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Archive for April, 2018

Wine Enthusiast Podcast: Volcanic Wines

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Winemakers are increasingly utilizing the complexity of volcanic soil to take their bottlings in bold new directions. We talk to industry pioneers about what this trend means for your wine. Read more

Free Trade Zones boosting drinks black market – OECD

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The rising number of Free Trade Zones is encouraging sales of counterfeit drinks, an official from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development has told just-drinks. Read more

Canned Wine Comes Into Its Own

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California-based The Family Coppola was the first American winery to launch its wine in cans, debuting Minis—187-ml. aluminum cans sold with small straws attached—for its Sofia Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine in 2003. The cans were initially slow to cat... Read more

News Briefs for April 4, 2018

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•Diageo is relaunching Cîroc Summer Colada, a former limited edition, as a summer seasonal offering. A combination of Cîroc vodka with coconut, pineapple, and other natural flavors, Summer Colada will be available nationwide in limited quantities throu... Read more

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for April 4, 2018

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•Pennsylvania-based Sly Fox Brewing has announced that it will open a new taproom in Wyomissing. The pub, Sly Fox’s third, will serve beer brewed at the nearby Pottstown brewery alongside locally sourced food and is tentatively scheduled to open early ... Read more

Germany declines fail to hamper EU beer growth – IRI

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Beer was the biggest driver of growth across Europe's FMCG category last year despite a sales drop in Germany, new IRI analysis has shown. Read more

How to Pair Indian Food with Wine, Beer and Cocktails

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Indian dishes are often well-balanced, and it may not seem like they need the added flavor of a drink, but we spoke with a few experts who all agreed that no matter your preferred beverage there's always a perfect pairing. Read more

Garnacha Goes Global: A Variety on the Rise

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Call it the comeback kid. Garnacha. Grenache. Cannonau. Regardless of the synonym, the evidence is clear: Grenache holds ranking as one of the most widely planted grapes in the world and its popularity is soaring. Why now? A number of reasons. Cabernet, Chardonnay, Malbec, and Pinot Noir – all have enjoyed long runs in the […] Read more

Wine Australia hails new powers to protect wine exports 

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New regulations came into force this week giving Wine Australia greater scope to protect the reputation of the country's wines.  Read more

EFFEN Vodka releases Chicago Cubs bottle

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In celebration of EFFEN Vodka as the Official Vodka of the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field, the brand has released a second iteration of its commemorative bottle for the 2018 MLB season, featuring the Chicago Cubs logo. Read more