Liquor Industry News 01-21-26
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Based on the "Liquor Industry News 01-21-26" Flipboard magazine curated by Mark Lenzi, here is a summary of the articles posted for today, January 21, 2026:
Industry News & Trends
- Champagne Sales Decline: For the third consecutive year, Champagne shipments have dropped. In 2025, shipments fell by 2% to 266 million bottles, signaling a continuing wane in global demand for the French bubbly.
- The Rise of "TikTok-tails": Social media continues to drive beverage trends. A featured list highlights 18 trending cocktail recipes from TikTok, ranging from frozen concoctions to coffee-infused drinks.
Wine Guides & Recommendations
- The Case for Sweet Red Wines: Often dismissed by connoisseurs, balanced sweet red wines are being championed for their versatility. They are particularly noted for being excellent pairings for spicy, bold, and otherwise difficult-to-match dishes.
- Italian Restaurant Wine Tips: A guide for diners suggests specific wine types to look for on an Italian restaurant menu to ensure a high-quality pairing with classic dishes like pasta or veal Milanese.
- Petrus Alternatives: For those who cannot afford Petrus—one of the world's most expensive Bordeaux wines—a list of seven alternative selections from the prestigious French region offers similar profiles at more accessible price points.
Product Reviews
- Bloody Mary Mix Taste-Test: Bon Appétit conducted a review of 11 different Bloody Mary mixes. The results highlight a range of flavors, from dill-forward profiles to those with high-heat horseradish, to help consumers find the best brunch-worthy options.
CSW,CSS,CWAS,FWS,IWS,SWS,IWM
Mark C Lenzi CSW,CSS,CWAS,FWS,IWS,SWS,IWM owner of Franklin Liquors, is a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) and Spirits( CSS) by the Society of Wine Educators. The first in MA to hold a California Wine Appellation Specialist (CWAS) title from the San Francisco Wine School. French Wine Scholar(FWS)/instructor, Spanish Wine Scholar (SWS) and Italian Wine Scholar (IWS) by the Wine Scholar Guild. Italian Wine Specialist (IWS) by the North American Sommelier Association. Oregon Wine Expert (OWE) by the Napa Valley Wine Academy, Italian Wine Maestro (IWM) Vinitaly International (First USA Class), AFNA™ Wine Certified. Whiskey Diploma Journeyman Whiskey Taster from Whiskey University
Franklin Liquors is a family-owned vintage 1978. https://www.franklinliquors.com/
Founder of the Franklin Wine Club https://www.meetup.com/franklin-wine-club/
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