IN THIS ISSUE

Volume 135 , No . 4 • Winter 2024

CHAIRMAN INTERVIEWS

Catching up with WSWA and NBWA leadership By Krystina Skibo

DISTRIBUTOR BEST PRACTICES AWARDS

Recognizing innovation within the middle tier By Krystina Skibo

BRANDY AND COGNAC TRENDS FOR 2024

What ’ s driving category growth and interest By Melissa Dowling

CANNABIS AND CBD MARKET UPDATE

Infused beverages are taking over shelf space By Krystina Skibo

4 Editor ’ s Note

5 Vinsights

Acidity : The Source of Wine ’ s Superpowers By Marnie Old

6 Trip Report

Discussions on THC and Beer Dominate NBWA ’ s 87th Annual Convention By Krystina Skibo

26 Wine Reviews : Best of 2024

29 On The Shelf

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