Beverage Dynamics Newsletter – 04/15/13

While blended Scotch comprises the majority of sales in the U.S., single malt sales are growing by double-digit percentages, driven by new, exciting expressions.

The winning recipe from Budweiser’€™s Project 12 is now a new brand called Budweiser Black Crown . With an ABV of 6%, Black Crown has more body, color and hop character than the original lager, according the company. The recipe was created by Los Angeles brewmaster Bryan Sullivan and was chosen by the votes of more than 25,000 samplers.

Malibu has announced the launch of Malibu Island Spiced, a lower-calorie spiced rum that combines Malibu’€™s rum and coconut liqueur with light spices, smoked vanilla, cinnamon and Truvia sweetener. The 30% ABV (and 70 calories/serving) Island Spiced is available for a suggested retail price of $16.99 for a 750-ml. bottle.

The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences released a study that analyzed teh impacts of climate change on wine production and conservation. It also includes a map that outlines suitable areas for winemaking around the globe.