Dry Atlas

MAY 15, 2024

I worked for 30 years in food and wine, first with Food Network chefs, then as the co-founder of a winery and French wine importer in Oregon. I was still a winery co-owner when, five years ago, I completed a 30-day alcohol challenge. I felt so completely better that I knew I never wanted to return to daily wine drinking.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2024

As the Official Wine and Spirits Partner of Dry January® USA, Lyre’s Amplifies the Impact with Nationwide Initiatives and Strategic Collaborations Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic, the trailblazer in the no-and-low alcohol beverage sector, proudly announces its exclusive role as the Official Wine and Spirit Partner of Dry January® USA.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 6, 2024

Joyus — or rather, Jøyus — is a new entrant into the NA wine category, producing a spray of wines made by dealcoholizing real wine, then blending in water and grape juice to plump things back up. We received two expressions from the company, a sparkling white wine and a cabernet sauvignon.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Whenever there is a heat wave, the National Weather Service puts out a statement to the press warning people not to drink alcohol. But is it really not safe to drink alcohol during a heat wave? Had I not done that, and started to drink alcohol instead of water, I would likely have had a heat stroke. It gives you warning signs.

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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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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 1, 2024

Dry January is upon us, and if you’re one of the brave souls who’s forgoing alcohol this month, know that it doesn’t mean you have to resign yourself to drinking tap water for 31 days. All told, this is the first NA wine that I’ve had that could potentially pass for the real deal.

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Just Drinks

MAY 30, 2024

Germany-based drinks maker Schloss Wachenheim is doubling its production of non-alcoholic sparkling wine to meet growing demand.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

“When we hit our first above-80-degree day here in Chapel Hill, all I can think about are beverages that are light in alcohol and zippy in nature,” says Paula de Pano, owner of Rocks + Acid in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Summer wines for me are acid-driven, almost mimicking the thirst-quenching characteristics of an ice-cold lemonade.”

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Just Drinks

JUNE 21, 2024

Chile-based non-alcoholic wine brand Sinzero is looking to expand its presence in the US, Europe and China.

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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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Drinkhacker

JULY 10, 2024

Oddbird is the producer of some of my favorite non-alcoholic wines, and the brand recently sent two new expressions that we hadn’t yet seen, the white blend Presence and the red Addiction. Lightly tart without being vinegary in the way that many NA wines can be, it’s a gentle ride all the way to the end.

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Spiritz

JUNE 21, 2024

First, I would like to thank you for this opportunity to speak to Spiritz magazine on behalf of OIV, the international scientific and technical reference organisation for the vine and wine sector. Further, this year we have sought to bring the world of vine and wine together to consider the challenges and opportunities ahead.

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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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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. More details and commentary follow.

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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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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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VinePair

JANUARY 9, 2024

Non-alcoholic (NA) beverages may be on the rise, but alcohol consumption rates have remained relatively consistent in recent years. Rather than complete abstention, perhaps what we’re seeing is individuals who drink regularly replacing alcohol with things that taste like alcohol every so often. Tune in for more.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

The same goes for alcohol. Although the beer and spirits industries have long come to terms with this reality, wine is still attached to this unsubstantiated belief that a glass or two a day is good for your health. So why is wine clinging to this health halo when there’s so much more to appreciate about it? Tune in for more.

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VinePair

AUGUST 16, 2024

For a long time now, the alcohol industry has viewed cannabis as a threat to its bottom line, but the truth is, on-premise liquor sales are likely to remain unscathed by the growing weed industry. In reality, it’s the off-premise where alcohol should really be concerned. Tune in for more.

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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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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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Cheers

MAY 30, 2024

What does cannabis descheduling mean for the alcohol industry? We discuss all this and more in this episode with Bridget Albert, senior director of external communications for the distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, and cohost of that company’s podcast Served Up. Was Sazerac smart to purchase BuzzBallz?

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 2, 2024

Here’s another non-alcoholic wine that again showcases how sparkling options outperform still wines in this category. Blanc de Blancs is made from chardonnay and colombard and is matured for 12 months “before being gently liberated from alcohol.” Again, the carbonation seems to be key.

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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. Despite a lot of doom and gloom surrounding the wine industry this year, this data suggests that many of the category’s biggest brands continue to show growth.

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Crafty Bartending

MARCH 16, 2023

As the alcohol-free trend continues to grow, increasing numbers of non-alcoholic wines are entering the market. But, with a product dependent on thousands of varieties of grapes, a question often arises: how is non-alcoholic wine made? No, non-alcoholic wine isn’t … How is Non-Alcoholic Wine Made?

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Cheers

JUNE 5, 2024

Fortified wines are wines to which distilled spirit has been added at the winery. They usually contain 15% to 20% alcohol, so they taste stronger and feel heavier than standard wines, and are served in smaller portions. Any kind of still wine can be fortified, but those which are most popular tend to be sweet.

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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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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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Drinkhacker

MAY 30, 2024

What is the difference between a non-alcoholic liqueur and a syrup? Can you recreate your favorite libations with these… but less (or even no) alcohol? Giffard Elderflower Alcohol Free – Boldly sweet and floral on the nose — with the unmistakable note of Meyer lemon-meets-blossoms that any St.

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Drinkhacker

JULY 27, 2024

Saint Viviana is retailer The Zero Proof’s proprietary line of non-alcoholic wines, made by California winemakers by dealcoholizing “fantastic wine,” and keeping additives (like oak extract) to a minimum. A white and a red are on offer. We tried both.

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Spiritz

JUNE 24, 2024

The wine industry in India is teeming with otential, yet it often finds itself hindered by lot-so- friendly policies. While the evolution of retail channels and the trend towards premiumisation are promising for the sector, the restrictive regulations imposed on wine entrepreneurs in many states need reform.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 8, 2023

World Health Organization (WHO) has called all the countries to levy higher taxes on alcohol to encourage healthier behaviour across the nation states. At least 148 countries have applied excise taxes to alcoholic beverages at the national level, according to new data from the WHO. The new data set revealed that around 2.6

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Dry Atlas

AUGUST 7, 2024

As the founder of Third Place Bar, a dynamic series of alcohol-free pop-up events in New York City, Sam is a champion for non-alc options in social settings. Unified Ferments Snow Chrysanthemum This laid-back, sophisticated kombucha is described as resembling an orange wine—and I can see why. Super crushable.

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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. Consequently, this marks the first year in nearly 30 years that the industry saw a slip in spirits, beer, and wine sales. division at IWSR Marten Lodewijks. The future of the U.S.

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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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Just Drinks

JANUARY 16, 2024

Spain-based grower and production cooperative Dcoop is building a wine de-alcoholization facility in the Spanish city of Alcázar de San Juan.

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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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