July 31, 2012

PAULANER HEFE-WEIZEN  – The imported wheat beer is now available in 11.2 ounce-cans, packed in a full-color shrink-wrapped 8-pack.  Because of the lighter weight of the cans, the costs for shipping are lower – a savings of $1 per pack that is passed directly to the consumer.  Suggested retail is... Read More

NARRAGANSETT BEER  – The brewery has released a limited-edition baseball-themed can.  The ballpark imagery will be featured on all 16-ounce Tallboy cans of ‘Gansett Lager.  The brand’s longtime ties to baseball date back to 1944, when Narragansett became the first-ever beer brand to sponsor a professional sports team, partnering first... Read More

HARPOON BOHEMIAN PILSNER  – This limited-release Pilsner follows the age-old tradition of extended lagering to help produce a smooth yet complex beer.  The beer remains in the fermentation tanks for 6 weeks, significantly longer than any other current Harpoon offering.  The blend of European malts, including Bohemian Pilsner malt, is... Read More

SAMUEL ADAMS HAZEL BROWN – Brewed in the Northern English Nut Brown Ale style, this is a dark brown, malty ale with a hazelnut aroma.  Its slightly sweet caramel and toffee malt notes are accentuated by a roasted hazelnut character.  It is made with a variety of malts that contribute... Read More

RUSSIAN STANDARD MOSCOW MULE PACK – This VAP includes a 75Oml bottle of Russian Standard Vodka, a 16-ounce copper Mule mug and a Russian Standard recipe book.  Suggested retail is $19.99.  Available from M.S. Walker.

LAKE SONOMA 2O11 RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAY – Fermented in small French oak barrels for seven months, this Chardonnay has fresh, forward citrus and tropical fruit aromas with hints of vanilla and brioche dough.  Lime and nectarine highlight the medium-bodied flavors, together with toasty oak and dried herb notes. Crisp... Read More

UV CHOCOLATE CAKE and WHIPPED FLAVORED VODKAS – These are the two newest additions to the UV flavored vodka lineup.  The Chocolate Cake has the taste of German chocolate cake and the Whipped is light and fluffy with hints of crème Chantilly and vanilla.  The new flavors are supported by... Read More

SVEDKA COLADA VODKA – This new release from Svedka is a blend of coconut flavored vodka, Indonesian coconuts, pineapple and mango.  Suggested retail is $12.99 for a 75Oml.  Also available in 375ml and 5Oml sizes from Horizon Beverage Company.

EVAN WILLIAMS APPLE ORCHARD CIDER LIQUEUR – A blend of real apple cider and Evan Williams Bourbon, this ready-to-serve limited release is the latest addition to the brand’s line of flavored liqueurs that includes Honey, Cherry and Cinnamon Reserve.  The seasonal liqueur is only available September through November and is... Read More