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  Austin, Texas-based Twin Liquors (spirits aisle pictured) is currently experiencing strong customer demand for rosΓ©s, RTDs, and Tequilas. (Photo by John Davidson) The beverage alcohol retail tier continues to see double-digit growth into the fall, despite erratic consumer buying habits and distribution patterns. Online and curbside pickup sales remain strong for retailers throughout the country, and as temperatures cool and Americans brace for the Covid-19 pandemic's anticipated second wave, customers are stocking up on their favorite products—seasonal or otherwise. Read More  Health- and wellness-minded consumers are behind the impressive growth of non-alcoholic brews like Brooklyn Brewery's Special Effects (pictured) in the U.S. Generational tailwinds are behind the double-digit growth of non-alcohol beers (NAB) last year and so far this year, according to Bill Shufelt, co-founder of Athletic Brewing Co., the Connecticut-based craft brewer that only produces beers containing less than 0.5% abv. "Millennial and Gen Z consumers are big advocates of healthy, better-for-you, organic, mindful products," he explains. Indeed, these consumers account for 79% of Athletic Brewing's customer base, a statistic Shufelt finds promising, as his fledgling company expands distribution in key markets around the country. Read More  Six Tequilas and one mezcal brand recently earned Impact "Hot Prospect" honors, giving agave spirits a strong presence among the most promising brands in the industry. To earn honors, brands must have grown by at least 15% for 2019, while also showing consistent growth in the two preceding years, with volume between 50,000 and 200,000 cases. Read More SPONSORED CONTENT  The Ultimate French Wine Experience Portrait Gerard Bertrand Photo Credit: MARIE ORMIERES For years, winemaker GΓ©rard Bertrand has been encouraging a biodynamic approach to winemaking. He acts as an ambassador for this nature-conscious mindset and art de vivre, all part of his goal of revealing the true South of France terroir. Together with Prestige Director Vanessa Queyranne, GΓ©rard Bertrand will share his vision during a masterclass about 10 biodynamic wines from his most cherished estates, including Clos d'Ora and Clos du Temple.
NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS  Actress Cameron Diaz and entrepreneur Katherine Power have announced Avaline, a new line of organic wines. The first releases ($24 a 750-ml.) are an 11.5% abv Spanish white wine and a 13% abv French rosΓ©. Read More  The Wine Group has entered the low-calorie, low-alcohol drinks market with Cupcake LightHearted. The new line ($10 a 750-ml.) includes California-sourced Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and rosΓ©. Read More Follow Wine Spectator
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