Tequila producers are increasing production volumes to meet the rise in demand. In the past three years, tequila has acquired second place as the fastest growing spirits category, growing at a rate of 9 percent year-on-year, reported by the IWSR. According to the...

Rosé sales remain strong and popularity is still on the rise. In the first half of 2019, rosé made up about 9 percent of total wine sales, compared to 8 percent in 2018 and 7 percent in 2017, according to a report by Drizly. The canned wine trend has seen growth...

NBTV Channels has launched the Spirits Network with a spirits-focused platform that features content to connect drinkers with retailers. Spirits enthusiasts will have the ability to learn and discover through the original content and its curated product selection...

According to Nielsen data, total wine sales were up nearly 2 percent for the first half of this year while volumes were down by about 1.1 percent. Oregon table wine sales increased by nearly 15 percent and volumes increased by 13.5 percent in the first half of this...

IWSR Drinks Market Analysis Research predicts that global beer consumption will bounce back, particularly in smaller emerging markets. The Global Database reports that the category is expected to grow nearly 1.9 billion hectoliters by 2023, (with a compound annual...

The TTB has proposed rule changes that would affect the requirements and standard of fill sizes for wine and spirits. Canned wines would benefit from some rule changes that would remove all wine container sizes except for a 50 ml minimum. The current requirement...

Online retailing of alcohol has greatly impacted the drinks industry. IWSR Drinks Market Analysis’ global database reveals that 1.8 percent of the value of all alcoholic drinks that are traded throughout the world is now sold through e-commerce. In 2018, about 3.6...

Lana Farrell, principal, market and shopper intelligence at Information Resources Inc. discussed the craft market landscape and current trends that have driven growth in the industry during a webinar presented by Beverage Industry. IRI data reflects that the total...

Millennials are driving the low/ non-alcoholic beverage trend that has caught the attention of bartenders and alcohol brands. Alcohol brands are embracing the trend and seeking new investment opportunities in the area. Companies such as Pernod Ricard and Constellation...