Low End Spirits Gain in September

Spirits growth looked solid in the four weeks to September 20 with virtually no negative numbers aside from the usual suspects (gin, brandy, cognac and cordials/schnapps). The big four - rum, tequila, whiskey and vodka - were going strong in the period, according to Nielsen food, drug and liquor store scan data. It looks like analysts are right: The alcohol beverage industry is experiencing the largest share gains from beer and spirits, while wine is lacking a bit.We see a