The whiskey market has been witnessing robust growth in recent years, with whiskey leading spirits sales in the US at a whopping $12.5 billion in...
Why is Everybody Drinking Whiskey?
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Could Spirits-Based RTDs Overthrow Hard Seltzers?
In recent years, the alcohol industry has witnessed a remarkable surge in the popularity of ready-to-drink (RTD) alcoholic beverages. Despite...
Uncorking the Future: Packaging Innovation in the Wine Industry
In an increasingly competitive market, the wine industry is continually seeking ways to stand out and captivate consumers. While the quality and...
What’s Driving Premiumization in the Spirits Industry
The spirits industry has long been associated with sophistication and indulgence, and this only seems to be ringing more true as consumers drift...
3 Ways Data Analytics Can Help with Mergers and Acquisitions in Wine and Spirits
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)have been sweeping across the wine and spirits industry, forcing a rapid consolidation of the market space. At...
Low/No Alcohol—Just a Trend, or Here to Stay?
With shifting consumer preferences and a heightened focus on health and wellness, the demand for alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages has...
Eco-Friendly Wine Packaging is Good for the Environment… and for Business
The wine you’re drinking from a bottle is bad for the environment. That’s why environmentally conscious winemakers are trying to reduce their carbon...
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Wine and Spirits Industry
Over the past few years, many companies have come to recognize the need to address long-standing issues of racism, sexism, homophobia, and other...
Highlights from this Year’s WSWA
After several years of pandemic-induced isolation, the wine and spirits industry finally reconnected in-person at this year’s WSWA Access LIVE...
What We’re Looking Forward to at WSWA Access LIVE
One of the premier events in the beverage alcohol industry is back this year in a reimagined way after a four-year pandemic-related hiatus. The Wine...
The Bank Crisis Hits the Wine Industry
Silicon Valley Bank's collapse has brought scrutiny upon the banking industry. Investors’ fears about banking caused dips in stock markets around...
What the Rise of CBD Means for the Beverage Industry
CBD beverages have become increasingly popular in recent years amidst a renewed interest in personal health and wellness, especially in the wake of...
DTC Wines Sales Are Down for the First Time Since the Pandemic Hit
During the height of the pandemic, wineries were forced to shutter their doors to in-person tastings. To try and recoup revenue losses, vineyards...
Why is Tequila So Hot Right Now?
Tequila has been around for centuries, but only in recent years has it become a popular choice amongst consumers. According to the Distilled Spirits...
How Data Can Help Fuel the Wine Market’s Growth
The year 2023 is ushering in good news for the wine market -- it's finally growing. The growing urban inclination for exotic wine, surging demand...
Top 5 Trends Impacting the Wine & Spirits Industry in 2023
The last several years have been a rollercoaster for many industries, including wine and spirits. And as we head into 2023, that rollercoaster will...
Inventory Analytics: Four Key Sales-Related Metrics to Watch
The ever-increasing digitization of the distribution business is generating ever-increasing amounts of data – and making it harder to discern which...
Inventory Analytics: Two Sets of Metrics that Really Matter
Distribution is an intensely competitive business and inventory is key to determining profitability. Applying advanced analytics to inventory...
Consumers Are Drinking With Their Eyes: Wine Labels Dominate Buying Motivation
Wine labels are becoming a dominating factor for consumers when deciding which wine to buy in stores. Wine drinkers want more clarity with their...
Despite Plunging Stock Market, Premium Wine Sales Are Up
Despite the turbulent stock market, one thing that has remained stable is baby boomers’ love for premium wine. Sales of bottles of wine priced at...