As we wrap up 2024, let’s take a look back at the top stories that shaped the beverage industry this year: from skyrocketing interest in non-alcoholic drinks and cutting-edge tech in wine production to the undeniable impact of climate change.
This episode covers:
Plus, a big thank you to all of YOU for making this an incredible year for the podcast.
What were your highlights of 2024? What are your predictions for 2025? Let’s talk in the comments!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Personal Highlights
Alcohol-Free Tastings 2025
(00:08:37) Wine Tops and Flops
(00:15:25) Alcohol-Free Tops and Flops
Flein Fizz Sauvignon Blanc
Mondino Senza Aperitivo
https://garibaldi.de/cucina/Alkoholfreie%20Getr%C3%A4nke
Senzo Riesling
Wharie The Cider
https://pinotpixel.com/collections/alle-waren
Saicho Hojicha https://worldofnix.com/en/products/saicho-hojicha-1
Villbrygg SKOG 03 https://keinundlow.at/products/villbrygg-skog-03
(00:21:35) Most successful topics for P&P in 2024
(00:25:16) Most impactful topics in 2024
https://drinks-intel.com/cross-category/global-drinks-intel-review-of-the-year-the-biggest-news-stories-in-2024/
The biggest acquisitions of 2024
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/12/the-biggest-drinks-acquisitions-of-2024/
(00:33:35) Trendy Drinks on Google for 2024
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/12/which-drinks-searches-topped-the-google-charts-in-2024/
(00:35:58) Biggest influencer and brand
(00:39:27) Predictions for 2025