Analysis & Insights - Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

WSTA speaks out on how to tackle Brexit

Published: 07 October, 2016

In a stark contrast to last year's theme of celebrating success, last month's WSTA conference unsurprisingly took on a somewhat different tone.

LCW: Prepare to be dazzled

Published: 06 October, 2016

As London Cocktail Week takes the city by storm, we took a look at what spirit brands are doing to capitalise on this year's hottest trends in the on-trade.

WSTA Part 2: How technology and innovation may shape the future

Published: 03 October, 2016

Besides helping brands reach a boarder base of consumers and create a dialogue with them, social media is also helping to drive what many on the panel at September's WSTA conference see as the way forward for brands - collaboration.

WSTA Part 1: How technology and innovation may shape the future

Published: 30 September, 2016

Innovation and technology, as we all know, has drastically changed business, primarily changing the ways we connect with our consumers and understand their needs. The pressure has never been higher on business leaders to innovate continuously and to do so quickly.

COPY: The Drinks Wholesaler: A little of what they like

Published: 28 September, 2016

Welcome to our autumn issue of Drinks Wholesaler, which is packed with the usual medley of analysis, insights, viewpoints and features, plus original research into the wine market, commissioned and shared by Crown Cellars, appearing for the first time here.

Insights: White wine renaissance

Published: 28 September, 2016

Sales of premium whites are on the up, but restaurants still see red when it comes to higher-end sales.

Insights: The Age of Craft Beer

Published: 26 September, 2016

'Craft beer' is enjoying a golden age, with new breweries springing up across the UK - and there's still plenty of territory left to explore.

The Drinks Wholesaler: A little of what they like

Published: 21 September, 2016

Insights: Vodka's back and going premium

Published: 20 September, 2016

Vodka may have hung on to its crown in recent years, but the gin renaissance certainly tempted a few of its followers. But make no mistake: vodka is back and its returning to form with a more premium offer

Analysis: Soave has evolved

Published: 16 September, 2016

If searching for lighter white wines that are easily accessible and affordable, possessing a rich history with a signature grape variety and complex soils with the capacity to age (if given a chance), a keen shop owner or sommelier would be advised to look into the 'New Soave'.

Silver linings: a post-Brexit boom?

Published: 15 September, 2016

Life after the referendum may not be as bad for the hospitality business as some feared

Insights: Could Prosecco pricing be under pressure again this year?

Published: 12 September, 2016

Taking a look back at the Prosecco pricing bubble in 2015, ahead of this year's harvest, Harpers.co.uk investigates if it could happen again.

Analysis: Exploring the Loire

Published: 08 September, 2016

Happily for the adventurous among us the Loire Valley is brimming with epicurean opportunity. If you need an acid-fresh white or two on the list, there are plenty less familiar names than the ubiquitous Sancerre to turn to. In the hunt for alternatives, let's start with some of the more obvious choices.

Insights: Suppliers provide in-depth data reports to attract and support customers

Published: 07 September, 2016

Anecdotal evidence about on-trade trends is being replaced by much more in-depth research from suppliers, delivering an invaluable sales asset for both wholesalers and accounts.

Insights: Sake's new image

Published: 05 September, 2016

Not long ago sake was the preserve of Japanese restaurants, often low quality, cheap and served hot. But standards and times have changed with the rise in popularity of superior premium sakes.

Harpers Global Design Awards 2016: What the judges said

Published: 02 September, 2016

Design often precedes smell and taste when it comes to encouraging a customer to pluck a bottle from the shelf - it also adds lustre to the longevity of engagement with a brand. The Harpers team samples our Design Awards 2016 Trophy winners.