In today’s economy – in which ‘good’ jobs are typically knowledge- or tech-based – many well-educated young Americans are now choosing to pursue traditionally low-status careers. Canvas8 spoke to Richard Ocejo, author of Masters of Craft, to learn why it’s cool to be a butcher or a barber.

Many whisky experts will decry the use of ice and see adding a mixer as sacrilege, but as the dark spirit attracts new consumers eager to experiment, do these high-brow attitudes matter anymore? How are independent brands, premium producers, and accessible cocktails impacting drinking habits?

Craft beer has emerged as a strong industry contender in recent years, with microbrewery founders across the world getting down to business, trading their ‘staches for snappy suits. But now that major players have entered the game and hipster appeal has diminished, will it still be cool?

Led by the craft movement and new, fruity flavours, cider’s evolution from park bench brew to hipster favourite is well underway. Heineken is now looking to corner the premium end of the market with the launch of its ‘20s-inspired Blind Pig brand. How is it building indie appeal?