Liquor Industry News 07-02-26
Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine, curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine), features a collection of recent updates shaking up the beverage world.
Here are the top stories highlighted in that collection:
- Are Low-Cal Beers the Next Big Thing? (from Beervana)
This piece covers how breweries are shifting their attention toward low-alcohol beers (sitting at or below 3% ABV) as an emerging market trend, leveraging consumer interest in lower-calorie and lighter alternatives. - The No. 1 Nonalcoholic Beer in America (from Food & Wine)
Detailing the results of the inaugural North American Nonalcoholic Cup (NANA)—a blind-judged competition that evaluated over 100 alcohol-free options—this story highlights Best Day Brewing’s Wild American Pilsner, which took home the coveted "Best in Show" title. - The Ultimate Champagne Flavor Map (from VinePair)
An article featuring an infographic mapping out Champagne flavors. It explores how critical brand recognition and a distinct "estate identity" are for Champagne houses compared to other winemaking regions. - Toast America the Way Thomas Jefferson Intended (from Slate)
A historical look at American drinking traditions, diving into how founding figures like Thomas Jefferson approached their wine 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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