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SAMUEL ADAMS MERRY MISCHIEF

SAMUEL ADAMS MERRY MISCHIEF – A new small batch beer from Samuel Adams, this gingerbread stout is a rich dark brew with the smooth sweetness of dark roasted malts and a touch of wheat.  Spices of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and ginger.  Available November through January from Atlas Distributing, Burke Distributing,...
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SHIPYARD BREWING BOURBON BARREL AGED DOUBLE ESB

SHIPYARD BREWING BOURBON BARREL AGED DOUBLE ESB – Shipyard has released the first in its new line of limited-edition bourbon barrel-aged ales, all of which have been brewed and cellar-aged in small batches for over 1OO days in decanted bourbon barrels.  Brewed with 2-row Pale ale, Crystal and Chocolate malts...
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SAMUEL ADAMS UTOPIAS

SAMUEL ADAMS UTOPIAS – The 1Oth anniversary release of the Samuel Adams Utopias is a blend of liquids, some of which have been aged in a variety of wood barrels for 19 years.  This long aging process enhances the beer’s vanilla and maple notes and its high alcohol content creates...
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DEADBOLT RED BLEND

DEADBOLT RED BLEND – The first Californian still wine in the portfolio of Pernod Ricard USA, Deadbolt is a blend of Californian red varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Petite Syrah and Syrah.  It has a distinctive red fruit nose and flavors of black cherry, mocha and brown spice.  Suggested...
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KENWOOD ARTIST SERIES 2OO8 CABERNET SAUVIGNON

KENWOOD ARTIST SERIES 2OO8 CABERNET SAUVIGNON – For this year’s Artist Series release, the label features “Smile” created by artist Robin F. Williams.  Aged for 27 months in small oak barrels – 9O% French and 1O% American – the Cabernet Sauvignon has forward raspberry, plum and blueberry aromas that reveal...
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OLMECA ALTOS REPOSADO and PLATA TEQUILAS

OLMECA ALTOS REPOSADO and PLATA TEQUILAS – These two tequilas are produced in the Los Altos region of Jalisco, Mexico.  The Reposado, aged in American oak barrels for six to eight months, has aromas of orange and grapefruit that compliment notes of cooked agave, vanilla and wood.  The Plata offers...
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EVAN WILLIAMS PEPPERMINT CHOCOLATE EGG NOG

EVAN WILLIAMS PEPPERMINT CHOCOLATE EGG NOG – Made with Evan Williams Bourbon, this limited-release Egg Nog is now available.  The launch will be supported by POS with the tag line: “Add Flavor to the Holidays” that depicts a mug with whipped cream and peppermint sticks.  Suggested retail is $11.99 for...
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KAHLÚA GINGERBREAD and PEPPERMINT MOCHA

KAHLÚA GINGERBREAD and PEPPERMINT MOCHA – The newest entry to the brand’s limited-edition holiday line, the Gingerbread features notes of gingerbread, nutmeg and subtle cinnamon and clove, blended with the taste of Arabica coffee and sugarcane rum.  The returning Peppermint Mocha is a blend of peppermint and dark chocolate.  Suggested...
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COURVOISIER GOLD

COURVOISIER GOLD – A blend of Moscato wine from the south of France and signature Courvoisier Cognac, this new liqueur has a flavor profile featuring notes of pear, peach, florals, and orange blossom.  Packaged in the iconic Josephine bottle, suggested retail for a 75Oml is $24.99.  Available from Horizon Beverage...
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RHUM CLÉMENT

RHUM CLÉMENT – The rum distillery from Martinique is re-releasing two brands in the Grand Réserve Très Vieux line: the 6 Year Old Rhum Agricole and the 1O Year.  Both were distilled from fresh pressed sugarcane juice and aged a minimum of six or 1O years in a combination of...
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