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VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO8 CUVÉE DE LA LUNA

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO8 CUVÉE DE LA LUNAAged in small oak barrels for 24 months, this Cuvée is a blend of 8O% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 5% Malbec.  The nose melds black cherry, blackberry and plum fruit with bay leaf, nutmeg and tobacco complexity.  Blackberry and raspberry flavors...
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WOODFORD RESERVE BOURBON SORGHUM VINAIGRETTE DRESSING

WOODFORD RESERVE BOURBON SORGHUM VINAIGRETTE DRESSINGThe new salad dressing was developed at The Woodford Reserve Distillery by Chef-in-Residence Ouita Michel.  Made in Louisville, the dressing contains Kentucky sorghum – similar to molasses – along with apple cider, vinegar, Woodford Reserve bourbon, onion powder, paprika, and hot sauce.  Retailing at $5.99...
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BOLS SWEET TEA LIQUEUR

BOLS SWEET TEA LIQUEURThis is the 35th flavor in the Bols collection and the first and only sweet tea liqueur on the market.  Made with a base of Jasmine and Green teas, it has a balance of sweetness and earthiness with tannins from the tea extract that give a small...
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MOUNT GAY RUM ECLIPSE BLACK

MOUNT GAY RUM ECLIPSE BLACKThis 1OO-proof rum is made from a blend of single and double-distilled rums and uses both single and continuous distillation.  Ageing takes place in charred ex-bourbon barrels.  Suggested retail is $24.99 for a 75Oml bottle.  Available from United Liquors.

NOLET’S SILVER DRY GIN

NOLET’S SILVER DRY GINA new Dutch gin from the distillers of Ketel One Vodka, Nolet’s has a floral and fruit-forward flavor.  Suggested retail is $49.99 for a 75Oml bottle.  Available from United Liquors.

THE BITTER TRUTH APRICOT and VIOLET LIQUEURS

THE BITTER TRUTH APRICOT and VIOLET LIQUEURS  Made from the juice of sun-ripened Klosterneuburg apricots and an apricot eau de vie distilled from the same fruit, this amber colored Apricot Liqueur is sweet and fruity.  The aroma of ripe apricots dominates with a hint of almond from the apricot pits...
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LEINENKUGEL OKTOBERFEST

LEINENKUGEL OKTOBERFESTFirst introduced 1O years ago, this traditional German Marzen-style Oktoberfest is brewed with Munich, Caramel and a blend of 2-row Pale malts.  These barley malts give the Oktoberfest a rich, hearty character and deep amber color, while four hop varieties provide an aromatic and well-balanced lager.  Suggested retail is...
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ALEXANDER KEITH’S NOVA SCOTIA STYLE BEERS

ALEXANDER KEITH’S NOVA SCOTIA STYLE BEERSNew to the US, this lineup of brews includes a Nova Scotia Style Lager, Pale Ale and Brown Ale.  With a deep amber color and brewed with noble hops known for their subtle, spicy character, the Lager has a crisp finish with a clean bitterness. ...
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SAMUEL ADAMS HARVEST COLLECTION

SAMUEL ADAMS HARVEST COLLECTIONThis year’s Harvest Collection 12-pack contains Samuel Adams OctoberFest, Harvest Pumpkin Ale, Boston Lager, Black Lager, Irish Red and the new Bonfire Rauchbier.  The OctoberFest has a rich, deep golden amber hue.  This hearty lager is rich with a blend of five malts – Harrington, Metcalfe, Caramel,...
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LITTLE BLACK DRESS MOSCATO AND RIESLING

These are the newest additions to the Little Black Dress portfolio.  The Moscato is fruity and sweet with floral notes of rose petal, lychee fruit, white peaches, and melon.  With subtle pear and apricot flavors, the crisp Riesling is medium-sweet. Suggested retail is $1O.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Horizon...
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