Amcor’s annual reveal highlights how consumer insights drive new concepts in package design. Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, announced its 2025 Bottles of the Year, in celebration of National Packaging Design Day. Annually, Amcor Rigid Packaging Bottles of the Year recognizes the best in innovative and responsible conceptual packaging designs that meet the latest trends in consumer preferences in the beverage, spirits & wine, food & dairy, home & personal care and healthcare segments. “The Bottles of the Year program celebrates the best in packaging design,” said Terry Patcheak, Vice President of R&D, Sustainability and Project Management at Amcor Rigid Packaging. “Our designers are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible with packaging, and we are proud to highlight that thinking through this program. With Bottles of the Year, our goal is to illustrate how evolving consumer tre

Wineries aren't just about producing great wine—they’re about creating memorable experiences. That means your tasting room, event space, vineyard grounds, and production facilities need to be not only spotless, but also free of pest-related health and safety risks. Clark Pest Control works closely with wineries to implement non-invasive, audit-ready pest management plans that help you stay compliant with food safety standards and prepared for third-party inspections. From vineyard events to private dinners and seasonal festivals, we help you maintain clean, welcoming, and pest-free environments all year long. Our Winery-Focused Pest Control Approach Includes: Targeted pest management for common winery threats, including rodents, ants, flies, and occasional invaders Preventive maintenance to stop pests before they become a problem—like removing entry points and improving sanitation practices Audit prep and reporting tailored to the wine

Let’s be honest: There’s a certain magic to pouring wine in your own tasting room—the clink of glasses, the sunlight through the vines, the laughter echoing off the barrel room walls. But what if you could bottle that magic and uncork it anywhere in the world? Today’s top-performing wineries aren’t just waiting for guests to walk through their doors. They’re packing their corkscrews and passports, finding their biggest fans where they live, work, and play—from the next city over to the far side of the globe. Welcome to the golden age of wine roadshows—and, now, globetrotting wine adventures! Why Travel? Because Wine Is About Connection Wine is the ultimate connector. It brings people together and creates memories, whether it’s a backyard BBQ in Austin or a sunset dinner on the Amalfi Coast. Your most devoted club members and best customers crave those connections—and they’re hungry (and thirsty) for experiences that go b

You want to elevate your event marketing campaigns with fresh, exciting materials that captivate and engage your target audience. You need unique branded merch, box kits, and swag bags to standout. But, where to start? Enter Almaden’s 2024 Event Lookbook. It may not solve all your problems, but it will strengthen the engagement at your next event! The State of Event Marketing Before we dive into the top trends that will help you this year, let’s get some context. Did you know that 63% of event marketing professionals predict that attendee numbers will return to pre-pandemic levels in the next one to two years. If you’re running events in 2024 and looking ahead to 2025, you’re in the right place. Perhaps more importantly, 80% of attendees say in-person events are the most trusted way to discover new products and services. Events empower marketers to connect with people one-on-one. Rarely, do marketers have the opportunity to speak directly with pro

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TTB Listens to Wine Industry: The TTB wants to hear what the industry thinks about label regulations, so Wine-Searcher's US editor had his say...

Wine and spirits distributors do not always get full credit for their myriad of services offered.  With portfolios bursting at the seams, their role in the 3-tier system is difficult. We at Andavi Solutions would like to recognize some of the critical functions distributors perform on behalf of their supplier partners.  1) Training and Education Distributor sales teams include some of the most highly trained professionals in the industry. The training opportunities distributors provide are not solely for internal stakeholders. They also play a critical role in the education and training of their supplier partners.  It is sad but true to say that many brand owners do not properly train their people, and by default, distributors end up picking up the slack. Another vital area of training distributors provide is forecasting and inventory management (more on this below).  Distributors do a lot of staff training (far more than most suppliers), and they don&rs

Introduction ‘Tis the season to uncork success and sell more wine! December is the perfect time for wineries to engage customers, boost sales and spread holiday cheer. In this article, we’ll unveil 12 creative holiday campaign ideas to ensure a festive and profitable December. 1. Virtual Tastings & Experiences Bring the winery experience to customers’ homes with virtual tastings and events. Host live sessions where enthusiasts can sample wines with the winemaker and interact with the winery team. Offer the wines in a bundle ahead of the event to encourage sales and provide attendees with a special discount code at the end of the event to promote additional purchases! Kivelstadt Cellars offers discounts at different price points. Courtesy of kivelstadtcellars.com.2. Festive Gift Sets Curate special holiday gift sets, pairing wines with complementary items such as gourmet chocolates and other snacks or custom wine accessories. Offering bundles can increase the avera

Cork Recycling Partnership with APCOR and San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festivalâ„¢ Results in Recycling 820 Wine Corks

Nine Pounds of Corks Collected for Cork Sustainability and Education Campaign at Southern California’s Largest Wine and Food Festival San Diego, CA (January 6, 2022) – The Portuguese Cork Association (APCOR) and the San […]

PORTLAND, Ore.—Dec. 28, 2020—Cider Summit is accepting nationwide pre-orders for its latest “Festival To Go Tasting Kits.” This new version is being released in conjunction with CiderCon, the premier conference for cidermakers put on by the American Cider Association. Cider Summit’s CiderCon Tasting Kits can be ordered now at CiderSummit.com, with pick up, delivery, and […] The post Cider Summit Now Accepting Orders for Cidercon Tasting Kits to Go appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/12/28/cider-summit-now-accepting-orders-cidercon?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cider-summit-now-accepting-orders-cidercon Published Date:Mon, 28 Dec 2020 23:01:51 +0000