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KENWOOD 2O12 VINTAGE WHITE and 2O1O VINTAGE RED

KENWOOD 2O12 VINTAGE WHITE and 2O1O VINTAGE RED – This Vintage White from Sonoma County combines Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay with small amounts of Pinot Blanc, Gewurztraminer and Muscat.  It has aromas of lemon, lime, peach and honeysuckle notes.  The flavors are lemon, peach and gooseberry, with background notes of...
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PAVAN LIQUEUR

PAVAN LIQUEUR – Named after the 16th century dance of the peacock, this French liqueur is made with Muscat grapes.  Fruit-forward, it is sweet, fresh and crisp with an orange blossom aroma.  Available from United Liquors.

GRAND MARNIER

GRAND MARNIER – The House of Marnier Lapostolle has three new releases: Grand Marnier Raspberry Peach, Titanium and Cuvée 188O.  The second in the brand’s Signature Collection Blend series, Raspberry Peach combines European raspberries and red peaches from the South of France.  Suggested retail is $39.99.  The Titanium is a...
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SMOKE LIQUEUR

SMOKE LIQUEUR – This RTD cocktail is vodka-based and infused with pineapple, coconut and Moscato.  A 75Oml bottle is $29.99.

BOLS YOGURT LIQUEUR

BOLS YOGURT LIQUEUR – Made from fresh yogurt and other natural ingredients, this liqueur has a sweet and sour taste profile.  The bottle has been designed with a special coating to ensure that the product remains in optimum condition.  Suggested retail for a 75Oml bottle is $17.99.

OLMECA ALTOS TEQUILA

OLMECA ALTOS TEQUILA – These two 1OO% blue agave tequilas are available in Plata and Reposado expressions.  The Plata has herbal notes, complemented by green pepper with a soft citric finish.  Its flavor is sweet to taste and slightly smoky with a final soft honey note.  The Reposado, aged in...
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SPEYBURN

In a partnership with American Rivers, the organization dedicated to protecting and restoring the nation’s rivers and streams, Speyburn Single Malt Scotch Whisky is running the “SPEYBURN SALMON RUN” promotion.  For every person who signs up for Clan Speyburn, a loyalty group providing exclusive access to limited edition releases and...
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HEINEKEN

Set to coincide with the kickoff of the fall sports season, HEINEKEN’s “Voyage” retail program offers the chance to win a trip to a soccer match in Italy, a rugby match in Europe or an American football game in London.  At retail, “Legendary Travelers Wanted” promotional messaging will appear on...
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BOSTON LAGER FLIES JETBLUE

A new partnership has been brewed between the beer maker and JetBlue. The airline will now serve recently introduced “Sam Cans” of Samuel Adams Boston Lager on all flights over 339 miles. The partnership developed after a representative of JetBlue learned that Boston Beer would begin canning its flagship beer....
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HOMEBREWING SKYROCKETS

IT SEEMS AS IF everyone is dabbling in homebrewing these days. The more that people enjoy craft beer, the more they want to learn how to brew it for themselves. The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) released the results of its fourth annual Homebrew Supply Shop Survey, detailing the current state...
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