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American Whiskey Assn. Joins World Spirits Alliance

American Whiskey Association said it has been voted in as a member of the World Spirits Alliance, marking an important milestone in AWA’s mission to serve as the focused global voice for American whiskey policy, trade and market access advocacy in Washington and around the world. AWA’s membership

Breakthru Beverage Picks Edrington for Illinois

Breakthru Beverage Group and Edrington have announced an expanded distribution partnership in Illinois. Through the agreement, Breakthru will represent Edrington Americas’ full portfolio across the state, building on the companies’ existing relationships in Colorado, Missouri, Wisconsin, Delaware and Minnesota. Breakthru will bring its strong Illinois network, deep local market knowledge

EU Wine Export Value Falls 13% in 1st 4 Months

Wine exports from the European Union’s 27 member states remain firmly in decline, extending a downturn that has persisted since the start of the year, new preliminary Eurostat data reviewed through April 2026 confirms. According to the analysis, published by wine industry news outlet inGrapes, the total value of

Higher Cellar Temps Speed CO2 Loss, Reduces Maximum Aging Potential -- Study

In a recent scientific study focused on CO₂ retention in sparkling wines produced using the traditional method, researchers at the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne developed a model capable of predicting changes in carbon dioxide levels during aging on lees and estimating the maximum shelf life compatible with European regulatory

Will Canada Be Punished for Banning U.S. Alcohol?

That's the question The Drinks Business asked Tuesday as it reported on the introduction of the Combating Attacks on our National Alcoholic Drinks by Allies (CANADA) Act by Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY). The short answer is – No. At least not in the long run. The bill calls

Michael Silacci to Retire as Winemaker at Opus One After 2026 Harvest

Silacci’s 25‑year tenure has greatly shaped Opus One, the winery said in announcing his planned retirement. Brought on as the Director of Viticulture and Enology in 2001, he was appointed as the winery’s sole winemaker in 2003 where he assumed responsibility for all aspects of vineyard management

Calif. Wineries to Meet July 21 to Rethink Global Exports

If there's one industry that's been hurt more than others by President Trump it's wine. After all, it was Trump's tariffs along with his repeated threats to "make Canada the 51st state" that led the provinces,who heavily control alcohol