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Cocktails To Go See Rising Consumer Interest: Nielsen

With the on-premise hurting due to closures from the Covid-19 pandemic, Nielsen estimates that off-premise beverage alcohol volume must rise by 22% to offset the on-premise decline. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 8, 2020

News Briefs for May 8, 2020

•Anheuser-Busch InBev saw its sales decline 5.8% to $11 billion in the first quarter on a volume decrease of 9.3% to 120 million hectoliters. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 8, 2020

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for May 8, 2020

•Portland, Oregon-based Craft Brew Alliance has reported shipments down 6% for its fiscal first quarter, ended March 31. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 8, 2020

Whisky Advocate: The Pandemic May Be Affecting The Whisky Secondary Market

The full economic repercussions of Covid-19 aren’t yet known, but already there are signs of an impact on the collectible whisky market—and, unlike many other sectors, this niche segment appears to be on the rise. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 7, 2020

Wine Spectator: West Coast Wineries Eager To Reopen Their Doors

Since tasting rooms at wineries in California, Oregon, and Washington began closing their doors starting March 16, they’ve been in a mad dash to connect with their customers and drum up sales via promotions, virtual tastings, and other channels. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 7, 2020

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board To Reopen 77 Retail Stores

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) has announced a limited reopening of its retail locations throughout the state. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 7, 2020

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