VinePair

OCTOBER 8, 2024

And while it might now offer varietals like Pinot Noir , Merlot , Chardonnay , rosé , Prosecco , and more, it got its start producing Cabernet Sauvignon , which remains the top-selling bottle in the portfolio. Bottled at just 13.5 Bottled at 14.5 Bottled at 14.5 Bottled at 14.5 See Review Spring Seed Wine Co.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 6, 2024

B+ / $14 2019 Terroir Expression Hostage Altamira Malbec – This lovely 100% Malbec couples floral notes with bold blackberry, cinnamon, and a touch of booziness. The wine has a silky, viscous mouthfeel, but there is also a bit of an alcohol burn — not surprising since it reaches 15% abv.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

We polled our beverage alcohol retailers, bar and restaurant operators and other industry professionals to find out. launched in 2019, is now available in 18 international markets. an alcohol-free malt beverage with 69 calories per bottle— in early 2019. The leading hard seltzer in the U.S., into “L0VE.L0VE.”

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 4, 2024

The sipping whiskey, which is bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof), showcases “the aromatic spice of cinnamon with the rich, comforting sweetness of brown sugar”. BSB Whiskey has been two years in the making, as is reflected by the smooth matte finish on the bottle and the glow-in-the-dark logo. US depletions reached 18.25

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The grape’s best-known appellation in Puglia is Primitivo di Manduria , and the variety is generally high in alcohol with medium tannins, although there are lighter, less alcoholic expressions as well. This 2013 Negroamaro has developed beautifully, showing mature notes of fig, overripe strawberry, earth, black licorice, and balsamic.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

But selecting one standout bottle from every subcategory of the spirit early each year offers a unique snapshot into what wowed us over the last 12 months. As part of this work, VinePairs tasting and editorial staff samples thousands of bottles every year. This helps us keep a finger on the pulse of whats new and exciting.

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VinePair

MAY 16, 2024

This shows that even though sales of budget bottles under $10 are weakening, consumers are consistently spending on higher-priced bottles. billion, which is 34 percent more than in 2019. Additionally, nearly 30 percent of wine consumers say they purchase an over-$20 bottle monthly, if not more often.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 9, 2024

India became the UK’s largest market for Scotch whisky by volume in 2022, importing 219 million bottles according to figures published by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA). Beginning with the pioneer of Indian whisky, Amrut Distilleries , which released India’s first single malt bottling in 2004.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 16, 2024

India became as the UK’s largest market for Scotch whisky by volume in 2022, importing 219 million bottles according to figures published by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA). A commemorative bottling, Paul John ‘Mars Orbiter’ was released in 2018, in celebration of India’s successful space mission launching a probe to Mars.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In contrast to the East Coast Syrahs I covered in my last column , the West Coast wines — many of them from California’s Santa Barbara County and Washington State — tend to be quite a bit higher in alcohol and more tannic, making them natural pairings for grilled and roasted red meats, pork, and other hearty foods.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 23, 2024

India became the UK’s largest market for Scotch whisky by volume in 2022, importing 219 million bottles according to figures published by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA). Piccadily Distilleries malt whisky bottling for the Indian domestic market, Whistler Blended Whisky was launched in 2020. Which Indri Whisky Is The Best?

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VinePair

AUGUST 7, 2024

In the wines I tasted, I found finesse, lively acidity, moderate levels of alcohol, and good complexity, a combination that makes them a pleasure to drink and excellent food companions. Price: $29 Buy This Wine Kir-Yianni Xinomavro ‘Ramnista’ Single Vineyard 2019 When they say Xinomavro can evoke Barolo, this wine is what they mean.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dread River Distilling , based in Birmingham, Alabama, has sought to put itself at the forefront of the distillery scene in its home state since its inception in 2019. Distilled from a mash bill of 60 percent corn, 30 percent wheat, and 10 percent malted barley, it was hand-bottled at cask strength, 106 proof, or 53% alcohol by volume.

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A Bar Above

JUNE 2, 2024

If you’re lucky enough to snag a precious bottle of Chartreuse right now, you probably know just what a feat that is. It’s marketed as being slightly sweeter than the green version and has lower alcohol by volume (43% vs 55%). He’d won the bottle lottery! He’d figured us out!

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VinePair

JUNE 24, 2024

Around late 2019, the 4 Noses Brewing team assembled at its Broomfield, Colo., Flavor is now king, queen, and everything in between in the alcoholic beverage industry. Having lower alcohol makes it more accessible.” headquarters to brainstorm collaborations, setting one ground rule: no breweries allowed. “We

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Cheers

APRIL 3, 2024

With the celebrity alcohol brands trending heavily , Jamie Foxx and WES Brands have teamed up to launch BSB Whiskey. The bottle includes a “BSB” chenille letter patch on its chest that glows in the dark. million cases in 2023, up from 14 million cases in 2019,” says Lauren Kiyak, SVP of marketing at WES Brands. per 750-ml.

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VinePair

JUNE 4, 2024

percent ABV Funny Water , carving a new niche in non-carbonated alcoholic drinks that, unlike wine or most cocktails, aren’t too strong. Seeking new audiences, companies are packaging hard teas, alcoholic refreshers, and fruit-infused vodka waters that deliver flavor, not fizz, making for smoother drinking. He’s pineapple jalapeño).

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Check our top gin lists from 2019 , 2020 , 2021 , and 2022. Only 1000 bottles were produced, but gin fans need to get one, as its inclusion of two varieties of fresh pepper – one allegedly the rarest in the world – give it a gorgeous and unique nose and palate, bold with the spice but never overwhelming in the slightest. 92 proof. $37

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VinePair

JUNE 25, 2024

This bottle is 78 percent Merlot with a sprinkle of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, and offers great aging potential without a galactic price tag. This is a great weeknight bottle of Bordeaux. This bottle has a welcoming nose that’s expressive yet subtle with present notes of blueberries, October leaves, and a hint of cherries.

