CIELO PROSECCO ROSÉ
Cielo has expanded its line with this new Prosecco Rosé. Fresh and balanced, it has slightly fruity notes with a delicate perlage. Suggested retail is $12.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.
A SIP OF LAWSON’S FINEST LIQUIDS
by ANDY CROUCH As the United States begins to emerge from quarantine related to the coronavirus, beer industry stalwarts are busy discussing what the future will hold for the category. From board rooms to bar rooms across the country, everyone from chief executive officers to bar backs is wondering how... Read More
ENDANGERED COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH: GORGEOUS GARNISH
by PINK LADY Spring tends to come in fits and starts here in New England, but the best way to show mother nature we are ready for her is to get into the spirit with what’s in your cocktail glass. I am pleased to introduce one of the simplest ways... Read More
MORE PREPARATION FOR SUMMER-VINHO VERDE
by HARVEY FINKEL During the forthcoming summer we shall be seeking wines that are white and light in body and alcohol, that evoke citrus, and that have preserved enlivening acidity, perhaps a bit of an added tingle too. In the last issue in this space we sampled Txakoli, which fulfilled... Read More
HARPOON DON’T POKE THE BEARS
This year’s Don’t Poke the Bears release was made in collaboration with Bruins players (and Massachusetts natives) Charlie Coyle and Chris Wagner. It is a Black & Gold American Pils brewed with black honey, goldpils malt, some subtle hops, and a touch of flaked corn. A portion of proceeds from... Read More
GREY GOOSE ESSENCES
This line extension features Grey Goose Vodka infused with fruit and cold-distilled botanicals. Flavors include Watermelon & Basil, White Peach & Rosemary and Strawberry & Lemongrass (all 3O% ABV). They contain no artificial ingredients, sugar or carbs and are gluten-free. Suggested retail for each 75Oml is $3O. AVAILABLE FROM Horizon... Read More
ASHES & DIAMONDS WINES
These wines from Napa Valley are made utilizing old-school farming and winemaking with minimal intervention that beautifully showcases the terroir of the region. A blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc from two vineyards in Napa Valley, the Blanc is fully ripe and textured, yet bright, zesty, and age-worthy. The Cabernet... Read More
MICHTER’S US*1 BARREL STRENGTH RYE
Michter’s Distillery in Kentucky has released its Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey on a national and international basis for the first time since April 2O19. 55.15% ABV. Suggested retail for a 75Oml is $1OO. AVAILABLE FROM United Liquors.
DEEP EDDY LIME VODKA
This is the newest addition to the Deep Eddy line of vodkas. Made with real lime juice. Suggested retail for a 75Oml is $2O. AVAILABLE FROM Horizon Beverage Company.
DAVIDOFF COGNACS
This line of Cognacs includes VS, VSOP and XO expressions. All are aged in French Limousin Oak Barrels. The VS is a young, contemporary Cognac with hints of freshly baked bread, buttercream, and chestnut honey. Smooth notes of caramel and vanilla alongside lively apricot tones and an earthy chestnut finish.... Read More