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May 2, 2016

TRULY SPIKED & SPARKLING

There are three flavors in this new line of alcoholic waters: Colima Lime, Grapefruit & Pomelo and Pomegranate. Each has 1OO calories, no artificial additives and 2 grams of carbs per serving. Suggested retail for a 6-pack is $9.99 to $1O.99. 5% ABV. AVAILABLE FROM Burke Distributing Commercial Distributing Merrimack...
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NARRAGANSETT DEL’S LEMONADE SHANDY

This limited-edition Shandy is now available. Suggested retail is $8.99 to $9.99 for a 6-pack of 16-ounce Tallboys and $13.99 to $15.99 for a 12-packs of 12-ounce cans. AVAILABLE FROM Atlas Distributing Burke Distributing Colonial Wholesale Beverage Commercial Distributing Merrimack Valley Distributing

AVIARY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2O13

This Cabernet has aromas of dried plums, blackberry jam, cassis and cherry cola with undertones of almonds and smoke on the nose. The palate features flavors of dried plum, blueberry pie, dark chocolate and tea leaf. Suggested retail is $29.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits

ANTICO FUOCO ROSSO IGT 2O14

A blend of 6O% Negroamaro, 25% Merlot and 15% Primitivo, this Rosso has characteristic notes of plums and raisins. Slight oak aging gives notes of chocolate and spices that make this wine balanced and mature. Suggested retail is $14.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits

LIVIO SASSETTI LA QUERCIOLINA ISTRICIAIA MAREMMA IGT 2O11

This organically-farmed wine is a blend of Sangiovese and another indigenous Tuscan grape called Ciliegiolo. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels it has notes of ripe fruits with sweet spices and dark cherry fragrances with a pleasant freshness and acidity. Suggested retail is $24.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine...
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BACARDI GRAPEFRUIT and RASPBERRY RUMS

Bacardi has expanded its line with these two rums. The Grapefruit is infused with pink grapefruit flavors to create a sour and semi-sweet fresh taste. The Raspberry is made with citrus and raspberry flavors and is sweet-tart. AVAILABLE FROM Horizon Beverage

2O16 KENTUCKY DERBY WOODFORD RESERVE

The Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby has released its limited-edition 2O16 commemorative bottle with artwork from award-winning equine artist Thomas Allen Pauly, the official artist of American Pharoah, the Triple Crown winner. His signature seals the top of the bottle and a neck tag provides details about the bourbon...
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BERENTZEN PEACH LIQUEUR

The German distiller has added this liqueur to it lineup which includes Apple, Peach and Wild Cherry flavors. Suggested retail is $19.99 for a 75Oml. AVAILABLE FROM MS Walker United Liquors

BELVEDERE PEACH NECTAR

The latest addition to the brand’s portfolio is a blend of American peaches, Polish apricots and Belvedere Vodka. Suggested retail for a 75Oml is $39. AVAILABLE FROM United Liquors

LAPHROAIG LORE

This rich Single Malt Scotch was made from a selection of barrels including ex-bourbon barrels, first-fill sherry butts, quarter casks and Oloroso Sherry hogsheads. Suggested retail for a 75Oml is $125. AVAILABLE FROM Horizon Beverage