Category: Strategies
Why An Economic Downturn Is No Time To Cut Marketing
When was the last time you relied on your gut instinct, or intuition, to guide you or make a decision? When this sixth sense kicks in …
5 Tips to Protect Against Cyber Threats
With many restaurants across the U.S. shifting to a delivery- or pickup-only business model to survive during the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a heavy reliance on …
It’s A Rum Thing: On-premise Trends
Just the mention of rum is often enough to bring forth happy memories of fruity cocktails sipped by the beach or pool. That’s not surprising, since …
COVID-19: Can You Return Unsold Alcohol Inventory?
Under ordinary circumstances, federal and state beverage laws strictly prohibit or restrict credit extensions and product returns, with extremely narrow exceptions. As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads, …
WSET Stepping Up Digital Learning In Light Of COVID-19
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced that it’s ramping up investment plans for online delivery of all its qualifications. The global provider of …
BevX 2020: Houlihan’s Leans Into Its Bar Heritage
In addition to its 47-year-old namesake casual-dining brand, Houlihan’s operates the fine-dining specialty concepts J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks (six units), Bristol Seafood Grill and Devon Seafood …
SC Oyster House Offers “Mini Bottle” Vodka Service
Charleston, SC-based Delaney Oyster House opened this past September with a beverage program highlighting innovative cocktails, craft beers and a wine list inspired by maritime-influenced climates …
Brandy’s Many Branches
The brandy category is undergoing an evolution; some would say, a revolution. While Cognac has long been the king, a wave of new products has hit …
Hard Rock Keeps Rolling
The brand may be approaching its 50th anniversary, but Hard Rock International is hardly slowing down. The chain of rock ’n’ roll-centric restaurants, hotels and casinos …
Why Tequila Is The Adventurous Spirit
Tequila is loving the limelight. The category in 2018 celebrated 17 years of growth, with consumption accelerating in the past five to six years. “Now cocktails …
