws, among others
Empire Merchants Launches New Craft Distribution Arm
The division, Independent Spirits, will focus exclusively on smaller suppliers
The Evolution of Draft Cocktail Programs
Emerging turnkey draft solutions are helping more venues expand their drink menus and improve profitability
Minimalism Comes to the Cocktail Bar
Why some venues are choosing to offer a limited drinks program
The Government Shutdown Is Over (for Now), but the Hits Keep Coming
The TTB’s closure will cost the drinks industry millions in the months to come
Distilling on Tribal Lands Is Now Legal in the U.S.
The recent repeal of an early-19th-century federal law creates new business opportunities for Native American spirits producers
Navigating Craft Distilling Trade Association Memberships
Distillers weigh in on the benefits of joining the various industry organizations
Our Top Spirits Stories of 2018
From global cocktail trends to bartenders’ nights from hell, these were the most popular spirits stories of the year