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July 29, 2009

WHITE X

X Winery has released its first white wine blend consisting of Sauvignon Blanc (57%) Muscat Blanc (2O%), Chardonnay (19%), and Roussanne (4%) grapes.  The grapes come from five different counties in the North Coast AVA: Napa, Solano, Lake, Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties.  X’s winemaking team used independent growers who share...
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18OO TEQUILA SELECT SILVER

American rapper and record label founder Rick Ross and his crew Triple C’s are the new Brand Ambassadors for 18OO TEQUILA SELECT SILVER.  Kicking off with a video and photo shoot Ross & Triple C’s will endorse the first and only 1OO proof clear tequila on the market.  Ross rose...
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BARTENDER WARS

is an upcoming 13 episode reality TV show shot in New York City that is set to debut in October on Fine Living Network.  Bartender Wars is a competition show that pits 3 different bartenders each night against one another; each episode will be themed from Beer Night, Vodka night,...
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E! Entertainment

has partnered with Sean “Diddy” Combs and CÎROC ULTRA PREMIUM VODKA for the network’s “Drive Safe” multi-platform public action campaign which encourages responsible decision-making after a night of drinking and offers a solution to find a safe ride home.  This year’s campaign includes on-air spots that feature a variety of...
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MALIBU RUM

has partnered with Reef Check an international non-profit organization dedicated to monitoring, protecting and rehabilitating reefs worldwide.  To raise awareness of Reef Check and help advance its mission, Malibu is kicking off two dedicated ultimate beach programs.  The brand is first unveiling a limited-edition Reef Check-inspired bottle and will make...
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www.axetaxesnotjobs.com

This new website from Diageo lets visitors learn more about increases in alcohol taxes affecting their state. The site includes information such as statistics of hospitality jobs lost as a result of tax hikes a tax impact calculator where viewers can calculate how much a product will increase in prices,...
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The First Annual Worcester Restaurant Week

Almost 5O Worcester area restaurants will be joining together for the first annual Worcester Restaurant Week taking place from August 3 to 14. The first two weeks of August are a traditionally slow period in the restaurant industry and this event will serve to give locally owned establishments a boost...
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The 7th Annual Tanglewood Wine & Food Classic

  Taking place August 6 to 8 in the Berkshires festivities include a winemaker reception and the Annual Wine Auction Dinner – all culminating with the Classic’s signature event the Grand Tasting. Attendees can come for all three days, or make the Grand Tasting a day trip from Boston with...
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MassPack at Fenway

Members of the Massachusetts Package Stores Association (MassPack) gathered at Fenway Park for the official start of a month long fundraiser.  Beginning July 4th weekend MassPack’s 23OO store owners began asking for donations from customers – every dollar raised will go toward the purchase of a computer software program called...
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Three-O Launch

Proximo Spirits and members of the Horizon Beverage team gathered together recently at Bar Louie to celebrate the launch of the new Three Olives Bubble vodka. From left to Right:DOUG EPSTEIN – HORIZON BEVERAGEKEN AUFIERO – PROXIMO SPIRITSSAM RUBINSTEIN – HORIZON BEVERAGEMIKE PETERSON – PROXIMO SPIRITSERNIE BUONACCORSI – PROXIMO SPIRITSDONNIE...
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