Liquor Industry News 03-04-26
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The Flipboard magazine "LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 03-04-26," curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine), includes the following stories:
- Barboursville Vineyards Sold: Virginia’s most prominent winery has officially changed ownership. While the sale was long rumored, the new owners intend to maintain continuity and preserve the vineyard's legacy.
- ButterZero Non-Alcoholic Launch: Butter (JaM Cellars) has introduced "ButterZero," a new line of non-alcoholic wines catering to the growing "sober curious" and health-conscious market.
- Most Wanted Bourbons of 2026: A look at current market trends showing that even the high-flying Bourbon sector is feeling the effects of an industry-wide slowdown, though specific labels remain highly sought after.
- Top 21st Century Cocktails: An analysis of the 10 most influential cocktails created or revived during the first quarter of this century, marking a golden age of mixology.
- Johnnie Walker Black Cask: Diageo has launched "Black Cask" as a permanent addition to the Johnnie Walker lineup, specifically designed to bridge the flavor profile gap between Scotch and Bourbon.
- Alcohol-Free St. Patrick’s Day: Tips and suggestions for celebrating the holiday without alcohol, highlighting the increasing trend of dry celebrations in traditional drinking seasons.
CSW,CSS,CWAS,FWS,IWS,SWS,IWM
Mark C Lenzi CSW,CSS,CWAS,FWS,IWS,SWS,IWM owner of Franklin Liquors, is a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) and Spirits( CSS) by the Society of Wine Educators. The first in MA to hold a California Wine Appellation Specialist (CWAS) title from the San Francisco Wine School. French Wine Scholar(FWS)/instructor, Spanish Wine Scholar (SWS) and Italian Wine Scholar (IWS) by the Wine Scholar Guild. Italian Wine Specialist (IWS) by the North American Sommelier Association. Oregon Wine Expert (OWE) by the Napa Valley Wine Academy, Italian Wine Maestro (IWM) Vinitaly International (First USA Class), AFNA™ Wine Certified. Beer Essentials Certificate from Cornell University, California Sustainable Ambassador, Associates Degree from Whiskey University, Executive Bourbon Steward from Stave & Thief
Franklin Liquors is a family-owned vintage 1978. https://www.franklinliquors.com/
Founder of the Franklin Wine Club https://www.meetup.com/franklin-wine-club/
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