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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Cheers

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The world of alcohol shipping and ecommerce continues to evolve rapidly, settling into a new era in our post-Covid world. For answers, we interviewed Jaci Flug, partner in the Hospitality, Alcohol, and Leisure Industry Group at Greenspoon Marder LLP , and previously general counsel and senior vice president at Drizly. And what’s next?

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

More than two decades later, the drink remains a global sensation, inspiring countless riffs and internet searches (it was the most Googled cocktail of 2024). They do not use alcohol procured from a third party and then add flavor to make their drinks.

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VinePair

JANUARY 3, 2024

And while the non-alcoholic beer and spirits categories have been churning out solid options for years, the non-alcoholic wine space is relatively new. Read on for the 10 best non-alcoholic wines we tried this year. Price: $25 The article The 10 Best Non-Alcoholic Wines for 2024 appeared first on VinePair.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Alcoholic beverages date back to 13,000 BCE, when the first evidence of brewing beer was documented. The post We’re Recapping Chilled 100 ELEVATE 2024: The Second Golden Age of the American Cocktail with Dale DeGroff and Ted Breaux appeared first on Chilled Magazine. events helped to shape the cocktails of today.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 24, 2024

In our May/June 2024 issue , Kate Bernot explores the levels of dedication (even obsession) that bars are devoting to create the perfect, bubbly highball. Max Reis of Mirate in Los Angeles also insists on chilling the alcohol before building the cocktail. Few elements can so drastically alter a drink like carbonation—or lack thereof.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2024

For Luke and I, alcohol didn’t make us our best selves,” Bullock says. With] other intoxicants like alcohol and caffeine, we drink them in a micro-dose,” Bullock says. “We We’re evolving from a system where it’s binary—do you drink alcohol or be sober?—to But what we found with cannabis is it actually made us more ourselves.”

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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

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Zebra striping the coined term for alternating alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks within a session falls under this distinction. In this case, the volley references a style of mindful drinking thats uniquely suited to feed off the zeitgeist of the no- and low-alcohol movement. Its also a rather terrific conversation starter.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In the September/October 2024 issue , Associate Editor Emily Saladino examines the role yogurt drinks plays in different cultures around the world, from India to the Mediterranean. Here we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite creamy beverages, from alcohol-free yogurt coolers to savory and tangy cocktails.

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Cheers

MAY 17, 2024

In this issue we present the 2024 Growth Brands Awards winners, the leaders in spirits, wine and ready-to-drink products. Subscribe to Cheers The post Drink Responsibly 2024 appeared first on Cheers. Welcome to the Summer edition of Cheers magazine!

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Cheers

MAY 9, 2024

We cover some of the top alcohol trends among the 2024 Growth Brands Spirits and Wine winners. What helped these brands grow during a challenging year for beverage alcohol? The post Podcast: Top Alcohol Trends & Growth Brands Winners appeared first on Cheers.

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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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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2024

“In 2024, consumers look to find wellness in their glass, more specifically, their cocktail glass. Beverages in 2024 — at home and at restaurants and bars — will be outside the box with unique flavor combinations and new ingredients that prioritize holistic wellness.” Non-Alcoholic Vanilla Fig Mocktail Ingredients 1 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2024

In this feature, we delve into the world of libations, exploring the trends that are set to define spirits in 2024, according to Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Current trends in wine or spirits that people can expect to see around the New Year include low-ABV and non-alcoholic spirits and RTDs.

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Congratulations to the 2024 Chilled 100 Spirits Awards, Emblems of Excellence and Bartender Seal of Approval Winners. We are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 Chilled 100 Spirits Awards. See Results here at chilledmagazine.com/spirits-awards-results-2024. The post The Chilled 100 Spirits Awards Results are In!

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Cheers

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With the no/low-alc movement in full swing, Mionetto Alcohol-Removed Sparkling Wine heads to retail shelves, available nationwide as of 2024. 05% ABV, as a result of extracting the alcohol content from a finished wine. The post Mionetto Unveils Alcohol-Removed Sparkling Wine appeared first on Cheers.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

Taboos about visibly pregnant people working in spaces where alcohol is served persist. According to one analysis, from January-April 2024, nearly 3 million people left their hospitality and leisure jobs, a figure 204 percent higher than the national quit rate. This is expensive for employers.

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Booze Business

JULY 9, 2024

The alcohol industry stands out as it undergoes changes that are not only fundamental but also unique, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and shifting demographics. One of the key factors driving the non-alcohol trend is the ‘sober curious’ movement. Dry January is a good example.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 7, 2024

The law requiring the familiar pink sticker on the back of bottles of alcohol over 30% has been repealed in the UK’s 2024 Spring Budget. But the familiar pink sticker on the back of bottles of alcohol over 30% will soon no longer be necessary.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 16, 2024

Uber has decided to shut down its alcohol delivery app named Drizly by the end of March 2024. Uber acquired the app to strengthen its position in the alcohol delivery market. The post Uber to close its alcohol delivery app appeared first on Spiritz Magazine. Uber bought Drizly in 2021 for $1.1 million customers.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Scotland intends to increase minimum alcohol pricing per unit of alcohol from 50p to 65p from 30 September 2024.

