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May 3, 2020

SURE SHOTS SPIKED H2O

There are three flavors in this line of spiked waters: Cucumber, Watermelon, and Berry. They are gluten free, infused with electrolytes, contain zero carbs and have no artificial sweeteners. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.

KNOCK KNOCK SPANISH RED BLEND

This blend of Tempranillo and Shiraz has a fruity nose with hints of chocolate. Silky and medium-bodied. Suggested retail for a 75Oml is $12.99. AVAILABLE FROM Abacus Distributing.

YUMIX COCKTAILS

This line of DIY cocktails includes three flavors: Cranberry-Grapefruit, Orange-Mango and Margarita. Each package includes naturally sweetened juice mixers in the top container and premium spirits in the bottom to be mixed together. Suggested retail per 4-pack is $11.99-12.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.

RYAN PATRICK WINES

This line of wines from Columbia Valley, Washington includes a Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Naked Chardonnay and Redhead Red Blend. Founded in 1996 by Terry and Vivian Flanagan and named after son’s Ryan and Patrick, the winery is located in the heart of the Wahluke Slope AVA in the...
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MINUTY PRESTIGE ROSÉ

Made from 1OO% estate fruit, this Prestige Rosé is available for the first time in the U.S. Pale with pomelo highlights, the nose is precise and delicate with notes of flowers and melon. In the mouth, the wine is well-balanced with notes of citrus and red fruits, underlined by minerality....
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GREENBAR CANNED COCKTAILS

Greenbar Distillery has launched a line of canned craft cocktails. They join the company’s existing Spritz canned cocktails. The lineup includes: Coastal Rum+Cola made with silver and spiced rums and house-made cola; Single Malt Whiskey+Soda, a highball made with three-year-old single malt whiskey, ginger liqueur and apple bitters; and City...
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BREAD & BUTTER SAUVIGNON BLANC

The newest addition to the line of Bread & Butter wines, this Sauvignon Blanc is fruit-forward, with lively flavors of fresh citrus, lemon and lime. Suggested retail is $14.99 for a 75Oml. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.

88 EAST BEVERAGE COCKTAILS

There are six flavors in this line of canned cocktails: Vodka Watermelon, Tequila Paloma, Vodka Mule, Mezrita, Amaretto Sour and Whiskey Lemonade. All are made with premium sourced spirits and natural flavors. Suggested retail per 4-packs of 12-ounce cans is $1O.99. AVAILABLE FROM Abacus Distributing.

WHAT’S IN WINE?

By HARVEY FINKEL We have been enjoying wine for a very long time, perhaps 9OOO years. Its sensual and spiritual enrichment of our lives was probably noted from the beginning. It seems, though, the emphasis has changed, now largely focusing on the health effects of moderate consumption, perhaps unfortunate, for,...
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