Liquor Industry News 02-06-26
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Based on the Flipboard collection for February 6, 2026, here are the summaries of the stories posted on that date:
- The Bell’s Beer Conundrum (Slate): This story explores the fallout and fan "theories" following the sale of the beloved craft brewery Bell's to a major beverage giant. It examines what this acquisition says about the current state of the craft beer industry and the tension between independent roots and corporate ownership.
- 6 Underrated White Wines From Historically Red-centric Regions (VinePair): This article highlights white wine varieties that are often overlooked because they come from regions world-famous for their reds, such as Bordeaux and Burgundy. It encourages enthusiasts to look past the famous reds to find hidden gems in these classic territories.
(Note: Other stories in the collection, such as those regarding Chinese wine, NFL fan drinking habits, and King of Kentucky bourbon,
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. Beer Essentials Certificate from Cornell University, California Sustainable Ambassador, Associates Degree from Whiskey University, Executive Bourbon Steward from Stave & Thief
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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