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Total Bev/Al Sales Jump 20% Ahead of July 4; 4-Week Results Lag Year-Earlier

Total Alcohol dollar sales in the week ended July 4 climbed to $2.6 billionB, up +19.9% from the week ending June 27, NIQ reports. The increase likely reflects holiday-related purchasing ahead of Independence Day, while summer social occasions and FIFA World Cup viewing continuedd to support category

DISCUS, Wine Institute Challenge Oregon Recycling Law

One of the most popular theories among progressive interests is that the producers of products should bear whatever cost is incurred to clean up after them. So, when Oregon's recycling program needed modernization, the Oregon legislature came up with a scheme to shift the cost of waste management

Where the Bar Money Went

If you're wondering why sales for alcoholic beverages seem weaker his year than last, the Democrats on the Joint Economic Committee offer an answer: "Americans have now paid $56.4 billion more for gas since start of Iran War." Money spent of gas is money not

Coppola Launches 5th 'Perfect Your Pizza' Contest

Coppola Launches 5th 'Perfect Your Pizza' Contest

Francis Ford Coppola Winery, launched the fifth installment of its annual "Perfect Your Pizza" competition, a nationwide search for America's best pizza recipe and wine pairing. This summer, fans across the country are invited to submit an original pizza recipe and Coppola wine pairing for the

Holy Cross Abbey Winery in Colorado for Sale

After 25 years, Larry Oddo, owner/CEO of The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey in Canon City, Colo., plans to retire and is looking for a buyer. The asking price is $850,000. Gross revenue is $1.27 million. In its 25 years in business, the winery has won more

Hope Family Wines Official Wine Partner of Mid-State Fair Hospitality Tent

Hope Family Wines is offering wines from across its portfolio in the Hospitality Tent and at other locations throughout the California Mid-State Fair. The tent also features interactive displays, including a full-size stationary bull from the Troublemaker brand for photo opportunities, a backdrop depicting owner and winemaker Austin

Bâtonnage Sets New Virtual Training

Bâtonnage Forum, the nonprofit dedicated to empowering women in the wine industry through community and mentorship, is bringing its community together this summer with a new virtual event series. The series begins July 13 with “A Conversation on Mentorship” featuring winemaker Alison Thomson and her longtime collaborator Alecia Moore, founder