Cognac in China: reasons for optimism
Things were looking bleak for Cognac in its most important value market at the start of 2020. But as the on-trade opens in China, are there reasons to be optimistic about Cognac's future?
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Will hard seltzers resonate with the UK market?
Volume consumption of hard seltzers in the US increased by 200% in 2019. As hard seltzers increasingly enter the UK market, IWSR assesses how brands may need to adapt their product offerings for the UK consumer
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Behind the celebrity-owned tequila craze in the US
From actors George Clooney and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to NBA legend Michael Jordan, tequila has caught the eye of a plethora of celebrities. IWSR assesses tequila's rise to fame.
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Status spirits provide growth opportunities and resilience to economic uncertainty
While the long-term impact of COVID-19 on beverage alcohol is yet to be fully known, one segment of the industry that historically tends to be resistant to economic uncertainty is “status spirits,” brands that retail for US$100 or more.
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Can emerging markets use gin’s UK success as a blueprint for growing the category locally?
IWSR analyses the potential for South Africa and Brazil to replicate gin's UK success
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Japan and Australia are the markets to watch for sparkling wine
Italy, Germany and the US lead the global sparkling wine category, as Japan and Australia emerge as key markets to watch
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IWSR's top 5 global beverage trends for 2020
IWSR looks at the global trends likely to shape the spirits, beer and wine categories around the world
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Does Fever-Tree’s profit warning signal the death of gin?
As Fever-Tree saw its shares plummet in Jan 2020, IWSR explores the future of gin and the challenges and opportunities facing Fever-Tree as it expands outside of the UK.
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Pernod Ricard drives its Champagne portfolio upwards
On behalf of the IWSR, Alexander Smith, Global Drinks Intel editor, looks at Pernod Ricard’s Champagne strategy and its role in helping to drive premiumisation within the category
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Wine Consumption in US Declines for First Time in 25 Years [Infographic]
IWSR research shows volume increases for distilled spirits and ready-to-drink products in the US in 2019; beer continues to slip
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The trends that defined 2019 for IWSR's analysts
IWSR analysts share the industry highlights that have left an impact on them, spanning from gin innovation and rosé preferences to new packaging trends and the craft spirits experience
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IWSR’s top 5 US beverage trends for 2020
Heading into 2020, a few key themes have emerged across the beverage alcohol industry. The IWSR’s US analysts summarise what trends will inform product innovation and consumer drinking habits.
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Cocktail innovation: spices and savoury notes are the flavour profiles to watch on both coasts of the US
Cocktails are critical offerings in the on-premise in Los Angeles and New York City, but it’s the sophistication of savoury ingredients that’s gaining traction.
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Investing in China? Brands should look beyond premium spirits
Changing consumer habits and a growing middle class in China presents brands with an opportunity to widen their investments in the Chinese market
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New occasions and female empowerment drive change in the South African drinks market
Women in South Africa present drinks brands with an opportunity to invest in new markets in the region and expand category offerings.
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Market
- Beer
- Brandy
- Cider
- Gin
- Irish Whiskey
- Low-/No-Alcohol
- Mixed Drinks
- RTDs
- Rum
- Scotch
- Spirits
- Tequila
- US Whiskey
- Vodka
- Whisky
- Wine
