LAWSON’S FINEST LIQUIDS KIWI DOUBLE IPA
This limited release double IPA leads with earthy, citrusy notes and finishes with distinct fruitiness. The Nelson Sauvin hops bring hints of grape flavor and vinous character to Kiwi. The Nelson hops complement the herbal, peppery notes of the Pacific Jade hops to create an overall flavor profile with a... Read More
MASQ FUSIONS ORGANIC HARD TEA
There are three flavors in this line of sparkling alcoholic beverages: Blueberry Lavender, Dragon Fruit Acai, and Lemon Ginger. Each flavor starts with an organic Yerba Mate (Green Tea) base, flavored with organic fruit juice, and sweetened with organic monk fruit and organic blue agave nectar. 4% ABV and 110... Read More
HARPOON DUNKIN’ DOZEN MIX PACK
This is the third year in a row that Harpoon has partnered with Dunkin’ for its Dunkin’ Dozen Mix Pack. The seasonal mix pack includes Harpoon Dunkin’ Pumpkin Spiced Latte Ale, Blueberry Matcha IPA, Maple Crème Blonde Ale and Midnight American Porter made using Dunkin’s Midnight Roast coffee. Along with... Read More
JACK DANIEL’S 10-YEAR-OLD TENNESSEE WHISKEY
This is the brand’s first 10-year aged-stated whiskey in more than 100 years. The release celebrates the modern whiskey-making expertise of the Jack Daniel Distillery while paying tribute to the brand’s past. It was made by maturing Jack Daniel’s Old No.7 Tennessee Whiskey in oak barrels that were relocated throughout... Read More
KING PALM CELLARS 2019 PINOT NOIR
This Monterey County Pinot Noir is fermented in stainless steel and aged 19 months in 40% French oak and 20% American oak. A small percentage of Syrah is blended in, bringing a bolder personality to the forefront. Cinnamon-spiced red cherry and a hint of cola leave a lasting impression from... Read More
MICHTER’S US*1 TOASTED BARREL FINISH BOURBON
This is the first release of the Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon since 2018. The 2021 release began with fully aged barrels of US*1 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon, which was transferred into a second barrel made of 18-month-old air-dried wood for additional aging. The second barrel was toasted to precise... Read More
THE END OF AN ERA
by KIRSTEN AMANN Mark Fisher has been a fixture of the beverage alcohol business in New England for forty years. Since 2OO6 he has been President, Sales & Marketing of Martignetti Companies, the largest distributor in New England, and the 6th largest distributor of wine and spirits in the United... Read More
ENDANGERED COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH: THE APPLEJACK RABBIT
by PINK LADY We love to drink applejack any time of year, but it feels especially cozy to do so in the fall here in New England. The leaves are changing, temperatures are dropping, and autumn pastimes are back, like Sunday brunching, corn mazes, apple picking, and day drinking as... Read More
MOREY-SAINT-DENIS GRAND TOPONYMY II
by HARVEY FINKEL In this second installment on the origin of Burgundian place names, focusing on the grand crus of the Côte d’Or, we shall begin our march southward, entering Morey-Saint-Denis. We might recall that our journey began in Gevrey-Chambertin in this space of the August, 2O2O, issue of this... Read More
DON RAMON PUNTA DIAMANTE REPOSADO TEQUILA
This Reposado Tequila is double-distilled and rested in white oak, resulting in a smooth, subtle taste and robust profile. Floral aromas along with vanilla and chocolate on the nose and notes of citrus, cooked agave and herbs. Suggested retail is $29.99. AVAILABLE FROM Abacus Distributing.