OUTRYDER 7-YEAR-OLD STRAIGHT AMERICAN WHISKEY
Wyoming Whiskey is releasing this expression in January. Distilled with a mash bill of rye, corn and malted barley it is the only Bottled in Bond whiskey from the distillery and only 577 4.5-liter cases of Outryder will be available. The remaining stock will be released in 8-, 9- and... Read More
CLYDE MAY’S 11-YEAR-OLD CASK STRENGTH ALABAMA STYLE WHISKEY
Bottled at cask strength this limited-edition release has aromas of citrus, peach and cedar with rich spice, apple and oak on the palate. Finished with notes of zesty orchard fruits and hints of pepper. 3000 bottles available. Suggested retail is $120 for a 750ml. AVAILABLE FROM United Liquors.
PUTNAM NEW ENGLAND SINGLE MALT WHISKEY
Boston Harbor Distillery has released this bottled-in-bond single malt. Aged in 53-gallon new American oak barrels that were seasoned and heavily charred, it has a complex character with flavors of coffee, toffee and chocolate finish. It’s made grain-to-glass on location mashing in 100% two-row malted barley and pure water from... Read More
CLASSICS THAT PAVED THE WAY-REVISITING OLD FAVORITES IN THE NEW YEAR
by ANDY CROUCH Every story in every generation eventually draws to an end, allowing a new chapter to begin. Craft beer is nothing if not a series of new stories. New brewers offering exciting and novel approaches to beer. Moving into its fourth decade of existence, craft beer is starting... Read More
DOMAINE NICOLAS-JAY PINOT NOIR-OREGON GRAND CRU
by HARVEY FINKEL Great Pinot Noir is probably the rarest of wines. Especially outside of Burgundy. So it was when my old friend Peary Spaght, grand sénéschal of the Massachusetts Tastevin, reported with unreserved enthusiasm from touring Oregon of Pinots new to me, I paid close attention, and quickly and... Read More
ENDANGERED COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH – THE ANGEL FACE COCKTAIL
by PINK LADY Many of us start the new year full throttle with resolutions, often including a non-alcoholic spell, and if you are teetotaling this month, we salute you! When the time comes to return to a winter warmer by the fire, classic cocktail style, we recommend the Angel Face... Read More
TOMASELLO MOSCATOS
This line of Moscatos includes Blueberry, Cranberry, Peach and Raspberry flavors. They are made from a blend of 100% fruit wine and Moscato grapes. This blend combines the fruity and delicate characters with the spicy perfume of Moscato. Lightly sparkling. Suggested retail for each is $10.99. AVAILABLE FROM Trio Wine... Read More
PIZZOLATO CHIANTI
This well-balanced red wine has a crisp, dryish full body and a medium-long black pepper and caramelized squash finish. Organic, vegan, and Non-GMO certified. Suggested retail is $12.99. AVAILABLE FROM Trio Wine Company.
CÎROC WHITE GRAPE
This is the latest addition to the Cîroc portfolio which includes Apple, Black Raspberry, Red Berry and French Vanilla flavors, among others. Suggested retail for a 750ml is $34. AVAILABLE FROM United Liquors.
FERRAND 10 GENERATIONS COGNAC
Released as a tribute to the ten generations of the Cognac family, this is a Premier Cru de Cognac, Grande Champagne Cognac made from only Ugni Blanc grapes distilled on lees in 25-hectoliter pot stills before aging in French oak casks, of which 20% are Sauternes barrels. Suggested retail for... Read More