Good Morning and Happy Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Only Spirits Recorded Sales Losses in Last 4 Weeks: NIQ

January sales remained positive year-over-year, NIQ reported, with prepared cocktails accelerating momentum into late January with dollar sales up 8.8% and case volume up 3% in the four weeks ended Jan. 31 vs. the prior period when they were up 2.6%. 

Crimson Wine Group Acquires Raeburn Wine Brand from Purple Brands

Crimson Wine Group, Ltd., an owner and operator of premium wineries across the West Coast, said it acquired Raeburn wine brand from Purple Brands. Terms weren't disclosed. 

Is Supreme Court ready to scrap state laws on wine retailer shipping?

Readers of Reason, and of Wine Industry Advisor's Afternoon News Briefs, which picked up the story from Reason, may be forgiven for thinking that any day now the U.S. Supreme Court will issue a decision allowing out-of-state bev/al retailers to ship into a state

Colo. Legislators Want to Add Bev/Al Fees to Fund Addiction Services

A proposal to impose new fees on beer, wine and spirits manufacturers and wholesale distributors to fund addiction prevention, treatment and recovery programs is to be introduced in the Colorado House this week.

Calif. Bill Would OK Wine Sales at Farmers Markets

A bill pending in the California State Senate would allow boutique and small-scale vinemakers the opportunity to sell at certified farmers markets. 

Bota Box Names Winner of Recipe and Wine Pairing Contest

Natalie Harwood of Columbia, S.C. clinched the title of ultimate tailgate MVP after winning Bota Box's 2025 "Wing It with Bota" national wine and wing pairing recipe contest.

Twomey Names Ryan Hodgins Director of Winemaking

Twomey, the producer of Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc from Silver Oak Cellars, today announces the appointment of Ryan Hodgins as Director of Winemaking.  

Thanks for reading. I'll be back tomorrow. – Joel