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Pandemic conditions boost eCommerce, beverage sales

Beverage category, alcohol sales thrive in 2020

November 24, 2020

Already on the rise, eCommerce purchasing is proliferating during the pandemic. The beverage market has pulled ahead as an emerging leader as alcohol brands embrace online platfoms.

Drizly, BevMo! expand alcohol delivery to new California markets

Expansion of partnership accelerated amid current environment

March 31, 2020

Boston-based Drizly announced an expanded partnership with BevMo!, a West Coast specialty beverage retailer, that more than doubles the number of the chain’s locations on Drizly.

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Beer is ready to conquer the online marketplace

Research, sales data shows consumers’ comfort levels with buying beer online

Jessica Jacobsen

March 20, 2020

My first true foray into online purchasing was trying to find discounted textbooks for my college courses. Since those days, my consumer packaged goods purchases online have spanned many markets: food, beverages, home goods, movies, etc.

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Drug stores reformat, digitize to compete with online retailers

Wellness centers, frictionless checkout among latest strategies

Sarah Graybill

March 18, 2020

Known as the place to pick up your meds along with those “few extra things,” drug stores are now exerting extra effort to compete with online retail giants, accommodate consumers’ growing health needs and demands, and leveraging technology to enhance their offerings.

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Retailers embrace omnichannel marketplace

Growth of eCommerce bodes well for beverages

Jennifer Storelli

December 16, 2019

Grocery retailers were thought to be somewhat protected from the threat of eCommerce. Amazon’s entrance into the market, however, brought the threat to life.

Mobile to account for 55 percent of eCommerce sales in 2021

Omnichannel gains in importance

November 22, 2016

Euromonitor International, Chicago, released new retailing industry data alongside its report: “What’s New in Retail: Emerging Global Concepts.” The new research showcases how the rise of omnichannel and demand for convenience are boosting innovation within the retail landscape, the market research firm says.

eCommerce grows for consumer packaged goods

Drizly offers legal-age consumers on-demand alcohol purchases

Barbara Harfmann

March 15, 2016

As a baby boomer, I’ve never been a big online shopper. However, I did purchase a few items online this holiday season and was surprised at how easy it was. I capitalized on sales offers, didn’t have to look for parking or contend with crowded malls, and the items were shipped right to my home, saving me time, gas and aggravation.

Digital presence vital for food and beverage companies

Product content helps reach consumers

Susan Sentell

January 15, 2016

For today’s consumer, researching products online is the new norm for consumer packaged goods (CPG). Consumers want to know more about the products they are purchasing well before they grab a shopping cart.

Mintel identifies 2016 food and drink trends

Top trends address alternative products, natural formulations

October 21, 2015

As consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers get ready to transition into the 2016 calendar year, Chicago-based Mintel released its “2016 Food & Drink Trends” report. The 12 trends cover a range of topics including eCommerce and natural formulations.

Minibar enables alcohol home delivery

E-commerce channel works in concert with off-premise vendors

Jennifer Storelli

March 16, 2015

Consumers are accustomed to placing a call to order take-out food and, in some cases, carbonated soft drinks for home delivery. Now, they’re increasingly doing the same for beer, wine and spirits.