1. Identify a trending topic that has or could affect the beverage industry - 5 points.
2. Provide relevant information related to the topic - 10 points.

• Why is this trending?
• What is going on in the industry/world (politics/economy) that is causing it?
• What are some contributing factors?

1. Why do you think this is important? 10 points

• Why did this particular topic catch your attention?
• Why is this particularly noteworthy?

1. Explain how you think this could impact the industry - 25 points.

• What are the possible consequences (positive or negative)?
• How will this impact hospitality in general or the beverage world specifically?