Liquor Industry News 10-26-26
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Here are the summaries of the featured stories in the "Liquor Industry News" collection by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW):
- Episode 327 – Matchmaking & Premium Cocktails with Erik Segelbaum
- Source: SoundCloud
- Summary: Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine and beverage-related, sitting down with Erik Segelbaum to discuss beverage pairings, matchmaking, and premium cocktails.
- What Is a Cigar Without the Perfect Pair? What to Drink With Your Favorite Stick
- Source: The Manual
- Summary: A guide on how to elevate the cigar-smoking experience by selecting the right beverage pairings to complement the flavors of your favorite cigar.
- The 7 Biggest Cocktail Trends Of 2026 (So Far)
- Source: Tasting Table
- Summary: An analysis of the prevailing mixology and bar industry movements shaping drink menus and consumer preferences throughout the year 2026.
- 4 Holiday Vodka Cocktails You Should Try (That Aren’t An Espresso Martini)
- Source: Sporked
- Summary: A curation of four festive vodka-based cocktail recipes designed for the holiday season as alternatives to the ubiquitous espresso martini.
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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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