BevCast: Recent Episodes
Jamie Smith
BevCast is a weekly podcast about the alcoholic beverage industry. It provides actionable insights to all kinds of professionals in this industry. This podcast features some of the most successful people from the Industry, talking about some of the most important issues faced by the businesses, and how to tackle them.
BevCast provides tips and tricks to the Importers, Distributors, Suppliers and Producers to grow their businesses sustainably.
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BevCast is brought to you by Beverage Trade Network.
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In this episode Sid Patel, CEO of BTN sits with Bruce Abbott, wine and spirits category buyer for Brown Jug, Alaska, How to get into regional chains, State of the Union(what's going on in the Wine & Spirits Industry), especially in places like Alaska, what trends we're seeing post-covid.
And most importantly, what a buyer wants from a brand looking to enter into these regional chains, what do they look for and why they would buy your product!
About Bartender Spirits Awards
Bartender Spirits Awards Aims To Deliver The Best Spirits For On-Premise Sector In USA.
Register Your Brands Here:
How To Enter : https://bartenderspiritsawards.com/en/how-to-enter-312.htm
Key Dates and Deadlines: https://bartenderspiritsawards.com/en/key-deadlines-and-pricing-313.htm
Using the tagline “Judged By Bartenders, Bar Managers and Off-Premise Managers For The On-Premise Industry,” the Bartender Spirits Awards will recognize, encourage, promote and celebrate excellence in the U.S. drinks industry.
The aim of the spirits competition is to provide independent and honest reviews for brands targeting the U.S. bar trade. The judging panel consists of some of the most renowned names in the U.S. bar industry, all of them with extensive expertise within the on-premise industry. The result will be a relevant and practical source of reference for bartenders, bar managers, bar owners and other industry professionals when making purchasing decisions for their establishments.
This competition recognizes that bartenders are the true influencers – their passions and tastes provide direction for the consumer, especially via their guidance with wine, beer or spirit recommendations. The creation of new drinks is often driven by bartender tastes and perceptions of current trends.
Link : https://bartenderspiritsawards.com/
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
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https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/
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Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
- USA sees five-fold shoot up in online sales
- AB Inbev wins corn syrup battle against Molson Coors
- Brown Forman extends subsidiary into the UK
- Halewood to shut down operations and cut down staff
- Diageo seems to be the most spoken about brand
Get Drinks Delivered website link:
https://getdrinksdelivered.com/en/
Sources:
Nielsen
AB InBev press room
The Spirits Business
Halewood Wines & Spirits
Global Data
Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
- Alcohol sales in the UK on a rise
- Cannabis Farm in Santa Barbara gets a thumbs up
- Sotheby’s Hong Kong holds largest online spirits sale
- US off-premise sales boost up
- Italy talks about reopening bars
Sources:
Office for National Statistics
The Drinks Business
Sotheby's Hong Kong
Santa Barbara Independent
Nielsen
Welcome to the Covid-19 Business Adapt podcast series for the #drinksindustry. Episode #1: Decision making.
In this episode, Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network gives thoughtful insights into Decision Making. Using a step-by-step approach is an efficient way to make thoughtful, informed decisions that will have a positive impact on your long-term goals.
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
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Right now might be a pause, but when everything is alright, brands are going to have to jump back with force.
In this episode, we talk to Giuseppe D’Aniello, Assistant Head Sommelier and Wine Buyer at Edition London. Giuseppe takes us on a journey to Edition’s wine programme, where he talks about how he buys wine for the hotel, and what goes on in the programme with training and serving.
The pandemic has disrupted a lot of businesses, and the drinks industry is no stranger to this. However, there's still a lot that brands can do while following social distancing.
In this episode of Grow Your Beverage Brand, we sit with Donald Ferguson, CEO & Founder of Teeq Tequila. Don chats about marketing tactics that work best for brands as of now, and how brands can use marketing to their benefit during the pandemic
Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
- Majestic wines website crashes due to high demand
- UK pubs and bars come to a closure
- Hospitality companies to not pay business rates
- Patrón donates $1m to hospitality charities
- Grocery chain Co-op creates 5,000 jobs for hospitality workers
Sources:
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/
UK Press Conferences
https://www.bevindustry.com/
In this episode, Anna Anand talks about the Covid-19 outbreak has paused a lot of our brands' activities. During this time, you can make social media your brands' best friend. Here's how you can make the most of social media during social distancing.
Crafting a Beverage brand is an effective strategy to reach out to your customers. But, it is certainly not a child’s play. Brand communication plays a crucial role in building a sturdy and robust brand. If Implemented effectively it gives you customer's honesty and loyalty towards your brand. However, there are certain strategies and tactics that can be used in creating a persistent brand name.
The 18th Episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show, welcomes David Forer - Master Of Wine. He is avid about helping producers and regions develop powerful brand messages and communicating the brand message to consumers.He is also an owner of a 10ha vineyard in the Priorat.
In this episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show David talks about How Branding and Communication can earn your customer loyalty and honesty to make your brand more sustainable for the future.
