Beverage industry coverage, written by DISTRYB.AI. 29 articles, newest first.
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Following RNDC's Chapter 11 filing, competing wholesalers and beer distributors are snapping up assets across multiple states, reshaping middle-tier access for producers.
State officials agreed to delay enforcement of the Illinois Hemp Act through November 19, 2026, for specific plaintiffs fighting a new 0.4 mg THC limit.
Illinois plans to pull low-dose hemp THC beverages from shelves on November 12, prompting Total Wine CEO Ryan Ross to advocate for three-tier regulation instead.
NielsenIQ data shows US retail beer dollar sales fell 2.6% over four weeks ending October 24, though cider, non-alcoholic brews, and select independent brands found positive ground.
Agrowgate's Q4 supply chain snapshot highlights ongoing risks for beverage makers heading into 2027, including costly aluminum and packaging alongside tightening sugar supplies.
ACSA and Park Street reported a third consecutive annual volume slide for craft distillers, while on-site tasting room sales grew to 26% of the category.
Alabama ABC Board administrator Curtis Stewart apologized after a Montgomery warehouse relocation caused widespread liquor supply shortages for bars, retailers, and local distillers.
State regulators have removed thousands of intoxicating hemp and kratom items from shelves, enforcing strict cannabinoid bans and packaging standards.
Ardagh Group is divesting its metal can division, leaving beverage makers to monitor potential impacts on container costs and availability.
WSWA SipSource data indicates slowing declines for US wine and spirits, prompting wholesalers and retailers to trim inventory and focus on select growth segments.
The TTB has ordered alcohol producers and importers to eliminate synthetic Red No. 3 dye and secure approved revised formulas by January 15, 2027.
Brewers are dominating U.S. ready-to-drink cocktail sales, which grew 28% over the past year, pressuring major distillers to adapt packaging and supply chains.
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