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“World of Zero” to dominate Hall 1 at ProWein 2023

Alcohol-free or “zero” wines are a trending topic with quite some potential. Kylie Minogue is launching her first non-alcoholic sparkling rosé wine of the same name, to be sold in British Tesco supermarkets, among other locations. “Zero” is also playing an increasingly important role in food service. Increased health awareness and changing consumer behavior among […]

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Wine + Spirts “Royal Warrants” become void after Queen’s death

There is a collection of well-known spirits and Champagne brands that will have their royal warrant status reviewed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Brands and suppliers including Gordon’s gin, Champagne brands: Mumm and Moët, and wine merchants Corney & Barrow and Berry & Bros & Rudd all carry the Queen’s coat of arms

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Tourism enjoys strong start to 2022 while facing uncertainties

International tourism continued its recovery in January 2022, with a much better performance compared to the weak start of 2021. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine adds pressure to existing economic uncertainties, coupled with many Covid-related travel restrictions still in place. Based on the latest data, global international tourist arrivals more than doubled (+130%) in

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North America’s Best 50 Bars list launches this summer

The World’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, will launch its North America list this summer! The awards will be held in New York City June 7, 2022. Mark Sansom, content editor for 50 Best, is confident that the new list will become a key part of the global bar industry. “The bar scene and

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Registration is open for the 10th Anniversary Women in Wine Leadership Symposium [January 24, 2022]

The Winebow Imports’ Women in Wine Leadership Symposium (WWLS) is a forum for women to discuss their experiences, opportunities and challenges they face, and how they can build a more diverse, inclusive and successful industry. This year’s symposium is the 10th-anniversary event and consists of two dynamic sessions: 1:00-2:15pm EST — Keynote Conversation: Annette Alvarez-Peters

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UNWTO Secretary-General: ‘The climate emergency is a bigger threat than Covid’  

UNWTO Secretary-General: ‘The climate emergency is a bigger threat than Covid’    “Going back to the old normal is not an option.” https://www.unwto.org/news/unwto-secretary-general-the-climate-emergency-is-a-bigger-threat-than-covid    #restarttourism #tourisminvestment #greenvinestment #tourism #climatechange #climateemergency #winetourism #globalwinetourism #UNWTO #news #winenews #winelovers #hospitality #hospitalitynews #sustainability #WTTC #travel #travelnews

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Fine Wine’s Benchmark Index Sets a New Record

Fine wine prices have risen consistently over the past 17 months, the market’s most bullish period to date.  The Liv-ex Fine Wine 100 index, which tracks the price performance of the 100 most sought-after fine wines on the secondary market, rose 2.2% in October to close at 372.44 – an all-time high. This is according to a

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Are RTF Alcohol Ice Pops The Next Big Trend?

Ready-to-Freeze (RTF) alcohol ice pops and frozen cocktails are predicted to be the next big trend in drinks following the merger of two companies that specialize in drinks and ice. A statement of intent came when drinks and brand development company Iconic Brands, acquired ready-to-freeze- alcohol ice pop company TopPop. The company unveiled that “the growth

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