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🍷🥃 Exciting News! England's Wine and Spirits Scene is Booming! 🍾🇬🇧 I'm thrilled to share with you some fantastic news about the thriving wine and spirits industry in England, United Kingdom. BestStartup UK has handpicked a stellar lineup of top-notch companies that are setting new standards for innovation and excellence in this dynamic sector. Featuring the trailblazers: Coast Drinks Vinverum Limited Pull The Cork Pure Wines Imperial Beer Club CAJU DRINKS LTD Crafti Beer Vertigo Beers Myatt's Fields Cocktails Ohsomm Sloshed These exceptional companies span the entire spectrum of the wine and spirits landscape, from cutting-edge startups to well-established brands. BestStartup UK recognizes their outstanding performance and contribution to the industry's growth and innovation. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a spirits enthusiast, these companies are sure to impress with their quality, creativity, and dedication. Be sure to check out their offerings and support the local talent that's making England proud on the global stage. Read more about these trailblazing companies in the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gHNj6Yxb Let's raise a toast to England's Wine and Spirits entrepreneurs for their remarkable achievements! 🥂🎉 #WineAndSpirits #Innovation #UKStartups #CheersToSuccess

🍻 The Brewed Awakening: How a Small Brewery Crafted a Memorable Customer Journey 🌟🍺 Gather round, and let me share the tale of "Hops Haven," a small local brewery that found the secret to frothy success. It wasn't just in their hops; it was in their hop to understanding the customer journey. 🌾🔍 In a world brimming with breweries, Hops Haven realized that to stand out, they needed to do more than brew great beer. They needed to brew great experiences. And so, they embarked on a journey to map out their customer's path. 🚶♂️🗺️ From the first click on their website to the last sip in their taproom, they crafted each step to be as delightful and unique as their ale. Their website became not just a menu, but a virtual tour of their brewing passion. 💻🍺 Booking a brewery tour was made as easy and inviting as their laid-back lounge. Each reservation was an invitation to explore, learn, and, of course, taste. 📅🍻 Visiting Hops Haven was like stepping into a storybook of beers. The ambience spoke of rustic charm and brewing wonder, each corner a new chapter, each brew a character to meet. 🏰🍺 Their staff were not just servers, but storytellers, sharing tales of malt and magic, guiding customers through a palette of flavors, making every tasting a personal adventure. 🗣️🌈 But the journey didn't end with the last drop. Follow-up messages, members' clubs, and special brew releases kept the connection alive, turning occasional visitors into a community of enthusiasts. 💌👥 The result? Hops Haven became more than a brewery. It became a destination, a part of people's lives. A place not just to drink beer, but to experience the art of brewing. 📈❤️ This story of Hops Haven is a toast to all small businesses. Your product is vital, but the experience you brew around it is what fills the cup of success. 🍻💡 So, raise your glasses and think: How can your business craft a customer journey that's as satisfying as a perfect pint? The ingredients are in your hands – it’s time to brew something unforgettable. 🍺✨ #CraftBeer #CustomerJourney #SmallBusinessGrowth #BreweryLife #Entrepreneurship #HopsHaven

"There’s this narrative you’re not a real coffee drinker if you don’t drink straight black coffee," said Lisa Yala, co-founder of Transcendence Coffee. "There are high-quality syrups on the market that you can still have a wonderful cup of coffee that’s not just black." Read how Transcendence Coffee hopes to rewrite the narrative about adding flavors to coffee with its line of flavoring syrups made with whole spices. More here ☕▶️ https://ow.ly/nEHp50Qioue #foodentrepreneur #startup #coffee #emergingbrands

“There are enough alcoholic bars in the neighborhood; we just wanted to create an alternative space” - the owners of De La Playa, a new community space in Highland Park LA. Why has this caught our attention? The opening of a hybrid record-bottle shop, selling records *and* serving first-rate non-alcoholic drinks, in a community setting is the perfect example of what we’re seeing in the wider world of No & Low. Cutting through the noise with a space described as “inclusive and accessible” for all - we love to see it and hope to see even more independent venues like this land on the Zero Proof Nation map. --------------- 🍸 We’re Distill Ventures, the world’s first drinks accelerator. 👉 Follow us as we grow a community of founders building the drinks brands of the future. #DistillVentures #Accelerator #NonAlc #AlcoholFree #DrinksIndustry

🍷WINE INDUSTRY FRIENDS, RESTAURANTS, INVESTORS🍷 This is one of the most comprehensive and data driven reports on the 2023 state of the Wine Industry. Written by Rob McMillan, EVP and Founder, Silicon Valley Bank Wine Division. Identifying the problems helps us to solve them, and as this report finds we have a few to tackle in the coming years. One of the biggest? (and has 16 pages dedicated to it) is consumer evolution - and the data couldn't be more compelling: "Whatever we’ve collectively tried to do to engage with the younger consumer in the last decade hasn’t been good enough. In fact, if we are doing something, the results are getting worse, so you could argue that we should immediately stop doing it." For years I've talked about the importance of paying attention to the next generation, as I watched wineries and brands throw money at high end consumer tasting, all expenses paid trips for buyers and Sommeliers, and out dated marketing like radio and bus ads. And where has this gotten us? "For many consumers, the data shows that wine is their parents' alcoholic beverage but not their own. If this preference continues for too many more years, it will only increase the number of nonadopters of wine, as the Wine Market Council data is already showing" Add to this reality that Neo-prohibitionism is very much alive and well *gulp Collectively this is a HUGE problem that has developed over years. The solution is also one that will take years to correct (this ship is mighty and hard to turn) but it is one that TOGETHER as an industry we can do. Changing the narrative is imperative to changing the forecast of this industry. As Rob McMillan notes "Younger consumers are more interested in what’s in the bottle — where it comes from, how it’s grown, the ingredients and additives, how it can make their lives more fulfilling and how you as an organization try to make the world better" ✨ Marketing is no longer about the stuff that you make, but about the stories you tell. ✨ We need innovative solutions that reach the right people, and at Knowbie we are actively working on this (and seeing some positive results) Do you feel as passionately about this industry as we do? Message me & let's chat. #wineindustry #restaurants #californiawine #startup #entrepreneurship

𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐓𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒-𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟐: 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐛 𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐃𝐅: https://lnkd.in/gwGRAVwC The tequila market in Vietnam is experiencing robust growth, primarily driven by several key factors. Firstly, the rising popularity of cocktails and mixology trends has significantly boosted demand for tequila. As consumers increasingly seek unique and flavorful drinks, tequila's versatility as a base spirit for cocktails has made it a go-to choice for bartenders and enthusiasts alike. Additionally, the growing interest in premium and artisanal spirits has driven the demand for high-quality tequila brands. With consumers becoming more discerning, they are willing to invest in premium tequilas known for their exceptional craftsmanship and unique flavors. Furthermore, the regional trend towards healthier drinking habits has contributed to tequila's market expansion. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐎𝐂 & 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/gfcRiWbB  #cocktails #vodka #drinks #bar #gin #mexico #rum #whiskey #beer #margarita #whisky #management #economy #strategy #sales #businessintelligence #entrepreneurship #investing #research #business #markets #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Startups  #SmallBusiness #BusinessStrategy #Marketing

Ever wondered how mobile bars could transform the way we celebrate our special events? Well, one British startup, Box Bars (Box Bars), is demonstrating just that. Founded by the visionary Joanne Smith (Joanne Smith), Box Bars has stirred up new flavours in the beverage industry with their unique and tailored approach to mobile bar services. Can Tailored Mobile Bar Services Revolutionise The Beverage Industry? Check out in our featured article. https://lnkd.in/ePECzTeh From gin-loving brides to whisky guzzling birthday boys, Box Bars tailors its services to each customer's tastes and preferences. It's not just about pouring drinks; it's about enhancing the experience and exceeding expectations no matter what the event may be. What more? Their dedication to supporting and showing off local businesses and produce is just the cherry on top! Find out how this British startup is shaking and stirring the beverage industry, one celebration at a time. #BoxBars #StartupBubble #BeverageIndustry #MobileBarServices #UKStartups #Celebrations #ECommerce #Events #FoodandBeverage #HospitalityIndustry #WineandSpirits

Discover how Richard Fierro’s journey through the beer industry led to the creation of a craft brewery that stands as a symbol of resilience, diversity, and community spirit. From navigating the complexities of the pandemic to transforming tragedy into a catalyst for unity and positive change, Atrevida Beer Co. embodies what it means to brew with purpose. 🌈 🤝 This is more than a story about beer; it's a testament to the power of inclusive entrepreneurship and the impact small businesses can have on their communities. Whether you're a craft beer aficionado, a budding entrepreneur, or someone who believes in the power of community, this story is for you. Join us in celebrating the journey of Atrevida Beer Co. as they pave the way for a future where diversity is on tap. Cheers to innovation, resilience, and the craft beer revolution! #CraftBeerRevolution #DiversityInBrewing #ResilienceStories #Entrepreneurship #CommunitySupport #Innovation #SmallBusinessGrowth #TheFreeMindGroup #AtrevidaBeerCo #CraftBeer #Wholesale #Beer #beernews

CATBAKE is more than just a bakery; it’s a community, a brand, and a story of success that inspires. For culinary professionals and enthusiasts, it serves as a reminder that passion, quality, and a clear vision can blend together to create something truly extraordinary. As we continue to explore and innovate within the culinary world, let CATBAKE’s story encourage us to think outside the box and bake our path to success. #CATBAKE #CulinaryInnovation #BakeryTrends #CatLovers #SingaporeEats #FoodieDestinations #ChefShinya #NekoNekoShokupan #PastryArt #BakingArt #CulinaryArt #FoodTrends #UniqueBakeries #GourmetBaking #CatThemedCafe #BrandIdentity #NicheMarketing #CommunityBuilding #QualityBaking #CulinarySuccess #Entrepreneurship #FoodConsultant #CulinaryCreativity #FelineFriendly #DessertLovers #InnovativeBaking #CulinaryJourney #FoodIndustryInsights #BakingSuccess #BernardKoh

You might remember, pre-pandemic, a popular brand of fancy marshmallow snack called Smashmallow. They were cubic, came in flavors like churro and strawberry cream? They were great, right? And for a minute there, they were everywhere. Ever wonder what happened? Well it turns out what happened was the company—run by the experienced folks who started Krave beef jerky and then sold it to Hershey for $250 million—tried to approach marshmallows with a similar playbook. Find a premium recipe, build a premium brand...and then ultra-scale it. It turns out that it ain't easy to scale fancy marshmallows. Commodity s'more ingredient puffballs? Sure. But as I write for Business Insider today, that tech was stubbornly difficult to convert to the fancier, chocolate-chip-loaded, cinnamon-and-sugar-coated world of the haute aerated confection. It was a mess, literally and financially. So it's interesting that in this case the Silicon Valley-esque approach, build the business and then figure out the tech as you go, didn't work. But candidly, what's more compelling to me here is that Smashmallow was a wildly successful small company. They hit $10 million a year in revenues in year two! And people loved the product. It was pressure from investors and the in-built goals of the company's founder that did 'em in. Smashmallow wanted to do more than just have a yummy treat on store shelves. The founders wanted to dominate a market and change the way Americans snack. That turned out to be a marshmallow test that was impossible to pass. #food #startup #industrialengineering #scale #business https://lnkd.in/gy2izyVu