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
Know more about BTN:
https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/
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Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
- Prowein cancelled due to Covid19 (coronavirus)
- First crop of Marselan harvested in South Africa
- Pernod Ricard Invests in Japenese Gin
- Waitrose introduces Nogroni, a non-alcoholic rtd negroni
- Constellation Brands’ beer goes strong despite of covid19
- Cocktails are boosting UK rum sales
Sources:
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/
https://www.pernod-ricard.com/
https://www.cbrands.com/
In the fourth episode of Grow Your Beverage Business, Sid talks about a talk from USA Trade Tasting by John Beaudette in which he gave tips on what goes into the creation of a new brand.
Developing a successful sales strategy is one of the core activities every winery, brewery & distillery will have to undertake. You can delay it until you’ve acquired your first 100 or 1,000 customers, but at some point, you’ll need to find sustainable traction in the market and increase sales.
The 18th Episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show, welcomes Ben Salisbury - he is a 34-year veteran of the adult beverage industry and former Vice President of National Accounts for the US with Constellation Brands and Ste Michelle Wine Estates.
In this episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show Ben talks about the relationships with distributors and what to look for in your sales rep which will help achieving your sales target.
Enjoy the podcast!
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
Know more about BTN:
https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/
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Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
- Distilled Spirits Council of the US launches a new marketing campaign in Europe
- Diageo talks about profits being hit off due to the Coronavirus
- Amazon launches its cashier-less store
- Prosecco at a rise in France
- VIDE Beverages debut new packaging with Southern Glazer’s
- Pernod Ricard’s flavoured gin pulls in customers
- Prowein 2020 postponed
Sources:
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/
https://www.bevnet.com/
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/
www.beveragedaily.com
In this episode, Sid Patel dives into tips on how to retail game by talking about the Godfathers of retail and why they’re important. He also shares his experience in the business and how he worked his way up towards growth.
The 17th Episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show, welcomes Antonio Palmarini - Ast. Head Sommelier at the starred Michelin Pétrus.
Hosted by Sid Patel, this episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show takes us on a journey on Antonio's journey in the wine industry, his role as a sommelier, and how he works with Michelin star restaurants. Antonio also takes us into the world of the role of a sommelier - and shares his experienced insights on how to increase wine sales
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
Know more about BTN:
https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/
For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇
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Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
- Hard Seltzer set to bring growth to the alcohol business
- The three-tier system in the US is slowing down the e-commerce sector
- Endless West releases grapeless synthetic wine
- Number of pubs in the UK at a rise
- Arbikie Distillery releases climate positive gin
News sources:
https://www.forbes.com/
https://www.bbc.com/
https://finance.yahoo.com/
https://www.beveragedaily.com/
The 16th Episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show, welcomes Robin Copestick - Managing Director at Freixenet Copestick Limited. Hosted by Sid Patel, this episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show takes us on a journey on how Robin built I Heart Wines. He shares his experience and knowledge in building a brand and growing a brand from beginning to end.
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
Know more about BTN:
https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/
For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇
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The 15th Episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show, welcomes Eric Guerra - Wine Public Speaker. Hosted by Sid Patel, this episode of the Wine Whiskey Weed Show dives into Eric's experience in the industry as he shares his knowledge and shells out insider tips on how to find your ideal wholesaler.
About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network
Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios.
Know more about BTN:
beveragetradenetwork.com/
For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇
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Welcome! Beverage Trade Network
Connecting wineries, breweries, distilleries, beverage brand owners, importers, distributors, brokers and other beverage professionals locally and globally.
Tune in to drinksbusinessnews.com for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
●Seedlip and tonic RTD cans launch in UK
●Indiana City Brewing Co. introduces Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Hop Water
●Jameson creates NFC bottle for St Patrick’s Day
●Coors Light set to support animal adoption
●Global Vodka Market to reach a higher growth rate
Tune in to drinksbusinessnews.com for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
●UK drinkers reported to have reduced drinking in January
●Australian Universities come together with growers to assess smoke taint
●Bibendum announces ‘Game-Changing’ ex-cellar Bordeaux initiative
●Pennsylvania’s Stoudt’s brewing company to close
●Bombay Sapphire Gin explores into personalisation trend
Tune in to drinksbusinessnews.com for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
●Australia's capital just legalized adult-use cannabis
●Westons Cider to distribute Lowlander Botanical Beers
●Kopparberg introduces Cherry cider
●Strongbow extends into alcohol-free
●Italy’s winemakers focus on Sangiovese
●Last call to enter London Competitions and avail the best discounts
Tune in to drinksbusinessnews.com for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry.
In today's episode hear more about:
●Suntory acquires 10% stake in Macallan owner
●Alcohol sales fall as wine sales rise in Scotland
●US tariffs could cost the industry £100M in a year
●Anheuser-Busch InBev snaps up Canada's Goodridge & Williams
●Michigan bill would grant self-distribution rights to more small breweries
In this episode Sid shares anecdotes from his career about how he built his sales process. He goes on to explain, in detail, how one can make their sales process efficient and profit-making.