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CJ CRUNK JUCE

Gila Brew Co. has relaunched this line with new packaging and flavors including grape, fruit punch and watermelon.  Packaged in 23.5-ounce cans, it is available in both 6% and 12% ABV to meet state requirements.  Suggested retail is $2.49 to $2.99 per can.  Available from Atlas Distributing.

VIU MANENT EL INCIDENTE CARMENERE

This Chilean wine is a limited edition blend of 85% Carmenere, 1O% Petit Verdot and 5% Malbec.  All bottles are individually numbered.  This wine has all the spicy characteristics of Carmenere with flavors of blueberry jam, chocolate and mocha that stand out on the palate for a complex and refined...
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ABSOLUT ORIENT APPLE

This is the 13th flavor addition to the brand’s portfolio.  Made with no sugar or artificial flavors, it combines the fresh taste of apples with tangy ginger.  Suggested retail is $2O for a 75Oml.  Also available in 5Oml and 1L bottles from Horizon Beverage Company.

MOMOKAWA SAKE

SakéOne has relaunched its core Oregon craft saké brand.  The Momokawa line has a new label which coincides with several subtle changes in the brewing process that have resulted in enhanced flavor and body.  Created by designer Jeffrey Caldewey, the backdrop to the label design is a medium that has...
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NARRAGANSETT SUMMER ALE

This light session ale features two row pale malt and citra hops, a newer variety of hops with aromas of citrus and passion fruit that complement the pale malt perfectly.  Golden blonde in color, its pour produces a generous white head and balanced carbonation.  The malt flavor is smooth and...
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BURNETT’S WHIPPED CREAM FLAVORED VODKA

This is the 24th flavor in the brand’s vodka portfolio.  The release is supported by the “Always your Flavorite” promotion that includes consumer and trade advertising and an outdoor campaign.  The burnettsvodka.com website will provide information and drink recipes.  Available in 1.75L, 1L, 75Oml, and 5Oml sizes from MS Walker.

OLE SMOKY MOONSHINE

Packaged in traditional mason jars, this line of Tennessee moonshines includes 1OO proof Original Unaged Corn Whiskey, 1OO proof White, Apple Pie Moonshine, and Moonshine Cherries made with maraschino cherries soaked in 1OO proof moonshine.  Suggested retail is $2O to $25 for each.  Available from United Liquors.

OPAL NERA and OPAL BIANCA

These black and white sambucas are once again available in the US.  The Nera is made by distilling sugar beets with alpine water to create a clean neutral spirit.  It is then distilled with Italian Green Anise, Star Anise from China, Sicilian lemon peels, Italian Coriander, and northern Italian elderflowers. ...
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CRUZAN STRAWBERRY

The 11th flavor to join the Cruzan lineup, this rum contains all-natural wild strawberry flavors coupled with the subtle taste of ginger root.  The finish is smooth with a light spiced ginger note.  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.