Good Morning and Happy Saturday. It's February 14, 2026.

Young Americans Are Falling for Traditional British-Style Beer Service

Cask ale has long been a popular serve across the pond. Here’s why it’s suddenly catching on stateside.

150-year-old alcohol bottle found in old mining town is finally opened — and people took a drink

Utah excavation yields rare intact alcohol bottle from 1870s mining town (Fox News)

Let's Not Complain About the Perfectly Priced $1,000 Wines

The laws of Supply and Demand and Wallet Girth tell us if a wine is worth the price. (Tom Wark/Fermentation)

Dr. Oz Says Drinking Is a ‘Social Lubricant.’ Some Experts Worry About That.

“Most of the harm that comes from alcohol,” said one researcher, is “due mostly or mainly to drinking with their buddies.” (New York Times)

What Doctors Want You To Know About the New Federal Guidelines for Alcohol Consumption

Gone are the old daily drink limits, as the update leans on broader guidance shaped by emerging science. (Food & Wine)

Gen Z rejects trendy nightlife, flocks to their own 'Cheers' for cheap drinks and real connection

As flashy nightlife fades, Gen Z is bringing back something old-school (Fox News)

What Even Is a “Listening Bar” Anymore?

It was once a specific, intentional space that focused on music as much as cocktails. But with every dive and pub adopting the label, the real thing risks getting lost in the noise.

Why Sparking Wine is Boomming – and Remains Irresistible

“You Can't Go Wrong with Champagne.” That familiar saying alone hints at the special place sparkling wine holds for so many people. Especially at festive occasions such as the Vienna Opera Ball 2026, bubbles are simply indispensable. 

The RNDC Moment: This Cycle Turn Means Opportunity

This is the turning point, and big change is already happening. Now is the time to make your move. (Michael DeLoach/Linked In)

The Low-Alcohol Wine Boom: Don’t Get Left Behind

One of the easiest ways to make a low alcohol wine is by using a wine grape variety that ripens at a lower starting Brix concentration.{Denise Gardner Winemaking)

What Happened to America’s Commuter Bar Cars?

The train ride home was once suburban commuters’ time to decompress and have fun; now it’s yet another thing to get through before work-life ends and real-life begins. (VinePair)