
Welcome to the Business of Drinks, where we go behind the bottle, interviewing beverage innovators and icons about how they built their businesses. We take a data-driven approach, analyzing the brands, products, and categories that get consumers excited. And we cover many drinks categories — from wine, beer, and spirits to non-alcohol drinks — as well as THC, adaptogen, and functional beverages. S... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 125 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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How does a winery help change the way the world sees an entire country?
In this episode of Business of Drinks, we talk with Christian Wylie, Managing Director of Bodega Garzón, one of the most ambitious winery projects in the world — and a case stud... more
What makes a drinks brand truly desirable — and how do you know when it’s ready to scale?
In this episode of Business of Drinks, we talk with Carlos Zepeda, SVP of Strategy & Marketing - Wine & Spirits at Moët Hennessy USA. Carlos helps shape growth... more
The beverage alcohol business is in a curve.
That’s the phrase Matt Rice, founder and principal of Thirsty Insights, uses to describe the first half of 2026: a volatile, high-stakes moment where consolidation, consumer shifts, distributor disruption... more
The first mistake many drinks brands make when entering the U.S. market? Thinking that distributor procurement is the first big step.
In reality, the importer layer is more significant than many realize. It’s where compliance, taxes, customs, cash f... more
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Facts, fun, and tremendous insights for anyone interested in the drinks game!
Was browsing for something new and unusual and came across this podcast. What an amazing content! You folks are making it both light and deep, fun and with good takeaways, very enjoyable! Raising my vermouth on the rocks and continuing tuning in!
"The Business of Drinks" is an exceptional podcast for anyone interested in the beverage industry. Hosts Erica Duecy and Scott Rosenbaum bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, engaging with a diverse range of guests to explore topics that are both insightful and actionable. Their curious and supportive interviewing style delves deep into subjects that truly benefit listeners, especially those looking to grow their brands. Each episode is a masterclass in the business of beverages, offering ... more
Very informative, topical and “user friendly” podcast series about the business aspects surrounding the current landscape of the wine, spirits and non-alcoholic beverage world. I just listened to the episode with Aly Wente (of Wente Vineyards, California) which was excellent (and I think will be of interest to producers in any region). Looking forward to future episodes!
The show concept is great and you can get a ton of information out of each episode, I would recommend if you think you want to start drinks biz one day!
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A data-driven deep dive into the beverage world, covering strategy, distribution, and market dynamics across wine, beer, spirits, and emerging categories like RTDs and non-alcoholic options. Episodes frequently explore go-to-market plays, channel complexity (three-tier system, control states, hospitality partnerships), brand-building essentials, and practical tactics from founders, investors, and operators. Notable strengths include candid founder stories, buyer- and retailer-facing guidance, and real-world lessons on scaling, capital strategy, and cross-channel growth that are valuable for both emerging brands and seasoned players seeking actionable takeaways.
A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on data-backed decision making, in... more
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Recent guests on Business of Drinks include:
1. Matt Rice
2. Chelsea Andreozzi
3. Ashley Glickman
4. Andrew Merinoff
5. Jesse Bongiovi
6. Jeff Ngo
7. Gary Gruver
8. Antonin Bonnet
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