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Taste Test: Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wines

Imbibe Magazine

When the time comes to raise a glass of something festive and fizzy, alcohol-free options abound. The caliber of many widely available NA sparkling wines has improved dramatically in recent years, making it easier than ever to pop bottles everyone can enjoy. These 10 keep things merry and bright all winter long.

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The Difference Between Non-Alcoholic Beer and Alcohol-Free Beer, Explained

VinePair

Non-alcoholic (NA) beer has been on a non-stop tear. Last year, the NA beer and cider category experienced 30 percent volume growth, a number well above that of non-alcoholic wine and spirits, according to data analytics company IWSR. Moreover, the “non-alcoholic” and “alcohol-free” labels are not interchangeable.

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Repeal Of Alcohol Duty Stamp Scheme Welcome News For Spirits Industry

The Whiskey Wash

The law requiring the familiar pink sticker on the back of bottles of alcohol over 30% has been repealed in the UK’s 2024 Spring Budget. If you’ve ever seen or drunk a bottle of spirits from the UK then you have probably seen a duty stamp.

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Draft Non-Alcoholic Beer Is Growing. So Are Questions About Its Safety.

VinePair

If you’re like most drinkers, you’re likely starting to see a lot more non-alcoholic beer around. Last fall, The Wall Street Journal reported a jump of 32 percent in sales of non-alcoholic beer from a year earlier and an average of 31 percent growth over the previous four years, citing data from NielsenIQ. The TL;DR: a solid maybe.

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How Much Does It Really Cost To Bottle A Cask Of Whisky?

The Whiskey Wash

Understanding the costs involved in bottling a cask of whisky can help you understand a fair price if you want to buy a cask In 2023 more that £3 million of losses were reported to Action Fraud over alcohol investments. One way to do that yourself is to turn your cask price into a per bottle price.

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The 10 Best Non-Alcoholic Wines for 2024

VinePair

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. While some participants abstain from booze altogether, others opt for low-ABV options or indulge only on weekends.

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We Asked 10 Bar Professionals: What Bottle Is a ‘Green Flag’ When You See It at a Bar?

VinePair

But sometimes, all it takes is seeing a specific bottle sitting on a shelf to let you know if a place is legit. It doesn’t matter if this bottle is in the well or if it’s a bit dusty and tucked in the corner of the top shelf — it’s there, and it sets off a IYKYK-type signal that says the bartenders behind the stick know what’s up.

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