VinePair

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The non-alcoholic drinks space has exploded in the past five years, with overall volumes swelling 20 percent in 2023 alone. But while Gen Z (at least those of age to drink) is often touted as the age group most excited about alcohol-free options, it’s a different generation driving the category’s growth.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

billion gallons of alcohol consumed in the U.S. million gallons of spirits in 2023, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) — likely driven by the ongoing bourbon boom and tequila’s rapid rise. gallons consumed in 2023, and the Midwest rounds out the top three with 146.8

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 25, 2025

Rounding it out are robust non-alcoholic options and after-dinner drinks to suit every mood. Our company, The Neighborhood Restaurant Group, which operates a collection of two dozen bars and restaurants in the Washington, DC area, branched out to New Orleans with the opening of Devil Moon Barbecue and Brewery Saint X back in 2023.

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VinePair

AUGUST 1, 2024

Alcohol is under scrutiny from regulators, public health experts, and the media. On the broad message — that alcohol has a place in society, and that it can be consumed at safe levels — the industry largely agrees. Earlier this year, two of the most important alcohol companies in the U.S. Or is it at war with itself?

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VinePair

JANUARY 1, 2024

When you remove alcohol — one of beer’s most appealing features — taste becomes even more paramount. We tasted through brews from dozens of brands to determine the best non-alcoholic beers on the market going into 2024, and aimed to include a wide variety of styles. Let’s just say we’ve come a long way from O’Doul’s.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

We sampled plenty of outstanding gins over the last year, and with this feature we profile the greatest hits of 2023. 4 “Sergent Pepper” Gin – Our second Citadelle selection for 2023 is this rarer offering, initially developed in 2021 but something that trickled out internationally pretty slowly. Need more picks? 94 proof. $40

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

spirits revenues maintained market share in 2023, as the sector reset following the robust sales spikes during the pandemic super cycle, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. 7, DISCUS said that spirits market share totaled more than 42% in 2023, with steady gains over the past 14 years. million 9-liter cases.

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VinePair

JUNE 26, 2024

Although last year’s domestic alcohol sales were pretty grim, most are referring to 2023 as a reset year for the U.S. alcohol industry. Still, it’s not all doom and gloom for the beverage alcohol industry at large. In 2023, TBA volume increased by 1 percent globally, and IWSR expects that the U.S.

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VinePair

MARCH 11, 2024

In 2021, Americans drank over 935 million gallons of wine, according to new data from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). For this data, the alcohol by volume value is 0.129 for wine, 0.045 for beer, and 0.411 for spirits. And with the U.S. 2 Delaware 0.80 3 New Hampshire 0.76 4 Vermont 0.72

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Cheers

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The menu launched at the end of July 2023, which immediately boosted cocktail sales 15%. “To Because of our location and the emphasis on recent years to lower alcohol consumption, we’ve struggled since we opened,” he notes. The post BevX 2023: Lumière Lights Up LA appeared first on Cheers.

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VinePair

MARCH 29, 2024

s leading non-alcoholic retail chain could allegedly be shuttering all its locations as soon as this Sunday. In September 2023, Boisson named a new CEO and shared that they had received $5 million in additional funding. IWSR suggests that the majority of consumers that drink non-alcoholic beverages also consume drinks with alcohol.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Here are some of the best drinks books to gift in 2023. Norton & Company, May 2023. The Encyclopedia of Cocktails: The People, Bars & Drinks, with More Than 100 Recipes Robert Simonson, Ten Speed Press, October 2023. Gin A Tasting Course: A Flavor-focused Approach to the World of Gin Anthony Gladman, DK, September 2023.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The team at BACtrack compiled blood alcohol content (BAC) data from over 28,000 positive BAC tests from Sept. 2023 to Jan. And with every season, their friendship grows stronger: super-soaked Super Bowl ads dominate airtime , team-branded cans abound, and stadium parking lots fill each weekend with spectators ready to drink.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Read on to uncover eight of the biggest wine moments of 2023. Italy also faced challenging weather in 2023, with rain, fire, and surging temperatures all contributing to a cut in production volume. Winemakers were reporting that they expected 2023’s harvest to be up to 14 percent smaller than the previous year.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With well over 9,000 operational breweries across the country — and over $6 billion worth of suds imported — data from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) shows that a whopping 6.5 For this data, the alcohol by volume value for beer is 0.045. billion gallons of beer was consumed in the U.S.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

LP has also collaborated with numerous celebrities and companies, providing curated cocktails and mocktails for events such as Disney Food & Wine and the 2023 Emmy Awards. ’s new line of non-alcoholic cocktails, marking a significant expansion into the world of mocktails. We ask LP to tell us more about her life these days.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2024

