AI’s Impact on the Beverage Alcohol Industry
Beverage alcohol retail technology remains ever-changing and constantly evolving. Especially with the plethora of opportunities that AI brings to the table, it’s crucial for independent liquor stores to keep up with the market.
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The NHLC Celebrates 90 years
The New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) toasts nine decades of operations in 2024 with a yearlong campaign named “90 Years of Cheers.” It’s a fitting title for a control organization that’s much celebrated by...
The State of American Whiskey in 2024
American whiskey is in a weird place. Writing this feature in 2024, I’m tempted to recycle a similar piece I did on craft beer circa 2017.
It’s not uncommon to say that the whiskey industry...
Ohio Liquor Named 2024 Best Practices Winner
In a year marked by extraordinary achievements, Ohio Liquor (OHLQ) has emerged as a trailblazer in control state practices, clinching the prestigious StateWays Overall Best Practices Award for 2024. This accolade is a testament...
Demand For Alcohol-free Options Keeps Climbing
The sober curious movement continued to gain strength over the past year, thanks largely to interest from younger generations. For example, 61% percent of Gen Zers said they plan to cut back on their...
Vodka Trends in 2024
Unlike tequila, bourbon or even gin, vodka has not generated too much buzz lately. But this spirit pays the bills at most bars and restaurants, given the amount of vodka that they sell and...
Schlauch Brings Montana’s Best Practices as NABCA Chair
For Becky Schlauch, relationship building is always a top priority. As the Administrator of the Montana Department of Revenue’s Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Division, Schlauch says that working and connecting with people is the...
Podcast: Getting a Grasp on Gin
In our first podcast devoted to gin, we talk with Brendan Bartley, head bartender and beverage director at the renowned speakeasy Bathtub Gin and the creator of Botanery Barn Distilling’s new Revivalist Garden Gin....
Alabama ABC: Provide, Protect, Produce
Constant improvement. That single goal is at the core of the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board’s mission. Despite the Montgomery-based agency’s recent leadership transition, its focus and commitment to outstanding service remains at...
7 Beverage Alcohol Trends for 2024
Trend picks and predictions for 2024 began rolling in late last year, and we’ve poured over numerous reports. One thing everyone seems to agree on: No-/lo-alcohol drinks are here to stay.
Not only are they...
