Liquor Industry News 11-03-26
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The Flipboard magazine curation titled "LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 11-03-26" by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine) features several top stories highlighting current trends, regulatory updates, and expert insights across the wine and spirits industry.
Here is a summary of the featured stories:
- Europe Cracking Down on Greenwashing: (SevenFifty Daily) Wine producers selling into the European Union are facing stricter rules and oversight regarding environmental claims. The shift impacts how wineries market their sustainability efforts and present eco-friendly labels to consumers.
- The Story of Wine Snobbery and Wine Elitism in America: (Substack / Tom Wark) An analytical look into the roots of wine snobbery and elitism in the United States, exploring cultural perceptions around wine culture and examining who or what is actually driving those attitudes.
- The Best Bottle of Whiskey for Each Classic Cocktail:(VinePair) A bartender-backed guide outlining top-tier whiskey selections tailored specifically for classic mixed drinks, highlighting how different expressions elevate staples like the Old Fashioned.
- Diageo Cancels 2026 Special Releases: (The Spirits Business) Industry news covering Diageo's decision to scrap its highly anticipated 2026 Special Releases collection of rare and limited-edition spirits.
(Note: The magazine features additional curated updates addressing broader beverage, distribution, and market shifts.)
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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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