Market Watch

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A Family Legacy, and More

Market Watch • MARKETWATCHMAG.COM • VOL. 43 NO. 4

THROUGH THE GLASS

OPENINGS

NEW PRODUCTS

Takeout Drinks: The State of Play • Many markets still allow sales of to-go cocktails, though consumer interest is waning

Still Moving Forward • The Riboli family has been a winemaking pioneer in California for more than a century, and four generations later they show no signs of slowing down

Riboli Family Timeline

RIBOLI FAMILY WINES FULL PORTFOLIO

CLIMBING UPSCALE • Rum is seeking greater entry into the higher price tiers, but progress is only gradual as mainstream volumes remain huge

Control State Spirits Remain In Positive Territory • Trade-up trends showed signs of easing last year, but outpaced volume growth

Agave’s Allure • The popularity of Tequila, mezcal, and other agave spirits at bars shows no signs of waning

New England Powerhouse • Long recognized as one of the more dynamic control states, New Hampshire continues to innovate and up its game

CROWDED CATEGORY • Flavored malt beverages continue to see a wave of new entrants

OREGON TICKS UPWARD • Wine sales from the Beaver State softened a bit last year, but 2024 is showing good numbers so far

Staying Power • Alaska’s Brown Jug goes to great lengths to serve its customers in The Last Frontier

Food-Friendly Focus • At Atelier in Chicago, Ali Martin’s cocktails complement the Michelin-starred cuisine

Ali Martin’s Recipes

Beer On The Brunch Menu • Brews at brunch are giving Bloody Marys and Mimosas a run

NEWS

ON THE MOVE

PARTING SHOT