“Nolo,” short for “no- and low-alcohol,” represents a transformative movement in the beverage industry, redefining social drinking and cocktail culture. Tequila ranked as the number one premiumization category with Mezcal named as the one to follow, as indicated by the Bacardi Global Consumer Survey 2023.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Then there’s each state’s alcohol taxing policy to consider. Credit: Tax Foundation The article How Much Every State Taxes Beer (2023) [Map] appeared first on VinePair. From the ingredients used, to brewing techniques, labor, and even the location of the brewery itself, multiple factors combine to determine a beer’s sticker price.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The hottest new wine of 2023 turned up the heat on the wine industry: Stella Rosa Pineapple & Chili, the first of three new additions to the company’s Spicy Series. The low-alcohol (5 percent ABV) wine blends Moscato d’Asti grapes with tropical fruit natural flavors and a distillate of Calabrian chilis.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Hilton took steps in 2023 to re-engineer its Luxury cocktail program to make these properties a draw for drinks by using locally inspired storytelling to develop beverages unique to each location, providing a sense of place not otherwise accessible. “We The Margarita Royale, created in collaboration with New York cocktail bar Dante.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Average price: $47 Rating: 90 See Review Best Scotch for Geeks Glenglassaugh Sandend Highland Single Malt Spirit aficionados love to geek out about alcohol content. The high alcohol content lifts up aromas of dried fruit and caramelized nuts, and carries them onto a concentrated, dark-berry palate for a sip that’s sweet, savory, and bold.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Fall 2023 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, which I’m reviewing today, is this lineup’s twelfth national release. ” Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond Fall 2023 Edition is priced at $109.99. .” Fitzgerald, whose legacy is also heralded by the Larceny Bourbon brand.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 8, 2023

He’s also seeing an interest in demi or half-portions of drinks, which enables guests to have more flavor experiences without consuming too much alcohol or sugar. The post BevX 2023: Why The CIA is Best in Class appeared first on Cheers. 5-Day program every winter.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In 2023 it enlisted the beverage consultancy Liquid Kitchen to spearhead the effort. Having an alcohol-free section to the menu was also important to include, ensuring that families with children can still come and enjoy The Tonga Room. We also wanted these to be really special, Casey notes. in the same period last year to $59.18

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Wine sales still made up 52% of alcoholic drinks sales volumes in France in 2023, with beer sales making up 25%, and spirits comprising 21%.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

No surprises on the palate from my point of view: The sweetness endures, though the alcohol can make for a warming experience, with the full dessert cart in effect: Vanilla, marshmallow cream, flambeed banana, and plenty of maple syrup.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 27, 2024

A bit of an alcohol burn comes along for the ride, but it seems to fit the whiskey’s bold flavor profile. A- / $50 / clydemays.com The post Review: Clyde May’s Conecuh Ridge Bourbon 5 Years Old (2023) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking. On the palate, though, it bursts to life.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This news arrives on the heels of the Astral Margarita’s recent recognition at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023) , where it was awarded a Double Gold medal rating—an accolade achieved by very few spirits entries.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 29, 2023

So, what new brews impressed and refreshed in 2023? In general, I gravitated toward balanced and lower-alcohol, yet flavor-forward, beers. Maybe I’m showing my age, but I like to think the pendulum is swinging back this way as indicated by the number of pale, light tasty beers I met in 2023. Exemplary and delicious!”

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In 2023, TikTok provided ample fodder to potentially test bartenders’ patience. Alex Barbatsis, bar director, The Whistler , Chicago “Personally, the worst TikTok drink trend of 2023 was the pickle craze. You can’t taste the alcohol!” However, social media gave plenty of focus to the cocktail and bar industries in 2023.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 28, 2024

A much better barrel than the brash #132, despite #137 being notably higher in alcohol. A- / $100 lmvusa.com The post Review: La Maison & Velier Rums, Late 2023 Releases appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking. 126 proof. Water tames the beast amply. 120 proof.

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Dry Atlas

APRIL 29, 2025

Gen Z is drinking less alcohol than previous generations. A 2023 Gallup survey found that just 62% of adults under 35 say they drink alcohol, down ten points from two decades earlier. But if their declining alcohol consumption were purely about health, we wouldnt see a simultaneous rise in nicotine use.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

In 2023, she curated the cocktail program at Cariño, a new Latin American fine dining restaurant in Chicago, creating unique drinks inspired by Latin American flavors and ingredients. The ‘Morada Sour’ embodies Peru by fermenting purple corn into a popular alcoholic drink in Peru called ‘chicha.’

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VinePair

JANUARY 7, 2024

In recent years, the non-alcoholic (NA) space has exploded in breadth and depth. Overall, we determined that the bitter profile of aperitifs lends itself best to an NA format, as it’s seemingly easier to mimic without alcohol. Now that you’re up to speed, here are the 24 best non-alcoholic drinks brands for 2023.

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VinePair

JANUARY 13, 2025

From 2021 to 2023, Champagne sales declined by 7 percent annually while Prosecco maintained an annual growth rate above 5 percent. According to Impact Databank, Joshs 2023 sales volume reached 6.2 million 9-liter cases in 2023, a 14 percent increase over the year prior.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Bottled at 110 proof, or 55 percent ABV, Tapatio Blanco 110 maintains the highest legal alcohol content for the tequila category but still doesn’t singe the taste buds. Average Price: $70 Rating: 92 See Review The article The 7 Best Tequilas to Gift This Holiday (2023) appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 20, 2023

In the world of Scotch , more emphasis is usually placed on age than alcohol content, but Glenglassaugh’s Sandend Highland Single Malt challenges that concept. For these reasons alone, this expression has more than earned its position as the fourth-best spirit we tasted this year, and its title as VinePair’s best Scotch whisky of 2023.

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