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Biochar is becoming one of the most talked-about tools in regenerative viticulture. A flame-cap kiln turns vineyard waste into a soil amendment that captures carbon, improves soil health, and even boosts yields. But the science is still evolving. hubs.ly/Q047qZFH0

From limited releases to reliable workhorses, these are the Irish whiskeys gaining traction with on- and off-premise buyers right now. hubs.ly/Q0476mRk0

From hidden infections to nursery spread, grapevine trunk diseases pose a complex and costly challenge for vineyards. hubs.ly/Q046s91W0

As Martinis surge on menus, gin is finding new fans, especially among younger drinkers. Can the momentum last? Industry experts weigh in on what it will take to sustain growth in the gin category. hubs.ly/Q0462S8R0

Genetic adaptation, leaf-feeding populations, and global movement are reshaping the modern phylloxera threat. hubs.ly/Q045Kgjc0

From a backbar classic to a hard-to-find Vietnamese collaboration, these are the amari that bartenders are excited about right now. hubs.ly/Q045c_670

For bartenders considering their next chapter, preparation is everything. Industry leaders and former bartenders share practical strategies—from networking to skill building—to help make the transition seamless. hubs.ly/Q044H17z0

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 indications. hubs.ly/Q043Hn280

Driven by flavor rather than efficiency, a small but growing group of distillers is reviving the three-chamber still to recreate the character of pre-Prohibition American whiskey. hubs.ly/Q0431MLB0

From the Iberian Peninsula to California, these six wine projects are capturing buyers’ attention with fresh ideas and serious results. hubs.ly/Q042m5Xy0

Beverage directors and operators share the small, high-impact changes that can help bars move drinks more efficiently without sacrificing quality. hubs.ly/Q042lHrV0

The boom in tequila and non-alcoholic drinks have fueled an inevitable crossover, but recreating tequila’s flavor without alcohol isn’t easy. hubs.ly/Q0413xC10

In Minneapolis and beyond, immigration crackdowns are destabilizing local bar and restaurant communities. Workers describe fear, loss, and the urgent need for industry-wide action. hubs.ly/Q040YH920

Trump administration tariffs and Canada’s retaliatory boycotts have devastated wine and spirits businesses on both sides of the border. One year later, the industry is still grappling with lost sales, strained relationships, and an uncertain path forward. hubs.ly/Q040WkRv0

Many people dream of working harvest at a winery, but what does it actually take to land an internship? Here’s what to know and how to succeed in your first seasonal winery job.hubs.ly/Q040mtfx0

As more consumers incorporate non-alcoholic spirits alternatives into their drinking rotation—not just during “dry January,” but year-round—these SKUs are exciting retailers going into 2026. hubs.ly/Q03_XGXc0

The phrase of the year is ‘green shoots’—the first signs of recovery ahead for a declining wine industry. Learn more with four key takeaways from the annual Silicon Valley Bank ‘State of the U.S. Wine Industry’ Report. hubs.ly/Q03_bxLD0

Cocktails lean toward “ready-to-eat,” the gin category gets a leg up from Gen Z, and a sustainability-minded zeitgeist pushes waste-based spirits from novelty to mainstream. hubs.ly/Q03-SsHL0

To not only survive, but thrive, breweries must effectively target Gen Z, provide value for consumers, and cope with uncertainty around THC drinks. hubs.ly/Q03-481w0

Over the next year, wine businesses will be forced to make decisions based on difficult economic conditions, but Americans are still buying wine—and creating opportunities in certain categories. hubs.ly/Q03ZYLmk0