Monthly Archives: January 2021

Spirits Sales Grow 7.7% Last Year Despite Pandemic ‘Crushing’ Hospitality Industry

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The “pandemic and tariffs have been crushing to the hospitality industry,” said Chris Swonger, president/ceo, Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S., during the association’s annual economic briefing today. Still,  revenue for U.S. distilled spirits was up 7.7%, volume was up 5.3%.  … Continue reading →

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Washington Winegrowers Convo Goes Virtual

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Washington Winegrowers Association said its annual convention, WineVit™, will be virtual with sessions spread out between March 9 and 18. Specific session times, dates, and speakers will be posted soon. The virtual event will provide cutting-edge presentations, networking opportunities, information … Continue reading →

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FunWine Hires 3 Regional VPs

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Fun Wine, a flavored wine brand, hired three regional vice-presidents —Kendy Ferrell (RVP Central States), Christopher Reed (RVP Southeastern States), and Larry Majchrzak (RVP Eastern States). They  will report to Stephen Yoder, who has been promoted to President of North … Continue reading →

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Researchers Seek to Find How Yeast Benefits Wine’s Mouthfeel

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Researchers at Washington State University’s School of Food Science are analyzing hundreds of Saccharomyces yeasts taken from vineyards all over Washington State to determine what strains are most beneficial for fermentation. “These non-saccharomyces yeasts influence the sensory quality of the … Continue reading →

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Champagne’s Decline in U.S. Edges World-Wide Slump

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Champagne shipments to the U.S. fell 20% last year, greater than the global average of 18%. “Despite the (Covid) crisis, Champagne remains dear to the hearts of consumers who feel the need to keep something exceptional in their everyday lives … Continue reading →

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Pabst Halts Olympia Beer Production, Turns to Distilling

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

If you can’t beat ’em, join them. That seems to be where Pabst Brewing Co. is, at least with regard to its iconic Olymbia Beer, which it said it is “pausing” production “for now.”  It cited a “growing decline in … Continue reading →

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