#wine in south africa

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Top trending and demands of online Liquor business in South Africa

The past few years have been quite challenging for the entire world, including South Africa especially due to the Covid-19 pandemic, lockdowns and increased cost of living. After a long gap, with the Covid-19 restrictions being relaxed in most places, people have adapted to the new normal and have resumed working from the office, meeting friends and family, as well as hosting functions and parties. Here’s what we at The Grand Store have observed about the impact of this changed scenario on South Africa and its online liquor business:

Affordability

A recent study by IWSR, a leading data source for over 5 decades that monitors global alcohol trends has stated that over 50% of consumers in South African markets are willing to wait to avail discounts before buying their favourite brand of alcohol. It shows that South Africans have been noticeably hit by increasing petrol prices, soaring rates of essential commodities and an overall increase in the cost of living. This has brought down their disposable income, so they are looking at more ways to cut down their costs wherever possible. This has brought about more bulk purchase behaviour. For example, Castle Double Malt Beer Cans, Stella Artois Beer Cans.

More bang for the buck

While South Africans are being more careful at how they are spending money, they have also become savvier and are looking at more value for their money. There is more emphasis on buying well-known trusted brands that can deliver value beyond the selling price as well as ensure quality. This value relates to the overall brand experience, the brand equity, product size and ingredients, ABV etc. For example, The Famous Grouse Scotch Whisky, Darling Cellars Sauvignon Blanc.

Occasional indulgences

With economic recession looming large, people like to indulge in small luxuries at times that not only give them a sense of indulgence and uplift their mood but also does not break the bank. This behaviour known generally as the ‘lipstick effect’ is being seen in South African consumers. While people are trying to buy their regular drinks at discounted prices, they are also indulging in buying premium alcohol occasionally. This is quite evident during the holiday season or on occasions like Valentine’s Day. For example, Meukow XO Grande Champagne Cognac, Boschendal Jean Le Long Prestige Cuvee

The proliferation of niche products

South African markets have seen a shift in the way people enjoy their drinks. There has been an increase in small and independent niche breweries producing artisanal alcohol beverages, particularly in the microbrewery and craft gin sectors. This trend is on the rise as consumers are seeking high-quality products, as well as personalised and unique experiences. There are various craft beer festivals held across the country. Also, while beer remains the most popular alcoholic beverage in South Africa, we have observed that consumers are ready to try out more varieties of liquor such as wines, gins, vodka, tequila etc. For example, Six Dogs Handcrafted Karoo Gin, Clase Azul Handcrafted Reposado Tequila.

Health-conscious

People are taking their health and well-being issues quite seriously and are making more positive lifestyle choices after the Covid-19 pandemic. They are being more aware of what they eat or drink with the realisation that moderation is an important aspect of good health. Many people have switched to alcohol-free beers or low-alcohol beverages or are having alcohol in limited quantities. Consumer preferences are growing towards low-alcohol beers due to which even well-established brands are making changes in their products. For example, the low-alcohol Flying Fish Seltzer beer launched by South African Breweries (SAB). Flying Fish Seltzer beer is said to contain 35 calories per 100 ml and is formulated with 5.5% ABV. Their two popular flavours are apple (Flying Fish Saltzer Apple) and raspberry (Flying Fish Salzter Raspberry) which come in a premium 300 ml slim can.

Online shopping

When the lockdowns were in place, more and more consumers started to shop beers online in South Africa through different shopping websites. Now that they have discovered the ease and convenience of buying their favourite alcohol brands online, consumers not only buy beer online but also review and buy other alcohol varieties from the wide range available to them. The online selling of alcoholic beverages in South Africa is predicted to be around US$98.4 million in 2023 which accounts for 56.2% share of the total beverages e-commerce category in South Africa. This is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% for the next 4 years (CAGR 2023-2027), to result in a projected market volume of US$103.4 million by 2027 according to ecommerceDB reports.

Visit www.grandstore.co.za to shop online at our well-stocked store and see for yourself how quick and hassle-free it is to order your favourite drink and get it delivered right to your doorstep along with a great s service.

