Liquor Industry News 03-16-26
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The Liquor Industry News 03-16-26 Flipboard magazine, curated by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW), features a collection of stories focused on industry trends, consumer tips, and new product launches.
The key highlights include:
- Consumer & Bartender Insights: * Brewery Red Flags: Advice on a specific "beer pouring mistake" that consumers should not ignore at breweries.
- Ordering Advice: Bartenders share which drinks they personally avoid ordering at bars and why, offering a behind-the-scenes look at cocktail quality and bar hygiene.
- Ice Ratios: An exploration of why bartenders often dislike the common customer request for "less ice," explaining the impact on drink balance and perceived volume.
- Industry Trends & Products:
- New Launch: Evan Williams is expanding its portfolio with a new flavored whiskey aimed at the spring cocktail market.
- Disappearing Brands: A look at a once-popular, "old-school" Midwestern beer brand that is slowly fading from the market.
- Travel & Recommendations:
- California Wineries: A wine specialist identifies five California wineries that capture the aesthetic and atmosphere of the Italian countryside.
The magazine serves as a daily digest for enthusiasts and professionals looking to keep up with the evolving landscape of wine, beer, and spirits.
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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, American Single Malt Expert from American Single Malt Commission
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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