Food and beverage
October 21, 2022
The spirits sector, typically resilient despite economic downturn conditions, has seen declines in sales volume since its 2020 boom. Image courtesy of Moët Hennessy
By Amirah Keaton
The spirits sector's lockdown boom has slowed substantially, according to recent sales data.
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