GETTING TOUGH in NEW HAMPSHIRE
WITH ITS LARGE ultra-discount state liquor stores, New Hampshire draws shoppers in from near and far. But if you’re underage, buying in the Live Free or Die state is anything but a breeze. A national law enforcement group says the Bureau of Enforcement in the New Hampshire Liquor Commission is... Read More
CROWN ROYAL
CROWN ROYAL‘s running “Legends of the Purple Bag”, a contest seeking out the most creative works made from the brand’s iconic purple bag. From now through December 31, consumers 21 and over can submit pictures of their creations via mail or online entry at crownroyal.com/legendary. Participants are eligible to win... Read More
BORU VODKA
BORU VODKA has launched “Defend the Bar Band”, a web-based contest to find the most authentic and passionate bar band. Additional elements include a consumer “Defend the Fan” sweepstakes, and on-premise “Defend the Bar Band” nights. The multi-tiered effort begins with the search for the ultimate bar band. Up to... Read More
OTTERCREEK BREWING
OTTERCREEK BREWING‘s annual Oktoberfest contest runs through September and October. Visitors can enter at ottercreekbrewing.com to win a trip to the 2OO8 Oktoberfest, in Stowe, Vermont. The Grand Prize winner – who will be honorary 2OO8 “festmeister” – will receive accommodation for 2 for 2 nights, complimentary food and beverage,... Read More
2OO6 VALLEY OF THE MOON SONOMA COUNTY CHARDONNAY
Fermented and aged on the yeast lees in French oak barrels for five months, this Chardonnay has aromas of citrus, tropical fruit and vanilla bean. Fresh citrus and tropical fruit also highlight the medium-bodied flavors, accented by hints of butter and toasty oak. The Pinot Blanc is made with grapes... Read More
RIO D CACHACA
This new line of cachacas includes passion fruit, original and lime. Retail is $24.99 per bottle.
TREE OF LIFE POMEGRANATE WINE
This new line of Armenian wines has two varietals: a semi-sweet and a semi-dry. Made with 1OO% pure squeezed pomegranate juice (no grapes), these wines are extremely high in antioxidants including polyphenols. The semi-sweet is tart and fruity while the semi-dry is light-bodied with a lingering finish. Retail is $11.99... Read More
ALICE WHITE WINE
There are three new 2OO6 wine releases from Alice White: a Chardonnay, a Riesling and a Lexia.The Chardonnay has aromas of green apple and roasted nut with tropical fruit, pear and citrus flavors. The Riesling has floral aromas and flavors of pink grapefruit and melon. The Lexia has a nose... Read More
LAURENT-PERRIER BRUT MILLESIME 1999
Made from almost equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes (52%/48%), this Champagne is bright gold, with aromas of pineapple, white peach, dried apricots, and almonds. The palate has a touch of preserved fruit and vanilla. Retail is $6O.
WOLAVER’S FARMHOUSE ALE
Brewed with organic malts and hops, this Belgian-style saison has been released to celebrate the brand’s 1Oth anniversary. Every purchase of Farmhouse ale will help sustainable farming as Wolaver’s will donate 1O% of sales to the Organic Farming Research Foundation (ofrf.org). Available in 22-ounce bottles for $4.99.