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The gardens of Babylonstoren Wine Farm

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Wine and Dine with The Grand Store

Cooking a scrumptious meal is only part of the job done in a wine and dining setting. A large part of making your wine and dine experience special goes in the wines you select with the food served. The Grand Store has nearly 500 options of wines for you to choose from and shop wines online. You will find wines suited for all kinds of food, right from the appetizer to the main course and the desserts. So, how should you go about wine selection? Which wines are best paired with which wines? Come, let us help you make the task of wine selection easier.

At The Grand Store, we have the following types of wines:

* Sparkling wine     * Fortified     * Rose wine     * White wine     * Red wine

* Sparkling wines are fizzy wines due to carbonation and can be made from red, pink and white wines, although white and pink varieties are more common than red ones. Most of us have heard of Champagne, a white sparkling wine. One point to be noted is that all champagnes are sparkling wines, but not all sparkling wines are Champagne. Champagne wine is exclusively produced only in the Champagne region of northern France. Sparkling wines can range from dry to sweet and their flavours depend on the type of grapes used, the climate in which the grapes were grown, the winemaking method etc. Example: Boschendal Brut

* Fortified wines are wines to which a distilled spirit such as brandy is added during or before the fermentation process and this increases the overall alcohol content of the wine. Fortification gives out additional distinct flavours and aromas to the wine. These wines can be both dry and sweet varieties. Example: Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve

* Rose wines are pink-coloured wines that are created by soaking the juice of red grapes along with their skins for a short time. The winemaker controls the colour of the wine by removing the red grape skins when the desired colour is obtained and further allows the juice to ferment. Wine gets its characteristic colour from the pigmentation of grape skins. Example: Babylonstoren Mourvedre Rose

* White wines range from clear straw-yellow colour to various shades of golden-yellow colour. They are produced from light-skinned grapes usually, though there are some varieties made with dark grapes having light-coloured flesh. While making white wines, the grape skins are removed before the fermentation process which results in a clear-coloured beverage with low tannin content. Example: Diemersdal Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

* Red wines are made from dark-coloured grapes by macerating the grape juice with the skin, seeds and sometimes the stems as well, which adds tannin, colour and flavour to the wine and the process is typically known as whole cluster fermentation. Tannins are the reason for the familiar drying sensation in the mouth while drinking wine similar to that of drinking black tea. Example: De Grendel Sir David Graaff

- Which wines will pair well with my food?

A sparkling wine such as a classic Champagne as an apéritif which is easy to drink and feels clean and refreshing is a great start to a fabulous meal.

Your next wine to be served with the main meal course will depend on the type of food served and the climate. White wines like Steenberg 1682 Brut Chardonnay or Groote Post Sauvignon Blanc usually pair well with lean meats and vegetarian meals, whereas red wines like Boschendal Stellenbosch Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon or Lismore Pinot Noir work well with red meat. Remember that delicately flavoured food like crayfish is paired with delicately flavoured wines like a Chardonnay while a dish with bold flavours such as barbequed beef ribs is paired with a bold, robust flavoured wine like Shiraz.  You can choose to serve both red and white wines, as even if red wine is more suited for the food served, there may be some guests who prefer white wines and vice-versa. It is a good idea to have a rose wine like a Beyerskloof Pinotage Rose 2021 with grilled pork chops or a Bottega Prosecco Brut Rose DOC with a mushroom cheese pizza during summer parties.

Instead of the usual tea or coffee, consider serving a dessert wine like a Port wine or Moscato if you want to add a special touch to the party. A good combination will enhance the taste of both the dessert as well as the wine. Just remember not to pair a very sweet dessert with a very sweet wine to avoid an overload of sweetness. KWV Classic Collection Cape Tawny Dessert Wine with dark chocolates or a good cheese platter is a terrific combination.

You are all set now to gather your drink supplies from our online wine store and get the wine and dine-with-style evening started.

Place your order today.

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Cooking Sunday lunch with my favourite Staub pots.

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The gardens of Babylonstoren wine farm.

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[wine-picks]

🇿🇦 🍷 TGIF! Starting my long weekend with lovely 2020 Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (90+ pts, $19) from South Africa. Arrived in LCBO VINTAGES last month and is a great buy! Full review: https://rebrand.ly/lfwovuc