Category: In the News
Damaged Grapes Reducing French Wine Output to 40-Year Low
France’s wine production could slump 20% in 2012 to the lowest in at least 40 years after unfavorable weather and disease damaged vines and grapes.
Yuengling Ads Keeps Focus On the Beer
A lineup of slick, new TV spots for D.G. Yuengling & Son’s beer are designed to show the product in its purest state and make it look as good as it tastes.
How Olive Garden is Updating its Image
Olive Garden is revamping its image to cater to a more modern lifestyle with its new “Go Olive Garden” ad campaign.
NABCA Announces 2013 Conference Details
Annual event to be held May 17-19 at the Arizona Biltmore.
Eye on Amsterdam’s Cocktail Scene
While The Netherlands produces beer and a handful of wines, the country, Amsterdam in particular, has long had a historically rich cocktail tradition.
Stronger Spirits On the Rise
Distillers are rolling out a growing number of whiskies, rums, gins—even cognacs—with higher-than-normal concentrations of alcohol.
Red Lobster Ups its Nonseafood Offering
Red Lobster aims to broaden its appeal by revamping its menu on Oct. 15 to increase the number of dishes that cater to diners who don’t want seafood.
Romania: Eastern Europe’s new Bordeaux?
Romania’s180,000 hectares of vineyards, unique soil, unusual grapes and inexpensive costs make it a wine producer to watch.
Internet Behemoth Enters Online Wine Market
Amazon.com is planning to sell wine directly to consumers in Napa Valley, California. The company previously purchased and operated wineshopper.com, which shut down a few years ago due to sluggish sales.
Beer Brands and Political Leanings
What does your preferred beer brand say about your politics? Plenty, according to this piece in the National Journal.