After a challenging few years in the Champagne category, momentum returned over the first half 2025, with both on- and off-premise depletions on the rise according to WSWA data, perhaps boosted by some pantry-loading in anticipation of higher tariffs on imported wines. Continue reading →

Sales of U.S. spirits in Canada have plummeted in recent months following widespread destocking of American products in the country, which resulted after the U.S. ratcheted up trade tensions with its northern neighbor. Continue reading →

In the second part of our interview, Gallo chief commercial officer Britt West discusses the company’s growing spirits portfolio, the outlook for High Noon, and how the California-based drinks giant—with wine volume of 85 million cases and spirits volume of 37 million cases—is taking on the challenge of recruiting the next generation of consumers. Continue reading →

Breakthru Beverage Group continues to bolster its California portfolio, most recently adding Napa Valley’s Groth Vineyards & Winery to its rolls. Continue reading →