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Some of our Press and insights on what we do and what is said about Edge. As well as other industry related items.


The Distributor Shakeout Is Here — And Smaller Brands Can't Afford to Wait
The collapse of RNDC across dozens of markets is the most disruptive event in alcohol distribution in a generation. Here's what it means for your brand — and why who you partner with next matters more than ever. Something seismic happened in the alcohol distribution business over the past year. And if you're a small or emerging beverage brand, you felt it — or you're about to. The collapse of Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) — once one of the largest wine and spi
May 264 min read


What's Next on Your Shelf: The Forces Reshaping the Beverage Industry in 2026
The beverage industry is in the middle of a genuine reset. Consumer preferences are shifting, category volumes are being redistributed, and the brands with shelf presence today aren't guaranteed to hold it tomorrow. After a decade of working alongside brands, retailers, and distributors across the country, the team at Edge Beverage has seen these cycles play out up close — and we know how to tell the difference between a headline trend and a structural shift. With our recentl
May 264 min read


Raising a Glass to Change: The New Era of Alcohol in America
The way Americans drink is changing. Step into any bar, restaurant, or supermarket aisle in 2025 and you’ll notice it: fewer pitchers of...
Sep 30, 20253 min read


Americans Drink Less, but Beverage Sales Surge as Non-Alcoholic and Soda Markets Evolve
U.S. drinking habits are changing, and the beverage industry is shifting with them. While alcohol sales growth has slowed, sales of...
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Why Retail Chains Are Turning Away From Supplier Reps.
The alcohol retail landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. With shelf-space competition tighter than ever, retail chain buyers are...
Aug 29, 20252 min read


The Rise of CBD-Infused Beverages: A Shift Away from Alcohol
In recent years, the beverage industry has experienced a significant transformation. While beer, wine, and spirits continue to dominate...
Aug 29, 20252 min read


The New Realities of Today’s Alcoholic Beverage Marketplace
The alcoholic beverage industry has never been more exciting — or more challenging. New brands are emerging in every category: craft...
Aug 29, 20253 min read


Meet the monks who brew the only Trappist beer in America
https://www.americamagazine.org/arts-culture/2019/12/02/meet-monks-who-brew-only-trappist-beer-america-236044
Jan 18, 20241 min read


Beverage companies angle for the new “it” drink. Phil Guana interview on NPR nationwide.
https://www.marketplace.org/2021/08/03/beverage-companies-angle-for-the-new-it-drink/ Listen to the whole story above: There's a lot of...
Jan 18, 20242 min read


Exciting News for 2024: Bevport.com Launch Update!
Dear Valued Users and Future Customers, As we bid farewell to another remarkable year, the Bevport.com team is thrilled to share some...
Jan 18, 20242 min read
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