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VinePair

APRIL 17, 2024

So when you’re searching for your next favorite Pinot, track down one of these bottles that were tasted and vetted at VinePair HQ. The fruit for this bottling was sourced from vineyards across the Willamette Valley, from the Chehalem Mountains to the Van Duzer Corridor. Here are the top 25 Pinot Noirs for 2024.

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Booze Business

MARCH 12, 2021

from 2018 to 2019. Coole Swan, an eternal beauty, we just bottled it.” According to David Gluckman, he and his associates had a hard time coming up with a name for the cream liqueur they invented. The alcohol by volume is similar for both, around 16/17% AbV. million 9-litre brand in the US and grew 6.5% and Baily’s at $25.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

He’s making wine with unique blends (like this bottle made with Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, and Syrah) and giving back to the community with 5 percent of sales going to nonprofits helping people bounce back, hence the name Ricochet. Average Price: $45 Rating: 90 See Review Nalle Winery Ranch Red 2021 This is American wine history in a bottle.

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VinePair

JANUARY 10, 2024

It’s a new year and we’re eager to dive into the world of red wine — trying new bottles and revisiting some old favorites from the last year of tastings. The following reds represent the cream of the crop — the bottles that stood out above the rest. And this bottle is a great introduction to this country’s take on the grape.

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Cheers

JANUARY 26, 2024

Baby Boomers began drinking less wine — and less alcohol in general — while younger consumers continued to explore other beverage alcohol categories. Growth remained stalled in 2019, but rebounded in 2021, as the on-premise returned with Covid-19 fading. But the rate of growth has decelerated since 2004.

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VinePair

JANUARY 3, 2024

They are mountain Pinot Noirs, often light in color and relatively low in alcohol, with many in the range of 12 to 13 percent ABV. You’ll find bottles from this region at many price points, with the best of them showing considerable complexity and bright acidity. I find that these wines benefit from a chill.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Premiumization has been the dominant story in tequila — and much of the alcohol industry — for the past decade. While customers will continue reaching for top-shelf bottles, Moreno does see some pullback thanks to macro reasons, coupled with a touch of tequila category overexpansion. Add in a fancy bottle, and people fall for it.

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VinePair

JUNE 12, 2024

But this year, some wine-lovers will swap out the typical bottles of Sauvignon Blanc and Chablis for… red wine? The bottles best suited for some time in the fridge are typically fruit-forward, have refreshing acidity, and lower levels of alcohol and tannin. So what makes a red wine chillable?

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VinePair

JUNE 5, 2024

You can also find a range of styles in Portuguese reds, including lighter, lower-alcohol expressions (including a spectacular example on the list below); powerful, concentrated wines that almost demand meat; and elegant, medium-bodied examples like one that reminded me of an aged Bordeaux. It’s delicious and effortless to drink.

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Cheers

MARCH 22, 2024

79) (97) Donnafugata Mille e una Notte 2019 (Italy) Intense ruby color in the glass, the nose is complex, with notes of black and red fruits, enhanced by hints of bright spice and vanilla tones. Brilliant pale gold, with a fine and delicate mousse, the nose and palate showcase the superb fruit, as well as the extended aging in bottle.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 22, 2024

Integrating activities creates “a healthier approach to alcohol.” Since 2019, Nocterra Brewing in Powell, Ohio, located about 20 miles north of Columbus, has incorporated adventure into its arithmetic mission: Beer + Outside = Nocterra. People now play sports “pretty much from sunup to sundown,” Ashburn says.

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VinePair

JUNE 26, 2024

Grown in the region’s calcareous clay, sand, and limestone soils, Sagrantino produces dark, concentrated, high-alcohol wines with ABVs typically in the 15 percent range, due in part to the long growing time required to achieve full ripeness. Good acidity balances out the high alcohol. Moderate tannins make it easy to drink.

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VinePair

MARCH 14, 2024

As with any list primed to spark debate, we should outline some ground rules: The rye must be a specific bottling OR bottled within an identifiable range of years. It must be a rye whiskey under the definition during the period in which it was bottled. Bottled at 117.3 All spirits must be American rye whiskeys.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 4, 2024

So, let’s take a look at every 50 year old whisky that The Macallan has ever bottled. Interested in learning about the oldest Macallan whisky ever bottled? Additionally, the climate in Scotland (generally on the cooler side) means that alcohol evaporates from the cask more easily than water does.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Single cask whisky offers something truly special—a one-of-a-kind experience in every bottle. Unlike blended whiskies, these come from a single barrel, giving each bottle its own unique character and making them incredibly limited. ABV with no losses, it could yield up to 1,000 bottles at cask strength.

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VinePair

JUNE 19, 2024

Some of the most well-known examples are a light straw color, and commonly labeled Pinot Grigio, but there are an increasing number of bottles touting the same name that would be more accurately described as orange wines, skin-contact wines, or even rosés. Here are seven bottles that showcase the range that Gris grapes have to offer.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 31, 2024

A few of the examples that I’ve listed below are releasing some of the strongest core range bottles. Ardnamurchan Owned by The Adelphi Bottling Company, Ardnamurchan was always going to be a really strong product from the get-go. These are certainly distilleries to pay attention to if you think you’ve had and tried everything before.

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VinePair

MAY 9, 2024

Founders are throwing in the towel; inventory and equipment are being sold off; and bottles that were once on shelves are disappearing. At that point, he explains, the rate of alcohol sales across the board slowed dramatically. It doesn’t necessarily matter, unfortunately, what’s in the bottle. That lasted until November 2022.”

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