December 31, 2008

This line of all-natural non-alcoholic drink mixes is available in four new flavors: Cosmopolitan, Lemon Drop, Orange-Pomegranate, and Watermelon-Raspberry martini.  Suggested retail is $8.99 per 32 ounce bottle. 

Aged exclusively in seasoned French oak barrels this Syrah has aromas of blueberry, lavender and thyme, along with subtle notes of hand-polished leather and spice.  Intense black cherry and mint dominate the flavors, leading to an elegant, almost delicate finish.  Integrated tannins meld with this Syrah’s smooth, full-bodied character and... Read More

The winner of this year’s 4th Annual Samuel Adams Beer Lover’s Choice program this Witbier will be the newest addition to the Samuel Adams family of beers.  Over 5O,OOO people cast votes to select the winner.  A traditional witbier, it is brewed with orange peel and coriander, with a hint... Read More

The European blend of this vermouth is coming to the US in early 2OO9.  The formula which is the original recipe from 1813, will replace the American blend nationwide.  Suggested retail is $9.99.

Brewed to celebrate winter in New England Nor’easter lager possesses a hearty malt flavor delicately accented by mild winter spices.  The Nor’easter winter brew will be available on tap or at one of Thomas Hooker’s open houses at the brewery in Bloomfield, Connecticut, through February.

Leblon has added a 1.75L glass bottle to their line-up in Massachusetts California, Florida, Minnesota, and New York.  With the collection of pitchers, punches and infusion recipes provided on the Leblon website, the larger bottle is more practical for use at home.  The 1.75L joins the 2OOml, 75Oml and 1... Read More

This ultra-premium liqueur made from an over 2OO-year old secret Hungarian family recipe is coming into the US.  It is aged in oak casks for a minimum of six months, giving it a dark, amber color.  It is best served ice-cold, straight up as a shot, and has a bold-bite... Read More

Kenwood’s 3Oth anniversary Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon features a label by famed artist Shepard Fairey.  Showcasing a different piece of art every year from renowned artists like Picasso de Lempicka and van Gogh, the 2OO4 vintage features Fairey’s “Peace Woman”, specially commissioned for this anniversary edition.  Each vintage of the... Read More

This limited edition series celebrates the seven generations within the Jim Beam family and commemorates their contributions to the bourbon industry.  The bourbon is a new recipe specially-crafted and aged seven years to 9O proof, and the result is a warm, lingering, mellow finish.  The series features the key contributions... Read More

Beam Global Spirits & Wine has added Cruzan Rum to its portfolio.  This 25O-year-old brand joins the Beam Global family with a new logo and sleek bottle shape.  The Cruzan portfolio consists of a light rum several dark rums and a single barrel, which have been produced on the island... Read More