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BEWARE THE DRUNKEN GUMMIE BEARS

Who would have ever thought that gummy bears would be the “go to” vehicle for teens to get drunk off? Yes, the sweet, chewy bears so many people enjoy are being soaked in alcohol and kids are gobbling them up, often right in front of adults. Bad enough that it’s...
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IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY

Like father like son. Renowned spirits industry experts Jeffrey and Jonathon Pogash have launched cocktail books simultaneously. Son Jonathan is the cocktail editor of the latest edition of an American classic, Mr. Boston Official Bartender’s Guide (John Wiley and Sons; co-edited by Rick Rodgers) and father Jeffrey is the author...
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HAS MADD GONE A BIT MAD?

For the last few years, Interlocks – the alcohol detection devices installed in cars – have been used mainly for repeat drunk driving offenders. However, if Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has its way, all cars in the US will soon have alcohol detection devices in them. However, The American...
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MIMOSA

MIMOSA Made with a blend of fresh-squeezed orange juice and dry Brut sparkling wine, Mimosa has a yellow straw color and aromas of orange zest and cream.  The body is medium to full with a crisp orange and lemon finish.  Suggested retail is $1O.99.  Available from Sun Wholesale.

NEWCASTLE WINTER IPA

NEWCASTLE WINTER IPA The latest release from Newcastle’s Limited Edition series, this IPA stays true to the original, subtly hopped recipes of traditional 18th century India Pale Ales.  Made with Super Styrian and Styrian Goldings hops, it has a strong hop aroma and a zesty character with hints of malt. ...
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NARRAGANSETT PORTER

NARRAGANSETT PORTER This seasonal craft winter brew is now available on draught and in ‘Gansett’s signature 16-ounce Tallboy cans.  The Porter is brewed with Chinook hops for bitterness, Simcoe hops for aroma, black malt, pale malt, chocolate malt, Munich malt, crystal malt, roasted barley, and ale yeast.  An American-style porter,...
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OLD CRAFTY HEN

OLD CRAFTY HEN Created from a blend of Old Speckled Hen and oak-aged Old 5X, this new ale has rich malty and toffee flavors from the Pale and Crystal Malts.  Challenger hops give a fresh herbal dry hop character, Goldings add a subtle spicy note and First Gold a touch...
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TIGER BEER

TIGER BEER This award-winning pilsner from Singapore is now available in 16.9-ounce cans in addition to bottle offerings.  A classic continental pilsner with a South-Asian flair, it is full-bodied with a mild bite and no lingering aftertaste.  Fruity aromatic notes are present on the nose.  Suggested retail is $7.99 per...
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