Principles for Cannabis and Intoxicating Hemp (Link) Source: Brewers Association June 27, 2025 The past decade has given rise to an extremely confusing situation where intoxicating products made from cannabis or hemp (as defined in the 2018 federal Farm Bill) have...

Good afternoon ABC Stores Members, As we hit the midway point of June, we wanted to share some timely industry insights that highlight where the spirits sector is headed—and how we can stay ahead. 📈 C-Stores on the Rise in Spirits SalesConvenience stores are becoming...

Intoxicating Hemp Regulations Take Shape in Several States Source: https://www.brewbound.com/ Jessica Infante June 3, 2025 Legislation in progress across several states aims to bring beverages infused with intoxicating hemp into regulatory frameworks akin to alcohol’s...

Federal Spending Bill Could Kill Intoxicating Hemp Industry Source: Brewbound June 10, 2025 A Republican-led House subcommittee approved the current version of a Congressional spending bill that includes a provision to restrict intoxicating hemp products by closing...

Source: WSWA June 13, 2025 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) expressed strong disappointment following today’s decision by the U.S. House Appropriations Committee to advance FY2026 Agriculture–FDA Appropriations legislation with language that will...

Why the RNDC and Southern Settlement with Provi Matters for Craft DistillersSource: https://distilling.com/ May 15, 2025 Big waves are rarely created in the liquor marketplace, but the recent announcement that Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC and its affiliates...

Source: https://www.brewbound.com/ May 12, 2025 What’s the best route from online to on-shelf sales? For many intoxicating hemp brands, the solution appears to be finding space with beer and liquor distributors. Having leveraged DTC distribution to meet the unique...

Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits produces wines including the popular Josh Cellars. Source: https://www.sfchronicle.com/ May 9, 2025 Two California wine executives pleaded guilty to bribing a powerful alcohol distributor and a retailer to promote their products in...

"Generations seem like they only ever get more and more health conscious: Millennials with their avocados and group fitness ... Gen Z (walking) away from alcohol," Collin Hadley said. Greta Cross, USA TODAY:...

Read this before imbibing. Source: https://www.delish.com/ March 17, 2025 I never thought I'd see the day when cocktails were on their way out and mocktails were on their way in. But with so many people cutting back on their alcohol consumption, paired with the...