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AI will help wine sales in hospitality but won’t replace humans

AI will help wine sales in hospitality but won’t replace humans

Why does this matter? AI-driven beverage personalization tech like Preferabli shows how BevTech tools are solving real operational problems—reducing waste, improving staff onboarding, and increasing sales through better product matching rather than upselling. Highlights As Artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in hospitality, db hosted a webinar earlier this

DRINKS Powers Forbes' Entry into Wine Commerce

Why does this matter? Major media brand Forbes launches wine commerce powered by DRINKS platform, validating BevTech infrastructure and demonstrating content-to-commerce opportunities for beverage founders. Highlights michael.thaney@startupdigestmail.com Read the full article →

Annandale makes ‘major breakthrough’ in net zero whisky

Annandale makes ‘major breakthrough’ in net zero whisky

Why does this matter? World-first renewable energy storage system deployed at Scottish distillery demonstrates how craft beverage producers can eliminate fossil fuels from production while reducing costs—a scalable solution applicable across heat-intensive beverage manufacturing. Highlights Scottish distillery Annandale has commissioned what it calls a 'world first&

Tilray aims to bring BrewDog back to $1bn valuation

Tilray aims to bring BrewDog back to $1bn valuation

Why does this matter? Tilray's turnaround strategy for BrewDog demonstrates how tech-enabled distribution networks and operational modernization can rebuild a craft beverage brand's value, with lessons for BevTech founders on scaling global platforms and leveraging infrastructure for growth. Highlights US beverage company Tilray Brands is

Weber Ranch: bucking the trend

Weber Ranch: bucking the trend

Why does this matter? Features a beverage startup from former Patrón executives with innovative production methods, rapid multi-state expansion, digital/AI strategy (virtual bartender), and compelling product innovation that BevTech founders can learn from. Highlights As the first vodka made from 100% Blue Weber agave, Weber Ranch is challenging

Brighton to host England’s biggest cocktail event of 2026

Brighton to host England’s biggest cocktail event of 2026

Why does this matter? The Brighton Cocktail Festival's custom app for cocktail discovery and bar navigation represents an interesting tech application in beverage events that BevTech founders could learn from for consumer engagement and venue discovery. Highlights The southeast coastal city of Brighton will play host to England’

People will drink in local brewery taprooms if pubs keep ignoring independent beer

People will drink in local brewery taprooms if pubs keep ignoring independent beer

Why does this matter? Independent breweries pivoting to DTC taprooms (46% now have them) represents a significant distribution strategy shift that BevTech founders should understand as they build solutions for craft producers navigating market access challenges. Highlights Despite growing consumer demand for independent beer, gaining space in pubs remains restricted.