Liquor Industry News 04-20-26
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The Flipboard magazine titled "Liquor Industry News 04-20-26" is a curated digital collection created by Mark Lenzi, a wine and spirits expert and co-host of "The Wonderful World of Wine" (WWW) podcast.
Mark Lenzi, who is based out of Franklin Liquors in Massachusetts, curates these "Liquor Industry News" magazines daily. They serve as a snapshot of the day's trending topics, market reports, and consumer advice from major industry publications like The Drinks Business, VinePair, and Wine Enthusiast.
Key Highlights from the April 20, 2026 Edition:
This specific edition typically features between 10 and 20 articles. Based on the curation for this date, the major themes include:
- Global Market Trends: Reports on the "structural stagnation" of the beer industry as volume growth in developed markets continues to level off.
- Wine Tourism & Regions: Features on emerging wine destinations for 2026, including alternatives to Napa Valley such as regions in Oregon and Mexico.
- Health & Consumer Habits: Discussions on how GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic) are beginning to influence hospitality, specifically how they are changing consumer approaches to alcohol and "indulgence."
- Craft Beer Updates: Insights from the Brewers Association regarding the slowing migration from glass bottles to aluminum cans in the U.S. craft sector.
- Spirit News: Updates on whiskey trends, including the impact of digital rebates on alcohol sales and new rankings for popular spirits.
About the Curator
Mark Lenzi is a highly certified professional (CSW, CSS, CWAS) who uses these Flipboard magazines to keep industry professionals and enthusiasts informed. His curation often accompanies his podcast, where he dives deeper into these topics with co-host Kim Simone.
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, 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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