Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 1, 2024

You may have noticed the increasing prevalence of wines from regions like Galicia or Catalunya on wine lists, or even the spate of locales leaning fully Spanish. In our March/April issue , Jennifer Fiedler explores the growing wave of Spanish wine bars and restaurants. The following are Spanish wine bars on our radar.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Intrigued by the growing presence of Slovenian wine on store shelves and wine lists, we dove into the category in our March/April 2024 issue. Daniel Lukin-Beck, general manager of Vinum Imports , which has specialized in wines from the country for more than 20 years, offered an introduction in our “5 to Try” column.

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Dry Atlas

MAY 1, 2024

For millennia, wine has held a cherished place in human civilization, intertwining itself with our rituals, celebrations, and daily lives. Beyond its sensory pleasures, wine acts as a social lubricant, a marker of status, and a symbol of the communion between the land and the people who nurture it. What is non-alcoholic wine?

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

There’s a difference between drinking red wine and getting into red wine. The former just involves opening a bottle and pouring a glass; the latter means falling in love with the many regions, grapes, and styles that come with the color. Of course, every wine-related journey can benefit from a little guidance.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 21, 2024

These non-alcoholic sparkling wines , like many, are made in Germany (these hail from the Rüdesheim region) and sold stateside by online merchant The Zero Proof. Curiously, while the first wine on the list is bottled with a crown cap, the second has a Champagne-style cork to contend with.

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Cheers

MAY 8, 2024

The sparkling wine category, which had posted growth for 20 consecutive years since 2002, took a tumble in 2023. Sparkling wine consumption fell 3.4% That’s the same percentage decline as total wine volume consumption for this past year. Sparklers have a distinct advantage over still wines, however.

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VinePair

JULY 30, 2024

A red wine is the sum of several important factors. This diversity makes drinking red wine fun, and any pour of something new and unfamiliar can double as a mini-adventure filled with enticing flavor possibilities. Of course, wine is highly subjective. You’re not alone — wine professionals know this feeling, too.

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Dry Atlas

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Katie Butler founded her content platform, Alcohol Free in Dally, just over a year after cutting out alcohol herself. After years of living in Dallas and relying on alcohol for fun and entertainment, she’s now determined to show that you can live a full, fun, and exciting life doing all your favorite things—without alcohol.

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VinePair

JANUARY 24, 2024

As the category of non-alcoholic beverages continues to expand, it can be easy to get lost in the sea of booze-free wine, beer, and spirits. But amongst the ruckus, there’s a simple non-alcoholic option with a long history in the category that deserves to be on your radar: verjus. appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

APRIL 18, 2024

Most of the time, if you’re reaching for a red wine — whether it be Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot , or Pinot Noir — it will fall under the “dry” category. Even if a wine is fruit-forward in character like Gamay or Grenache , that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s sweet. Which red wine is sweetest?

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

The region is best known for Zinfandel, but the wine makers at Avivo note that it has a climate similar to what we find in the Mediterranean and choose to cultivate grapes that are typically grown in Italy. I recommend giving the wine some air before trying it or maybe even using a decanter. B+ / $24 2022 Avivo White – 100% Vermentino.

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VinePair

APRIL 12, 2024

A new survey from YouGov analyzing the wine drinking habits of U.S. citizens has revealed more about America’s wine culture. The study examined both the frequency that Americans enjoy wine as well as their specific preferences. America doesn’t have many weekly wine drinkers. 11 to 20 is America’s wine buying sweet spot.

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Spiritz

JUNE 26, 2024

In India, as industry veterans point out, there is a growing interest in international wines, particularly among urban consumers. In terms of regions, wines from Napa Valley, Bordeaux and Tuscany are the ones in favour in the Indian wine market.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 9, 2024

The American Distilled Spirits Alliance (ADSA), the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) and the Wine Institute (WI) sent a letter today to Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves urging his veto of another increase in the state bailment fee on alcohol. The new fee would be $1.50 per case which is up from $1.00

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VinePair

MARCH 11, 2024

Despite the bleak forecast for much of the global wine industry, Americans still love their red, white, and rosé. imported a whopping 456 million gallons of wine, accounting for roughly 17 percent of the world’s total wine imports. This region also consumed the least amount of wine per capita at 0.37 In 2021, the U.S.

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Cheers

MARCH 22, 2024

We asked the our national wine panel to taste and rate Old World wines from this past year. As always, these selections include brief tasting notes, a rating and the wine’s retail price (which can vary from store to store and market to market). Four Stars (91-86): A very good wine and an excellent value.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

As the no and low alcohol beverage category continues to climb, Kylie Minogue Wines is bringing its 0% Sparkling Rosé to the U.S. Currently, the NOLO (non and low alcoholic beverages) category is booming in the U.S., Currently, the NOLO (non and low alcoholic beverages) category is booming in the U.S., per 750 ml.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 6, 2024

Argentina continues to be an outstanding source of wines that hit well above their price point. Today we are looking at 6 wines, all made by winemaker Marcelo Pelleriti with grapes from the Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina. This is a big wine, but it is also quite nuanced, and its flavors come together nicely.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Add a personal touch by flagging your own favorite cocktail recipe or adding a mini bottle of alcohol to the gift. This torch can be used for smoking alcoholic beverages and food, so if your buddies like to cook, all the better! Pair with the A Bar Above wine key bottle opener and a bottle of wine, and you have a complete gift!

