Richard Woodard, Author at Just Drinks

Why history could inform aftermath of The Famous Grouse sale

Richard Woodard — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:58:18 +0000

History shows the sale of The Famous Grouse might spark other corporate activity, Richard Woodard writes.

Richard Woodard — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:37:39 +0000

Bernstein has compiled data suggesting excess supply in US whiskey is likely in the next five years. How could that affect distillers?

Richard Woodard — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 16:09:17 +0000

Richard Woodard — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:09:15 +0000

Cognac, dominated by four brands, is a category that’s lost momentum. The region’s artisan growers and producers could offer a solution.

Richard Woodard — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:34:08 +0000

Brown-Forman is making progress internationally but remains weighted to the US, where the spirits market is sluggish.

Richard Woodard — Wed, 29 May 2024 12:56:39 +0000

Richard Woodard mulls over recent cannabis headlines in the US and how the cannabis drinks category could develop.

Richard Woodard — Fri, 17 May 2024 11:09:56 +0000

Recent moves by Gallo and Jackson Family Wines show how some big names are trying to meet today’s less category- and brand-loyal consumer.

Richard Woodard — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:05:40 +0000

Campari’s new CEO officially took the helm this month. He may not have such a difficult time of it, in the early days at least.

Richard Woodard — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 11:56:11 +0000

Rather than nebulous measures of success, the top priority for The Lakes is achieving financial stability to underpin its growth ambitions.

Richard Woodard — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:07:23 +0000

That Diageo has reopened Port Ellen is unquestionably good news but fragile demand for spirits could lead to other distilleries falling silent.