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Consumer Trends for Whiskey Reveal Surprising Insights

The US spirits category is in high spirits after experiencing 4.1% overall growth in 2015. Those percentage points translate to $72 billion in revenue for spirit producers. The spirit leading that growth is the whisk(e)y category. Every segment of the whiskey category is experiencing global sales growth. But US whiskey – Bourbon, Tennessee, and Rye – grew by 4% in 2015, which exceeds overall US spirit growth by  .6%.

This is good news for whiskey producers. But lets dive deeper into these numbers and look at consumer interest for on-premise venues like restaurants and bars. These insights, pulled from Uncorkd’s proprietary digital menu data, will give readers insights into what customers actually want, and how to build a menu that capitalizes on consumer preference. Read more

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The Check Out: Weekly News Bites for Restaurants October 7th

Every Friday Uncorkd compiles the top restaurant and beverage industries news that had us talking. Here are the must-read stories from October 1st – October 7th Read more

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Fixing Small Plates: Common Problems of Small Plate Restaurant Service

Where do you stand on the trend of small plate dining? Have you ever grumbled at the wee bit of food that you’re expected to share with a group of four? Or maybe you’ve marveled at the range of dishes you were able to try. The small plate trend has been building for a few years, and now more new restaurants are pledging themselves to the small plate zeitgeist. There is a division of opinion on small plate dining that, like properly placed forks and knives, occupy space on either side of the plate. But despite conflicting views, there is one problem that both sides must agree on: some restaurants are flat out doing small plates wrong. See for yourself, here are the most common problems with small plate dining, and tips to fix them.  Read more

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The Check Out: Weekly News Bites for Restaurants September 2nd

Every Friday Uncorkd compiles the top restaurant and beverage industries news that had us talking. Here are the must-read stories from August 27th – September 2nd. Read more

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The Check Out: Weekly News Bites for Restaurants August 19th

Every Friday Uncorkd compiles the top restaurant and beverage industries news that had us talking. Here are the must-read stories from August 13th – 19th. Read more

The Check Out: Weekly New Bites for Restaurants August 12th

Every Friday Uncorkd compiles the most recent restaurant and beverage industry stories that had us talking. Here is the must-read news from August 6th – August 12th.  Read more

How Private Clubs Are Finding Success With Digital Menus

Private clubs across the country have had success using Uncorkd digital menus as a way to enhance their beverage program, engage their members, and increase food and beverage revenue. Are you thinking about bringing digital wine and beverage menus into your clubhouse? Here are some of the exciting ways private clubs are using Uncorkd digital menusRead more

Uncorkd Restaurant News 7/22/2016

The Check Out: Weekly News Bites for Restaurants July 22nd

Every Friday Uncorkd finds the most interesting restaurant and beverage industry news that had us talking. Here are must-read articles from July 16th  – July 22nd. Read more

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Why You Should Sell Private Wine Labels At Your Restaurant

Every restaurant and bar is looking for a way to stand out from the next restaurant. One of the coolest and simplest ways to add a stellar feature to your beverage program is to sell your own private label selections. From wine to whiskey, private labels are an easy way to increase beverage sales. Learn how the process works and see how you can stamp your restaurant’s label on a hand-selected bottles that are sure to sell. Read more

The Check Out: Weekly News Bites For Restaurants July 15th

Every Friday Uncorkd finds the most interesting restaurant and beverage industry news that had us talking. Here are must-read articles from July 9th  – July 15th. Read more