Monthly Archives: February 2022

Iowa Bill Expands Direct Shipping to Distillers

Posted on February 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Iowa law currently permits only wineries and breweries to ship their products direct to consumers via third-party delivery services, but a bill pending in the Iowa Legislature would extend that privilege to distillers, too.  Iowa Beer Wholesalers Association thinks that’s … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on February 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Glass wine bottle shortage sparks recycling debate A lobbyist for the glass recycling industry says there’s enough raw material in North America to serve bottlers’ needs. But vendors who procure new bottles for the wine industry say it’s not so … Continue reading →

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75 US, UK Trade Groups Urge End to Tariffs on Products Unrelated to Steel, Aluminum Trade Tiff

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Seventy-five trade associations, ranging from clothing manufacturers to food processors to rice producers, all representing sectors unrelated to the steel and aluminum dispute, urged U.S. and UK leaders, consistent with their recent commitments, to expeditiously reach an agreement to remove … Continue reading →

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Pernod Ricard 1st Half Sales Up 17% Organically

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Pernod Ricard reports first half sales jumped 17% organically (20% reported).  Sales in the Americas were up 14%, and Pernod noted sales in the USA, Brazil and Travel Retail were especially strong.  Europe posted the best growth for any region, … Continue reading →

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Sparkling Wine Not Most Popular Valentine’s Day Option

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

This research from CGA surprised us: Sparkling wine isn’t the most popular option for Valentine’s Day.  Soft drinks (28%) and beer are. They are both tied at 28%.  Rounding out the list is Table Wine (27%) and Cocktails (25%), with … Continue reading →

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Health, Wellness Trend to Impact Super Bowl Parties This Year: NielsenIQ

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Roughly two years into the pandemic, shoppers have developed a variety of new product preferences with underlying notions of boosting health and wellness, with 61% of Americans saying physical and mental wellness will become more of a priority over the … Continue reading →

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