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Spiritz

MARCH 13, 2024

The Canadian government has opted to limit the annual rise in alcohol excise taxes to 2 percent until 2026. percent increase tied to inflation set to take effect on 1st April 2024. These intiatives aim to support the alcohol industry and provide relief to businesses amidst economic challenges.

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Bar Magazine

MARCH 7, 2025

Caleo, one of the UKs leading non-alcoholic spirits brands, has announced it will team up with Paragon Brands in an exclusive new distribution partnership. This is first time Caleo has appointed a distributor in the UK, and the partnership comes after Caleos strong growth and success in the expanding no-and-low alcohol category.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In the Sept/Oct 2024 issue , Christine Sismondo explores how bartenders are working with farms to create unique and fresh flavors by transforming seasonal produce into cocktail ingredients. Stone Fruit Liqueurs Make liqueurs with cherries, peaches, or plums by adding the fruit to alcohol (vodka, gin, or rum) and letting them infuse.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 14, 2025

Women of the Vine & Spirits (WOTVS) is celebrating its 10th anniversary, highlighting a decade of work advancing women’s roles across the beverage alcohol industry. Today, WOTVS is a thriving global network that has made significant strides in fostering a more gender-diverse industry, changing the face of beverage alcohol.

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Cheers

JANUARY 7, 2025

Welcome to our 2024 Technology Guide! This year, weve got over 100 technology company listings, along with information on POS preferences and AIs impact on the beverage alcohol industry. Read Now Subscribe to Cheers The post 2024 Technology Guide appeared first on Cheers.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Italy’s Peroni is the latest brewer to enter the non-alcoholic fray, and the approach here is decidedly unsurprising: Peroni 0.0% is meant to recreate classic Peroni Nastro Azzurro , just without the alcohol. and Nastro Azzurro (2024) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking.

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Cheers

JANUARY 26, 2024

In addition to detailed listings, we’ve spotlighted three fast-growing parts of the beverage alcohol industry: Ready-to-Drink beverages, No/Lo Alcohol products and Celebrity-Owned brands. Read Now Subscribe to Cheers The post 2024 New Products Guide appeared first on Cheers. Enjoy the special issue!

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

And in our September/October 2024 issue , contributing editor Josh Bernstein writes about how American craft breweries are broadening their audiences with their own kölsch-style ales (KSA). Having a low-alcohol beer as your flagship is definitely more desirable [than a double IPA],” says co-owner Jeff Huss.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

But a recalibrated formula, launched in 2012, has found favor among bartenders looking to experiment, as we explore in our September/October 2024 issue. The vibrantly hued Creme de Melons Vert macerates fresh green melons sourced from Honduras and China into neutral alcohol before sweetening with sugar. Launched in the U.S.

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Cheers

MAY 8, 2024

million 9-liter cases, according to The Beverage Information Group ’s 2024 Industry Overview. N/A options bubble up Wine professionals are paying close attention to the growing no-alcohol movement. We’ve definitely seen an increase in guests opting for non-alcoholic options,” says Costanzi.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 4, 2024

Celebrating 200 years in 2024, The Shelbourne has long been referred to as “Ireland’s living room,” playing a major role in Dublin’s cultural and societal history. The Shelbourne was one of the first hotels in Dublin to introduce non-alcoholic cocktails, and they are continuing to lead the charge with a fresh N/A menu for 2024.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

Offer Non-Alcoholic/Mocktail Options Low or no ABV drinks are becoming popular with the increased trend of healthy consciousness. Alcohol-free cocktails do not have to be cloyingly sweet or boring. Balance out the menu with an equal amount of sweet and spirit-forward cocktails and add a few savory and spicy options for diverse palates.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Women in Beverage is part of our 2024 Beverage Industry Inclusion supplement. How did you get into the beverage alcohol business? Do you think the beverage alcohol industry has improved as far as women and gender DEI in the past five years? My first restaurant job was in middle school working at my aunts pizza parlor.

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Dry Atlas

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In the expanding world of alcohol alternatives, an interesting trend is bubbling up: the rise of non-alcoholic ciders. Non-alc cider mirrors the essence of traditional cider but without the alcohol content. Unlike alcoholic ciders, fermentation is halted before alcohol can develop, or alcohol is removed post-fermentation.

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VinePair

AUGUST 15, 2024

In its new 2024 Alcoholic Drinks Report, brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance revealed the 10 most valuable wine and Champagne brands in the world. The 10 Most Valuable Champagne and Wine Brands 2024 Moët & Chandon ($1.4 The 10 Most Valuable Champagne and Wine Brands 2024 Moët & Chandon ($1.4

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