David Frost has traveled the world looking for the finer beverages to bring into the US; the more historic or cultural the better. His expertise extends from beer to sake, meads, and ciders, and he is an expert panelist in all of those categories. Previously a software engineer, David undoubtedly believes he made the right decision moving into the beverage industry.
R.I.P. Alan Dikty
March 31, 2026
by Jerald O'Kennard
by Jerald O'Kennard
In Memoriam: Alan Dikty (August 5, 1954 – March 25, 2026) Everyone at Beverage Testing Institute is grieving the loss of our dear colleague, a partner, and friend, Alan Dikty. Since the mid-19...
2026 World Packaging Competition Winners
January 28, 2026
by Jerald O'Kennard
by Jerald O'Kennard
2025 was another tough year for the adult beverage industry. Alcohol sales were down due to the convergence of several “perfect storms” of obstacles on multiple fronts: tariffs and resulting trade...
Forbes Coverage of our 2025 American Single Malt Hall of Fame
December 30, 2025
by Jerald O'Kennard
by Jerald O'Kennard
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