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Foretelling Bourbon’s Future
Market Watch • VOL. 42 NO. 6
THROUGH THE GLASS
OPENINGS
NEW PRODUCTS
THE BOOM CONTINUES • Following a decade of steady growth, America’s native spirit continues to post gains
CHILE’S CHALLENGE • A move toward quality and stronger pricing is happening, but it’s a long climb
Aged Elixirs • Rum suppliers look to aged offerings to spur growth
Bar Staple • Vodka will always have a place at the bar
Irish Whiskey Branches Out • Upscale extensions are taking the category to new heights
MAKING MOVES • New York State retailer Zachys is thriving with a new, expanded location and a robust auction business
BEER’S HOT BRANDS • Mexican imports and FMBs withstand industry trends
PREMIUM INGREDIENTS • As consumers continue to premiumize their spirits, they’re also looking for high quality extras
• BUYING THE • BARREL • Exclusive private-barrel Bourbons are a big business at retail, and other spirits are slowly joining the trend as consumers look for one-of-a-kind liquor offerings
Bona Fide Bartender • Tiago Amaral flaunts his years of experience at Deviation Distilling in Denver
Tiago Amaral’s Recipes1
Masters Of Mezcal • As interest in agave soars, mezcal bars are helping to increase consumer awareness
Up In Smoke • Rauchbiers and smoked beers appeal to a loyal niche of consumers
NEWS
ON THE MOVE
PARTING SHOT