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2024

No one scoffs at awards given to alcoholic beverages. On this episode of the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss the many competitions and judgings that wine, beer, and spirits producers can enter. Any brand is happy to take on the fanfare, but do these badges actually equate to a jump in consumer demand?

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Dry Atlas

MARCH 6, 2024

It’s a fascinating book that includes instructions for “how to extract a milky white substance from the rays of the moon” and “viper wine is made thus.” Thankfully for us, Ben was inspired to create not a better viper wine but rather the world’s first non-alcoholic distilled botanical spirit.

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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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Cheers

JANUARY 26, 2024

Why does the wine category struggle with Millennials and Gen Z? The wine industry had been on an upward trajectory since 1997, averaging growth levels over 2% through 2018, according to data from The Beverage Information Group , the data partner of Cheers magazine. But the rate of growth has decelerated since 2004.

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VinePair

JUNE 16, 2024

Bottled water is nothing new. While it’s hard to nail down exactly when the very first water bottle was invented, packaging water for transportation dates all the way back to ancient times. It didn’t take long for the environmental impact of these plastic bottles to become obvious.

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VinePair

AUGUST 13, 2024

In it, Allardyce appears to be quaffing — wait for it — a full imperial pint of wine. We drink our wine by the pint!” Pint bottles of wine. wine journalist and wine publication editor, Julie Sheppard , doesn’t mince words in her overall evaluation of Brexit and its outcome for the U.K. wine industry.

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VinePair

JANUARY 16, 2024

Ask any number of wine professionals about the most common red wine faux pas, and you’ll likely hear the same answer nearly across the board: People drink reds at the wrong temperature. For many who enjoy wine at home, serving temperature isn’t a major consideration.

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Kevin R. Kosar

JUNE 26, 2021

Producer: The Globe Distributing Company of Hyattsville, Maryland Alcohol by volume: 20 percent Bottle size: 16.0 ounces Bottle text: ONE PINT Label text: DELMAR BRAND ALCOHOL BY VOLUME 20% ESTABLISHED 1933 100% PURE CALIFORNIA SHERRY WINE BOTTLED BY The Globe Continue reading Alcohol archeology: Delmar Brand Sherry Wine

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VinePair

MAY 16, 2024

Anyone keeping up with the wine world is probably familiar with the consistent drum of negative data and hyperbolic headlines suggesting the industry is on death’s door. The report sounded alarm bells for many in the business, driving home that consumer demand for wine is dwindling in favor of RTDs, spirits, and cannabis.

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VinePair

AUGUST 13, 2024

One of the joys of summertime is finding the perfect wine to pair with the season’s variety of outdoor activities. Seeking guidance and inspiration from the experts, we asked sommeliers for the go-to wines they turn to when the heat is on. Evelyn Goreshnik, wine director, Last Word Hospitality , L.A.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

A person-by-person palate shift helps Alma’s cultivate a customer base crossing over from sour ales or natural wines. It was pigeonholed as a drink for kids,” says Alex Doman, the co-founder and CEO of AVEC Drinks , which makes an alcohol-free cider flavored with cardamom. They’re beverage-alcohol drinkers.”

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

But if you want to try creating your own ice-cold bottled cocktail, Hirsch shared some of his tips, including how not to accidentally turn your favorite drink into a 750ml popsicle. “To me, the joy of freezer door cocktails is that once the bottle is on the freezer door, the work is done. When batching a 750ml (25.3

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Cheers

MAY 7, 2024

The sparkling wine category, which had posted growth for 20 consecutive years since 2002, took a tumble in 2023. Sparkling wine consumption fell 3.4% That’s the same percentage decline as total wine volume consumption for this past year. Sparklers have a distinct advantage over still wines, however.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This year was a rollercoaster for the wine industry. Natural disasters obliterated vineyards, large companies experienced major turnover, and scammers perpetuated distrust in wine retailers. The heavy investment in wineries this year signals that the industry’s major players aren’t losing faith in wine.

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VinePair

JANUARY 3, 2024

For some, ordering a round of Champagne or a bottle of Chianti is a dining reflex. But what happens if there’s no French or Italian wine to be found on the menu? Can a sparkling wine from Seneca Lake or a Sangiovese from Mendocino fill the gap? wine industry is rapidly growing in both size and diversity.

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Cheers

AUGUST 28, 2024

Sangria is so much more than chopped fruit and table wine. For one thing, less can be more when it comes to alcohol in sangria, particularly in the summer. But when I drink sangria, I want it less boozy than wine, not more boozy, because that way the alcohol quantity doesn’t interfere with the summer heat and relaxing enjoyment.”

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VinePair

AUGUST 28, 2024

Riesling is one of the wine world’s most versatile grapes. Its styles span from dry to off-dry to full-on dessert wine. Unfortunately, Riesling ’s range hasn’t always worked to its advantage, as some drinkers who shy away from residual sugar tend to avoid the grape altogether in fear of coming across a saccharine bottle.

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Spiritz

JUNE 26, 2024

Enter the realm of fruit wines-the delightful concoctions that transform humble fruits into liquid poetry. For "Wine is bottled poetry" as Robert Louis Stevenson would have us say. As time marched on and kingdoms rose and fell, the tradition of brewing and imbibing alcoholic beverages continued to thrive.

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