Consumer demand continues to decline amid economic, social, and generational shifts, notes Silicon Valley Bank’s 2026 “State of the U.S. Wine Industry Report.” Brands that aim to outlast myriad global ...

The Macallan unveils a bold redesign for its Sherry Oak and Double Cask range, including the 25- and 30-year-old expressions, ...

Though costly and labor-intensive, the nearly extinct three-chamber still is being revived by tradition-obsessed distillers ...

Extreme weather is testing long-standing appellation rules on allowed grape varieties, vineyard locations, and more, intensifying the debate over the future relevance of geographical ...

In his 18 years in the bar industry, Mike Hidalgo has been a dishwasher, barback, bartender, beverage director, and manager. He’s risen to prominence, and through his nonprofit Behind the Bar, he’s ...

The wine market today is more crowded than ever. In some ways, that’s a good thing; buyers and consumers across the country have access to an incredible variety of wines from around the world. However ...

From networking strategies to skill building, industry leaders and former bartenders share practical steps for a smooth transition away from ...

Laura Catena, MD, who has experience both as an emergency physician and a vintner, encourages more productive conversations surrounding health and alcohol consumption. Photo courtesy of Laura Catena, ...

It may be a small country (roughly the size of New Jersey), but Israel is a dynamic winemaking region distinguished by complex terroir and dramatic microclimates that range from cool high-altitude ...

The final addition of dosage in traditional-method sparkling winemaking isn’t just about determining the wine’s sweetness. Photo credit: Adobe Stock. A sparkling wine’s dosage or liqueur ...

Green Gen Bottle. Photo courtesy of Green Gen Technologies. As a drinks writer, I get sent a lot of bottles in a lot of packaging. Among recent deliveries: three mattress-thick, plastic-wrapped slabs ...